Legends Bay new construction homes in Bradenton, FL

    Legends Bayby Medallion HomeNew Construction Homes in Bradenton, FL

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    Bradenton, FL
    Cost Report

    Price Range

    $720K to $6.88M

    Square Footage

    1,788 to 6,901 sq ft

    Est. Monthly Fees

    $784/mo

    Legends Bay suits buyers who value water views and privacy over big-community programming — the amenity set is intimate (clubhouse, pool, dock, preserves) rather than resort-scale. It's also a fit for custom-home buyers: Medallion allows semi-custom and full-custom builds, including homesite-only purchases with elevated construction on select lots to maximize bay views. Buyers should be comfortable with CDD assessments and higher HOA carrying costs relative to inland communities.

    Quick answer

    Legends Bay is a new construction community in Bradenton, FL, with homes priced $720K to $6.88M, HOA $472/mo, CDD/MUD $3,739/yr.

    Price range
    $720K to $6.88M
    Home sizes
    1,788 to 6,901 sq ft
    HOA
    $472/mo
    CDD / MUD
    $3,739/yr
    Access
    Gated community
    Builders
    Medallion Home

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    True Monthly Cost

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    HOA Fee

    $472

    monthly

    CDD / Stewardship

    $3,739

    Annually

    Est. Monthly Total

    $784

    community fees

    Special Assessments

    Service Assessment Bond yearly included in CDD

    * Fees shown are the latest amounts supplied for this listing, not a final quote. Confirm the current HOA, district assessments and billing periods with the community before buying.

    Learn more: CDD, MUD & PID fees explained · CDD vs HOA · Lot premiums

    🏖️ Coastal & Vacation Details

    Short-Term Rental Policy

    Long Term Only (6-12 Months)

    Water Access

    🏖️ Beach: 8 miles

    Primary Use Case

    Full-Time Living

    Transportation

    🏌️ Golf Cart Friendly Community

    Exterior Materials

    Stucco

    The Vibe

    The day opens before you do — Sarasota Bay goes glassy-pink outside the bedroom sliders, and you can hear the water from the lanai even before the coffee finishes brewing. Breakfast happens on the covered porch because, honestly, it always does here; the breeze off the bay does the air-conditioning's work until ten. Mid-morning, you walk the neighborhood's preserve paths or take the boardwalk out to the bay pier, where herons stalk the shallows and the Cortez fishing boats putter past on their way out. Lunch is a quick drive into Cortez or the village shops, then an afternoon float in the community pool or a few laps on the treadmill in the clubhouse gym while the sun shifts across the bay. As evening comes, neighbors drift to their lanais — that's the real social scene in Legends Bay, porch to porch — and the sky puts on its show: orange, then violet, then the first stars over the water. Dinner, a walk past the dock, and home through the gates. It's the rare waterfront community that feels private rather than showy: no crowds, no high-rises, just a mile of bay frontage and a neighborhood small enough that people learn your name.

    Construction Update

    Final Phase Buildout

    Pros & Cons

    An honest look at this neighborhood

    Pros

    • Gated waterfront setting with over a mile of Sarasota Bay frontage, clubhouse, resort-style pool, fitness center, and community dock — a rare private bayfront enclave at this price point
    • Semi-custom and fully custom building program from an established local builder, including homesite-only purchases and elevated construction for bay views
    • Low-upkeep lifestyle with yard maintenance covered by the HOA; minutes to Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, IMG Academy, and SRQ airport (~7 miles)

    Cons

    • •CDD assessments add significant annual cost (O&M ~$2,138/yr plus bond debt service, billed on the tax bill) on top of a $333–$472/month HOA
    • •Limited new-home inventory — the community is maturing
    • •Waterfront exposure means flood insurance and wind/hurricane insurance costs should be carefully underwritten per lot

    Things to Consider

    Important factors to be aware of before making a decision

    • Flood Zone Proximity
    • High Traffic / Commute Delays

    Community Amenities

    • Gated entrance
    • Clubhouse with social room
    • Resort-style community pool
    • Fitness Center
    • Community dock with Sarasota Bay observation pier
    • Walking paths
    • Over one mile of Sarasota Bay shoreline
    • Cable TV and Internet included in HOA Fees

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is this a gated community?

    Yes, this is a gated community with controlled access.

    What are the schools zoned for this neighborhood?

    Palma Sola Elementary School, Martha B. King Middle School, Manatee High School

    Who provides internet/cable?

    Included in HOA

    What is the CDD fee at Legends Bay?

    The Legends Bay CDD levies an annual O&M assessment — proposed at $2,138.18/year for FY 2025-26 for homes with a certificate of occupancy — plus a separate annual debt-service assessment for the district's Series 2007A bonds. Both appear on the Manatee County tax bill. One 2025 listing showed total CDD of ~$3,739/year. Confirm the exact figure for the specific parcel before buying.

    Can I build a custom home at Legends Bay?

    Yes. Medallion Home offers semi-custom and fully custom builds, including homesite-only purchases with in-house drafting support for structural changes and elevated construction on select homesites to capture bay views.

    Is flood insurance required at Legends Bay?

    It depends on the lot. Because the community sits on Sarasota Bay, FEMA flood zone designations vary across the community. Verify the zone for the specific address; some homes in the community have been noted as not requiring flood insurance, while bayfront lots may carry higher-risk designations.

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