Manatee County Market Snapshot
Manatee County Market Snapshot: December 21-27, 2025
Strong Sales with 95.7% List Price Achievement
Market Activity
Pricing & Time on Market
Active Inventory by Price
Activity by City
Segment Performance (Overall)
Price Bands
The $250K-$500K segment dominated with 50 sales at a median 76 days on market and $347,500 median price. Luxury properties over $1M showed 12 sales but took significantly longer at 141.5 days, with a median price of $1,563,495. The $750K-$1M band performed exceptionally well with 5 sales closing in just 43 days at $835,000 median. Entry-level properties under $250K had 10 sales at 90.5 days and $151,500 median, while the $500K-$750K segment recorded 14 sales at 129 days and $565,000 median.
Geography (Cities)
Bradenton led market activity with 48 sales closing in a median 65.5 days at $340,000. Palmetto followed with 13 sales at 73 days and $379,900 median price. Parrish recorded 12 sales taking 108.5 days at $370,033.50 median. Lakewood Ranch showed strong velocity with 7 sales closing in just 56 days at $500,000 median. Beach communities commanded premium prices, with Bradenton Beach achieving $2,995,000 in just 2 days, Anna Maria at $2,200,000 in 24 days, and Holmes Beach at $1,450,000 in 126.5 days. Sarasota properties took the longest at 194 days but achieved $417,500 median price.
Property Types
Single-family residences dominated with 59 sales at 81 days median DOM and $475,000 median price. Condominiums recorded 17 sales but took longer at 129 days, achieving $250,000 median price. Townhouses showed the fastest velocity with 8 sales closing in 59.5 days at $312,500 median. Villas had 7 sales but required the longest marketing time at 150 days, with a median price of $374,500.
Segment Performance — Single-Family
Price Bands
Single-family homes totaled 59 sales across all price bands. The $250K-$500K segment led with 31 sales at 67 days median DOM and $371,000 median price. Luxury homes over $1M recorded 11 sales but required 154 days at $1,625,000 median. The $500K-$750K band had 11 sales at 128 days and $595,000 median. The $750K-$1M segment showed exceptional speed with 5 sales closing in 43 days at $835,000 median. Entry-level single-family homes under $250K showed limited activity with just 1 sale closing in 1 day at $115,000.
Geography (Cities)
Bradenton led single-family sales with 25 homes closing in 99 days at $475,000 median. Palmetto recorded 13 sales at 73 days and $379,900 median. Parrish had 9 single-family sales at 81 days and $405,900 median. Lakewood Ranch showed strong performance with 5 sales closing in 39 days at $500,000 median. Beach communities commanded premium prices, with Bradenton Beach at $2,995,000 in 2 days, Anna Maria at $2,200,000 in 24 days, and Holmes Beach at $2,650,000 in 154 days. Sarasota single-family homes took 182.5 days but achieved $476,250 median price.
Segment Performance — Condo/Townhome/Villa
Price Bands
Condo/townhome/villa sales totaled 32 transactions. The $250K-$500K segment dominated with 19 sales at 84 days median DOM and $314,000 median price. Entry-level properties under $250K recorded 9 sales at 141 days and $153,000 median. The $500K-$750K band had 3 sales taking 171 days at $523,746 median. Luxury CTV properties over $1M showed limited activity with 1 sale at 129 days and $1,175,000 price. The $750K-$1M segment had no recorded sales during this period.
Geography (Cities)
Bradenton led CTV sales with 23 units closing in 35 days at $290,000 median price. Parrish recorded 3 CTV sales but took significantly longer at 394 days with $310,000 median. Lakewood Ranch had 2 sales at 328.5 days and $442,250 median. Sarasota CTV properties took 259.5 days at $310,000 median. Holmes Beach recorded 1 sale at 99 days and $250,000, while Longboat Key had 1 luxury condo sale at 129 days for $1,175,000.
Property Types
Townhouses showed the strongest performance with 8 sales closing in 59.5 days at $312,500 median price. Condominiums recorded 17 sales but required longer marketing time at 129 days, achieving $250,000 median price. Villas had 7 sales taking the longest at 150 days with $374,500 median price, indicating buyers in this segment take more time to make decisions.
Actionable Playbook
- Sellers: Townhouses are moving fastest at 59.5 days, while the $750K-$1M price band shows exceptional velocity at just 43 days. Price competitively in these segments for quickest sale.
- Buyers: Luxury properties over $1M are taking 141.5 days to sell, and Sarasota properties average 194 days, presenting negotiation opportunities in these slower segments.
- Investors: The $250K-$500K segment represents the highest volume opportunity with 50 sales, indicating strong buyer demand and market liquidity in this price range.
- Luxury market buyers should expect extended timelines, with properties over $1M averaging 141.5 days on market, requiring patience but potentially offering more negotiating power.
DOM Basis: CDOM
Period: December 21-27, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What price range is driving most of the Manatee County market right now?
The $250K–$500K segment is the workhorse of the Manatee County market. Overall, it recorded 50 sales at a $347,500 median price and 76 median days on market. Within single-family homes, this band posted 31 sales at a $371,000 median and 67 days on market. For condos, townhomes, and villas, it delivered 19 sales at a $314,000 median and 84 days.
How are beach communities like Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, and Longboat Key performing?
Beach communities are commanding premium prices with relatively quick movement at the high end. Bradenton Beach closed at $2,995,000 in 2 days, Anna Maria at $2,200,000 in 24 days, and Holmes Beach single-family at $2,650,000 in 154 days. On the condo side, Holmes Beach had a $250,000 sale in 99 days, and Longboat Key registered a $1,175,000 luxury condo closing in 129 days.
Why might Sarasota buyers and sellers see more negotiation room than in other Manatee County areas?
Sarasota properties are taking longer to move than other nearby cities, which can soften seller leverage. Overall Sarasota homes are averaging 194 days on market with a $417,500 median price. Single-family homes there sit about 182.5 days, while Sarasota condos, townhomes, and villas are taking 259.5 days at a $310,000 median, signaling more time on the market and potential room to negotiate.
Are certain property types selling faster than others in Manatee County?
Yes, townhouses are leading on speed with 8 sales closing in 59.5 days at a $312,500 median price. Single-family homes have the highest volume at 59 sales, taking 81 days and landing at a $475,000 median. Condos are slower at 129 days and $250,000 median, while villas take the longest at 150 days with a $374,500 median price.
About the Author
I’m Michael Renick — a Florida West Coast broker with over 15 years guiding families through some of the biggest decisions of their lives. I’ve built my practice on hard work, honesty, and total transparency. No shortcuts, no spin — just straight answers, deep market knowledge, and the dedication my clients deserve from start to close.
