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    Gated. Golf. Waterfront. One of West Bradenton's most sought-after communities sitting just minutes from Sarasota Bay.

    Legends Bay is a private gated community in West Bradenton offering a rare combination of golf course living, waterfront access, and modern construction. Homes here were built primarily between 2008 and 2026, giving buyers newer construction quality at a range of price points. The community sits adjacent to Sarasota Bay with a private marina, making it one of the few neighborhoods in the area where you can have a golf course lot, a pool, and boat access under one address.

    • Gated community with private marina and bay access
    • Golf course lots with resort-style amenities
    • Newer construction — majority of homes built 2014–2026
    • Minutes from IMG Academy, SRQ Airport, and downtown Sarasota

    Legends Bay Market Snapshot | March 2026

    As of March 4, 2026, there are 14 active listings in Legends Bay ranging from $700,000 to $6,875,300. The median list price is $1,224,000 with an average price per square foot of $483. The range reflects the full spectrum of the community — from well-priced resale homes to brand-new custom construction topping $6.8M.

    Eight homes have closed recently with a median sale price of $1,162,500. Sellers received a median of 94.2 cents on the dollar. The most active price range is $725,000–$1,525,000 where all eight closed sales occurred. Well-priced homes moved in as few as 30 days. Overpriced listings sat for up to 318 days before closing or expiring.

    Legends Bay — Common Questions

    What are homes selling for in Legends Bay right now?

    Based on 8 recent closed sales, the median sale price in Legends Bay is $1,162,500. The average sale price is $1,141,875. Homes have sold from $725,000 to $1,525,000 in recent months.

    What is the price per square foot in Legends Bay?

    Recent closed sales averaged $389 per square foot. Active listings are currently priced at an average of $483 per square foot, with brand-new 2026 construction commanding the highest rates above $900 per square foot.

    How long does it take to sell a home in Legends Bay?

    Recent closed sales averaged 176 days on market overall, but well-priced homes moved significantly faster — one closed in just 30 days. Overpriced listings accounted for the longer averages.

    Are Legends Bay homes selling at asking price?

    The median sale-to-list ratio is 94.2%. The best-priced homes achieved as high as 96.8% of list price. Pricing correctly from day one is the single biggest factor in how fast and how close to asking a home sells.

    How many homes are for sale in Legends Bay?

    As of March 4, 2026, there are 14 active listings in Legends Bay priced from $700,000 to $6,875,300.

    Is Legends Bay a buyer's market or seller's market?

    With 14 active listings and no pending contracts in the data, buyers have options across all price points. The sub-$1.5M range has been the most active and will continue to move for sellers who price correctly. Above $3M, inventory is light but buyers have significant leverage given days on market.

    Legends Bay Market Snapshot

    Legends Bay Bradenton — Updated September 2, 2026 | Source: Stellar MLS

    Active Listings

    9

    9 homes · $690K – $4.5M

    Average List Price

    $2.0M

    Median list price $1.4M

    Avg Price Per SqFt

    $531

    Median $447/sqft

    Avg Sale Price

    $1.9M

    6 sold · 96.8% sale-to-list

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    Q1 2026 Waterfront Market Highlights

    • 0114 active listings span $810K to $6.9M, giving buyers genuine optionality across resale, golf-course, and new-construction inventory.
    • 02Average list price of $2.0M against a median of $1.3M signals a small group of high-end custom builds pulling the top end higher.
    • 03Price per square foot averages $502 (median $431), making Legends Bay one of the strongest value plays for newer waterfront-adjacent product near Sarasota Bay.
    • 047 closed sales averaged $1.2M at 93.2% sale-to-list — accurately priced homes are still moving close to ask through Q1 2026.

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