Homes zoned forRobert Willis Elementary School
Family-friendly living in the heart of Lakewood Ranch
249
Homes for sale
$699,000
Median list price
$357
Avg price / sqft
34
Median days on market
The Robert Willis Elementary attendance zone sits inside Lakewood Ranch, the master-planned community that stretches across Manatee County east of Bradenton. This is a part of the world built for families and people who like their neighborhoods organized and green — of the 247 active listings, 162 are in gated communities and 138 have pools, which tells you a lot about how people live here. If you're weighing the broader area, it helps to see all the Lakewood Ranch homes for sale side by side, and this zone feeds middle-schoolers toward R. Dan Nolan Middle School.
For a buyer today, this is a mid-to-upper market with real range. The median list price is $700,000, but listings run from $199,000 all the way to $5.4 million, and 70 of the active homes are priced above $1M. Homes are moving at a steady clip — a median of 33 days on market, with 778 sales over the past year closing at a median of $700,000 and sellers collecting about 96% of asking. Pull up the live map to see exactly where the inventory is concentrated.
Robert Willis Elementary School is an attendance zone in University Park, Florida.
Quick facts
$199,000 – $5.4M price range
2,316 sqft median home
$447/mo median HOA
$3,300/mo median rent
781 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Robert Willis Elementary zone
The Robert Willis Elementary attendance zone sits within Lakewood Ranch, the large master-planned community spanning eastern Manatee County, just inland from Bradenton and north of Sarasota. This is suburban Florida done deliberately — neighborhoods laid out with green space, gated entries, and community amenities rather than a patchwork of older streets. Of the 247 active listings in the zone, 162 are in gated communities, which gives you a clear sense of the prevailing style.
The zone suits families first and foremost — it's an elementary attendance area, and the surrounding community is built around the rhythms of family life. Buyers who want a pool, a manicured neighborhood, and HOA-maintained common areas will feel at home here; 138 of the active listings include private pools. It's less of a fit for someone chasing an older, character-rich home or a no-rules rural parcel.
Because Lakewood Ranch keeps expanding, this zone blends established neighborhoods with newer development. You'll find a mix of resale homes and some new construction, and the overall feel is polished and consistent. If you're comparing this zone against others, it helps to browse the broader Lakewood Ranch homes for sale to understand where it fits.
Schools for homes in the Robert Willis Elementary zone
This zone is anchored by Robert Willis Elementary School, part of the Manatee County school district. For families with elementary-age children, the school is the organizing feature of the area and a major reason buyers focus here.
Middle-school students in the area head toward R. Dan Nolan Middle School, and Gilbert W Mcneal Elementary School is another nearby name buyers encounter when researching Lakewood Ranch neighborhoods. These are the schools associated with this part of the community.
One important caveat: attendance boundaries in a growing area like Lakewood Ranch are redrawn from time to time as new neighborhoods come online. Before you commit to a specific address based on its school assignment, confirm the current zone directly with the Manatee County school district. What's true for one street may not hold for the next one over.
Homes for sale in the Robert Willis Elementary zone: prices and housing
The median list price in the zone is $700,000, and the median sold price over the last 12 months matched it at $700,000 — a sign of a market where expectations and reality are closely aligned. Prices run from about $199,000 at the entry level up to $5.4 million at the top, so there's genuine range. The average price per square foot is roughly $361, and the median home size is around 2,332 square feet.
The luxury end is real: 70 of the 247 active listings are priced above $1 million. Pools and gated access are the norm, with 138 homes offering a pool and 162 inside gated communities. There are also 38 waterfront listings, a notable share for an inland community, and 17 new-construction homes for buyers who want something brand new.
Carrying costs matter here. The median HOA fee is $477 per month, which reflects the amenity-driven, gated character of the zone, and median property taxes run about $7,960 per year. Both figures vary community by community, so always pull the specifics for any home you're considering. You can see the current inventory laid out on the live map.
Getting around from the Robert Willis Elementary zone
This zone is in eastern Manatee County, which shapes the commute math. Downtown Tampa is roughly 56 minutes away and Tampa International Airport about 66 minutes, so the Tampa metro is reachable but not a daily-commute kind of close for most people. Buyers who work in the Sarasota–Bradenton area will find things considerably closer.
Lakewood Ranch is designed so that much of daily life — shopping, dining, services — stays within the community, which cuts down on how often you need to make longer trips. Major regional roads connect the area to I-75, the primary north-south artery for the Gulf Coast, which is how most residents reach Tampa, Sarasota, and points beyond.
If airport proximity or a Tampa commute is central to your decision, build in the realistic drive times above rather than assuming a quick hop. For many buyers here, the trade-off is intentional: a quieter, family-oriented community in exchange for a longer run to the big-city core.
Is the Robert Willis Elementary zone a good fit?
If you want an organized, amenity-rich, family-focused community with gated neighborhoods and pools as standard features, this zone delivers exactly that. The numbers tell the story — 162 gated listings, 138 with pools, and a market that's active without being overheated, with homes selling in a median of 33 days and sellers getting about 96% of asking. It's a dependable, well-maintained environment.
The trade-offs are honest ones. HOA fees (median $477/month) and property taxes (median $7,960/year) add up, so your true monthly cost runs above the mortgage figure alone. And the location means a real commute to Tampa — roughly 56 minutes downtown — which won't suit everyone.
For buyers prioritizing schools, consistency, and community amenities over an urban address or a bargain-basement price, the Robert Willis Elementary zone is a strong fit. With a $700,000 median and a range from $199,000 to $5.4 million, there's room to find your level — just confirm the school assignment and HOA details for your specific address, and compare against the wider Lakewood Ranch homes for sale before deciding.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$5,399,000
19208 GANTON AVENUE, LAKEWOOD RANCH
6 bd · 7 ba · 11,078 sqft
$2,250,000
15809 CASTLE PARK TERRACE, LAKEWOOD RANCH
4 bd · 3 ba · 4,200 sqft
$609,000
7076 WHITEMARSH CIRCLE, LAKEWOOD RANCH
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,038 sqft
$565,000
7808 HERITAGE CLASSIC COURT, LAKEWOOD RANCH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,786 sqft
$465,000
7731 WHITEBRIDGE GLEN, UNIVERSITY PARK
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,721 sqft
$2,749,000
8281 PAVIA WAY, LAKEWOOD RANCH
5 bd · 5 ba · 3,702 sqft
$1,925,000
16139 DAYSAILOR TRAIL, LAKEWOOD RANCH
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,706 sqft
$1,899,000
7815 MATHERN COURT, LAKEWOOD RANCH
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,568 sqft
$1,695,000
6311 THORNDON CIRCLE, UNIVERSITY PARK
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,882 sqft
$1,375,000
7979 REDONDA LOOP, LAKEWOOD RANCH
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,858 sqft
$1,100,000
7127 PRESTWICK COURT, UNIVERSITY PARK
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,922 sqft
$825,000
12306 GREENBRIER WAY, LAKEWOOD RANCH
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,490 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Robert Willis Elementary School market
781
Sold, last 12 months
$700,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
55 days
Median time to sell
Robert Willis Elementary School vs University Park
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Robert Willis Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Robert Willis Elementary School home
≈ $4,999/mo
$699,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$447/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$3,300/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
22,391
Median age
59
Median income
$124,348
Median home value
$683,269
Beyond the listings
Living in Robert Willis Elementary School
Lifestyles
Top 17% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 20% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Attitudes
Top 21% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Entertainment
Top 22% in the U.S.Lighthearted Fun
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Straight answers
Robert Willis Elementary School FAQs
Is the Robert Willis Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits families and buyers who value organized, amenity-rich neighborhoods — 162 of 247 active listings are gated and 138 have pools. The zone is part of Lakewood Ranch, a well-established master-planned community, and it feeds toward R. Dan Nolan Middle School. If you want walkable neighborhoods with HOA upkeep and consistent standards, this is that kind of place.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's a mid-to-upper market: the median list price is $700,000 and the median sold price over the last year was also $700,000. That said, the range is wide, from $199,000 at the entry level up to $5.4 million, so there's room for different budgets. Average price per square foot runs about $361.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
The median is $700,000 with a median home size around 2,332 square feet and an average of $361 per square foot. Entry listings start near $199,000, while 70 of the active homes are priced above $1 million. You can filter the full price spectrum on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
Steady and balanced. Homes take a median of 33 days to sell, 778 closed over the past 12 months, and sellers are getting about 96% of their asking price on average. That combination points to a market with real demand but reasonable negotiating room.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Expect an HOA — the median is $477 per month, which reflects how gated and amenity-driven this zone is. Median property taxes run about $7,960 per year. Both figures vary by specific community, so confirm the numbers for any home you're serious about.
What schools serve this zone?+
The zone is anchored by Robert Willis Elementary, and middle-schoolers in the area head toward R. Dan Nolan Middle School. Attendance boundaries change, so always confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with the Manatee County school district before you buy.
How is the commute from here?+
This is Manatee County, so you're trading a longer trip to Tampa for Lakewood Ranch's lifestyle. Downtown Tampa is roughly 56 minutes away and Tampa International Airport about 66 minutes. For day-to-day life, most errands and amenities are far closer within Lakewood Ranch itself.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes, though it's a smaller slice — 17 of the 247 active listings are new construction. Lakewood Ranch continues to grow, so inventory of brand-new homes turns over as communities build out. If new build is a priority, it's worth watching the listings closely since the count shifts.
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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