Homes zoned forPalmetto Elementary School
Waterfront-adjacent living just north of the Manatee River
78
Homes for sale
$354,900
Median list price
$291
Avg price / sqft
68
Median days on market
Palmetto sits on the north bank of the Manatee River, a working, water-woven pocket of Manatee County where you're close to the coast without paying full barrier-island prices. The Palmetto Elementary zone draws a practical mix of first-time buyers, families and boaters drawn to the river access — and with Tampa roughly an hour north, it works for commuters who want more house for the money. Many of the Palmetto homes for sale in this zone carry a genuinely livable, unpretentious character.
The market here is approachable: the median list price is $354,900 and 151 homes have sold in the past year, giving buyers real room to negotiate. With a median 76.5 days on market and sellers netting about 95% of asking, this isn't a frenzied market — it rewards patience. Waterfront is the headline segment, so if that's your goal, browse the live map to see where the 26 active waterfront listings sit before you commit.
Palmetto Elementary School is an attendance zone in Palmetto, Florida.
Quick facts
$50,000 – $5.0M price range
1,561 sqft median home
$372/mo median HOA
$2,900/mo median rent
151 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Palmetto Elementary zone
The Palmetto Elementary zone occupies a stretch of Palmetto on the north side of the Manatee River, in Manatee County along Florida's Gulf coast. It's a working, water-oriented community rather than a resort enclave — close enough to the river and the coast to make boating a realistic part of daily life, but priced well below the barrier islands to the south. The feel is unpretentious and practical, which is a large part of its appeal.
This zone suits a broad mix of buyers. First-time purchasers find entry points that are genuinely rare in coastal Florida, families appreciate the cluster of nearby schools, and boaters are drawn to the waterfront inventory. Commuters who travel to Tampa periodically rather than daily also find the location workable.
If you want polish and brand-new everything, this isn't that zone. But if you value water access, negotiating room and a real neighborhood texture over manicured uniformity, the area rewards a closer look. The range of Palmetto homes for sale here reflects that variety.
Schools for homes in the Palmetto Elementary zone
The zone is anchored by Palmetto Elementary School, with several other schools serving families in and around the area. Nearby options include Palmetto High School and LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL, along with Lincoln Memorial Middle School and Palm View K-8 School.
Families focused on magnet programs should note James Tillman Elementary Magnet School among the area's choices. Each school serves its own attendance boundary and admission rules, so the right fit depends on your specific address and the program you're after.
Because school attendance boundaries in Manatee County can and do change from year to year, never assume a listing is zoned to a particular school based on its neighbors. Confirm the current assigned schools for any specific address directly with the Manatee County school district before you make an offer.
Homes for sale in the Palmetto Elementary zone: prices and housing
There are 78 active listings in the zone, with a median list price of $354,900 and an average of about $292 per square foot against a median home size near 1,561 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 151 homes sold at a median price of $299,000, and sellers accepted roughly 95% of asking on average. That combination points to a market where well-priced, well-presented homes move but buyers hold real negotiating power.
The price spectrum is unusually wide, running from $50,000 at the bottom to just under $5 million at the top. Waterfront is the dominant segment at 26 active listings, followed by 18 pool homes and 18 in gated communities. Nine listings sit above $1 million — almost all tied to premium water access — while there are no active golf or 55+ communities and only 2 new-construction listings, making this overwhelmingly a resale market.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $372 per month, but that figure masks a lot of variation: many older homes carry no HOA at all, while gated communities carry higher dues. Median property tax is roughly $4,503 per year. Confirm the exact HOA, tax and any CDD figures for any individual home before committing.
Getting around from the Palmetto Elementary zone
The zone's position in northern Manatee County puts it within reach of both the Tampa Bay and Bradenton-Sarasota job markets. Downtown Tampa is about 53 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 56 minutes, which makes this a sensible base for buyers who head north periodically rather than fighting that commute every single day.
Interstate 75 and US 41 are the primary north-south arteries in this part of Florida, carrying traffic toward Tampa to the north and Bradenton and Sarasota to the south. The Manatee River and the Gulf shape local routes, so your daily drive depends heavily on which side of the water your destinations sit.
As with any Florida commute, rush-hour conditions differ sharply from off-peak. If you plan to travel to Tampa regularly, drive the route at the times you'd actually use it before deciding the distance works for your life.
Is the Palmetto Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong fit for buyers who prioritize water access and value over newness and polish. With 26 waterfront listings active, a median sold price of $299,000 and sellers accepting about 95% of asking, it offers a rare combination in coastal Florida: genuine affordability at the entry level alongside true waterfront opportunities for buyers with bigger budgets.
The trade-offs are real and worth naming. New construction is scarce — just 2 active listings — so most buyers are purchasing established homes that may need updating. The median 76.5 days on market means homes don't fly off the shelf, which is good news for buyers but a factor for anyone who may need to resell quickly. And the Tampa commute, at roughly 53 to 56 minutes, is manageable only if it's occasional.
For a boater, a first-time buyer, or a family seeking more square footage per dollar than the islands allow, the Palmetto Elementary zone deserves serious consideration. Start with the live map to see current inventory, confirm the school zoning for any address, and let the negotiating room here work in your favor.
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Homes for sale in this zone
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$765,000
1914 24TH AVENUE W, PALMETTO
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,296 sqft
$110,000
2320 TERRA CEIA BAY BOULEVARD UNIT 711, PALMETTO
1 bd · 1 ba · 728 sqft
$599,000
1513 43RD AVENUE DRIVE W, PALMETTO
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,042 sqft
$450,000
1601 6TH STREET W, PALMETTO
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,598 sqft
$350,000
1901 7TH STREET W, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,498 sqft
$320,000
503 17TH AVENUE W, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,196 sqft
$255,000
128 CAPRI DRIVE, PALMETTO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,128 sqft
$229,500
362 TAMPICO DRIVE, PALMETTO
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,144 sqft
$205,000
1014 27TH AVENUE W, PALMETTO
2 bd · 1 ba · 720 sqft
$165,000
2311 14TH AVENUE W UNIT 304, PALMETTO
1 bd · 1 ba · 869 sqft
$125,000
358 TAMPICO DRIVE, PALMETTO
2 bd · 2 ba · 864 sqft
$749,900
1712 4TH STREET W, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,399 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Palmetto Elementary School market
151
Sold, last 12 months
$299,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
59 days
Median time to sell
Palmetto Elementary School vs Palmetto
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 14.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Palmetto Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Palmetto Elementary School home
≈ $2,827/mo
$354,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$372/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,900/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
10,472
Median age
48
Median income
$72,091
Median home value
$197,078
Beyond the listings
Living in Palmetto Elementary School
Food & Drink
Fueling for Fitness
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Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
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Relationships
Networking
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Active
Fitness Obsession
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Hobbies & Interests
Dog Lovers
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Appearance oriented
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Straight answers
Palmetto Elementary School FAQs
Is the Palmetto Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want river access and a relaxed, working-waterfront feel without barrier-island prices. The 26 active waterfront listings and proximity to the Manatee River are the main draws, and families value the cluster of nearby schools. It's practical rather than polished, which is exactly the point for many buyers.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Not by Florida coastal standards — the median list price is $354,900 and the median sold price over the last year was $299,000. Prices stretch from $50,000 at the low end to nearly $5 million for premium waterfront, so there's a genuine range. Nine active listings sit above $1 million for buyers at the top of the market.
What do homes cost in the Palmetto Elementary zone?+
Expect around $292 per square foot on average, against a median home size of about 1,561 square feet. That math lines up with the $354,900 median list price, and recent sales closed near $299,000. Waterfront and larger homes pull the top of the range well higher.
How is the market right now?+
It's a steady, buyer-friendly market: 78 homes are active, 151 sold in the past year, and the median days on market is 76.5. Sellers are accepting about 95% of asking on average, so there's real room to negotiate. Browse the live map to gauge current inventory for yourself.
What should I expect for HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA is about $372 per month, though that varies widely — plenty of older, non-HOA homes exist alongside the 18 gated-community listings. Median property tax runs around $4,503 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA and tax figures for any individual property before writing an offer.
What schools serve this zone?+
The zone centers on Palmetto Elementary, with nearby schools including Palmetto High School, LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL and James Tillman Elementary Magnet School. Attendance boundaries change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with the Manatee County school district.
What's the commute like?+
Downtown Tampa is about 53 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 56 minutes, so this works for buyers who commute north periodically rather than daily. The Bradenton and Sarasota job markets are considerably closer. For a true daily Tampa commute, test-drive it at rush hour first.
Is there new construction available?+
New construction is limited here — just 2 of the 78 active listings are newly built, so this is primarily a resale market. Most buyers are looking at established homes, including the 18 with pools and 26 on the water. If a new build is a must, inventory will be tight and worth monitoring on the live map.
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Other Palmetto school zones
Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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