By Linda Reynolds, Broker, Reynolds Realty Gulf Coast (License #BK3021695) · Updated November 2026
Quick answer: Mill Creek is a country-feel neighborhood in east Bradenton, Florida (ZIP 34212), just off State Road 64 about three and a half miles east of I-75 and minutes from Lakewood Ranch. It opened in the late 1980s and was built out in phases, with custom homes on homesites from about half an acre to more than an acre. HOA dues are low and paid yearly, and there is no CDD.
Mill Creek is one of my favorite neighborhoods in east Bradenton. Once you turn in off State Road 64, it feels like you’re out in the country, with big oaks, Spanish moss and homes set way back on large lots. No two homes are alike, and you’re still just minutes from Lakewood Ranch. Watch the tour above, then read on. For the bigger picture, see my Bradenton real estate guide.
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Mill Creek at a glance
- Location: east Bradenton, FL 34212, off State Road 64 about 3½ miles east of I-75
- Built: late 1980s on, in phases I through VII
- Lots: about half an acre to more than an acre
- Homes: custom single-family homes, about 1,600 to 4,000 square feet
- Recent prices: roughly the high $500,000s to over $1 million
- HOA: low annual dues (about $440 to $540 a year in recent listings)
- CDD: none
- Schools: Gene Witt Elementary, Haile Middle, Lakewood Ranch High
Where is Mill Creek?
Mill Creek sits on the south side of State Road 64 in east Bradenton, about three and a half miles east of I-75. Streets wind through the neighborhood off 136th Street East, Rye Road and Upper Manatee River Road. From here you’re close to:
- Lakewood Ranch shopping, dining and Main Street
- I-75 toward Tampa and Sarasota
- The Manatee River, Rye Preserve and Lake Manatee State Park
- Downtown Bradenton and the Gulf beaches
Homes and homesites in Mill Creek
The land is the big draw. Homesites range from about half an acre to more than an acre, many shaded by huge live oaks draped in Spanish moss, with plenty of room for a pool, a garden or a big backyard. Mill Creek first opened in the late 1980s and was built out in phases, so you’ll find classic Florida ranch homes alongside brick traditional homes, Cape Cod styles and larger custom homes from the 2000s and 2010s. Many have pools, big lanais and three-car or oversized garages.
Recent listings have ranged from the high $500,000s for an original 1980s ranch home to over $1 million for a large custom home on an acre.
HOA, deed restrictions and utilities
Mill Creek has a homeowners association with low dues paid once a year, about $440 to $540 a year in recent listings, and there is no CDD, which helps keep your yearly costs down. Deed restrictions keep the neighborhood looking great while still giving you space and privacy. Many homes have public water and sewer, but some older homes may use a well or septic system, so ask for the details on any home you’re considering. My guide to HOAs, CDDs and 55+ communities can help you compare costs.
Schools serving Mill Creek
Recent listings show Gene Witt Elementary, Carlos E. Haile Middle and Lakewood Ranch High as the zoned schools. Verify current assignments with the School District of Manatee County.
Buying or selling in Mill Creek
Because every Mill Creek home is custom, lot size, updates, the roof, the pool and the view can make a big difference in value, and the right comparable sales matter. I’ll help you price your home or make a smart offer based on recent sales in the neighborhood. Thinking about updates first? Read Home Upgrades That Pay Off in Manatee County.
Comparing east Bradenton neighborhoods? See Rye Wilderness Estates, Panther Ridge and River Club, or read Moving to Bradenton, FL: 10 Top Relocation Questions Answered.
Thinking about selling in Mill Creek?
Find out what your home is worth in today’s market with a free, no-obligation estimate, or call or text me at 941-737-6562. I’d love to help.
Mill Creek questions people ask
Where is Mill Creek in Bradenton, FL?
Mill Creek is in east Bradenton, Florida (ZIP 34212), just off State Road 64 about three and a half miles east of I-75. Lakewood Ranch shopping and dining are a few minutes south.
How big are the lots in Mill Creek?
Homesites are large for the area, from roughly half an acre to more than an acre, with many mature oak trees.
Does Mill Creek have an HOA or CDD?
Mill Creek has an HOA with low dues paid once a year, about $440 to $540 a year in recent listings, and there is no CDD. Confirm the current amount and the deed restrictions before you buy.
When were the homes in Mill Creek built?
Mill Creek first opened in the late 1980s and was built out in phases, so homes range from late-1980s ranch homes to custom homes built in the 2000s and 2010s.
What do homes in Mill Creek cost?
Recent listings have ranged from the high $500,000s for an original ranch home to over $1 million for a large custom home on an acre. Call or text me for current numbers.
What schools serve Mill Creek?
Recent listings show Gene Witt Elementary, Carlos E. Haile Middle and Lakewood Ranch High as the zoned schools. Verify current assignments with the School District of Manatee County.
Looking for a home in Mill Creek?
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