North Port Sarasota metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Parrish, FL
About Parrish
Parrish is a fast-growing unincorporated community in northern Manatee County, with about 26,000 residents (2020 census) spread across new master-planned subdivisions east of US-301. Once a rural farming settlement, it is now one of the metro's newest suburban frontiers, anchored by the master-planned community of North River Ranch and Fort Hamer Park on the Manatee River. Housing is overwhelmingly new-construction single-family homes.
Home prices in Parrish
The median listing price in Parrish is $424,900.
Top places in Parrish
- Fort Hamer Park
- North River Ranch
- Rye Preserve
- Parrish Community Park.
- Historic Parrish railroad depot area.
- Manatee River boat ramps.
- Nearby Emerson Point Preserve (just south in Palmetto).
- Farmers markets and community events in North River Ranch.
Commuting from Parrish
- Approximate drive to downtown Sarasota: ~30–40 minutes (approximate; I-75 south).
Schools in Parrish
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.
Parrish FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Parrish, FL?
The median listing price in Parrish is $424,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Parrish, FL?
Approximate drive to downtown Sarasota: ~30–40 minutes (approximate; I-75 south). - Which school district serves Parrish, FL?
Parrish 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.