Manatee County Update: April 19-25, 2026

Manatee County Market Snapshot: April 19–25, 2026

191 Closings · $405,000 Median Price · 96.6% List Price Achievement · 42.9% Cash Sales

Price Bands

The $250K–$500K band was the clear volume leader this week, accounting for 104 of the 191 total closings at a median sold price of $371,100 and a median of 53 days on market. The Under $250K band contributed 21 closings, also at a 53-day median DOM and a median price of $199,900 — a segment with limited active inventory (just 16 listings) relative to demand. The $500K–$750K band recorded 39 closings at a notably faster pace of 35 days and a median price of $600,000, suggesting stronger urgency among buyers in that range. The $750K–$1M band was the week’s standout performer with 8 closings at a remarkably swift median of just 14.5 days and a median price of $815,000. The $1M+ segment posted 19 closings at a median price of $1,477,500, with buyers taking a more measured 49 days at the median before closing.

Geography (Cities)

Bradenton dominated closings this week with 94 transactions at a median price of $395,000 and a median DOM of 48.5 days, reinforcing its position as the county’s highest-volume market. Parrish followed with 34 closings at a median of $405,000 and 44 days on market, reflecting continued demand in this fast-growing corridor. Lakewood Ranch posted 23 closings at the highest median price among the primary markets — $465,000 — and the fastest pace at 28 days, signaling strong buyer conviction in that master-planned community. Palmetto recorded 20 closings at a median of $398,750, though its 56.5-day median DOM was the slowest among the major markets. Sarasota contributed 6 closings at $387,000 with a 48.5-day median. On the barrier islands, Holmes Beach saw 5 closings at a median of $665,000 and a lengthy 91-day median DOM, while Anna Maria recorded 1 closing at $1,200,000 in 74 days. Cortez was the slowest market of the week with 1 closing at $2,200,000 after 139 days. Ellenton, by contrast, was the fastest with 2 closings at a median of $333,500 in just 2 days. University Park added 3 closings at a median of $535,000 and 61 days, and Longboat Key recorded 2 closings at $341,650 with a 78-day median DOM.

Property Types

Single-Family Residences led all property types in both volume and price, with 123 closings at a median sold price of $482,000 and a median DOM of 50 days. Condominiums were the fastest-moving property type this week, with 40 closings at a median of just 39 days and a median price of $311,250. Townhouses and Villas each recorded 14 closings; Townhouses closed at a median price of $285,914.50 in 47.5 days, while Villas matched the single-family median DOM at 50 days with a median price of $361,650.

Price Bands

Of the 123 single-family homes that closed this week, none fell below $250,000 — a notable absence that reflects the scarcity of affordable detached product in the county. The $250K–$500K band carried the bulk of activity with 65 closings at a median price of $384,000 and a median DOM of 59 days. The $500K–$750K band was considerably faster, with 31 closings at a median of $607,500 and just 27 days on market — the quickest pace in the single-family segment. The $750K–$1M band recorded 8 closings at a median of $815,000 in a striking 14.5 days, confirming that well-priced homes in this range are generating rapid buyer response. The $1M+ band contributed 19 closings at a median price of $1,477,500 and a median DOM of 49 days.

Geography (Cities)

Bradenton led single-family closings with 51 transactions at a median price of $540,000 and a median DOM of 35 days — a notably brisk pace for the county’s largest market. Parrish recorded 28 single-family closings at a median of $434,950 and 55.5 days, while Palmetto contributed 19 closings at $402,500 and 54 days. Lakewood Ranch posted 12 single-family closings at the highest median price among primary markets — $625,000 — in 32.5 days, reflecting the premium buyers place on that community. Sarasota added 5 closings at $390,000 in 59 days. Ellenton was the fastest single-family market with 2 closings at $333,500 in just 2 days. University Park recorded 2 closings at a median of $992,500 in 48.5 days. On the barrier islands, Holmes Beach saw 2 single-family closings at a median of $1,680,000 after 134.5 days, Anna Maria recorded 1 closing at $1,200,000 in 74 days, and Cortez posted 1 closing at $2,200,000 after 139 days on market.

Price Bands

The condo, townhome, and villa segment recorded 68 total closings this week. The Under $250K band was the most active in this segment with 21 closings at a median price of $199,900 and a median DOM of 53 days, reflecting steady demand for entry-level attached product. The $250K–$500K band contributed 39 closings at a median of $332,610 and 39 days on market — the fastest pace in the CTV segment. The $500K–$750K band saw 8 closings at a median of $527,500, though the 157-day median DOM signals that higher-priced attached homes are taking considerably longer to find buyers. There were no closings in the $750K–$1M or $1M+ bands within the CTV segment this week.

Geography (Cities)

Bradenton was the dominant CTV market with 43 closings at a median price of $288,000 and a median DOM of 51 days. Lakewood Ranch and Parrish both stood out for speed, each recording a median DOM of just 24 days — Lakewood Ranch with 11 closings at $332,610 and Parrish with 6 closings at $285,914.50. Holmes Beach contributed 3 CTV closings at a median of $640,000 in 66 days. Longboat Key recorded 2 closings at $341,650 with a 78-day median DOM. University Park added 1 closing at $388,500 in 61 days. Sarasota posted 1 CTV closing at $305,000 in 38 days, and Palmetto recorded 1 closing at $218,500 after 97 days on market.

Property Types

Within the CTV segment, Condominiums were the clear speed leader with 40 closings at a median DOM of 39 days and a median price of $311,250 — the fastest and highest-volume attached property type this week. Townhouses recorded 14 closings at a median price of $285,914.50 and a median DOM of 47.5 days, offering the most affordable entry point in the attached segment. Villas also posted 14 closings, matching Townhouses in volume but carrying a slightly higher median price of $361,650 and a median DOM of 50 days — the slowest of the three CTV property types.

Actionable Playbook

• Sellers: Condominiums are the fastest-moving property type this week with a median DOM of just 39 days and a median sold price of $311,250 — well-priced condo listings are finding buyers efficiently. For single-family sellers, the $750K–$1M price band is the market’s hottest segment, with 8 closings at a median of only 14.5 days and a median price of $815,000. Accurate pricing in this range is generating exceptional velocity.
• Buyers: The $250K–$500K band, while the highest-volume segment with 104 closings, carries a 53-day median DOM — the slowest of any price band — suggesting more room for negotiation and less urgency pressure. Palmetto, with a 56.5-day median DOM across 20 closings, also presents opportunities for buyers willing to be patient and strategic in their offers.
• Investors: The $250K–$500K band is where the market action is concentrated, accounting for 104 of 191 total closings this week at a median price of $371,100. This segment’s depth and consistent demand make it the most liquid price point for investment and rental strategies in Manatee County.
• Luxury Market: The $1M+ segment recorded 19 closings at a median DOM of 49 days and a median price of $1,477,500. While the timeline is longer than the broader market, the pace is reasonable for the luxury tier — buyers and sellers in this segment should plan for approximately a 7-week marketing window at the median.

DOM Basis: CDOM

Period: April 19–25, 2026