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Covered Bridge Estates

Family-friendly living minutes from I-75 and the Gulf

15

Homes for sale

$375,000

Median list price

$182

Avg price / sqft

37

Median days on market

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Covered Bridge Estates sits in the northern reach of Manatee County, an established residential pocket of Ellenton where single-family homes on tidy lots draw families who want space without a long commute. A handful of the homes back up to water, and pool decks are a common feature — the kind of everyday amenities that make Florida summers livable. Nearby enclaves like Ridgewood Meadows, Oak Creek, and Oakley Place round out the area's mix of quiet streets and quick access to I-75.

For buyers, this is a steady, mid-market neighborhood rather than a bidding-war zone. With 16 active listings and a median list price of $375,000, there's genuine choice across a $289,000 to $450,000 band, and homes are moving in about 30 days. Sellers over the past year got 97% of asking on average, so well-priced homes hold their value without leaving buyers priced out.

Covered Bridge Estates is a community in Ellenton, Florida.

Quick facts

$289,000$450K price range

2,142 sqft median home

$92/mo median HOA

$2,513/mo median rent

25 sold in 12 months

Drive times

Downtown Tampa48 min
Tampa Int’l Airport (TPA)58 min

On the market now

Homes for sale in Covered Bridge Estates

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Every active listing inside the Covered Bridge Estates boundary

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Where the market lives

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$200K–$300K$300K–$400K$400K–$500K

The numbers that matter

The Covered Bridge Estates market

25

Sold, last 12 months

$405,000

Median sold price

97%

Sale-to-list ratio

What sellers actually get vs asking

47 days

Median time to sell

Covered Bridge Estates vs Ellenton

Median list price

Covered Bridge Estates$375K
Ellenton Co.$265K

Price per sqft

Covered Bridge Estates$182
Ellenton Co.$202

Days on market

Covered Bridge Estates37d
Ellenton Co.68d

Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling

5.0% yr/yr

$335K$446K$558KJul ’23Jun ’26

Homes sold per month

035Apr ’24Jun ’26

Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Covered Bridge Estates boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.

For the school run

Schools Covered Bridge Estates is zoned for

Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.

What it really costs

Owning here

Owning the median Covered Bridge Estates home

$2,616/mo

Principal & interest $1,976
Property tax $338
HOA / fees $92
Insurance (est.) $210

$375,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.

$92/mo

Median HOA

From current listings inside the boundary

$2,513/mo

Median rent

Homes for rent inside the boundary

Population

2,874

Median age

38

Median income

$96,921

Median home value

$403,538

Beyond the listings

Living in Covered Bridge Estates

Entertainment

Top 2% in the U.S.

Lighthearted Fun

This population is all about keeping the mood light and good, clean fun. Common activities include spending time outdoors, catching up with friends, and dancing.

Appearance oriented

Top 2% in the U.S.

Smart Chic

Passionate about style, smart chic searches high and low for the perfect look - but not one that will break the bank.

Relationships

Top 3% in the U.S.

Girl Squad

From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.

Entertainment

Top 7% in the U.S.

Competitive Nature

These folks have their head in the game. Whether it's creating a card game tournament with friends or cheering on the home team, these people want to win.

Active

Top 9% in the U.S.

Organized Sports

From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.

Active

Top 11% in the U.S.

Fitness Obsession

Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.

Straight answers

Covered Bridge Estates FAQs

Is Covered Bridge Estates a good place to live?+

It's a solid fit for families and commuters who want established streets and quick I-75 access. Homes feed into Buffalo Creek Middle School and Palmetto High School, and downtown Tampa is about 48 minutes away. The mix of waterfront and pool homes adds appeal without pushing prices into luxury territory.

Is it expensive to buy here?+

No — it sits squarely in the mid-market. The median list price is $375,000, with active homes ranging from $289,000 to $450,000, and none of the current listings crack the $1M mark. At about $187 per square foot, you're getting practical family space rather than premium pricing.

What do homes cost in Covered Bridge Estates?+

Active listings run $289,000 to $450,000 with a median of $375,000, and the median home is around 2,089 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 25 homes sold at a median price of $405,000. You can browse everything currently for sale on the live map.

How is the market right now?+

Steady and balanced. With 16 active listings and a median 30 days on market, homes are selling at a healthy but not frantic pace, and sellers are getting about 97% of asking on average. That gives buyers room to negotiate on well-priced homes without racing the clock.

What about HOA fees and property taxes?+

The median HOA runs about $92 a month, which is modest for the area and keeps monthly costs down. Property taxes come in around $3,936 a year at the median. If you're weighing a rental instead, the median rent in the area is about $2,195 a month.

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