Community profile

River Strand

Bradenton, FL

55+ community

About the community

About River Strand

About River Strand River Strand is a gated, active lifestyle community located in Bradenton, Florida, in a prime location near many shopping centers, memorial parks, golf courses, and beach access. The community offers attached townhomes and condos, as well as single-family homes. River Strand is a master community that houses several neighborhoods that feature resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, resistance pools, tennis courts, and championship golf courses. Homebuyers seeking a home for sale in Bradenton, FL will adore all that River Strand has to offer. River Strand Amenities Members of River Strand Golf & Country Club have the opportunity to enjoy a 39,000-square-foot clubhouse with a multipurpose room used for social gatherings, a billiard table, locker rooms, a resort-style pool, resistance pool, and a heated spa. The community also offers a semi-formal dining room, grille room, tiki bar, and golf pro shop. Homeowners can lead an active lifestyle by taking advantage of the 3,500-square-foot fitness spa and aerobic room in the clubhouse, as well as enjoying six outdoor pools with patios, nine Har-Tru tennis courts, eight pickleball courts, half-court basketball courts, and three championship golf courses. In addition, there is a community center that features a second resort-style pool and another fitness center. Residents also have access to The Sanctuary at River Strand’s amenities, which also include a clubhouse with a multipurpose room, as well as an outdoor pool and patio, a barbecue area, a basketball court, and an additional pickleball court. River Strand Homes & Real Estate River Strand was constructed between 2006 and 2018, consisting of a mix of 1,260 single-family, attached, and condo homes. There are six neighborhoods that feature attached homes within the River Strand community: Terraces, Grand Estuary, Veranda, The Sanctuary at River Strand, Heritage Harbor, and River Strand Townhomes. Homes at River Strand typically range from 1,121 to 3,950 square feet and feature two to six bedrooms, two to five bathrooms, and up to a two-car garage. The condo homes of River Strand are featured in four of the community's neighborhoods. These homes ideal for downsizing range from 1,211 to 1,866 square feet and feature two to three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The attached homes of River Strand Townhomes range from 1,759 to 2,108 square feet. These homes have three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and attached two-car garages. Interior features in the attached homes may include upgraded light fixtures, an updated kitchen with solid wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. Additional features may include ceilings fans in all rooms, chandelier lighting in dining spaces, and an extended lanai. The single-family homes of River Strand are featured throughout the community and range between 1,417 and 3,950 square feet. These homes typically offer two to six bedrooms, two to five bathrooms, and attached two-car garages. The single-family homes may feature spacious living areas with natural light, an extended foyer, large tile flooring, a laundry room, as well as bathrooms with jacuzzi tubs and a walk-in shower. Other features may include a security system, extra built-in air conditioning units, electric hurricane patio shutters, and a patio with scenic water views. River Strand Lifestyle Members of River Strand can lead a low-maintenance lifestyle thanks to a modest homeowners’ association that covers 24-hour guard, cable TV, common area taxes, community pool upkeep, internet, maintenance grounds, private road, recreational facilities, and security. With more time on their hands, residents can play a pickup game of pickleball or golf, swim laps in the pool, or mingle with neighbors at one of the community centers. There are plenty of social opportunities for residents of River Strand. The Golf and Country Club hosts events throughout the year with live entertainment, including holiday parties, trivia ni

Verified overview

What we know from public sources

Age restriction
No Age Restrictions
Community size
1,260 homes
Home types
Single-Family, Attached, Condos
Housing offering
Homes for sale
Construction years
2006–2018
Published HOA
$233–$715/month
Published home purchase range
Mid $200ks - Low $1Ms
Community features
Gated · Activity director
Last source check
August 5, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Restaurant
  • Dining

Health & wellness

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Fitness Center
  • Pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa/Hot Tub

Services & convenience

  • Cable TV
  • Maintenance
  • Security

Activities & engagement

  • Clubhouse
  • Clubhouse/Amenity Center

Outdoor spaces

  • Outdoor Patio
  • Pickleball Courts
  • Tennis Courts
  • Golf Shop/Golf Services/Golf Cart Rentals
  • Park
  • Pickleball
  • Tennis Court(s)
  • Trail(s)
  • Golf Course

Other published features

  • Basketball Court
  • Multipurpose Room
  • BBQ
  • Bar
  • Boat Slip
  • Dock
  • Elevator(s)
  • Fence Restrictions
  • Gated
  • Lobby Key Required
  • Modified for Accessibility
  • Optional Additional Fees
  • Playground
  • Racquetball
  • Recreation Facilities
  • Shuffleboard Court
  • Storage
  • Vehicle Restrictions
  • Wheelchair Accessible

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