Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
Bay Beach
Waterfront living at the far end of Bradenton
2
Homes for sale
$3,999,450
Median list price
$859
Avg price / sqft
177
Median days on market
Bay Beach is a small, water-oriented pocket of Bradenton where the homes are large, private, and built for life on the water. Every active listing here is waterfront, and the median home stretches to nearly 4,500 square feet — this is a place for buyers who want space, a dock-forward lifestyle, and room to breathe. Nearby you'll find quieter established neighborhoods like Bay Shore Gardens and Oneco, so the surrounding area balances the high end with everyday Bradenton.
For buyers today, this is a thin, luxury-tilted market. There are just two active listings with a median list price near $4 million, and homes are taking about 177 days to sell, so patience and negotiation both matter. If you're comparing options, established communities such as Braden River East and Heritage Harbour offer more volume at lower price points.
Bay Beach is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$1,999,900 – $6.0M price range
4,496 sqft median home
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Bay Beach
$1,999,900$2,100,000
10218 46TH AVENUE W, BRADENTON
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,537 sqft
$5,999,000$6,500,000
10216 46TH AVENUE W, BRADENTON
6 bd · 8 ba · 6,455 sqft
Every active listing inside the Bay Beach boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Bay Beach market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$502,700
Median sold price
88%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
220 days
Median time to sell
Bay Beach vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Bay Beach boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Bay Beach is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Bay Beach home
≈ $24,295/mo
$3,999,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
299
Median age
50
Median income
$80,903
Median home value
$398,200
Beyond the listings
Living in Bay Beach
Active
Top 5% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Beliefs
Top 8% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Appearance oriented
Top 10% in the U.S.Fitness Fashion
Workout clothes aren't just for working out anymore. This population enjoys wearing name-brand athletic apparel for fashion and functional purposes.
Active
Top 16% 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.
Beliefs
Top 18% in the U.S.Activism
This population seeks to advocate for a more just world. Common activities include protests, rallies, and spreading awareness to the public about social justice issues.
Relationships
Top 25% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
People who close here
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Straight answers
Bay Beach FAQs
Is Bay Beach a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a large, waterfront home in Bradenton with space and privacy. Every active listing here is on the water, and homes are assigned to Sea Breeze Elementary, W. D. Sugg Middle, and Bayshore High School. It's a small enclave, so expect a quiet, low-density feel rather than a bustling neighborhood.
Is Bay Beach expensive?+
Yes — it's one of Bradenton's higher-end waterfront pockets. The median list price is about $3.99 million, with active homes ranging from roughly $2 million to $6 million, and pricing averages around $859 per square foot. If that's above your range, nearby Bay Shore Gardens offers more attainable options.
What do homes cost in Bay Beach?+
Active listings run from about $1,999,900 to $5,999,000, with a median list price near $3,999,450 for homes around 4,496 square feet. That works out to roughly $859 per square foot. These are large waterfront properties, which explains the premium.
How is the market in Bay Beach?+
It's a thin, slow-moving luxury market with just two active listings and two sales in the past 12 months. Homes are averaging about 177 days on market, and sellers have been getting around 88% of asking, so there's meaningful room to negotiate. Buyers with patience are best positioned here.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
HOA data isn't available for the current Bay Beach listings, so budget for it on a home-by-home basis. Property taxes, however, reflect the high price points — the median annual tax bill is about $36,156, so factor that carrying cost into your numbers.
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