Bradford Manor Townhomes

Townhome community · Sarasota County · ZIP 34234

A gated, maintenance-included townhome community in North Sarasota off Myrtle Street, central to downtown, UTC, and the airport.

Gated and maintenance includedNorth Sarasota locationAttached two-story townhomes

Live Market Pulse

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Momentum

Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

Bradford Manor is an attached townhome community with an HOA, so the read centers on the association, the building and roof, and the specific unit, not on a private single-family lot. Confirm the budget, what the fee covers, and any assessment posture before you offer.

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Jon's Current Read

"Bradford Manor Townhomes is a gated, attached-townhome community, so the read is different from a single-family street: you are buying a two-story townhome inside an HOA, and the building envelope, the roof, the association budget, and what the fee covers drive the number as much as the unit finishes. The community was started by Taylor Morrison around 2009, with newer townhomes later added by Highland Homes (community and builder guides, 2026), so building age varies by phase and the HOA reserve and assessment posture matter. The maintenance-included structure, covering exterior and grounds among other lines, is the draw for many buyers. Your leverage here is reading the HOA documents and the specific unit honestly, then pricing condition against true comps inside the community."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Bradford Manor Townhomes is a gated, maintenance-included townhome community in North Sarasota, off Myrtle Street along the western edge of the Rolling Green Golf Course, in ZIP 34234 (community and builder guides, 2026). The homes are attached, two-story townhomes, and the community sits within a short drive of downtown Sarasota, University Town Center, Benderson Park, and the airport.

The community was started by Taylor Morrison around 2009, and newer townhomes were later added in the community by Florida builder Highland Homes, so this is a townhome buy with building age that varies by phase. An HOA owns and maintains the buildings and grounds, while owners hold the interior of their townhome, which is the point for many buyers since exterior upkeep, landscaping, and common areas are handled.

Because it is an attached townhome community with an HOA, the read is about the association and the building, not a private lot. The HOA budget, what the fee covers, the roof and exterior maintenance schedule, and any pending assessments matter more than curb appeal. Confirm the HOA documents and the specific unit before you fall for a price.

The pitch is location plus low-maintenance living: a gated community central to downtown Sarasota, the UTC and University Parkway corridor, Benderson Park, and the airport, with the Gulf beaches a manageable drive west. The work is reading the HOA math and the building condition honestly, then matching the townhome to real comps inside the community.

Quick Match

Who Bradford Manor is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want gated, maintenance-included townhome living in North Sarasota
Lock-and-leave owners who value handled exterior upkeep and landscaping
Buyers comfortable reading an HOA budget and what the fee covers
Buyers who want a central location near downtown, UTC, and the airport

Probably not for

Buyers who want a private single-family lot and full exterior control
Anyone unwilling to review HOA documents, reserves, and assessment history
Buyers who want a large amenity-dense master plan with golf
Buyers who need uniform building age across the community

Market Pulse

How Bradford Manor is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 30, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Bradford Manor listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Admirals Walk or Sarasota. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Bradford Manor Townhomes buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Bradford Manor on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The Club & Membership

15-Second Take

Gated entrance with controlled access
Community pool and spa
Cabana for residents
Dog park on site
Confirm current amenities with the HOA

Bradford Manor Townhomes is a gated, maintenance-included townhome community rather than a single-residential neighborhood, so the lifestyle centers on low-maintenance townhome living with handled exterior upkeep and landscaping. Community guides describe amenities including a pool, spa, and cabana, along with a dog park, behind the gated entrance. The defining read is the HOA, the building condition, and the specific townhome, so confirm the budget, reserves, fee coverage, and amenities with the association before you buy.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

Bradford Manor trades a private lot for a central, gated North Sarasota location, with the airport, downtown, UTC, and the Gulf beaches all within a manageable drive.

Drive times from Bradford Manor. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact unit and departure time.

US 41 / Tamiami Trail~3 to 5 min · main north-south corridor

Downtown Sarasota~10 to 15 min · via US 41 south

University Town Center (UTC)~15 to 20 min · via US 41 or I-75

Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport~10 min · just north

Nathan Benderson Park~15 min · rowing and recreation

Lido Key and Gulf beaches~20 to 25 min · west via the bridges

Sarasota Memorial Hospital~15 to 20 min · main campus on US 41

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact unit. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

Bradford Manor (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Sarasota County Public Schools
Verify the zoned schools by address
Magnet and choice options may be available
Confirm current ratings before relying on them
Private and parochial options nearby

Bradford Manor is served by Sarasota County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

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Sarasota County Public Schools (verify by address)

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Magnet and choice options may apply

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Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Bradford Manor address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Bradford Manor: the central North Sarasota location near the UTC and University Parkway corridor and downtown, Sarasota County school standing, and the building and reserve dynamics that govern any townhome HOA. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Bradford Manor Townhomes

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Bradford Manor, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe central location and continued Sarasota investment support steady demand, with the watch item being how HOA reserves and building maintenance affect carrying cost across the community.

Central North Sarasota location near UTC and downtown

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Proximity to downtown Sarasota, University Town Center, Benderson Park, and the airport underpins the location appeal that drives demand.

The Bay Park bayfront build-out advances downtown

2025

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Area

Continued investment in the downtown Sarasota bayfront park strengthens the regional draw within a short drive of the community.

Townhomes span multiple build phases

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Building age varies from the Taylor Morrison start around 2009 to newer Highland Homes construction, so roof age and condition must be read per building.

Maintenance-included HOA raises the budget question

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Because the fee covers exterior and grounds upkeep and amenities, the HOA budget, reserves, and any assessments are essential diligence.

Gated, maintenance-included format draws lock-and-leave owners

Ongoing

BullishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Handled exterior upkeep and a gated entrance suit seasonal and low-maintenance owners, supporting a steady buyer pool.

Sarasota County schools hold an A district rating

2025

BullishMinor impact

SignificanceRadius: County

Sarasota County Schools earned an A district grade in 2025, a supportive backdrop, though assignment is by address and can change.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Bradford Manor Townhomes, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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July 2025
Schools
Sarasota County Schools earns an A district grade for 2024-25
Sarasota County Schools earned an overall A rating from the Florida Department of Education for the 2024-25 year, continuing a long run of top district grades across the county that serve North Sarasota attendance areas. Why it matters: A strong district backdrop supports the area appeal, though school assignment is by address and can change. Source
October 2025
Development
The Bay Park advances toward Phase 3 in downtown Sarasota
The downtown Sarasota bayfront park, The Bay, advanced its phased build-out, marking the three-year anniversary of the Phase 1 opening and moving ahead with later phases of the multi-year, multi-acre waterfront project. Why it matters: Continued bayfront investment strengthens the downtown draw within a short drive of North Sarasota communities. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The Bradford Manor buying strategy.

If we were buying in Bradford Manor, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Read the HOA budget and what the fee covers first. In a maintenance-included townhome community, the association math and coverage drive carrying cost and risk more than the unit finishes.

Check the building and roof history by phase. Townhomes here date from the Taylor Morrison start around 2009 plus newer Highland Homes construction, so confirm the roof age and exterior maintenance schedule for the specific building.

Ask about reserves and special assessments. Verify the reserve posture and any assessment history or planned work for the specific building before you offer.

Verify the unit, the lease rules, and parking. Floor plan, condition, and any minimum lease term vary, so match the exact townhome to real comps and confirm the rules with the HOA.

Use the central location, and cross-shop a maintenance-free Sarasota peer such as Admirals Walk if a gated villa format fits better than a townhome.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

An updated townhome with a healthy HOA budget and clear coverage

Biggest Risk

Underreading the HOA reserves, roof age, or a pending assessment

Best Lot

An end unit or a townhome backing a buffer rather than the interior drive

Smart Timing

Confirm the HOA documents and reserves before you offer

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Bradford Manor Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Bradford Manor.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Bradford Manor today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Entry Townhome

A standard interior townhome needing cosmetic updates, the affordable way into the community. Read the HOA budget and the building first.

Lowest entry

The Updated Townhome

A renovated townhome, often an end unit or a newer Highland Homes build, the heart of the resale market inside the community.

Most inventory

The Top Unit

The most updated townhomes with the best position and a healthy HOA budget, the units that hold value best here.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Entry Townhome

A standard interior townhome needing cosmetic updates, the affordable way into the community. Read the HOA budget and the building first.

The Updated Townhome

A renovated townhome, often an end unit or a newer Highland Homes build, the heart of the resale market inside the community.

The Top Unit

The most updated townhomes with the best position and a healthy HOA budget, the units that hold value best here.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Bradford Manor, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Golf and lake lots resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Bradford Manor is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On golf, lake, and preserve frontage, the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Bradford Manor holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Location within North SarasotaStrong

Gated and maintenance includedPositive

HOA budget and reservesConfirm per association

Building and roof conditionVerify per building

Townhome position and conditionVerify per unit

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Bradford Manor

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Ignoring the optional club cost
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots carry real, durable premiums. Pay an estate price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Ignoring the club decision

The club is optional and separate, so two similar homes can cost very differently to own. Buyers who do not price the membership they will actually use misread their real monthly number.

Skipping the systems check

A 1990s home means 1990s-era systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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Bradford Manor is a gated townhome community, not a single-family street. The deal is won or lost on the HOA budget, the building condition, and the specific townhome.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

6.9B · Buy Score

Resale Strength6.8/10

Renovation Risk5.5/10

Location Efficiency7.6/10

Long-Term Defensibility6.4/10

Carrying Cost Advantage6.8/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Bradford Manor is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

This is a townhome, the building and position drive value
End units and buffer-backed townhomes hold value better
Interior-drive units trade below better-positioned ones
Read the HOA budget before the finishes
Confirm roof age and exterior maintenance by building

In a townhome community like Bradford Manor, the part of your money the market protects is the position, the building, and the HOA, not a private lot. End units and townhomes backing a buffer hold value better than interior-drive units, and the HOA budget and reserve posture matter as much as the townhome itself. The interior can be renovated; the building age, the position, and the HOA cannot. Read the HOA documents and the building first, then price the unit condition against true comps inside the community.

The 15-Second Verdict

Bradford Manor in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want gated, maintenance-included townhome living central to North Sarasota.

Biggest advantageLow-maintenance living and a central location near downtown, UTC, and the airport.

Biggest riskHOA reserves, roof age, and assessments across townhomes of varying build phase.

Sweet spotAn updated townhome with clear fee coverage and a healthy HOA budget, priced to comps.

Avoid ifYou want a private single-family lot or a large amenity-dense master plan.

HOA, Fees & Coverage

15-Second Take

This is a maintenance-included townhome HOA, confirm the fee per unit
Read the HOA budget and reserves closely
Ask about roof age and exterior maintenance by building
Verify any special assessment history or planned work
Confirm what the fee covers versus owner responsibility

Bradford Manor is a maintenance-included townhome community, so ownership carries a monthly HOA fee that funds exterior and grounds maintenance and the community amenities, among other lines. Because the coverage and reserves matter, confirm the current budget, what the fee covers, and the exact monthly figure for the specific unit.

Listing records for the community describe the HOA fee covering items such as exterior and grounds maintenance, the community pool and spa, insurance, pest control, the private road, and cable and internet, with coverage that should be confirmed per the current documents (Stellar MLS listing records, 2026). Read what is covered versus owner responsibility for the specific townhome.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Bradford Manor buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxSarasota County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Bradford Manor.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Bradford Manor

Price it to the HOA, the building, and the unit, not a community average.

Selling in Bradford Manor means pricing to the specific townhome, its condition, and the HOA standing, not to a single community average that mixes build phases. The roof age, the fee coverage, and the updates are what set your number.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Bradford Manor, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Admirals Walk, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Bradford Manor Townhomes year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Sarasota County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,609/mo

Sarasota County typical true cost to own

$110/mo

Sarasota County typical home insurance

No CDD

No community development district bond

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Sarasota County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Bradford Manor Townhomes Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Bradford Manor Townhomes is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,019,500, and homes go under contract in about 58 days.

1.8

Months supply

$1,019,500

Median list

$847,500

Median sold

$313

Per sqft

Days on mkt

6/8/41

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bradford Manor Townhomes, Florida?

Bradford Manor is a gated townhome community in North Sarasota, Sarasota County, off Myrtle Street along the western edge of the Rolling Green Golf Course, in ZIP 34234.

Is Bradford Manor a townhome or single-residential community?

It is an attached townhome community. Owners hold their townhome interior while the HOA maintains the buildings, grounds, and common areas, with a maintenance-included structure.

Who built Bradford Manor and when?

Taylor Morrison started the community around 2009, and newer townhomes were later added by Florida builder Highland Homes (community and builder guides, 2026). Building age varies by phase, so confirm it for the specific home.

Is Bradford Manor gated?

Community guides describe Bradford Manor as a gated townhome community with a pool, spa, and cabana among its amenities. Confirm current amenities and access with the HOA.

What are the HOA fees at Bradford Manor?

As a maintenance-included townhome community, it carries a monthly HOA fee that funds exterior and grounds upkeep and amenities, among other lines. The exact figure depends on the unit, so confirm it for any specific townhome.

What does the HOA fee cover?

Listing records describe coverage that can include exterior and grounds maintenance, the pool and spa, insurance, pest control, the private road, and cable and internet (Stellar MLS listing records, 2026). Confirm the current coverage per the HOA documents.

Should I worry about special assessments?

In any townhome HOA, reserves and special assessments matter. Always review the association budget, reserve posture, and assessment history for the building before you buy.

What schools serve Bradford Manor?

The community is generally served by Sarasota County Schools, with listing records citing Emma E. Booker Elementary, Booker Middle, and Booker High. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the zoned schools for the specific unit.

How far is Bradford Manor from downtown Sarasota and the beaches?

Downtown Sarasota is a short drive south, with the Gulf beaches reachable to the west, and drive times that vary by traffic and your exact departure point. Confirm the route for the specific unit.

How is access to I-75 and University Town Center?

The community sits in North Sarasota with access toward US 41, University Parkway, University Town Center, and I-75. Drive times vary by destination and traffic.

Is Bradford Manor a good fit for lock-and-leave living?

The maintenance-included townhome structure, with handled exterior upkeep and a gated entrance, suits owners who want low-maintenance or seasonal living. Confirm any leasing rules with the HOA.

Does Bradford Manor allow rentals?

Townhome associations set their own leasing rules and minimum lease terms, and listing records cite a minimum lease for the community. Review the current rules and any rental limits with the HOA before you buy if leasing matters to you.

Why does pricing vary within Bradford Manor?

Because the floor plan, the build phase, the updates, and the building condition differ townhome to townhome, even within one community. The specific unit and the HOA standing, not the community name, set the price.

Is Bradford Manor a good investment?

Its gated, maintenance-included format and central North Sarasota location support demand, but this is a townhome HOA, so reserves, roof age, and assessments drive the outcome. As with any townhome community, the association math has to be read per building; this is not a guarantee of future value.

Who is the best real estate agent for Bradford Manor Townhomes?

The best agent for Bradford Manor Townhomes is one who actively works Sarasota and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Bradford Manor Townhomes.

How do I find a top Sarasota real estate agent who knows Bradford Manor Townhomes?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Bradford Manor Townhomes and the wider Sarasota area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Bradford Manor Townhomes?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Bradford Manor Townhomes purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Bradford Manor?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want gated, maintenance-included townhome living in North SarasotaExcellent fit

Lock-and-leave or seasonal owners who value handled exterior upkeepExcellent fit

Buyers comfortable reading an HOA budget and what the fee coversExcellent fit

Buyers who want a central location near downtown, UTC, and the airportExcellent fit

Buyers who will verify the building, roof age, and assessment historyExcellent fit

Buyers who want a private single-family lot and full exterior controlProbably not

Anyone unwilling to review HOA documents, reserves, and assessmentsProbably not

Buyers who want a large amenity-dense master plan with golfProbably not

Buyers who need uniform building age across the communityProbably not

Buyers unwilling to budget for HOA fees and possible assessmentsProbably not

Get the inside read on Bradford Manor

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Bradford Manor Townhomes median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty — Median sale price in Bradford Manor Townhomes, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.

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Bradford Manor Townhomes

The 60-Second Overview

Who Bradford Manor is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Bradford Manor is performing right now

Bradford Manor on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Sarasota County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in Bradford Manor Townhomes

Central North Sarasota location near UTC and downtown

The Bay Park bayfront build-out advances downtown

Townhomes span multiple build phases

Maintenance-included HOA raises the budget question

Gated, maintenance-included format draws lock-and-leave owners

Sarasota County schools hold an A district rating

Sarasota County Schools earns an A district grade for 2024-25

The Bay Park advances toward Phase 3 in downtown Sarasota

The Bradford Manor buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Bradford Manor.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Bradford Manor holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Bradford Manor

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Ignoring the club decision

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Bradford Manor is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Bradford Manor in 15 seconds.

HOA, Fees & Coverage

Tools for a Bradford Manor buy.

Price it to the HOA, the building, and the unit, not a community average.

In Bradford Manor, condition and view decide your number

What is your Bradford Manor home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

The real cost & risk here

Bradford Manor Townhomes Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Bradford Manor?

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