By Linda Reynolds, Broker, Reynolds Realty Gulf Coast (License #BK3021695) · Updated November 2026
Quick answer: River Isles is a 55+ community of single-family homes on the Braden River in Bradenton, Florida (ZIP 34208), just off State Road 64 about two miles west of I-75. Most homes were built from the early 1970s to the mid-1980s and have two bedrooms and two baths. Residents have a clubhouse, a heated pool, shuffleboard and a private 9-hole executive golf course, and HOA dues are about $60 a month with no CDD, per recent listings.
River Isles is one of Bradenton’s most affordable 55+ communities, and it has a lot going for it: a busy clubhouse, a heated pool, river views and its own golf course, all on quiet streets with sidewalks. Watch the tour above, then read on for what you need to know. For the bigger picture, see my Bradenton real estate guide.
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River Isles at a glance
- Location: Bradenton, FL 34208, on the Braden River off State Road 64, about 2 miles west of I-75
- Type: deed-restricted 55+ community, buyer approval required
- Built: early 1970s to mid-1980s
- Homes: mostly 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family homes, about 900 to 2,000+ square feet
- Amenities: clubhouse, heated pool, fitness room, library, shuffleboard, private 9-hole executive golf course
- HOA: about $60 a month ($180 a quarter) in recent listings
- CDD: none, per recent listings
- Recent prices: roughly the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$400,000s
Where is River Isles?
River Isles sits on the Braden River just south of State Road 64, about two miles west of I-75. You turn in at Oakleaf Boulevard, and the streets wind back toward the river. From here you’re close to:
- Shopping, groceries, restaurants and medical offices along State Road 64
- I-75 toward Tampa and Sarasota
- Lakewood Ranch and downtown Bradenton
- Sarasota Bradenton International Airport
- Anna Maria Island and the Gulf beaches
Clubhouse, pool and golf
The clubhouse is the center of life in River Isles. It has a library, an exercise room, a game room, meeting rooms and a secure mail room, and residents keep a full calendar of social activities. Right next door is a large heated pool, so you can swim all year, plus shuffleboard courts.
Golfers have their own private 9-hole executive course, par 30 and about 1,600 yards, which opened in 1968. Membership is optional and paid yearly, and golf carts are welcome on community streets. The community also sits along the Braden River, with water views and spots for fishing.
Homes in River Isles
River Isles is made up of single-family homes built from the early 1970s to the mid-1980s, most of them concrete block and stucco with two bedrooms, two baths and a one- or two-car garage. Sizes run from about 900 to more than 2,000 square feet, and some homes have a third bedroom, an enclosed Florida room, or a view of the river or the golf course. Updates vary a lot from home to home, so the roof, windows, air conditioning and kitchen make a big difference in price.
Recent listings have ranged from roughly the mid-$200,000s for an original home to the mid-$400,000s for a larger updated home or one on the water.
HOA, 55+ rules and flood zones
HOA dues are low, about $60 a month ($180 a quarter) in recent listings, and recent listings show no CDD. Dues help cover the pool, clubhouse, common areas and reserves. River Isles is deed restricted, buyer approval is required, and there are rules on things like trucks, RVs and fences, so ask for the documents early. Fees and rules can change, so always confirm the details with the association. My guide to HOAs, CDDs and 55+ communities can help you compare costs.
Because River Isles is on the Braden River, some homes may be in a flood zone. Check the flood zone and get an insurance quote early for any home you’re considering. My guides to flood zones and flood insurance and Florida homeowners insurance explain what to ask.
Buying or selling in River Isles
In an established community like River Isles, updates, the roof age and the view drive 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. Comparing other 55+ options? See Ironwood, Bayshore on the Lake and Cortez Villas, or read Moving to Bradenton, FL: 10 Top Relocation Questions Answered.
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River Isles questions people ask
Where is River Isles in Bradenton, FL?
River Isles is in Bradenton, Florida (ZIP 34208), on the Braden River just south of State Road 64 and about two miles west of I-75. The main entrance is off Oakleaf Boulevard.
Is River Isles a 55+ community?
Yes. River Isles is a deed-restricted 55+ community, and the association requires buyer approval. Ask for the current age and occupancy rules before you make an offer.
What are the HOA fees in River Isles?
HOA dues are low, about $60 a month ($180 a quarter) in recent listings, and recent listings show no CDD. Dues help cover the clubhouse, pool, common areas and reserves. Confirm the current amount with the association.
Does River Isles have a golf course?
Yes. River Isles has a private 9-hole executive golf course, par 30, that opened in 1968. Membership is optional and paid yearly, and golf carts are allowed in the community.
What amenities does River Isles have?
Residents have a clubhouse with a library, exercise room, game room, meeting rooms and a mail room, plus a heated pool, shuffleboard, the golf course and views of the Braden River.
How much do homes cost in River Isles?
Recent listings have ranged from roughly the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$400,000s, depending on size, updates and whether the home is on the water or the golf course.
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