North Port Sarasota metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Palmetto, FL
About Palmetto
Palmetto is a historic riverfront city of about 13,000 residents (2020 census) on the north bank of the Manatee River, directly across from Bradenton. Its downtown and Sutton Park area hold the Manatee County Agricultural Museum and Palmetto Historical Park, and the city mixes older Florida bungalows with new riverfront development. Emerson Point Preserve and the Green Bridge put the river at the center of daily life.
Home prices in Palmetto
The median listing price in Palmetto is $411,999.
Top places in Palmetto
- Palmetto Historical Park
- Manatee County Agricultural Museum
- Sutton Park
- Emerson Point Preserve
- Palmetto Estuary Preserve
- Green Bridge Fishing Pier
- Historic downtown Palmetto along 5th Street West.
- Manatee River boat ramps.
Commuting from Palmetto
- Approximate drive to downtown Sarasota: ~25–30 minutes (approximate; US-41 south across the river, or I-75 south).
Schools in Palmetto
Public schools: School District of Manatee County. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Palmetto FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Palmetto, FL?
The median listing price in Palmetto is $411,999. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Palmetto, FL?
Approximate drive to downtown Sarasota: ~25–30 minutes (approximate; US-41 south across the river, or I-75 south). - Which school district serves Palmetto, FL?
Palmetto is served by School District of Manatee County. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.