Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch
Gated living in the heart of Lakewood Ranch
1
Homes for sale
$719,000
Median list price
$324
Avg price / sqft
51
Median days on market
Bridgewater is a gated community set inside Lakewood Ranch, one of the most sought-after master-planned areas straddling the Bradenton and Sarasota line. The homes here run a little larger and more considered — think pool decks, water views, and the kind of quiet, well-kept streets that draw families to top-rated schools like Lakewood Ranch High School and Dr Mona Jain Middle School. You're close enough to the shops and dining of the broader Lakewood Ranch corridor while keeping the calm of a self-contained neighborhood.
For a buyer today, this is a thin but pricey slice of the Bradenton homes for sale market. There's typically just a handful of listings at any moment, and over the past year 18 homes changed hands at a median sold price of $767,500 — so competition is real when the right one lands. If Bridgewater's inventory is dry, it's worth comparing nearby options like Heritage Harbour or Braden River East to see how pricing and space stack up.
Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
$719,000 – $719K price range
2,221 sqft median home
$361/mo median HOA
18 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch
Every active listing inside the Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch market
18
Sold, last 12 months
$767,500
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
33 days
Median time to sell
Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch vs Bradenton
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 14.3% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch home
≈ $4,993/mo
$719,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$361/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
913
Median age
56
Median income
$84,396
Median home value
$671,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch
Attitudes
Top 6% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Entertainment
Top 9% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 10% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Appearance oriented
Top 12% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Straight answers
Bridgewater At Lakewood Ranch FAQs
Is Bridgewater at Lakewood Ranch a good place to live?+
It's a gated, well-maintained community inside Lakewood Ranch, one of the region's most popular master-planned areas, with waterfront and pool homes and strong assigned schools including Lakewood Ranch High School. Families are the core buyer here, drawn by the roomy floor plans and quiet, secure streets. If you like the profile but want more choices, neighboring communities such as Heritage Harbour are worth a look.
Is Bridgewater expensive?+
It sits at the upper end of the Bradenton market — the median list price is $719,000 and homes sold over the past year at a median of $767,500. At an average of $324 per square foot, you're paying a premium for the gated setting, larger homes, and Lakewood Ranch address.
What do homes cost in Bridgewater?+
Current pricing centers around $719,000 for a home of roughly 2,221 sqft, or about $324 per square foot. Over the last 12 months, 18 sales closed at a median of $767,500, so recent buyers were paying in the high $700s for the right property.
How is the market in Bridgewater right now?+
Inventory is tight — often just one active listing at a time — while 18 homes sold over the past year, so demand outpaces what's available. Homes take a median of 51 days to sell and sellers are getting about 95% of their asking price, which points to a market that rewards prepared buyers. When Bridgewater has nothing on, comparing Braden River East can keep your search moving.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Expect a median HOA of about $361 per month, which covers the gated community's shared upkeep and access control. Property taxes run around $7,610 per year at current values, in line with the larger, higher-priced homes here.
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