Watercolor new construction homes in Bradenton, FL

    Watercolorby Medallion HomeNew Construction Homes in Bradenton, FL

    Gated
    Zone X - Low Flood Risk
    Close OutGated CommunityLow-Maintenance LivingResort-Style Amenities
    Bradenton, FL
    Cost Report

    Price Range

    $425K to $860K

    Square Footage

    1,436 to 2,956 sq ft

    Est. Monthly Fees

    $392/mo + CDD (unconfirmed)

    Relaxed, low-maintenance Florida living with a social, amenity-centered neighborhood feel — easygoing rather than resort-flashy.

    Quick answer

    Watercolor is a new construction community in Bradenton, FL, with homes priced $425K to $860K, HOA $392/mo, flood Zone X (low risk).

    Price range
    $425K to $860K
    Home sizes
    1,436 to 2,956 sq ft
    HOA
    $392/mo
    CDD / MUD
    Not yet confirmed
    Flood zone
    Zone X (low risk)
    Access
    Gated community
    Builders
    Medallion Home

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    True Monthly Cost

    True monthly cost. Verified amounts are marked; anything unconfirmed is flagged.

    HOA Fee

    $392

    monthly

    CDD / Stewardship

    Not yet confirmed

    Est. Monthly Total

    $392

    community fees

    Special Assessments

    HOA fees vary by home type and home site

    * 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.

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    🏖️ Coastal & Vacation Details

    Short-Term Rental Policy

    No Rentals Allowed

    Flood Zone

    Zone X - Low Risk

    No lender flood insurance requirement

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    Water Access

    🏖️ Beach: 20 miles

    Primary Use Case

    Full-Time Living

    Exterior Materials

    Stucco

    The Vibe

    Morning starts with coffee on a screened lanai, the only sounds being a fountain and a distant mower the homeowner never has to schedule. By nine, the villa streets are quiet — neighbors have walked their dogs along the sidewalk-lined loops and drifted toward the amenity center, where the resort-style pool glints under a hard Florida sun and someone is already claiming a cabana. Lunch might be a quick drive up to the Heritage Harbour Marketplace or into Lakewood Ranch, twenty minutes of air-conditioned errands before the afternoon heat settles in. Evenings are the social hour: the outdoor kitchen at the amenity center fills with the smell of grilling, kids cannonball into the zero-entry pool while their parents trade contractor recommendations and restaurant tips, and the whole scene has the easy rhythm of people who chose this place specifically so they wouldn't have to think about yard work, CDD bills, or hurricane shutters. It's not a party town and it's not a sleepy one — it's the comfortable middle, where the biggest weekend decision is pool versus couch, and the gate at the entrance makes the outside world feel politely far away.

    Construction Update

    Began construction in 2020. Inspiration section actively selling, Reflection villas actively selling. Phase 2 and 3 share amenity center.

    Pros & Cons

    An honest look at this neighborhood

    Pros

    • No CDD fees — a genuine cost advantage over most comparable new communities in the area.
    • Low-maintenance, gated lifestyle with maintenance-assisted villas and a dedicated villa amenity (pool, spa, outdoor kitchen).
    • Established local builder (Medallion Home, since 1984) with strong homeowner reviews and standard impact-resistant windows/doors.

    Cons

    • •HOA dues of roughly $283–$392/month are material, and fees for the Reflection Villas and Artisan neighborhoods are not publicly published.
    • •Ongoing phased construction means some buyers will live near active building for a period

    Things to Consider

    Important factors to be aware of before making a decision

    • Ongoing Construction Noise

    Community Amenities

    • Resort style community pool and spa/hot tub
    • Amenity center with indoor meeting space
    • Outdoor kitchen and grilling/gathering areas
    • Fitness Center
    • Clubhouse
    • Dog park
    • Landscaped green spaces
    • Dedicated Reflection Villas amenity with private pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and gathering area
    • Pond views, golf course views on select homesites
    • Gated Entry

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the schools zoned for this neighborhood?

    Freedom Elementary, Carlos E. Haile Middle, Lakewood Ranch High School

    Is this a gated community?

    Yes, this is a gated community with controlled access.

    Is it spelled "Watercolor Place" or "Watercolour Place"?

    The official builder spelling is "Watercolor Place" — one word, "color" without a "u."

    What are the three neighborhoods within Watercolor Place?

    Reflection Villas (maintenance-assisted attached villas), Inspiration (a mix of villas and single-family homes), and Artisan (larger single-family homes with three-car garages on bigger homesites). Each has its own pricing, HOA structure, and amenity access.

    How far is Watercolor Place from the beach and airports?

    Gulf beaches on Anna Maria Island are roughly 20 miles west; Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport is about 13 miles away; Tampa International and St. Pete-Clearwater International are each around 42 miles north.

    Are the villas really maintenance-free?

    Reflection Villas are maintenance-assisted — the community handles designated exterior upkeep including lawn and landscape care. Because villas are attached homes on a defined footprint, structural modifications are more limited than with the single-family homes.

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