Northwest Bradenton encompasses the area from the Manatee River to Palma Sola Bay to Manatee Avenue. This area was once farmland and the gateway for maritime transport to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Rich in history and deep rooted family named areas including Warner’s bayou, Robinsons Preserve, Forgery cemetery, G.T. Bray Park, Lewis Park and Shaw’s Point just to name a few.
Northwest Bradenton also holds a National treasure, Desoto National Park is believed to be the exact point where Hernando Desoto landed in 1539 and began his trek throughout the South, today thousands of families tour the Park on an annual basis and take in the beautiful scenery of the River and Bay.
Northwest Bradenton is made up of new communities and well established neighborhoods making it one of the most eclectic areas of Bradenton. Some of the more popular communities include Palma Sola Park, Hawthorne Park, Azalea Park, Woodland Park, Shaw’s Point, Riverview Landings, River’s Ridge, Wisteria Park, Harbor Hills, Riverview Boulevard, Belair Bayou, Mango Park, The River District and Historic Wares Creek.
Northwest Bradenton is surrounded by Palma Sola Bay, the Manatee River, Tampa Bay and Perico Bay so it is only natural that outdoor lovers migrate to the area for fishing, kayaking, boating, hiking and all things outdoors. Located only minutes from Anna Maria Island it is a favorite of foreign buyers and boast many second homes to our friends from abroad.
