Bradenton Beach Homes for Sale & Living Guide
Bradenton Beach is the laid-back south end of Anna Maria Island, with historic Bridge Street, a fishing pier and wide Gulf beaches. Whether you're buying, selling or relocating, we're Eric and Traci Bolen of Sand + Sea Homes with eXp Realty, and we'd love to help.
Bradenton Beach at a glance
Market Snapshot
Median Sale Price
$964,541
+22.5% YoY
Homes Sold
15
+8.8% YoY
Days on Market
85
−35 days YoY (median)
Sale-to-List
89.9%
−1.7 pt YoY
Living here
Life in Bradenton Beach
Bradenton Beach is one of three cities on Anna Maria Island in Manatee County. Bridge Street has shops and restaurants and leads to the Historic Bridge Street Pier on the bay side, and Coquina Beach stretches along the island's south end. The free Anna Maria Island Trolley runs from Coquina Beach to the Anna Maria City Pier, with stops near Bridge Street. See our Anna Maria Island guide.
Living here
Neighborhoods
Bradenton Beach is small, with beach cottages, condos, duplexes and vacation-rental properties.
Market
Home Types and Prices
You'll find condos, cottages, duplexes and single-family beach homes.
As a reference point, Redfin reported a median sale price of $964,541 for Bradenton Beach in September 2026, up 22.5% from a year earlier. There were 15 homes sold that month, with a median of 85 days on market (35 fewer than a year earlier), and homes sold for about 89.9% of list price on average. With this few sales, the median can swing a lot from month to month, so ask us for street-level comps.
Selling? See our selling page or get a free home value estimate.
Before you buy
Flood Zones, Insurance and Rentals
Flood zones. Check each property's FEMA flood zone, elevation certificate and claims history, and get flood quotes before you make an offer.
Insurance. Get quotes early. See whether Florida home insurance rates are coming down.
Condos. Review milestone inspections, reserve studies and any special assessments. Start with what to know before buying a Florida condo.
Rentals. Short-term rental rules vary by city, county and association. Confirm them before buying for rental income, and read buying a second home or investment property.
Full cost picture. See the hidden costs of buying a home in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte County.
Education
Schools
Public schools zoned for homes in Bradenton Beach, from the official district zone maps and locators (checked Oct 20, 2026):
Elementary: Anna Maria Elementary School
Middle: King Middle School
High: Bayshore High School, Manatee High School
Districts: the School District of Manatee County.
Manatee County's new elementary and middle school zones took effect in 2026-27; new high school zones take effect in 2027-28, so the high school shown here may change. Manatee County families can also apply through the district's Controlled Open Enrollment (School Choice) window for programs such as IB at Johnson K-8 and Southeast High and AICE at Palmetto High. Manatee School for the Arts in Palmetto is a public charter school for grades 6-12 with its own application. Which school a home is zoned for depends on the exact address, and boundaries change, so always confirm with the district before you buy.
Commute & travel
Getting Around
The Cortez Bridge connects Bradenton Beach to the mainland, and the free island trolley runs the length of Anna Maria Island. Expect seasonal traffic.
Your local team
Why Work With Sand + Sea Homes
We're Eric and Traci Bolen, a husband-and-wife team of REALTORS with eXp Realty. We help buyers compare Bradenton Beach condos, cottages and rental properties, including flood and insurance details, and we help sellers price well. If you're new to the area, our buying page walks you through the process, and our step-by-step buying timeline shows what to expect.
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Ready to explore Bradenton Beach? Call or text Eric & Traci at (941) 352-2121, search the homes above, or get your home's value.
Questions
Bradenton Beach FAQ
Is Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island?
Yes. Bradenton Beach is one of three cities on Anna Maria Island, along with Holmes Beach and Anna Maria.
How much does a home cost in Bradenton Beach?
Redfin reported a median sale price of $964,541 for Bradenton Beach in September 2026, up 22.5% from a year earlier. The figure is based on a small number of sales, so ask for comps on the specific property.
Can I rent out a home in Bradenton Beach?
Rental rules depend on city ordinances and any condo or HOA rules. Confirm them before buying for rental income.
Do I need flood insurance in Bradenton Beach?
It depends on the property. Homes in FEMA high-risk flood zones with a mortgage typically need flood insurance. Check the flood zone and get quotes before you make an offer.
Which schools serve Bradenton Beach?
Zoned public schools in Bradenton Beach include elementary: Anna Maria Elementary School; middle: King Middle School; high: Bayshore High School, Manatee High School (official district zone data, checked Oct 20, 2026). The assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm with the district.
