Single-family homes
- Square feet
- About 1,750 to over 3,600 sq ft
- Beds / baths
- 3 to 5 bed / 2 to 4 bath
Worth knowing
Built by M/I Homes starting in 2019. One and two story plans.
Bradenton, FL · Manatee County · 34212
Riverside Preserve, Manatee County
101 homes, a gated entry, and a riverfront park on the Manatee River.
Riverside Preserve is a small gated neighborhood in Bradenton, east of I-75 off Upper Manatee River Road. M/I Homes built it, starting in 2019. There are 101 single-family homes. Past the homes sits more than 16 acres of riverfront park on the Manatee River. Residents can launch a kayak or paddleboard, walk the nature trails, or use the pavilion for a picnic. The homes run from about 1,750 to over 3,600 square feet, with 3 to 5 bedrooms. There is no CDD. The county lists no district on these lots, and the HOA runs the community. It is close to Lakewood Ranch but not part of it.
Written by Sekina Probasco, REALTOR®, eXp Realty · June 2026 · Photography by Gulf Coast Realty Media
What Riverside Preserve is like at a glance
- Location
- Manatee County · 34212
- Builder
- M/I Homes
- Gated
- Yes, gated
- Homes
- 101 homes
- Type
- Single-family homes on the Manatee River
The home styles you'll find in Riverside Preserve
Here's what you'll typically find available in Riverside Preserve. Text me for what is actually on the market right now.
Inventory moves daily. Text me for current active listings in Riverside Preserve and what they are actually going for.
Amenities and everyday life in Riverside Preserve
The river
- Direct access to the Manatee River for residents
- Kayak and paddleboard launch
- Riverfront pavilion with picnic and grilling areas
- More than 16 acres of riverfront park
Trails and green space
- Nature trails through the park
- Open lawn and green space along the river
What makes Riverside Preserve stand out
- Sits on the Manatee River with its own riverfront park for residents
- Kayak and paddleboard launch right in the community
- Only 101 single-family homes, so it stays small
- No CDD. The HOA runs the community
- Gated entry off Upper Manatee River Road, a short drive to I-75 at State Road 64
Schools your kids would be zoned for
School assignments can change as districts re-zone. Always confirm at the specific street address before relying on the assignment.
2026-2027
- Elementary: Gene Witt Elementary
- Middle: Carlos E. Haile Middle
- High: Parrish Community High
Elementary and middle zones changed for 2026-27. High school zones change for 2027-28, so confirm at the exact address.
HOA and CDD fees in Riverside Preserve
On top of your mortgage and property taxes, here is what Riverside Preserve asks of you every month, and who takes care of the outside of your home.
- CDD, Riverside Preserve does not carry its own CDD assessment. Worth confirming what applies at the specific address, since some homes still fall under a wider district. There is no CDD here. The county lists no district on these lots. The homeowners association runs the community.
Fees shift by home type and they change year to year, so I would rather give you real numbers than a guess. Once you find a place in Riverside Preserve you love, I will pull the current estoppel and we will look at the exact figures for that home together.
Villages people compare with Riverside Preserve
Most buyers look at a few before they decide. These are the ones closest to Riverside Preserve on lifestyle and price.
RiverwalkAn original LWR village along the Braden River corridor.Arbor GrandeGated community next to Bob Gardner Park.Avaunce139 gated KB Home homes off SR 70, with a pool and no CDD.Bridgewater at Lakewood RanchA smaller Neal Communities neighborhood inside LWR.Central Park at Lakewood RanchOne of LWR's established family neighborhoods, big park, great vibe.EdgewaterLakefront living around Lake Uihlein, steps from Main Street.
Curious about Riverside Preserve?
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