Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch Area Homes under $500,000

Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch Area Homes under $500,000

Welcome to the enchanting Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch area, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Florida’s Manatee County. This vibrant region is renowned for its lush landscapes, picturesque waterways, and a warm, inviting community atmosphere that captivates residents and visitors alike. With its proximity to the stunning Gulf Coast beaches and a wealth of recreational activities, Lakewood Ranch offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure.

One of the most appealing aspects of this area is its diverse real estate market, particularly for those seeking homes under $500,000. Here, you can find a delightful selection of properties that cater to a variety of lifestyles. From charming single-family homes to modern townhouses, the options are plentiful and designed to accommodate both first-time buyers and those looking to downsize. Each home showcases the quintessential Florida lifestyle, often featuring spacious layouts, beautiful outdoor areas, and access to community amenities like pools, parks, and walking trails.

Living in Lakewood Ranch means more than just finding a home; it’s about embracing a lifestyle filled with community events, farmers' markets, and a rich cultural scene. With top-rated schools, convenient shopping, and dining options just around the corner, this area is perfect for families, retirees, and everyone in between.

If you’re ready to explore affordable housing options in the Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch area, you’ll discover that your dream home is not only within reach but also set against the backdrop of Florida’s stunning natural beauty. Come experience the charm and warmth of this exceptional community!

Newest Bradenton/Lakewood Ranch Area Homes under $500,000

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$450,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Rosedale SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Light, bright and perfectly positioned in Rosedale, this home puts the best of the community right outside your door—with the clubhouse literally across the street and the 1st tee of the golf course as your backyard view. Inside, high ceilings, a wall of windows and multiple oversized sliders from the kitchen, dining and living areas fill the home with natural light and create an easy connection to the outdoors. The split floor plan offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and a separate den, with the primary suite privately positioned at the back of the home and the guest bedroom and bath toward the front. At the heart of the home, the spacious kitchen opens to the main living areas and offers plenty of cabinet and counter space, a breakfast bar and room for a separate casual dining area. A newer refrigerator and range (2022), along with a 2026 microwave and disposal, round out the space. Wood-look tile extends throughout the living room, dining room and den, with newer carpet in both bedrooms, and the HVAC was replaced in 2024. Outdoor living is a standout here. The oversized screened lanai provides plenty of room for dining, entertaining or simply relaxing while enjoying the golf course view, while a separate side courtyard gives you another inviting outdoor space surrounded by mature landscaping. The extended garage provides additional space for a golf cart or extra storage, and the garage door opener was replaced in 2024. This maintenance-free section of Rosedale offers the flexibility of optional Golf & Country Club membership and no CDD fee. The HOA includes landscape maintenance, roof cleaning and exterior painting, while the master association provides 24-hour manned gates, basic cable and internet, and care of the community’s common areas, roads and sidewalks. Club members can enjoy the 18-hole championship golf course designed by Ted McAnlis, lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, a junior Olympic-size pool, wellness center, and clubhouse with dining, a lounge and bistro patio. Tucked away behind the gates yet close to Lakewood Ranch, I-75, Bradenton and Sarasota, this is an easy place to enjoy the Florida lifestyle.

8702 52nd Drive E, Bradenton
15909 Clear Skies Place, Bradenton
$369,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lorraine Lakes SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Beautiful double lake views set the scene for this upgraded 3-bedroom, 2-bath villa in the guard-gated community of Lorraine Lakes. Situated on a standout homesite, 15909 Clear Skies Place combines inviting indoor spaces, an extended lanai, and an attached 2-car garage with the resort-style lifestyle Lakewood Ranch is known for. Inside, tile flooring throughout and plantation shutters complement the open layout. The kitchen features white cabinetry, upgraded quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range, with an easy connection to the main living area for everyday living and entertaining. Sliding glass doors lead to the extended lanai, where expansive water views and visiting wildlife provide a peaceful backdrop for morning coffee or a relaxing evening outdoors. Beyond your front door, Lorraine Lakes offers an impressive collection of amenities and a lifestyle director coordinating a calendar of events. Spend the day at the resort-style pool, swim laps in the lap pool, or enjoy the splash pad. The clubhouse features a fitness center, separate cardio room, men’s and women’s saunas, an indoor basketball court, and a game room. Meet up for a meal at the community restaurant and bar with indoor and outdoor seating, or enjoy tennis, pickleball, the putting green, and an outdoor basketball court. Conveniently located near Premier Sports Campus, shopping, and restaurants, the community is also near the future Rangeland High School, scheduled to open in August 2027. With thoughtful upgrades, exceptional double lake views, and so much to enjoy close to home, this villa is an opportunity to experience the Florida lifestyle in Lorraine Lakes. Schedule your private showing today.

15909 Clear Skies Place, Bradenton
16706 Vardon Terrace Unit 205, Lakewood Ranch
$269,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lakewood National SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Picture yourself coming home to sweeping water, golf and preserve views in this beautifully upgraded, coastal-inspired retreat, offered fully furnished so you can simply unpack and start living the Lakewood National lifestyle. Designer touches are everywhere, from custom-painted cabinetry and custom wall trim to a soothing, thoughtfully chosen color palette and new light fixtures and ceiling fan in the great room. The charming eat-in kitchen, complete with a coffee bar station and breakfast nook, sets the stage for relaxed mornings, while the private lanai invites you to linger over a glass of wine as the sky lights up with stunning sunsets. Elevator access, one assigned covered parking space steps from the entrance and a generous storage area make everyday living easy, whether this is your full-time home or your seasonal escape. Lakewood National offers gated, maintenance-free living and a true country club lifestyle with a full-time lifestyle director and an active social calendar. Amenities include the award-winning Commander and Piper courses by the Arnold Palmer Design Company, a zero-entry heated resort pool with cascading waterfall and lap lanes, six satellite pools including one right next to this building, tiki bar and café, fitness center with group classes, full-service spa, eight lighted Har-Tru tennis courts, pickleball, bocce, and a 28,000 sq ft clubhouse with patio, private and fine dining, event space, locker rooms, lounges and a lively bar. The Commander hosts the Korn Ferry Tour's LECOM Suncoast Classic through 2030 and earned the 2025 Host Facility of the Year award. Lakewood Ranch, the nation's top-selling multi-generational master-planned community, spans 50 square miles of dining, shopping, arts, nature and recreation, with A-rated schools and easy access to I-75, Sarasota, Bradenton, Tampa and world-class Gulf beaches. Click the tour links to watch the 4K fly-through video!

16706 Vardon Terrace Unit 205, Lakewood Ranch
4737 Tortona Court, Bradenton
$450,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Esplanade SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Beautifully maintained and move-in ready, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath Ibis floor plan villa with no carpet and a like-new feel throughout. Kept in mint condition, this home is easy to move into and offers a clean, polished interior with thoughtful upgrades already in place. The kitchen features a large stainless farmhouse sink, GE Cafe Series appliances, quartz countertops, upgraded soft-close cabinetry, large pull-out drawers, a 6-burner gas stove, an upgraded closet pantry, and a glass tile backsplash. Interior upgrades include electric shades, tray ceilings, 8-foot doors, upgraded lighting, upgraded bathroom mirrors, comfort-height toilets, large plank ceramic tile throughout the home, upgraded bedroom closets, a custom walk-in closet, and an upgraded custom laundry room with a folding counter and plenty of cabinet storage. Exterior upgrades include an extended, pavered, and screened-in lanai, an upgraded front glass door with side light, epoxy flooring in the garage, gutters, and a tankless gas water heater. Located in the illustrious Esplanade at Azario of Lakewood Ranch, this property offers the ultimate in privacy and exclusivity, yet you don’t need to leave the gates in order to enjoy a culinary dining experience, casual poolside drinks, or any of the numerous social and active amenities Azario has to offer. Esplanade at Azario is a gated community centered around resort-style amenities, golf, wellness programs and concierge services. *** COMMUNITY FEATURES: 18-Hole Championship Golf Course (not deeded to property, but memberships are available through the Pro Shop), Pro Shop & Bunker Bar, Aqua Driving Range, Full-Time Activities Director, Resort-Style Pool & Poolside Bahama Bar, Spa/Wellness Center, Culinary Center w/ Teaching Kitchen, Barrel House Bistro, Olive & Vine Pizza Kitchen, State-of-the-Art Fitness Center, Sports Courts, Clubhouse, 16 Pickleball Courts, 6 Har-Tru Tennis, Bocce Ball, Flex Space for Gaming, Meetings & Activity Center, Walking Trails, Dog Park, Community Garden & Fire Pit.

4737 Tortona Court, Bradenton
3343 Hilltop Circle, Lakewood Ranch
$499,888
5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Star Farms SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Why settle for basic when you can have space, upgrades and a resort lifestyle all in one? This 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in Star Farms at Lakewood Ranch offers flexible living, thoughtful improvements and access to some of the community’s most desirable amenities. Inside you’ll discover crown molding throughout, an upgraded kitchen, sealed countertops and tile grout professionally color-matched to the flooring with a permanent sealant. The home also features an H2O Heroes whole-house water purification system plus reverse osmosis in the kitchen, a standout wellness-focused upgrade. The staircase was enhanced by removing the original half-wall and adding a banister, creating a more open feel. Additional updates include glass shower doors in the primary and downstairs baths, a framed mirror in the upstairs secondary bath and upgraded shower jets in two upstairs showers. Two palm trees have also been added to enhance the front landscaping and Florida curb appeal. With five bedrooms and three full baths the layout offers flexibility for guests, multigenerational living, a home office, recovery room, fitness room or additional living space. Beyond the home, Star Farms delivers a true lifestyle experience with a resort-style pools and spa, cabanas, Palm Bar, Trade Route Coffee Kitchen, StarFit Wellness Complex, pet park, trails, green spaces and recreation. More space. More upgrades. More lifestyle. This is Star Farms living. Schedule your showing today!

3343 Hilltop Circle, Lakewood Ranch
12207 Trailhead Drive, Bradenton
$310,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ Harmony At Lakewood Ranch Ph I SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Welcome to your move-in-ready dream townhome in Harmony at Lakewood Ranch—voted the No. 1 multigenerational planned community in the U.S.! This stylish 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a one-car garage pairs modern updates with an incredible pond, preserve, and walking-trail view. From the moment you walk through the door, the expansive sliding glass doors draw you straight to the view. Step outside to the screened-in lanai and settle into your favorite spot for morning coffee, evening drinks, or simply watching birds, fish, deer, and other local wildlife pass by. This is Florida living at its best. The open-concept kitchen is designed for everyday living and entertaining, featuring abundant cabinetry, a large island, walk-in pantry, updated backsplash (2020), and newer refrigerator (2022). The dining area gets a stylish upgrade with a custom accent wall completed in 2023. Modern lighting, ceiling fans, and dimmer switches add a sleek, contemporary vibe throughout the first floor, while a spacious half bath completes the main level. Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, two full baths, and brand-new carpet. The primary suite is your private retreat with a walk-in closet, soaking tub, and beautifully remodeled shower (2025). Updated lighting, fan fixtures, and dimmer switches continue throughout the second floor, and the conveniently located laundry area makes daily life effortless. Recent updates include: • New AC installed in 2025 with ultraviolet light for improved air quality • New water heater installed September 2026 • Community roofs replaced in 2023 • Widened paver driveway with room for a second car • Custom landscaping • Updated lighting and fixtures throughout And then there’s the Harmony lifestyle: resort-style amenities including a beach-entry pool, marked swimming lanes, clubhouse, outdoor grilling area, and on-site gym. You’re also close to shopping, banking, restaurants, and everything Lakewood Ranch has to offer. Whether you’re looking for a full-time home, seasonal escape, (you know the snow is coming!) or your own Florida staycation, this one checks all the boxes. Stylish, updated, easy to love, and ready for you—this is the one you’ll want to see before it’s gone!

12207 Trailhead Drive, Bradenton
3723 Azurite Way, Bradenton
$450,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Indigo SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Gorgeous corner-lot Single Family Home featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in the gated community of Indigo at Lakewood Ranch. An excellent option for first-time buyers or those looking to downsize. The bright, open floor plan is thoughtfully designed for everyday living and entertaining, with natural light filling the main living areas. The open-concept kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring a ducted range hood venting to the exterior and gas appliances (range, washer, dryer, and water heater). The primary suite offers an en-suite bath and two generous walk-in closets. Enjoy outdoor living with a private screened lanai featuring a built-in gas grill. The garage is equipped with a split A/C system and full insulation, ideal for a workshop, gym, or temperature-controlled storage. Located in desirable Flood Zone X and equipped with Smart Home technology for convenience and peace of mind. Enjoy resort-style amenities, including a clubhouse, pool, oasis pool, fitness center, and tennis courts. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major roadways.

3723 Azurite Way, Bradenton
2606 Avolet Court, Bradenton
$414,990
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Arbor Grande SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Enjoy waterfront living in this beautifully maintained, maintenance-free villa in Arbor Grande in Lakewood Ranch, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an oversized screened lanai overlooking a peaceful water view. This tranquil setting is a true haven for nature lovers, offering frequent sightings of local birds and wildlife right from your backyard. The kitchen is appointed with 42-inch cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and a cozy breakfast nook. The spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet, a granite-topped vanity, and a glass-enclosed walk-in shower. Additional features include crown molding, a tankless water heater, paver drive and lanai areas, and a mini-split A/C system in the garage for ultimate comfort. As a pet-friendly community that welcomes large dogs (50+ lbs are allowed), Arbor Grande offers an exceptional active lifestyle. In addition to neighborhood amenities, residents have access to a resort-style pool and clubhouse, as well as the community's fitness center, walking trails, volleyball and bocce ball courts. Best of all, the neighborhood sits adjacent to Bob Gardner Park, featuring playgrounds, sports fields, a disc golf course, and a dedicated dog park complete with a small swimming pond for dogs. Conveniently located near Lakewood Ranch Main Street and Waterside for shopping, dining, and regular community events, this home offers the best of Florida recreation and entertainment!

2606 Avolet Court, Bradenton
2505 Avolet Court, Bradenton
$449,999
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lakewood Ranch SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
ENJOY EFFORTLESS VILLA LIVING @ ARBOR GRANDE LAKEWOOD RANCH! This beautifully appointed 2-bedroom, 2-bath villa with an oversized den and separate dining room offers a bright, open floor plan designed for comfortable living and easy entertaining. The spacious den provides flexibility for a home office or additional guest space, while the airy kitchen features a newly added glass tile backsplash and the convenience of NATURAL GAS. Just steps away, the villa residents’ private resort-style POOL and SPA, PICKLEBALL courts, and DOG PARK make relaxation and recreation part of everyday life. This gated enclave of 122 villas showcases distinctive architectural details, tile roofs, and paver driveways, with lawn care and exterior maintenance included for a carefree lifestyle. Residents also enjoy a FITNESS CENTER, CLUBHOUSE, SAND VOLLEYBALL, BOCCE BALL, onsite management, and an active social calendar. Three private community gates provide access to BOB GARDNER PARK, featuring scenic walking trails, a playground, soccer field, and disc golf course. Ideally situated near Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Waterside Place, University Town Center, and golf and sporting venues, Arbor Grande offers convenient access to I-75 and the Gulf Coast’s celebrated beaches. Discover the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and resort-style living.

2505 Avolet Court, Bradenton
15324 Sunny Day Drive, Bradenton
$399,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Lorraine Lakes SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
GREAT VALUE! Over 45K in upgrades! If you have been looking for a villa stands out from the ordinary, look no further. This well appointed TWO bedroom WITH DEN home has been modified so you don't have to! Some of the extras include luxury vinyl flooring throughout, extended lanai with PICTURE WINDOW screen, an 85-inch television with Sonos surround and electric fireplace, and a hot tub on the lanai that will convey. Elevated outdoor living that also includes a retractable awning. Kitchen appliances have been replaced with upgraded GE appliances and this unit also includes high end fixtures, not your builder grade choices. Welcome Home to RESORT STYLE LIVING at Lorraine Lakes, located in the sought after community of Lakewood Ranch. Incredible value in amenity rich Lorraine Lakes, a contemporary and popular village in Lakewood Ranch, offering a gated, master planned community where residents enjoy a clubhouse with three pools, a full service restaurant, game room, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, volleyball and a lifestyle director. Take your golf cart over to the clubhouse, enjoy a meal at the onsite restaurant or take a swim in one of the several pools, enjoy a game of pickleball, or go offsite just a short drive to Lakewood Ranch Main Street or Waterside entertainment district. Conveniently situated close to the University Town Center Mall, world class beaches, and SRQ airport. Leave the maintenance behind and move on to resort style living at Lorraine Lakes! Book your appointment today!

15324 Sunny Day Drive, Bradenton
19140 Scallop Loop Unit 302, Lakewood Ranch
$315,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Calusa Country Club SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Furnished and Like New — Bundled Golf Included Lennar Birkdale | Terrace I, Calusa Country Club | Lakewood Ranch Wake up with a view of the fairways. This like-new, fully furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath Birkdale sits on the third floor of an elevator building at Calusa Country Club, with expansive lake and golf-course views from a privately screened balcony. The heated living area is 1,154 square feet of maintenance-free living, and golf is already bundled. Play on the Gordon Lewis courses and pay only for cart fees. Calusa is built around golf. Owners have access to an 18-hole championship layout and a 12-hole short course, both designed by Gordon Lewis, plus an aqua driving range and a putting green. A 24-hour guard gate is also available at the entrance to this private country club community. After the round, the clubhouse, on-site restaurant and bar, resort-style pool, spa, fitness center, sauna, tennis, and pickleball are steps away. Inside, this open-plan layout is “move-in ready”. Easy-care tile runs through the main living areas; bedrooms are carpeted. The chef’s kitchen has stone countertops, stainless appliances, and a breakfast bar. Hurricane-impact windows, a smart-entry lock, a Ring doorbell, an in-unit washer and dryer, and an association-paid security system are already in place. A covered carport and a private 6' × 10' storage room complete the package. High-speed Internet, cable TV, water, sewer, trash, and exterior maintenance are included. The owners used it as a vacation home for only a few weeks, so the residence is like new, with furniture and décor included and ready for immediate move-in. It works equally well as a full-time home, a seasonal golf retreat, or an investment. Not included are the lanai chairs; the computer, desk, and related electronic equipment; and all personal items in the closets and storage unit.

19140 Scallop Loop Unit 302, Lakewood Ranch
13119 Prima Drive, Bradenton
$499,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ Esplanade SubDv. ⋅ 34211 Zip Code
Waterfront in Esplanade Golf & Country Club for under $500K. No other home on the water in this community is listed within $300,000 of this price. This lakefront Roma model adds an extended paver lanai, Flood Zone X, and no golf deed. Golf is pay-to-play, so you get the full resort lifestyle without mandatory golf dues. Taylor Morrison built this 2-bedroom PLUS private study/flex space, 2-bath home in 2014, and it has been meticulously maintained: a new Trane A/C (2025), new water heater (2023), exterior paint (2021), plantation shutters throughout, fresh interior paint, and tile floors cleaned, regrouted, and sealed. The lake is the view from the great room and the primary suite. Sliders open to an extended screened lanai with pavers and new lighting, looking straight across the water. Remote-controlled storm shades and accordion shutters make hurricane prep a matter of minutes. The kitchen features 42-inch maple cabinets with crown molding, pull-out shelves, under-cabinet lighting, granite counters, stainless appliances including a gas range, and a breakfast bar. The primary suite offers a bay window on the water, plantation shutters, an Elfa custom walk-in closet, dual vanities, a walk-in shower, and a private water closet. The guest room has its own Elfa closet. Behind French doors, the private study/den features a small corner of built-in shelving and offers flexible space for a home office, or it can easily convert to a third bedroom with the addition of a Murphy bed. A laundry room with sink and cabinets, gutters, and a 2-car garage with overhead storage complete the home. Lawn care is covered by the HOA, and furnishings are available separately. Esplanade includes an 18-hole championship course, resort pools, two fitness centers, pickleball, tennis, bocce, a spa and salon, dog parks, a lifestyle director, and dining at the Barrel House and Bahama Bar. You're minutes from Lakewood Ranch Main Street, Waterside, UTC, I-75, and SRQ, with Gulf beaches a short drive away.

13119 Prima Drive, Bradenton
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