Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
River Oaks
Quiet waterfront living along the Braden River corridor
2
Homes for sale
$479,500
Median list price
$259
Avg price / sqft
112
Median days on market
River Oaks sits in the Braden River area of Bradenton, a pocket of Manatee County where the pace stays relaxed and water is part of the everyday backdrop. Both of the homes on the market right now are waterfront, and the surrounding neighborhoods — from Braden River East to Heritage Harbour and Bay Shore Gardens — give you a sense of the range in this corner of the city. Assigned schools include Braden River High, Carlos E. Haile Middle, and William H. Bashaw Elementary, and you're roughly 53 minutes from downtown Tampa when you need the big city.
For buyers, this is a thin, slow-moving market — just two active listings and four sales in the past year, so patience matters. The median list price is $479,500 with homes ranging from $360,000 to $599,000, and properties are averaging 111.5 days on market before they trade. That's a market where a prepared buyer has room to negotiate, and it's worth comparing against the broader inventory of Bradenton homes for sale to understand where value lands.
River Oaks is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$360,000 – $599K price range
1,916 sqft median home
$925/mo median HOA
$2,150/mo median rent
4 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in River Oaks
$599,000$699,000
1600 1ST AVENUE W UNIT 506, BRADENTON
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,562 sqft
$360,000
1650 1ST AVENUE W UNIT 307B, BRADENTON
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,269 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The River Oaks market
4
Sold, last 12 months
$268,250
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
16 days
Median time to sell
River Oaks vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the River Oaks boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools River Oaks is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median River Oaks home
≈ $3,940/mo
$479,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$925/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,150/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
121
Median age
63
Median income
$88,359
Median home value
$92,100
Beyond the listings
Living in River Oaks
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.
Attitudes
Top 6% in the U.S.Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Relationships
Top 10% 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.
Appearance oriented
Top 12% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Active
Top 13% 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.
Attitudes
Top 16% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
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Straight answers
River Oaks FAQs
Is River Oaks a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a quieter, water-oriented setting within Bradenton's Braden River area. Homes feed into Braden River High, Carlos E. Haile Middle, and William H. Bashaw Elementary, and you're about 53 minutes from downtown Tampa when you want more. The nearby Braden River East community gives a good feel for the surrounding character.
Is River Oaks expensive?+
The median list price is currently $479,500, with active homes ranging from $360,000 to $599,000. That said, the four sales over the past year closed at a median of $268,250, so the mix of what's actually trading can run below the current asking prices. It lands in the mid-tier for the wider Bradenton market.
What do homes cost in River Oaks?+
Expect a median list price around $479,500 and an average of $259 per square foot, with the typical home near 1,916 square feet. Recent sales have closed at a median of $268,250, and sellers have averaged 97% of their asking price.
How is the market in River Oaks?+
It's a small, slow-moving market with just two active listings and four sales in the past twelve months. Homes are taking a median of 111.5 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 97% of asking on average. Neighboring areas like Heritage Harbour offer more inventory if you want additional options.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA here runs about $925 per month, which is on the higher side and worth factoring into your monthly budget. Median property taxes come in around $3,349 per year, and typical rents in the area sit near $2,150 per month.
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