Neighborhood · Palmetto, Florida
Willow Hammock
Quiet Manatee County living close to the water
Willow Hammock sits in Palmetto, a Manatee County town shaped by the Manatee River and its easy reach to the Gulf. It's the kind of pocket where neighbors know each other and the pace stays low, with established communities like Artisan Lakes Esplanade and Trevesta filling out the surrounding area and the Palmetto Historic District adding character just up the road. Families here draw from Palmetto High School and James Tillman Elementary Magnet School, and the whole area still feels tucked away despite its central spot in the region.
For buyers, the reality is that Willow Hammock is a small, tightly held neighborhood — there are currently no active listings, so you'll want to move quickly when one surfaces. Over the past year just three homes sold, at a median of $338,000, and sellers collected 100% of asking on average, which tells you how little inventory changes hands. If nothing's available here, it's worth widening your search across Palmetto homes for sale or nearby West Ellenton to find comparable value.
Willow Hammock is a community in Palmetto, Florida.
Quick facts
3 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Willow Hammock
Nothing active right now.
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Every active listing inside the Willow Hammock boundary
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The Willow Hammock market
3
Sold, last 12 months
$338,000
Median sold price
100%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
81 days
Median time to sell
Willow Hammock vs Palmetto
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 15.6% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Willow Hammock boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Willow Hammock is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
Population
2,129
Median age
34
Median income
$93,108
Median home value
$332,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Willow Hammock
Attitudes
Top 2% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Food & Drink
Top 4% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 5% in the U.S.Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Relationships
Top 7% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Active
Top 7% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Beliefs
Top 8% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
On the calendar
Near Willow Hammock
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Bradenton Marauders vs. Dunedin Blue Jays
Baseball is packed with big hits, close plays, and the tension of every pitch. Nothing compares to the live experience — being there in person is way more exciting than w…
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Bradenton Marauders vs. Dunedin Blue Jays
Baseball is packed with big hits, close plays, and the tension of every pitch. Nothing compares to the live experience — being there in person is way more exciting than w…
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Bradenton Marauders vs. Dunedin Blue Jays
Baseball is packed with big hits, close plays, and the tension of every pitch. Nothing compares to the live experience — being there in person is way more exciting than w…
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Bradenton Marauders vs. Dunedin Blue Jays
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Straight answers
Willow Hammock FAQs
Is Willow Hammock a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, low-turnover Manatee County neighborhood that suits buyers who want a settled community over a fast-changing one. Families benefit from assigned schools including Palmetto High School and James Tillman Elementary Magnet School, and downtown Tampa is about 47 minutes away when you need the city.
Is Willow Hammock expensive?+
It sits in a moderate range for the area, with a median list price of $349,950 and recent sales landing around $338,000. That makes it approachable compared to Gulf-front pricing while still holding value in a tight market — you can compare against the broader Palmetto homes for sale to gauge fit.
What do homes cost in Willow Hammock?+
The three homes sold over the past 12 months came in at a median of $338,000, and the current median list price is $349,950. With no active listings right now, expect pricing to firm up quickly when a home does come to market.
How is the market in Willow Hammock?+
It's a seller's market driven by scarcity — there are zero active listings and only three sales in the last year. Those sellers averaged 100% of asking, so buyers should be ready to act decisively and consider nearby Trevesta if timing doesn't line up.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Specific HOA and tax figures for Willow Hammock aren't available in the current data, so confirm them directly for any listing you pursue. Costs can vary by home here, and your agent can pull the exact assessments before you make an offer.
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