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River Point of Manatee is an established single-family neighborhood in Bradenton's 34208 area with a distinctive connection to the water. Also called River Pointe of Manatee in some property records, the deed-restricted community offers residents a private boat ramp with access toward the Manatee Ri

Riverview Landings is a small gated community of custom single-family homes in northwest Bradenton, near the Manatee River and immediately adjacent to De Soto National Memorial. Public records identify 49 lots in the community, while current and historical property records show substantial homes on

Englewood is a Gulf Coast community where buyers can choose among Manasota Key beach properties, Lemon Bay waterfront homes, established mainland neighborhoods, condominiums, villas and newer residential areas. One of the most important facts for homebuyers is that Englewood spans portions of Saraso

If you are flying or driving into Southwest Florida to house hunt, do not organize your itinerary solely by which listings look best online. Organize it geographically. Sarasota and Manatee counties contain barrier islands, downtown districts, established mainland neighborhoods, master-planned commu

Heritage Harbour in Bradenton offers condominium, coach-home, villa, townhome and single-family choices within a large master-planned setting near State Road 64 and Interstate 75. Condo buyers can find golf-course views, lakes, pools, fitness facilities and racquet sports, but there is an important

Everyday life in Holmes Beach is different from spending a week there on vacation. The Gulf, sunsets and beaches remain part of the experience, but owners also buy groceries, manage home maintenance, navigate seasonal traffic, use the island trolley and travel to the mainland for needs that extend b

A Sarasota house-hunting trip does not have to mean spending every daylight hour walking through properties. A well-planned beach break can actually help you evaluate one of the biggest reasons people consider Sarasota in the first place: the Gulf Coast lifestyle. If your showings are near Siesta Ke

Waterfront dining on Longboat Key can be more than a meal when you are exploring the island as a potential place to own a home. Dry Dock Waterfront Grill provides Sarasota Bay views near the south end, while Mar Vista Dockside Restaurant & Pub and Shore offer waterfront settings near the north end.

If you are considering a move to Sarasota, a long walk on the beach can be surprisingly useful homebuying research. Siesta Beach is an easy place to start when you want a broad Gulf shoreline and convenient public facilities. Lido Key works well when you are comparing island living with downtown Sar

Understanding Sarasota’s water starts with a few basic distinctions. Sarasota Bay and Little Sarasota Bay are protected coastal waters behind the barrier islands. Big Sarasota Pass, New Pass and the currently open Midnight Pass connect bay waters with the Gulf of Mexico. Sandbars are shallow accumul

If you are coming to Sarasota to look at homes, the most useful house-hunting trip starts before the first showing and continues after the last front door closes. Before showings, narrow your locations, property types, budget and must-have features. Between appointments, use the time to experience n

A Sarasota relocation weekend should include more than home showings. Use Friday evening to experience downtown Sarasota and the bayfront. Spend Saturday comparing central Sarasota, Siesta Key, Lido Key and other coastal areas that match your priorities. Use Sunday for a contrasting location such as

A productive Sarasota house-hunting day can be surprisingly simple: tour serious homes in the morning, then use the afternoon to experience the Gulf Coast lifestyle connected with those properties. Start with geographically grouped showings while your attention is fresh. After lunch, drive the route

Palma Sola Bay Club is a gated condominium community in northwest Bradenton, Florida, with a waterfront setting on Palma Sola Bay and convenient access toward Anna Maria Island. The community contains 207 two- and three-bedroom residences across 23 buildings, with private balconies, covered parking,

Palma Sola Bay Estates is an established single-family neighborhood in West Bradenton, Florida, near Palma Sola Bay and the routes leading toward Anna Maria Island. Manatee County records show the subdivision plat was filed in 1979, and property records reflect homes developed primarily around the l

Palma Sola Village is an established, deed-restricted neighborhood of 84 single-family homes in northwest Bradenton, Florida, near Palma Sola Bay and the routes leading to Anna Maria Island. The community sits off 5th Avenue NW between 67th and 71st Street NW, providing a residential setting close t

Palma Sola Sound is a small single-family home community in West Bradenton, Florida, near Palma Sola Bay and the routes leading toward Anna Maria Island. Centered around 18th Avenue West near Palma Sola Boulevard, the neighborhood offers an established residential setting with homes dating primarily

River Oaks is an established waterfront condominium community along the Manatee River in downtown Bradenton, Florida. Located around 1600 and 1650 1st Avenue W, the community combines river views, condominium ownership and convenient access to the Bradenton Riverwalk and downtown destinations. Curre

Rivers Edge is an established single-family home community in Bradenton, Florida, where neighborhood lakes and ponds give select properties a distinctly waterfront feel. Located in the 34203 area near State Road 70, Tara Boulevard and Jiggs Landing, the community was developed primarily around 2000

Oak Haven is a small single-family home neighborhood in Bradenton, Florida, centered along 31st Avenue East near 27th Street East in the 34208 ZIP code. Manatee County records show the subdivision was platted in 2006, and property records document homes built primarily in 2006 and 2007. The neighbor