Rye Crossing vs Solera at Lakewood Ranch
Two Manatee communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-02.
| Metric | Rye Crossing | Solera at Lakewood Ranch |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $314K | $481K |
| Price per sq ft | $199 | $177 |
| Avg days on market | 68 days | 74 days |
| Months of supply | 2.8 mo | 1.8 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 87 | 67 |
The verdict
Solera at Lakewood Ranch carries the higher median price — about 53% above Rye Crossing. Homes in Rye Crossing sell faster (68 days on market vs 74). Solera at Lakewood Ranch is the tighter market on inventory (1.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Rye Crossing | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Manatee County, FL | Manatee County, FL |
| City / area | Parrish | Bradenton |
| ZIP | 34208, 34212, 34219 | 34202, 34211 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | not enough parcels sampled | all 12 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Rye Crossing | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 20 | 10 |
| Under contract | 8 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $294K to $487K | $415K to $599K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 18 | 1 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Rye Crossing homes for sale · Solera at Lakewood Ranch homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Rye Crossing | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 105 | 586 |
| Built | 2023–2024 (median 2024) | 2021–2024 (median 2022) |
| Typical living area | 1,827 sq ft | 2,537 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 30% | 48% |
| Vacant lots | 103 | 97 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Rye Crossing median | Solera at Lakewood Ranch median |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $430K (29 sales) | $507K (133 sales) |
| 2025 | $390K (58 sales) | $490K (79 sales) |
| 2026 | $375K (73 sales) | $470K (55 sales) |
Since 2024, Rye Crossing's median sale price is -13% and Solera at Lakewood Ranch's is -7% — Solera at Lakewood Ranch has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Rye Crossing | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.5% | 96.2% |
| New-construction share of sales | 100% | 98% |
| Typical sold home | 2,020 sq ft | 2,605 sq ft |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Rye Crossing | Solera at Lakewood Ranch | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Gene Witt Elementary | Gullett Elementary |
| Middle | Buffalo Creek Middle | Dr Mona Jain Middle |
| High school | Parrish Community High | Lakewood Ranch High |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Rye Crossing is the lower entry point (median $314K vs $481K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Rye Crossing; Solera at Lakewood Ranch trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Rye Crossing (68 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Solera at Lakewood Ranch more expensive than Rye Crossing?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Solera at Lakewood Ranch is $481,000 versus $314,000 in Rye Crossing, about 53% higher.
Which has newer homes, Rye Crossing or Solera at Lakewood Ranch?
Rye Crossing: its homes were built 2023–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 2022 in Solera at Lakewood Ranch (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Solera at Lakewood Ranch. The typical home there is 2,537 sq ft of living area, versus 1,827 sq ft in Rye Crossing.
Which has appreciated more, Rye Crossing or Solera at Lakewood Ranch?
From 2024 to 2026 the median sale price rose -13% in Rye Crossing and -7% in Solera at Lakewood Ranch (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
What high schools serve Rye Crossing and Solera at Lakewood Ranch?
Listings in Rye Crossing most often report Parrish Community High; listings in Solera at Lakewood Ranch report Lakewood Ranch High. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Rye Crossing homes, photos & schools · Solera at Lakewood Ranch homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.