Manatee County Housing Update Dec 6-13

Manatee County Market Snapshot: December 7 – 13, 2025: Strong Absorption with 59-Day Median Close Times

Analysis of 282 active, 156 pending, and 152 closed listings showing robust activity with efficient absorption and balanced velocity.

Market Snapshot: Strong week with 152 closings, 59-day median close times, and healthy 0.55 PAR indicating balanced market conditions.

All records analyzed

Price Bands

Price band performance revealed significant variations in market velocity. Entry-level properties under $250K closed in 52 days, while mid-tier homes ($250-500K) required 67 days. Upper-mid properties ($500-750K) moved efficiently at 58 days. The luxury entry segment ($750K-$1M) demonstrated exceptional speed at just 24 days, representing a notable market inversion. However, the luxury tier ($1-1.5M) showed extended timelines at 153.5 days, while super-luxury properties over $2M closed rapidly at 32 days.

Geography (Cities/Zips)

Geographic performance showed Bradenton leading with 74 closings at a competitive 43-day median, significantly faster than the market average. Parrish recorded 27 transactions at 59 days, while Lakewood Ranch showed 18 closings with slower 81.5-day timelines. Premium coastal markets like Anna Maria (142 days) and Holmes Beach (123 days) demonstrated extended close times typical of luxury waterfront properties. ZIP code 34203 stood out with exceptionally fast 18-day closings, while 34222 showed an outlier at 267 days.

Property Types

Single-family residences dominated with 111 transactions at 58 days and a $475,000 median price. Condominiums recorded 18 closings at 72.5 days with a $262,000 median, while villas showed stronger performance at 54 days with a $352,999.5 median price. Townhouses closed in 69 days at $260,000, and a single condo-hotel unit closed rapidly at 30 days for $950,000.

Price Bands

Single-family price bands showed distinct performance patterns. Entry-level homes under $250K closed quickly at 26.5 days with limited inventory (2 sales). Mid-tier properties ($250-500K) required 64.5 days across 56 transactions. Upper-mid homes ($500-750K) performed well at 41 days with 33 closings. The luxury entry segment ($750K-$1M) was exceptionally fast at 16 days, while luxury properties ($1-1.5M) extended to 153.5 days. Super-luxury homes over $2M closed efficiently at 32 days.

Geography (Cities/Zips)

Bradenton led single-family activity with 50 closings at 40.5 days, demonstrating strong market velocity. Parrish recorded 24 transactions at 72 days, while Lakewood Ranch showed 11 closings at 58 days. Premium locations like Anna Maria (71.5 days) and Longboat Key (135 days) reflected luxury market dynamics. ZIP code 34203 maintained exceptional performance at 18 days, while 34222 remained an outlier at 267 days.

Property Types

Single-family residences comprised the entire segment with 111 transactions closing at a median of 58 days and $475,000 price point, demonstrating consistent performance across the category.

Price Bands

Attached housing price bands showed more concentrated activity in lower tiers. Entry-level properties under $250K closed in 63 days across 12 transactions. Mid-tier units ($250-500K) required 73.5 days with 26 closings. Upper-mid properties ($500-750K) showed extended timelines at 269 days with limited volume (2 sales). The luxury entry segment recorded one transaction at 30 days for $950,000.

Geography (Cities/Zips)

Bradenton dominated attached housing with 24 transactions at 48.5 days. Lakewood Ranch recorded 7 closings at 124 days, while Parrish showed 3 transactions at 30 days. Coastal markets demonstrated varied performance, with Longboat Key at 30 days and Anna Maria extending to 477 days. Sarasota showed slower performance at 278 days across 2 transactions.

Property Types

Villas led attached housing performance with 16 transactions at 54 days and $352,999.5 median price. Condominiums recorded 18 closings at 72.5 days with $262,000 median, while townhouses closed in 69 days at $260,000. A single condo-hotel unit closed rapidly at 30 days for $950,000.

Actionable Playbook

• Sellers: Price competitively in the luxury entry segment ($750K-$1M) for fastest absorption, but expect extended timelines in the $1-1.5M range.
• Buyers: Focus on Bradenton for fastest closings and strong inventory selection, while considering villa properties for better value in attached housing.
• Investors: Target entry-level and mid-tier properties for consistent performance, avoiding the luxury tier where extended timelines may impact returns.
• Monitor fresh inventory closely as 266 new listings under 7 days indicate active market participation and opportunity.

DOM Basis: CDOM

Notes: Pending-date coverage low (0%); strict in-window pending subset not used.

Period: December 7-13, 2025