Neighborhood · Palmetto, Florida
Rubonia
Small-town Manatee County living with easy Tampa access
5
Homes for sale
$205,000
Median list price
$228
Avg price / sqft
6
Median days on market
Rubonia is a quiet, unpretentious pocket of Palmetto in northern Manatee County — the kind of place where lots run generous and the pace stays slow. You're close to neighboring communities like West Ellenton and the newer developments around Artisan Lakes Esplanade and Trevesta, with the Palmetto Historic District a short drive south. Downtown Tampa sits about 41 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 48, so you get room to breathe without cutting yourself off from the metro.
The market here is small and moves fast: just 5 active listings right now, with a median list price of $205,000 spanning everything from a $50,000 entry point to $535,000. Homes are trading quickly — a median of 6 days on market — but sellers over the past year landed about 85% of asking on average, which tells you there's still room to negotiate. If you want a broader look at what's available nearby, browse Palmetto homes for sale to compare.
Rubonia is a community in Palmetto, Florida.
Quick facts
$50,000 – $535K price range
852 sqft median home
$150/mo median HOA
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Rubonia
$469,000
1017 77TH STREET E, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 sqft
$50,000
2215 73RD STREET E UNIT 315, PALMETTO
1 bd · 1 ba · 480 sqft
$85,000
2215 73RD STREET E UNIT 162, PALMETTO
1 bd · 1 ba · 620 sqft
$205,000$217,500
6908 11TH AVENUE E, PALMETTO
2 bd · 1 ba · 852 sqft
$535,000$540,000
7923 18TH AVENUE E, PALMETTO
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,072 sqft
Every active listing inside the Rubonia boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Rubonia market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$76,000
Median sold price
85%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
159 days
Median time to sell
Rubonia vs Palmetto
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 72.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Rubonia boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Rubonia is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Rubonia home
≈ $1,528/mo
$205,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$150/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
2,305
Median age
44
Median income
$57,190
Median home value
$253,103
Beyond the listings
Living in Rubonia
Beliefs
Top 11% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Relationships
Top 12% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Beliefs
Top 12% in the U.S.Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Beliefs
Top 15% in the U.S.Activism
This population seeks to advocate for a more just world. Common activities include protests, rallies, and spreading awareness to the public about social justice issues.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 16% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Straight answers
Rubonia FAQs
Is Rubonia a good place to live?+
Rubonia suits buyers who want a quiet, low-key setting in northern Manatee County with quick connections to the metro — Downtown Tampa is about 41 minutes out. Assigned schools include Palmetto High School, Lincoln Middle School and Palm View K-8. You're also close to the newer master-planned neighborhoods like Trevesta if you want more amenities nearby.
Is Rubonia expensive?+
No — it's among the more affordable Palmetto areas, with a median list price of $205,000 and active listings ranging from $50,000 to $535,000. The average price sits around $228 per square foot on a median home size of about 852 square feet, reflecting a mix of smaller and compact homes.
What do homes cost in Rubonia?+
Current active listings carry a median list price of $205,000, while homes that actually sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $76,000 — a spread that reflects how varied and small this market is. With only 5 active listings, expect prices to swing widely depending on the specific property and lot.
How is the market in Rubonia?+
It's a small, quick-turning market: 5 active listings, 5 sales in the past year, and a median of just 6 days on market. Sellers averaged about 85% of asking price, so buyers who move decisively can still find negotiating room. For a wider selection, check the broader Palmetto homes for sale listings.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $150 per month, though that varies since some properties here sit on independent lots. Median property taxes come in around $1,052 per year, which is modest relative to much of the Tampa Bay region.
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