Bradenton, FL Real Estate
Bradenton, FL Real Estate opportunities are some of the best and most varied in Florida. Located in Manatee County midway between Tampa/St. Pete and Sarasota, Bradenton has its own character, charm and magnificent beaches and waterways.
Manatee County is comprised of six major communities along the Gulf Coast and the majestic Manatee River. The barrier islands form four additional beachfront communities including Longboat Key, Anna Maria Island, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach. Other major communities include Ellenton, Parrish, and Myakka City. Lakewood Ranch, located on the Sarasota/Manatee county lines, is one of the fastest growing communities for both residential homes and commercial businesses and medical facilities.
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Bradenton FL
Bradenton, FL is a wonderful place to enjoy all types of water sports, art and historical attractions, golfing, and leisure activities such as fishing and boating.
The area we now call the City of Bradenton was discovered in 1539, by Hernando DeSoto when he landed on Shaw's Point to begin his 4,000 mile trek in search of El Dorado, "the lost city of gold."
For over 100 years, Tropicana Products has produced its juice products in the city, and Champs Sports, Bealls Corporation, and Wellcraft are all based in the area. Bradenton epitomizes the alluring charm of melding nostalgic beauty with modern convenience. Stretching along the southern bank of the Manatee River, this city is called home by some 50,000 residents, and extends homebuyers and renters a variety of housing options in established neighborhoods as well as newer communities. The quaint downtown district is a thriving hub where county government, industry, healthcare, and the arts are conducted. The city also plays host to the Pittsburgh Pirates´ spring training, and to many fun family attractions and events. Its location on the intersection of Tampa Bay, the beautiful Manatee River, Anna Maria Sound and The Gulf Of Mexico make it an ideal location for reasonably priced waterfront and waterside real estate including condos, single family homes, villas, and townhomes.
You may wish to experience our warm, friendly atmosphere by touring the South Florida Museum, 201 10th St. W., where you can learn about the history of this part of Florida by viewing up close the creatures that once roamed the area and checking out tools used by ancient man. Snooty, the oldest living manatee in the world born in captivity, calls the museum his home. Make sure you take in a show at the adjacent Bishop Planetarium, which recently installed a state-of-the-art projector, found in only two other places in the world (Germany and the Queen Mary II cruise ship) that takes visitors on a journey through the galaxy. Then stop by in the evening for a light show set to music.
Bradenton is a growing city, increasingly cosmopolitan in character, while retaining its small-town charm. The city is home to the Village of the Arts, a growing neighborhood of cottages just south of downtown that provides homes, studios and galleries for dozens of local artists. At the new antiques district in east Bradenton, shoppers can grab a bite to eat in one of the area's sandwich shops, then browse for antiques. More homes are currently being built along the Manatee River, now called Promenade at Riverfront. This will be the hottest spot in Bradenton with new condominiums, offices, a hotel and other commercial opportunities, and it's also the future home of Manatee Players Riverfront Theater.
Palmetto is situated just north of Bradenton across the Manatee River, and is home to over 13,000 residents. The city is experiencing an extraordinary realization of its spectacular waterfront location with what the New York Times called "From Backwater To Destination." Hundreds of new homes and luxury condos are going up as you read this.
The only one of Florida's 4 most storm protected deep draft marinas on the Gulf coast, Riviera Dunes Marine Resort, provides the sparkling setting for this surge of high quality development. The three towers of "Bel Mare", Manatee County's tallest structures, will provide 186 estate home-like residences, beginning the 4th quarter of this year. Other new residential choices include maintenance-free Club Homes, Town Homes, Laguna Condominiums and splendid Estate Homes on warerfront lots with boat slips at their doors.
Palmetto takes pride in its presentation of one of Florida´s most notable collections of historic buildings, with more than 160 buildings listed on the National Register. One of those buildings is the Carnegie Library, built in 1912, which currently houses a host of historical artifacts. Another credit to the city´s appreciation and dedication to maintaining its rich heritage is the post office that dates back to the 1880s. The county´s only agricultural museum can also be found in Palmetto, along with the County Fairgrounds. Fun and celebration abound when two of the county´s major events are held in Palmetto; the 4th of July Celebration and the 2-day long Tomato Festival. Palmetto continues to grow as new businesses are discovering the small town appeal its residents, from families to retirees, have loved about it for generations.
Anna Maria, Holmes Beach & Bradenton Beach
Bordered by three bodies of water, Anna Maria Island lies just south of Tampa Bay. Touching the Gulf of Mexico on its western shore and Sarasota Bay and Anna Maria Bays on its eastern shore, the island is the northernmost in a string of barrier islands that continue in a southerly direction similar to the Florida Keys. This seven-mile long island is home to three cities; Anna Maria, Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach. The "Old Florida" heritage, preserved by the island´s governmental bodies through the years, affords continuity in the aesthetic beauty of the tropical scenery with only two of the island´s buildings standing more than three stories high.
Anna Maria 
The city of Anna Maria is found along the island´s northernmost shore and some of the finest Island real estate may be found here. It´s original inhabitants were Timucan and Caloosan American Indian tribes, with recorded history dating back five centuries. Homesteaded in the late 1800´s, George Emerson Bean is credited with laying out its street and water systems. The first church on the island was built by the creator of the Fig Newton, George Roser, and still stands and serves the community. The city has approximately 1,800 permanent residents who enjoy the idyllic setting alongside the beachgoers, anglers, and seafood lovers.
Holmes Beach 
began in the 1800's as the 160-acre homestead of Sam and Annie Cobb. Jack Holmes, the city's namesake and original developer, is credited with creating this 600-acre community, nestled in the center of Anna Maria Island at the end of WWII. 5,000 residents take time to relax on the county´s only public beach, wander through the eclectic shops, and dine in its great restaurants. As the island´s largest community, Holmes Beach also offers the greatest assortment of motels, rental condominiums, and marinas.
Bradenton Beach  incorporated in 1953, boasts over 1,500 permanent residents. In 1921, a wooden bridge provided access between Anna Maria Island and the mainland. When replaced by a newer bridge, the western portion of that original bridge was retained to provide great fishing and is now known as the Bradenton Beach Fishing Pier. The community´s quaint seaside inns, charming motels, and shoreline condominiums house vacationers and natives alike as the community offers a selection of waterfront dining opportunities, a 96-acre beach nearby, and a colorfull "downtown" through which to stroll.
Longboat Key  The spectacular barrier island community of Longboat Key is home to nearly 8,000 permanent residents. This 12-mile long island is especially popular with sun and water lovers, and second-home owners who seasonally boost the population to as many as 30,000+ in the "peak season." The quiet beaches of Longboat Key are also appealing to the many resort seekers who visit each year. Well after the legendary landing of Hernando DeSoto in 1539, the debut of homes on this island began in the early 1900s and some of these homes still remain today. Incorporated in 1955, the development of this community became especially active in the 60s and 70s when the first of the key´s condominiums was built.  Superb shopping and dining, full-service luxury resorts and marinas, as well as championship golf and tennis have made Longboat Key one of Manatee County´s most popular destinations.
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