What Happened in Manatee Real Estate: Oct 25–31, 2026?
Quick Answer
Manatee County’s housing market from October 25 through 31, 2026 stayed busy and closing-heavy, and Michael Renick tracks these shifts every week through the MLS. The week brought 243 new listings, 180 homes going under contract and 233 closed sales. The median sold price was $440,000, or $227 per square foot, and sellers achieved 94.3% of their list price. Closed homes averaged 85 days on market. New construction accounted for 42.5% of closings and cash buyers for 37.3%. Villas were the fastest-moving property type, and single-family homes priced from $1M to $1.99M sold notably fast. Bradenton led the county in closings. Parrish ranked second in volume but was the slowest of the top cities, and condominiums were the slowest property type, which gives buyers in those segments more room to negotiate. If you have something about further information or if you need more information, contact Michael Renick.
Manatee County Market Report: October 25 through 31, 2026
Sellers achieved 94.3% of list price, and new construction made up 42.5% of closed sales.
Market Activity
Pricing & Time on Market
New Listing Flow by Price Band
Activity by City
| City | New Listings | Pending | Sold |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton | 120 | 95 | 94 |
| Parrish | 36 | 38 | 55 |
| Lakewood Ranch | 33 | 17 | 35 |
| Palmetto | 17 | 19 | 29 |
| Sarasota | 16 | 3 | 12 |
| University Park | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Holmes Beach | 5 | 3 | 0 |
Top submarkets ranked by total weekly activity. New listings reflect homes listed during the week, not standing inventory.
Segment Performance (Overall)
Price Bands
The Under $500K band drove the week with 146 closings at a median of $339,500, averaging 84 days on market. The $500K – $999K band closed 64 homes at a median of $673,500 and was the slowest tier at 90 days. The $1M – $1.99M band added 19 closings at 86 days. The $2M – $4.99M band closed only 4 homes, so its 82-day average is a small sample. There were no closings above $5M this week. Pricing in line with recent comparable sales remains the clearest path to a timely contract.
Geography (Cities)
Bradenton recorded 94 closings at 86 days on average, with a median sold price of $444,500, the most of any city in the county. Parrish recorded 55 closings at 95 days on average, with a median sold price of $370,690, second in volume but the slowest of the top cities. Lakewood Ranch recorded 35 closings at 76 days on average, with a median sold price of $595,000, the highest median among the busiest markets. Palmetto recorded 29 closings at 76 days on average, with a median sold price of $345,000, one of the more affordable options. Manatee County homes with a Sarasota mailing address recorded 12 closings at 47 days on average, with a median sold price of $489,950, the fastest group in the county. Other submarkets had limited activity this week. Each submarket moves at its own pace, so local comparable sales should guide every pricing decision.
Property Types
Single-family homes accounted for 179 closings at a median of $483,000 and 80 days. Villas were the fastest property type, closing 22 sales at 71 days with a median of $338,500. Townhouses closed 12 at 114 days, and condominiums were the slowest type with 20 closings at 126 days and a median of $254,500. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter.
Segment Performance — Single-Family
Price Bands
Single-family homes accounted for 179 closed sales. The Under $500K band led volume with 96 closings at 87 days and a median of $376,250. The $500K – $999K band closed 61 homes at 78 days. The standout was the $1M – $1.99M band, where 18 single-family homes closed at just 46 days with a median of $1,227,686. The $2M – $4.99M band closed 4 homes. Pricing in line with recent comparable sales remains the clearest path to a timely contract.
Geography (Cities)
Bradenton recorded 58 closings at 76 days on average, with a median sold price of $567,500, the county’s busiest single-family market. Parrish recorded 47 closings at 98 days on average, with a median sold price of $390,000, the longest timeline of the busy markets. Lakewood Ranch recorded 30 closings at 79 days on average, with a median sold price of $620,658, the highest single-family median of the group. Palmetto recorded 27 closings at 78 days on average, with a median sold price of $370,000, a steady pace at an accessible price point. Manatee County homes with a Sarasota mailing address recorded 10 closings at 52 days on average, with a median sold price of $505,500, the fastest single-family group. Other submarkets had limited activity this week. Each submarket moves at its own pace, so local comparable sales should guide every pricing decision.
Segment Performance — Condo/Townhome/Villa
Price Bands
Condos, townhomes and villas accounted for 54 closed sales, and nearly all of them were in the Under $500K band: 50 closings at 78 days and a median of $297,000. The $500K – $999K band had only 3 closings, and they averaged a long 285 days. Higher tiers had limited activity. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter.
Geography (Cities)
Bradenton recorded 36 closings at 103 days on average, with a median sold price of $290,500, the bulk of the county’s attached and villa sales. Parrish recorded 8 closings at 77 days on average, with a median sold price of $292,354, a smaller but quicker attached-home sample. Lakewood Ranch recorded 5 closings at 42 days on average, with a median sold price of $370,000, the quickest pace in this segment. Other submarkets had limited attached-home activity this week. Smaller samples can swing from week to week, so these figures are best read alongside longer trends.
Property Types
Villas were the clear leader, closing 22 sales at 71 days with a median of $338,500. Townhouses closed 12 at 114 days, and condominiums were slowest with 20 closings at 126 days and a median of $254,500. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter.
Actionable Playbook
- Sellers: Villas were the fastest property type at 71 days. Single-family homes in the $1M – $1.99M band also moved quickly at 46 days, so well-priced homes in that range are finding motivated buyers without long waits on the market.
- Buyers: The $500K – $999K band was the slowest price tier at 90 days, which can create room to negotiate on price, credits or terms. Among the busiest cities, Parrish had the longest timeline at 95 days on average, so patient buyers there have options.
- Investors: The Under $500K band is where the action is, with 146 closings and the largest share of new listing flow this week.
- Luxury: Sales of $1M and above totaled 23 closings at a median of $1,265,000, averaging 86 days on market.
DOM Basis: CDOM
Period: October 25 through 31, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the median sold price in Manatee County for October 25 through 31, 2026?
The countywide median sold price was $440,000, with a median of $227 per square foot. Single-family homes closed at a median of $483,000, while condominiums closed at a median of $254,500.
How fast are homes selling in Manatee County right now?
Closed homes averaged 85 days on market. Villas were the fastest property type at 71 days, while condominiums were the slowest at 126 days.
How much of the Manatee County market is new construction?
New construction accounted for 42.5% of closed sales this week. Cash buyers made up 37.3% of closings, and sellers achieved 94.3% of list price overall. Pricing in line with recent comparable sales remains the clearest path to a timely contract.
Which Manatee County city had the most home sales this week?
Bradenton recorded 94 closings at 86 days on average, with a median sold price of $444,500, the most in the county. Parrish recorded 55 closings at 95 days on average, with a median sold price of $370,690, ranking second in volume. Among the busiest markets, Lakewood Ranch carried the highest median sold price at $595,000. Each submarket moves at its own pace, so local comparable sales should guide every pricing decision.
Where do buyers have the most negotiating room in Manatee County?
Condominiums averaged 126 days on market, the slowest property type, and the $500K – $999K band was the slowest price tier at 90 days. Buyers in this segment are comparing options carefully, so presentation and pricing both matter. Parrish recorded 55 closings at 95 days on average, with a median sold price of $370,690, the longest timeline among the busiest cities.
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