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Area Guides

Neighborhoods of the Sarasota–Manatee coast

Lifestyle, typical home prices, and school zones for the communities that make up this stretch of Florida's Gulf Coast — so you can find the one that feels like home before you arrive.

Bradenton BeachManatee

Bradenton Beach

Laid-back island living on Anna Maria Island.

Properties here command a premium due to the limited land and beachfront location, consisting primarily of condos, cottages, and luxury vacation homes.Explore
DuetteManatee

Duette

Quiet, rural living in eastern Manatee County.

Prices are generally lower per square foot compared to the coast, with properties often including significant acreage and custom-built homes.Explore
EllentonManatee

Ellenton

Convenient suburban living near the Manatee River.

Home prices are generally moderate, offering good value for families and first-time buyers compared to the immediate coastal areas.Explore
EnglewoodSarasota

Englewood

Old Florida charm on the Gulf Coast.

Prices vary widely, from affordable inland homes to high-end waterfront properties on the barrier islands.Explore
Myakka CityManatee

Myakka City

Spacious ranchland near Florida's natural wilderness.

Properties are typically large, with prices reflecting the acreage included. It is an ideal location for those seeking custom homes on expansive lots.Explore
NokomisSarasota

Nokomis

Quiet coastal living between Sarasota and Venice.

Home prices are generally mid-to-high range, reflecting the area's desirability and proximity to the water.Explore
North PortSarasota

North Port

Fast-growing city with abundant natural beauty.

North Port remains one of the more affordable areas in Sarasota County, with a large inventory of newer single-family homes.Explore
ParrishManatee

Parrish

A rapidly growing community with a rural heart.

Prices are competitive, with a wide range of new construction homes and master-planned communities available.Explore
University ParkManatee

University Park

Premier master-planned golf course community.

Homes in University Park are generally in the higher price bracket, reflecting the community's amenities and prestige.Explore
VeniceSarasota

Venice

Historic coastal city known for shark teeth.

Prices range from affordable condos to luxury beachfront estates, with a strong market for historic homes on Venice Island.Explore
BradentonManatee

Bradenton

Historic riverfront city with a vibrant arts scene.

Home prices are generally more accessible than in neighboring Sarasota, with a diverse range of historic bungalows, modern condos, and suburban single-family homes.Explore
SarasotaSarasota County

Sarasota

The cultural heart of Florida's Gulf Coast — arts, dining, and bayfront living.

$400K condos to $2M+ bayfront estatesExplore
TampaHillsborough County

Tampa

Florida's urban powerhouse — big-city energy with Gulf Coast access.

$350K condos to $3M+ waterfront; single-family median ~$450KExplore
PalmettoManatee County

Palmetto

Riverfront value on the Manatee — small-town feel, big-water views.

$250K–$700K, with waterfront estates reaching $1M+Explore
Siesta KeySarasota County

Siesta Key

The #1 beach in America — powdery quartz sand and a lively island village.

$500K condos to $4M+ Gulf-front estatesExplore
Lakewood RanchManatee & Sarasota Counties

Lakewood Ranch

America's best-selling master-planned community — resort living, planned to perfection.

$300K condos to $2M+ estate homesExplore
Longboat KeySarasota & Manatee Counties

Longboat Key

Exclusive barrier-island living — quiet luxury between the Gulf and the Bay.

$600K condos to $5M+ Gulf-front estatesExplore