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About The Villas
The Villas at the River is a 55+ community offering 32 well-appointed semi-attached fee-simple homes nestled near the scenic banks of the Manatee River. Most residences feature 2-bedroom, 2-bath layouts (there are a few 1 and 3 bdrm layouts) complete with either a shared garage or carport. Residents enjoy the added benefit of low monthly association fees, making these homes both comfortable and cost-effective.
About Manatee County
Manatee County's 27 miles of white sand beaches edge the gulf sides of Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key, barrier islands that attract more than 2 million visitors a year. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the population was 399,710. The county is named for the Florida manatee, Florida's official marine mammal.
About Bradenton
Bradenton sits south of the Manatee River on Tampa Bay and serves as the county's most active city. It features a thriving arts scene at Village of the Arts, numerous antique shops, and cultural attractions including The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature boasting a manatee aquarium, the Riverwalk waterfront district, and enjoy shopping at Downtown Bradenton's Saturday Morning Market. Just five miles west, visitors can explore De Soto National Memorial. As of the 2020 census, the city's population is 55,698.
Bradenton's Climate
Bradenton, FL enjoys pleasant weather year-round thanks to its Gulf Coast location. Summers bring temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s with occasional hotter days. Winters stay mild, rarely dropping below 40°F. The area receives about 50 inches of rain annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Things to Do
Beyond its beautiful beaches, Bradenton features diverse activities including kayaking, boating, parks, museums, and dining options. Visitors can explore Manatee Village Historical Park, wander through Palma Sola Botanical Park, experience nature at Robinson Preserve, or hunt for treasures at the Red Barn Flea Market Plaza. Like Baseball? You can catch a game a LECOM Park where you can enjoy Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training, and the Bradenton Marauders (Single-A affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates) play.
Villas Community Resources
Coastal Community Management's owner, Mr. Bob Parham plays a vital role in creating a welcoming and connected environment for all residents, sharing important updates to keep everyone informed. Mr. Parham works closely with the board of directors and committees to implement community initiatives and uphold community guidelines.
Phone: 941-932-8064
Email: coastalcommunitymgmt1@verizon.net
Contact us
Contact us via the online form to learn more about the community.
Board Meetings
The Villas Board of Directors meet on the third
Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm in the Alpha-Omega Room from September through May.
No meetings are held in June, July or August.
In the case of special circumstances, a meeting may be called as needed.
2025-2026 Board Meeting Dates:
September 17th, 2025 October 15th, 2025
November 19th, 2025 December 17th, 2025
January 21st, 2026 February 18th, 2026
March 18th, 2026. April 15th 2026
May 20th, 2026
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