Located in the southwest corner of Manatee County, Tidy Island Bradenton is a very special neighborhood that not many real estate professionals know about. Although Tidy Island is not really an island, it certainly feels like it; this neighborhood is located in a peninsula of the northern estuary of the Sarasota Bay, looking at Longboat Key right across the water.

Before residential development started in Tidy Island, the peninsula was inhabited by indigenous people who took advantage of the fertile land and abundant fishing. The archeological sites on Tidy Island indicate that the earliest settlements date back to 500 A.D.

Developers of Tidy Island envisioned a Caribbean resort villa combined with Old Florida styles. The result is an interesting combination of condominiums, single-family residences and townhouses. There are some Florida ranch-style homes around, but most properties have been remodeled to feature Caribbean and Mediterranean architectural designs.

With fewer than 100 residences, Tidy Island in Bradenton remains one of the most exclusive waterfront communities in the area—and homes here tend to sell quickly. Current listings include a well-appointed two-bedroom, two-bath condominium with over 1,700 square feet priced around $490K, while larger units closer to 2,000 square feet are available for approximately $795K. These residences often feature serene views of Sarasota Bay and the surrounding nature preserves.

For buyers looking for more space, three-bedroom townhomes and condos range from about $1.06 million to $1.6 million, depending on square footage, interior upgrades, and water frontage. A select few homes enjoy wide bay views, while others are tucked beside quiet canals and mangrove preserves. At the top end of the market, a luxury five-bedroom estate with nearly 7,000 square feet of living space is currently listed at $2.6 million. Latest pricing at Tidy Island Bradenton Florida will be found below if there is inventory.

When it comes to amenities, Tidy Island Bradenton was one of the first Southwest Florida communities to offer the resort lifestyle. Residents enjoy two saltwater swimming pools, tennis courts, hot tubs, and a clubhouse. The local nature preserve was designed by the National Wildlife Federation, and it can be accessed through numerous trails.

As for convenience, Tidy Island residents can drive to the Village of Cortez in less than five minutes, and they can reach Bradenton Beach and Anna Maria Island in about 15 minutes.