Northwood Park, Palmetto FL: Low HOA, No CDD Neighborhood Guide & Video Tour

By Linda Reynolds, Broker, Reynolds Realty Gulf Coast (License #BK3021695) · Updated November 2026

Northwood Park is one of those neighborhoods people fall in love with. It’s small and friendly, with pond views, a fountain and gazebo for watching the sunset, and you’re still just minutes from I-75, I-275 and the Ellenton outlets. Watch the tour above, then read on for what you need to know. For the bigger picture, see my Palmetto, FL area guide.

Where is Northwood Park?

The community is entered from 69th Street East, with homes along 70th Street Circle East. Being so close to the I-75 and I-275 interchange makes it easy to reach:

• St. Petersburg and Clearwater over the Sunshine Skyway
• Tampa, Brandon and Riverview to the north
• Bradenton and Sarasota to the south
• The Ellenton Premium Outlets, just minutes away
• Orlando, about an hour and a half away

Homes in Northwood Park

Homes were built by Bruce Williams Homes, a respected local builder, mostly in the early to mid-2000s. You’ll find one- and two-story block homes with three, four and five bedrooms, open floor plans and two-car garages, ranging from about 1,600 to nearly 4,000 square feet. Many sit on pond lots, including the community pond with its fountain, or back up to wooded areas.

Because the community is so small, homes don’t come up for sale very often, so when one does, it’s worth a look.

Amenities and HOA

• Neighborhood park with a playground and a walking track
• Pond with a fountain and gazebo, and ponds for fishing
• Sidewalks throughout the community

HOA dues are low and paid quarterly, and recent listings show no CDD, which keeps your yearly costs down compared with many newer communities. There is no community pool. Fees and rules can change, so always confirm current details with the association. My guide to HOAs, CDDs and 55+ communities can help you compare costs.

Flood zones and insurance

Many recent listings note homes outside the flood zone, which can mean lower insurance costs. Flood zones are set lot by lot, though, so confirm the designation for the specific home and get an insurance quote early, before your inspection period ends.

Buying or selling in Northwood Park

With so few homes, each sale has an outsized effect on value. Pond views, roof age, impact windows and interior updates all matter, and buyers appreciate the low carrying cost. I’ll help you price with the right comparisons and present what makes your home stand out. Comparing nearby neighborhoods? See Fosters Creek, Parkside and Fresh Meadows, or read Moving to Palmetto, FL: 10 Top Relocation Questions Answered.

Thinking about buying or selling in Northwood Park? Get a free estimate at GulfCoastValues.com, or call or text me at 941-737-6562. I’d love to help.

Northwood Park questions people ask

Where is Northwood Park in Palmetto, FL?

Northwood Park is in north Palmetto, Florida (ZIP 34221), entered from 69th Street East, with homes along 70th Street Circle East. It sits close to the I-75 and I-275 interchange, and the Ellenton outlets are just minutes away.

How many homes are in Northwood Park?

About 117, and many of them back up to ponds or wooded areas.

Who built the homes in Northwood Park?

Most homes were built in the early to mid-2000s by Bruce Williams Homes, a respected local builder. They are one- and two-story block homes with three, four or five bedrooms, about 1,600 to nearly 4,000 square feet.

Does Northwood Park have an HOA or CDD?

There is an HOA with low dues paid quarterly, and recent listings show no CDD. Check the tax bill and HOA documents for the specific home.

What amenities does Northwood Park have?

A neighborhood park with a playground and walking track, a pond with a fountain and gazebo, ponds for fishing and sidewalks throughout. There is no community pool.

Is Northwood Park in a flood zone?

Many recent listings note homes outside the flood zone, but zones are set lot by lot. Confirm for the specific home and get an insurance quote before you make an offer.

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Explore More Palmetto Neighborhoods

Start with my Palmetto, FL area guide, or compare nearby communities:

Waterfront and Island Communities

• Snead Island – island living next to Emerson Point Preserve
• Amberwynd – gated Snead Island enclave of custom homes
• Heritage Bay – private Snead Island community of Key West–style homes
• Bay Colony – deep-water canal homes on Terra Ceia Bay
• River Bay – waterfront townhomes near Snead Island
• Riviera Dunes – gated Manatee River marina community
• Sanctuary Cove – gated boating community with a private marina

Golf Communities

• Terra Ceia Golf and Country Club – condos, villas and homes on Terra Ceia Bay
• Fairways at Imperial Lakewoods – golf-course homes with no CDD

Artisan Lakes

• Esplanade at Artisan Lakes – gated lifestyle community with lawn care included
• Eave’s Bend at Artisan Lakes – newer homes with resort-style amenities
• Edgestone at Artisan Lakes – newer townhomes with their own pool

North and East Palmetto

• Fosters Creek – early-2000s homes off 70th Street East
• Fresh Meadows – pool, tennis and playground near Virgil Mills Elementary
• Thousand Oaks – established lake community off Erie Road
• Sheffield Glenn – 2013-era homes near Buffalo Creek Park
• Arbor Creek – 80-foot homesites and low annual dues
• Crystal Lakes – fishing lakes, low HOA and no CDD off Buffalo Road
• Parkside – pond lots and a neighborhood park
• Deer Run – larger lots with no mandatory HOA
• Oak View – homes and townhomes near US-301
• Oak Trail – gated, maintenance-free villas near US-19 and I-275
• Palms of Manasota – quiet 55+ community of homes and lakefront villas
• Sugar Mill Lakes – lakes, tennis courts and playgrounds
• Cypress Pond Estates – small community with lawn care included
• Silverstone North – newer D.R. Horton homes with a pool and clubhouse
• Mandarin Grove – new-construction D.R. Horton homes