Waterlefe Land for Sale

Waterlefe Land for Sale

Welcome to Waterlefe, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Manatee County, Florida. This picturesque community is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle waiting to be embraced. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Waterlefe offers a unique blend of tranquility and adventure, making it the perfect destination for those looking to invest in land and create their dream home.

Waterlefe is renowned for its lush landscapes, pristine waterways, and abundant wildlife. The community is designed around the serene backdrop of the Braden River, providing residents with endless opportunities for outdoor activities such as kayaking, fishing, and nature walks. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature and the sight of sun-drenched waters just outside your window.

For those interested in land for sale, Waterlefe presents an exceptional opportunity. With spacious lots available, you can build a custom home that reflects your personal style while enjoying the benefits of a vibrant community. Whether you envision a cozy retreat or a grand estate, the possibilities are endless.

In addition to its natural allure, Waterlefe is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and entertainment options, ensuring that you have everything you need within reach. The community’s friendly atmosphere and strong sense of belonging make it an ideal place for families, retirees, and everyone in between.

Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of paradise in Waterlefe, Florida. Explore our available land listings today and start your journey toward the perfect home in this enchanting community!

Newest Waterlefe Land for Sale

$290,000
A4705898 MLS
Discover a rare opportunity to build your dream home in the peaceful and highly desirable Mill Creek area of Bradenton. Situated on approximately 0.90 acres, this spacious homesite offers the perfect combination of privacy, flexibility and convenience—all with NO HOA.Tucked along a quiet, private road near the Manatee River and Mill Creek, the property captures the charm of Old Florida while remaining close to shopping, dining, schools and all the amenities of the rapidly growing Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch areas. The generous lot size provides plenty of room to create your ideal residence, outdoor living spaces, pool and more. Adding to the appeal, water rights convey with the property to the west, offering the opportunity to build a dock and enjoy access to the surrounding waterways. A well is already located on site, providing an additional valuable improvement for future development. The property also did not flood during the recent hurricanes, an important consideration for buyers looking to build in coastal Florida.With mature surroundings and excellent road frontage, this homesite offers a unique setting that can be difficult to find in today’s market. Whether you're ready to build your custom home now or secure a special piece of land for the future, 1179 Mill Creek Road offers space, privacy, water access potential and an exceptional location without the restrictions of an HOA. Bring your builder and your vision and explore the possibilities! ***Please note that docks shown in photos belong to neighbors. Dock to be built on water rights at buyer's discretion. ***To-be-built home plans on request!

1179 Mill Creek Road, Waterlefe
$3,499,000
A4695151 MLS
Available now: a rare 15.03-acre multi-use property spanning two parcels on highly desirable Waterline Road, located just minutes from the eastern expansion of Lakewood Ranch. Zoned Agricultural with absolutely no HOA or CDD restrictions, this fully cleared and landscaped site features mature oaks, walking trails, and creek access. A major competitive advantage is the existing turnkey infrastructure, including two established homes with well and septic, plus a workshop, offering immediate utility. With its expansive footprint and zoning flexibility, the site provides strategic, value-add potential for an equestrian facility, a sprawling custom family compound, or development. Positioned just 1.5 miles from everyday essentials with rapid access to SR 64 and I-75, this property delivers the premier Lakewood Ranch area lifestyle with the ultimate freedom of unrestricted acreage.

16678/16620 Waterline Road Road, Waterlefe
$499,000
TB8494718 MLS
Location, location, location! Experience peaceful country living on the edge of Lakewood Ranch, just beyond the historic oak canopy that lines Zipperer Road. Enjoy breathtaking sunset views through mature oak trees and quiet nights under the stars. This 2-acre property is mostly cleared, featuring beautiful oak trees and open pasture land. Highlights include a private tennis/pickleball court and a high-and-dry homesite—no flood insurance required. Utilities are conveniently nearby, with city water available at the road (or option for a private well), electric access, and septic needed. The property is a flag lot with a private deeded easement, offering added privacy and seclusion. Ideally located 20 minutes from downtown Sarasota and just minutes to UTC Mall and Ellenton Premium Outlets—perfectly positioned between premier shopping, dining, and entertainment to the north and south. A rare opportunity to own acreage and build your dream home in this rapidly growing prime location— don’t miss your chance!

1804 Zipperer Road, Waterlefe
$5,495,777
A4688414 MLS
Rare 9.93-acre contiguous assemblage comprised of two parcels (211 & 307 Rye Rd NE) in Northeast Manatee County's high-growth Rye Road/Waterline Road corridor. Property is high and dry in Flood Zone X - no flood insurance required. Current AG zoning offers flexibility for a variety of uses, including private estate/compound, equestrian property, professional/medical campus, or future residential development (potential UF-3 reclassification under Envision Manatee 2026 goals). Existing improvements include 4,000+ total SF of residential space with a 2025-renovated primary residence featuring new impact-rated windows, a 2022 roof, and covered front and back porches. Additional structures include a 1,920 SF barn and 8,500 SF canopy - ideal for equipment storage, horses, or staging. Property is eligible for the Greenbelt tax exemption, keeping carry costs low. Perfectly positioned to serve the growing residential demand from Lakewood Ranch and Parrish. Assemblages of this size are increasingly scarce in this corridor. Bring your vision - or your builder.

211 Rye Road Ne, Waterlefe
$305,000
A4685806 MLS
EXCLUSIVE WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY: Attention Homebuyers; Waterfront Builders; and Custom Home Builders: Here is one of 5 total premium homesites now available and located along Upper Manatee River Road (UMRR). This parcel offers a unique combination of natural beauty, accessibility, and build-ready potential—an increasingly scarce find in today’s market. Property Highlights: • Direct frontage on Upper Manatee River Road • Direct frontage on Mill Creek (waterfront access with favorable mooring depths) • Heavily wooded parcel offering privacy and natural character • Excellent ingress and egress • Utilities nearby: water, electricity, and sewer • Select lots may support a septic systems • Navigable access from Mill Creek to: Manatee River, Intracoastal Waterway, Anna Maria Island, and Gulf Beaches This property presents an exceptional and rare opportunity for custom waterfront home development in a region where buildable waterfront land is becoming increasingly limited each year. Key Advantages for Builders: • Strong demand for waterfront custom homes in Manatee & Sarasota Counties • Flexible building potential (with informed consideration of FEMA regulations and waterfront setbacks) • Attractive end-user appeal: boating access, privacy, and proximity to coastal destinations This is a first-come, first-served offering, with cash and conventional financing options available. If you are seeking your next standout project—or looking to secure premium waterfront inventory—this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

12919 Upper Manatee River Road, Waterlefe
$295,000
A4685803 MLS
EXCLUSIVE WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY: Attention Homebuyers; Waterfront Builders; and Custom Home Builders: Here is one of 5 total premium homesites now available and located along Upper Manatee River Road (UMRR). This parcel offers a unique combination of natural beauty, accessibility, and build-ready potential—an increasingly scarce find in today’s market. Property Highlights: • Direct frontage on Upper Manatee River Road • Direct frontage on Mill Creek (waterfront access with favorable mooring depths) • Heavily wooded parcel offering privacy and natural character • Excellent ingress and egress • Utilities nearby: water, electricity, and sewer • Select lots may support a septic systems • Navigable access from Mill Creek to: o Manatee River, Intracoastal Waterway, Anna Maria Island, and Gulf Beaches This property presents an exceptional and rare opportunity for custom waterfront home development in a region where buildable waterfront land is becoming increasingly limited each year. Key Advantages for Builders: • Strong demand for waterfront custom homes in Manatee & Sarasota Counties • Flexible building potential (with informed consideration of FEMA regulations and waterfront setbacks) • Attractive end-user appeal: boating access, privacy, and proximity to coastal destinations This is a first-come, first-served offering, with cash and conventional financing options available. If you are seeking your next standout project—or looking to secure premium waterfront inventory—this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

12909 Upper Manatee River Road, Waterlefe
$219,500
A4673310 MLS
Beautiful Natural Florida Waterfront Building Site * The entire northern border of the property fronts Mill Creek * Just over 2 acres of land total * A Boat Ramp is allowed with permit * A perfect property for a HOUSE BOAT * This unique acreage is a "Private Peninsula" with basically no other property owners adjacent to it * Property contains 27,007 sq ft of "Uplands" and has been certified to have this by SWFWMD and Manatee County * This part of Mill Creek is "Boatable Water" offering access into the Manatee River and to the Gulf (with no low bridges to negotiate) * This land starts at the western edge of the small bridge which is a little east of the Mill Creek Baptist Church and is on the north side of Upper Manatee River Road (There is 518 feet of paved road frontage on the southern border of this land)* NOTE: Multiple boat docks are possible - - with deep water mooring for boats up to 32 feet in length, according to the knowledgeable neighbors * Property has been recently surveyed and we have a Wetland Delineation Survey (WDS) that has been certified by the State of Florida, SWFWMD.* County sewer is running along the southern border of Upper Manatee River Road (UMRR) * County water is running along the norther border of UMRR * The "For Sale Sign" is approximately 1.3 miles from the traffic light at Upper Manatee River Road and the south end of the Fort Hamer Bridge * Please do not "Walk This Property" without your Realtor, or Agent, with you (NO EXCEPTIONS) * Your agent will be happy to call for permission to do so (thank you for your cooperation and understanding in this matter) *

Upper Manatee River Road, Waterlefe
$5,990,000
A4671420 MLS
A 16 acre mixed-zoning land is available for sale on SR 64 in Bradenton, just across from Manatee Lake. The property currently operate as a tour destination and active tropical fruit ranch, offering exotic fruits, foods and drinks to visitors. This ranch, known for its lush variety of mangoes, sugar apples and more, also hosts private tours, events and orchard dinners, presenting an engaging, income-generating opportunity for buyers. Lakewood Ranch is nearby, one of the fastest growing master-planned communities in the U.S., underlining the high investment potential for this property. Serious investors and interested parties are encouraged to call today to schedule a private tour and explore the endless opportunities.

21552 E State Road 64, Waterlefe
$3,000,000
A4659627 MLS
6.85 Acres on one of Manatee County's most significant arterial roads linking North County to Sarasota. Former tree farm. UF-3 Future Land Use could allow for lower intensity commercial, office or residential development. AADT: 23,500. County utilities along UMRR. Located across from entrance to Watercolor Place by Medallion Homes.

Upper Manatee River Road Ne, Waterlefe
$2,300,000
A4644382 MLS
IMPROVED LAND!!!!Rare opportunity to own 8 acres in the rapidly growing area of Manatee County! Perfect piece of land for growing families to build their dream home, or developers to envision the lot! UTILITY HOOKUPS! Currently zoned PDR; future land use UF-3. Developers, this is a prime location for a new community or apartment complex! Manatee river is right across the street making it a great view for a tall building! Not too many trees on the property- not much excavation needed! Small pond. Just 30 minutes from Sarasota County which is ranked #2 of best school districts in Florida and only 35 minutes from Anna Maria Island! Small Single-Family home and small barn included. The house on the property is 2bed 1bath, 888sqft.

11920 Upper Manatee River Road, Waterlefe
$550,000
A4640060 MLS
2.08± acre vacant land offering with approximately 234 feet of frontage on 117th Street East in a rapidly growing area of East Manatee County. The parcel has been cleared and surveyed and is conveniently located near SR-64, Lakewood Ranch, schools, shopping, medical facilities, and major transportation corridors. The property is currently zoned PD-R (Planned Development Residential). Survey available. Purchasers are encouraged to independently verify zoning, permitted uses, development standards, utility availability, access requirements, dimensions, and all governmental approvals necessary for their intended use of the property.

Aurora Boulevard, Waterlefe
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