Neighborhood · Palmetto, Florida
Washington Park
Small-scale Palmetto living close to the water
2
Homes for sale
$352,450
Median list price
$246
Avg price / sqft
19
Median days on market
Washington Park sits in Palmetto, on the Manatee County side of the bay where neighborhoods stay small and the pace stays easy. It's the kind of community where you can pick up a modestly sized home, run into a few blocks of history in the nearby Palmetto Historic District, and still be at Downtown Tampa in about 45 minutes when you want the big-city day out. Newer master-planned options like Artisan Lakes Esplanade and Trevesta sit within easy reach for buyers who want to compare.
The market here is tight and moves quickly. There are just 2 active listings right now, with a median list price of $352,450 and homes trading at a median of 18.5 days on market. Sellers have been getting 101% of asking over the last year, so if you find the right home in this pocket of Palmetto, come prepared to act.
Washington Park is a community in Palmetto, Florida.
Quick facts
$279,900 – $425K price range
1,448 sqft median home
$2,500/mo median rent
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Washington Park
$425,000
303 29TH STREET E, PALMETTO
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,802 sqft
$279,900$284,900
2608 5TH AVENUE E, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,094 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Washington Park market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$272,000
Median sold price
101%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
41 days
Median time to sell
Washington Park vs Palmetto
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 24.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Washington Park boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Washington Park is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Washington Park home
≈ $2,449/mo
$352,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$2,500/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,369
Median age
27
Median income
$53,252
Median home value
$171,470
Beyond the listings
Living in Washington Park
Appearance oriented
Top 6% in the U.S.Smart Chic
Passionate about style, smart chic searches high and low for the perfect look - but not one that will break the bank.
Appearance oriented
Top 10% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Entertainment
Top 13% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 13% 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.
Lifestyles
Top 15% in the U.S.Hipster
This population swims against the tide of mainstream culture. Common interests include old music, antiques, and alternative diets (i.e., veganism).
Attitudes
Top 15% 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.
Straight answers
Washington Park FAQs
Is Washington Park a good place to live?+
It's a small, established Palmetto neighborhood with easy access to the Manatee waterfront and a 45-minute reach to Downtown Tampa. Families are assigned to Manatee Elementary, Martha B. King Middle School, and Manatee High School. The scale is intimate, which is part of the appeal for buyers who want a real neighborhood over a large subdivision.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It sits in a middle range for the area, with a median list price of $352,450 and active listings running from $279,900 to $425,000. Over the last 12 months the median sold price was lower at $272,000, so there's often value depending on the home. Compared with newer master-planned options like Trevesta, it's an approachable entry point.
What do homes cost in Washington Park?+
The average price is about $246 per square foot against a median home size of 1,448 sqft. Current listings span $279,900 to $425,000, with a median list of $352,450. Recent sales closed at a median of $272,000, reflecting the smaller footprint of many homes here.
How is the market right now?+
It's tight and competitive, with only 2 active listings and a median of 18.5 days on market. Sellers have been getting about 101% of asking on average over the past year, so pricing is holding firm. With just 5 homes sold in the last 12 months, well-priced listings don't sit around long.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no median HOA figure reported for this neighborhood, which suggests many homes here carry little or no association cost. The median property tax runs about $4,589 per year. Always confirm the specifics on any individual property, since fees vary lot by lot.
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