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River Strand Golf and Country Club: Premier Golf Course Homes in Bradenton, FL

Looking to buy or sell golf course real estate in Bradenton, FLRiver Strand Golf and Country Club offers a luxury, golf course living experience with championship golf, resort-style amenities, and a broad range of housing options perfect for golfers and families alike.

Real Estate Market Overview at River Strand Golf and Country Club

The River Strand housing market is currently favoring buyers. In April 2025, the median sale price was $435,000, down 12.6% year-over-year, with homes averaging 66 days on market (up 22 days YoY).

Typical home types include:

  • Condos and coach homes: $250K–$585K
  • Single-family residences: $450K–$1M (riverfront estates exceed $1M)

With attractive price reductions and longer days on market, now is a great time for buyers to negotiate—and for sellers to still earn solid returns.

Types of Homes & Ideal Buyers

River Strand offers:

  • Condos & coach homes: 1,100–2,100 sq ft, 2–3 BR
  • Executive & manor homes: 1,600–3,800 + sq ft, 3–6 BR 

Ideal residents include:

  • Golf enthusiasts drawn to bundled, golf-deeded homes
  • Active adults and retirees (55+), seeking pickleball, tennis, and social clubs
  • Families attracted to gated security, walking paths, and resort amenities
  • Seasonal residents interested in short-term rentals—allowed after 30 days

Golf Course Design & Resort-Style Amenities

Championship 27-Hole Golf Designed by Arthur Hills

The highlight is the 27-hole, par-36 championship golf course by Arthur Hills, split into three 9-hole layouts:

  • Sanctuary: rolling mounds and creative greens
  • Estuary: the most challenging, routed through wetlands
  • Tributary: features two strong par-5s—including a hero carry eagle opportunity

Golf membership is bundled for course-access homes—no greens fees for residents.

Clubhouse, Racquet Sports & Pool Lifestyle

The 39,000‑sq ft Tuscan-style clubhouse includes:

  • Fine and casual dining, bar & grill, Tiki bar
  • Fitness center, aerobics room, and spa
  • Har‑Tru tennis (9 courts)8 pickleball courts, Racquet Pro Shop
  • Resort-style heated pools (main clubhouse + community center) plus six satellite pools for neighborhood convenience 
  • Social spaces: billiards, card rooms, library, banquet hall

Lifestyle programming includes holiday parties, trivia nights, bridge, bingo, and more.


Lifestyle & Community Appeal

Living in this gated golf course community in Bradenton means embracing a vibrant, active lifestyle:

  • Lakeside and preserve views woven through winding trails
  • Access to boating and kayaking nearby on the Manatee River 
  • Proximity to beaches (Anna Maria Island), shopping, healthcare, and the Sarasota-Bradenton airport
  • A year-round social calendar and mature landscaping foster a friendly, engaged resident base

What Sets River Strand Apart

Compared to Sara Bay CCBradenton CC, and Lakewood Ranch G&CC, River Strand stands out for:

  • 27 holes of golf with bundled memberships, not just a single course
  • A rich variety of housing types at multiple price tiers—from condos to million-dollar estates
  • Resort-style amenities (clubhouse, pools, racquets, spa) rivaling larger communities
  • Water and preserve views integral to the landscape, unlike clear-cut developments 
  • Flexible rental options (30+ day minimum), enhancing investment appeal 

Is River Strand Golf and Country Club A Good Place To Live?

For those seeking real estate on a golf course with championship golf, resort luxuries, secure community living, and strong value—River Strand Golf and Country Club delivers. With a balanced market, a diverse housing roster, and a lifestyle unlike any other in Bradenton, it’s a superb choice.

📞 Ready to explore River Strand homes, compare golf course communities, or sell your property? Contact Jon DeRisi today for expert guidance on buying or selling real estate on golf courses in Bradenton and beyond.

Overview for River Strand Golf and Country Club, FL

723 people live in River Strand Golf and Country Club, where the median age is 45 and the average individual income is $51,449. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Total Population

45 years

Median Age

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$51,449

Average individual Income

Around River Strand Golf and Country Club, FL

There's plenty to do around River Strand Golf and Country Club, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Läderach chocolatier suisse, Viage Group, and Island Style Watersports.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.21 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.24 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.34 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 0.71 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.08 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for River Strand Golf and Country Club, FL

River Strand Golf and Country Club has 292 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in River Strand Golf and Country Club do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 723 people call River Strand Golf and Country Club home. The population density is 6,903.78 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Total Population

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45

Median Age

48.41 / 51.59%

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Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$51,449

Average individual Income

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