Neighborhood · Palmetto, Florida
Heritage Bay
Quiet Manatee County living with room to breathe
2
Homes for sale
$519,950
Median list price
$273
Avg price / sqft
166
Median days on market
Heritage Bay sits in Palmetto, the Manatee County town where the Manatee River meets a growing web of newer neighborhoods and long-standing local character. It's the kind of place that keeps you close to nearby communities like Artisan Lakes Esplanade and Trevesta, with the Palmetto Historic District a short drive away and downtown Tampa reachable in about 54 minutes when you need the big city. Families here are zoned for Palmetto High School and Palmetto Elementary, and the pace stays residential and unhurried.
For buyers, this is a thin, patient market right now. There are just two active listings with a median list price of $519,950, and homes are taking their time — a median of 165 days on market — so there's room to negotiate rather than rush. The single sale over the past year closed at $633,250, and sellers averaged about 95% of asking, which tells you well-priced homes still trade but buyers hold real leverage. If Heritage Bay is quiet, browse the broader pool of Palmetto homes for sale to compare.
Heritage Bay is a community in Palmetto, Florida.
Quick facts
$450,000 – $590K price range
1,897 sqft median home
$251/mo median HOA
1 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Heritage Bay
$450,000
4319 15TH WAY, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,825 sqft
$589,900
1408 43RD AVENUE DRIVE W, PALMETTO
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,968 sqft
Every active listing inside the Heritage Bay boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Heritage Bay market
1
Sold, last 12 months
$633,250
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
82 days
Median time to sell
Heritage Bay vs Palmetto
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Heritage Bay boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Heritage Bay is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Heritage Bay home
≈ $3,704/mo
$519,950 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$251/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
88
Median age
66
Median income
$55,729
Median home value
$250,900
Beyond the listings
Living in Heritage Bay
Culture
Top 5% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 8% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 11% in the U.S.Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Active
Top 20% in the U.S.Outdoor Adventures
Appreciating the outdoors, this population wants to actively engage with nature. Whether it's finding a new hiking trail or looking for the perfect spot to catch the sunset, they seek to explore the world around them.
Beliefs
Top 24% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 24% in the U.S.Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Straight answers
Heritage Bay FAQs
Is Heritage Bay a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, residential Palmetto neighborhood zoned for Palmetto High School and Palmetto Elementary, which suits families and buyers who want calm over commotion. You're close to newer communities like Trevesta and within about 54 minutes of downtown Tampa when you want more to do.
Is Heritage Bay expensive?+
It sits in a mid-range bracket for the area, with a median list price of $519,950 and active listings running from $450,000 to $589,900. At roughly $273 per square foot on a median home of about 1,897 square feet, pricing is reasonable for a Palmetto community with an HOA.
What do homes cost in Heritage Bay?+
Current listings are priced from $450,000 to $589,900 with a median of $519,950. The one home to sell in the past year closed at $633,250, and sellers averaged about 95% of their asking price, so realistic offers on well-priced homes tend to land.
How is the market right now?+
It's a slow, low-inventory market with just two active listings and a median 165 days on market. That patience favors buyers who can take their time, and it's worth comparing against the wider list of Palmetto homes for sale to see the full picture.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here is $251 per month, covering shared community upkeep. Property taxes run around $6,035 a year at current values, so factor both into your monthly budget alongside the mortgage.
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