Homes zoned forTara Elementary School
Established Manatee County living near Sarasota and I-75
120
Homes for sale
$385,000
Median list price
$215
Avg price / sqft
57
Median days on market
The Tara Elementary zone sits in University Park, just east of Sarasota and threaded through with mature communities, golf-course frontage, and quiet residential streets. It's an area that suits buyers who want space and established landscaping over brand-new sprawl, with a mix of single-family homes and a notable share of gated neighborhoods. For families and year-round residents, it offers the convenience of Manatee County with easy reach to I-75.
The market here is active but reasonable: there are 117 University Park homes for sale with a median list price of $399,000, spanning everything from $80,000 to $875,000. Homes move at a steady pace rather than a frantic one, and sellers are collecting about 96% of asking on average. If you want to see what's currently available by location, the live map is the fastest way to get your bearings.
Tara Elementary School is an attendance zone in University Park, Florida.
Quick facts
$75,000 – $875K price range
1,569 sqft median home
$325/mo median HOA
$2,750/mo median rent
357 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Tara Elementary zone
The Tara Elementary zone sits within University Park, in eastern Manatee County just north and east of Sarasota. It's an established part of the region — a mix of single-family neighborhoods, gated communities, and quiet residential streets rather than a landscape of new subdivisions. The area benefits from its position near I-75, which keeps the rest of the Gulf Coast within easy reach while maintaining a settled, residential feel.
This zone suits a broad range of buyers. Families appreciate the residential character and the convenience to Sarasota's amenities, while downsizers and year-round residents value the mature communities and steady pace of life. With 117 active listings spanning a wide price range, there's room for first-time buyers and move-up families alike.
It's worth setting expectations clearly: this is an established area, not a growth corridor. There are no active new-construction or 55+ listings here, so the appeal is in settled neighborhoods with mature landscaping and existing community infrastructure. Buyers who want that kind of stability will feel at home.
Schools for homes in the Tara Elementary zone
This area is defined by the Tara Elementary School attendance zone in the Manatee County school district. If being in this particular zone matters to you, it should anchor your home search from the start, since attendance boundaries determine which school a given address feeds into.
A critical note for buyers: school attendance boundaries can and do change from year to year. Before you make an offer on any specific home, confirm the current assigned school for that exact address directly with the Manatee County school district. Don't rely on a listing's school information or on a neighbor's assignment, as lines can be redrawn.
Taking that one step early saves disappointment later. School zoning is one of the few factors that's genuinely tied to the address rather than negotiable, so verifying it upfront lets you shop with confidence.
Homes for sale in the Tara Elementary zone: prices and housing
There are currently 117 active listings in the zone, with a median list price of $399,000. The range is wide — from $80,000 at the entry end up to $875,000 — and the average works out to about $216 per square foot on a median home size of roughly 1,624 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 356 homes sold at a median price of $372,500, and sellers collected about 96% of asking on average, which tells you there's normal room for negotiation.
The segment mix reflects the area's established character. Thirty-six active listings are in gated communities, 24 include a private pool, and 10 sit on waterfront. There are no golf-course, 55+, or new-construction listings active right now, and nothing currently priced above $1 million — so this is firmly a resale, mid-market area rather than a luxury or builder-driven one.
On carrying costs, the median HOA fee is $325 per month and median property taxes run about $3,544 per year. Both vary by community and home value, so verify the figures for any specific property. For renters or investors weighing the numbers, the median rent in the area is around $2,750 per month.
Getting around from the Tara Elementary zone
The zone's biggest practical advantage is its proximity to I-75, the main north-south artery along Florida's Gulf Coast. That connection makes regional travel straightforward whether you're heading toward Sarasota to the south or Bradenton and Tampa to the north.
For longer trips, Downtown Tampa is roughly 52 minutes away and Tampa International Airport sits about 61 minutes out. Those are reasonable drive times for occasional trips or for a traveler who flies regularly, though they're clearly commute-length rather than quick hops.
Day to day, most errands and amenities are closer at hand in the Sarasota–Manatee area just to the west. The combination of a settled residential location and quick interstate access is a big part of what makes this zone practical for buyers who split their time between home and the wider region.
Is the Tara Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone makes the most sense for buyers who want an established, residential slice of Manatee County with a moderate price point and good interstate access. With a median list price of $399,000 and a range down to $80,000, it's genuinely approachable, and the strong share of gated and pool homes gives buyers real options within that budget.
The trade-offs are worth naming honestly. There's no new construction, no 55+ or golf communities, and nothing in the luxury tier right now — so if you're set on a brand-new build or a high-end estate, this isn't the spot. The market is also steady rather than hot, with a 59-day median time on market, which is good news for buyers who want time to think but means sellers should price realistically.
If you value a settled neighborhood, a verified school zone, and easy I-75 access over new-build shine, the Tara Elementary zone delivers. Start with the live map to see what's active, and always confirm the current school assignment for any address before you commit.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$485,000
6734 64TH TERRACE E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,125 sqft
$380,000
5437 CHATHAM SQUARE WAY, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,525 sqft
$335,000
7228 49TH AVENUE E, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,498 sqft
$105,000
5316 53RD AVENUE E UNIT I14, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 720 sqft
$75,000
5316 53RD AVENUE E UNIT F43, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 720 sqft
$849,999
6261 MESA GLEN, BRADENTON
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,536 sqft
$699,950
4707 GARDEN ARBOR WAY, BRADENTON
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,546 sqft
$560,000
4639 61ST DRIVE E, BRADENTON
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,088 sqft
$529,000
3226 45TH WAY E, BRADENTON
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,924 sqft
$519,000
6206 PLATEAU COURT, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,533 sqft
$449,000
5448 CHATHAM SQUARE WAY, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,530 sqft
$419,000
6520 QUONSET ROAD, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,697 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Tara Elementary School market
357
Sold, last 12 months
$370,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
57 days
Median time to sell
Tara Elementary School vs University Park
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Tara Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Tara Elementary School home
≈ $2,849/mo
$385,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$325/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,750/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
16,659
Median age
55
Median income
$97,120
Median home value
$329,630
Beyond the listings
Living in Tara Elementary School
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Straight answers
Tara Elementary School FAQs
Is the Tara Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It's a solid choice for buyers who want established Manatee County neighborhoods with easy I-75 access and proximity to Sarasota. The area leans toward mature, residential communities — including a healthy number of gated options — rather than new development. That makes it a comfortable fit for families and year-round residents alike.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's moderately priced for the region, with a median list price of $399,000 and an average of $216 per square foot. The range is wide — from $80,000 up to $875,000 — so there's genuine room for different budgets. You can browse current options across price points on the live map.
What do homes cost in the Tara Elementary zone?+
Active listings carry a median list price of $399,000, while the median sold price over the last 12 months was $372,500. The median home size is about 1,624 square feet, and the average price works out to roughly $216 per square foot. That gap between list and sold prices reflects a market where some negotiation is normal.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and steady. 356 homes sold over the past 12 months, the median time on market is 59 days, and sellers are getting about 96% of their asking price. That pace gives buyers time to evaluate rather than rush into a decision.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee here is $325 per month, which is consistent with the area's share of gated and managed communities. Median property taxes run about $3,544 per year. Both figures vary by community and home value, so confirm the specifics for any address you're considering.
What schools serve this area?+
This is the Tara Elementary School attendance zone in Manatee County. Because attendance boundaries can change, confirm the assigned zone for any specific address directly with the Manatee County school district before you buy.
What's the commute like?+
The zone sits close to I-75, which makes regional travel straightforward. Downtown Tampa is roughly 52 minutes away, and Tampa International Airport is about 61 minutes. Sarasota's amenities are much closer, just to the west.
Is there new construction in this zone?+
Not currently — there are zero new-construction listings among the 117 active homes, and no golf-course or 55+ segments either. This is an established area, so buyers should expect resale homes rather than builder inventory. If new construction is a priority, you may need to look elsewhere in the region.
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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