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

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

Parkside is one of those neighborhoods people love once they find it. The streets are lined with mature trees, lots of homes back up to ponds or woods, and the low HOA dues and no CDD keep monthly costs down. 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 Parkside?

Parkside sits off 34th Avenue East near 69th Street East, with streets such as 70th Court East and 70th Glen East. Its neighbor to the west is Arbor Creek. From here you’re close to:

• I-75 and I-275 for Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota
• US-41 and US-301 shopping, dining and banking
• The Ellenton Premium Outlets and the Bradenton Area Convention Center
• The Manatee River, downtown Palmetto and Bradenton

Homes in Parkside

Homes were built in the mid-2000s by Windward Homes, a Tampa Bay builder that later became part of K. Hovnanian. You’ll find single-story and two-story plans with three or four bedrooms, open floor plans and two-car garages, generally from about 1,300 to 2,500 square feet. Many lots back up to ponds or wooded areas, some are oversized, and lots of homes have their own pools.

Recent listings have ranged from about $350,000 for a smaller three-bedroom home to around $460,000 for larger or pool homes. Because homes rarely come up for sale, each listing tends to get attention.

Amenities and HOA

• Neighborhood park with a playground
• Sidewalks throughout the community
• Common-area irrigation and landscaping

Keeping the amenity list short is what keeps dues low. Recent listings show low HOA dues and no CDD, so your monthly cost competes well against newer communities with pools, clubhouses and CDD fees. For some buyers that trade is a clear win; for others, a pool and clubhouse matter more. 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.

Schools serving Parkside

Recent listings show James Tillman Elementary, Buffalo Creek Middle and Palmetto High as the zoned schools. Boundaries can change, so verify current assignments with the School District of Manatee County.

Buying or selling in Parkside

Lower carrying costs are a real advantage when you sell. Pond views, pools, and the age of the roof and air conditioning all move value, and I’ll factor those into a pricing comparison so buyers see the full picture. Getting ready to list? Read Preparing Your Home to Sell. Comparing nearby neighborhoods? See Arbor Creek, Fosters Creek and Northwood Park, or read Moving to Palmetto, FL: 10 Top Relocation Questions Answered.

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

Parkside questions people ask

Where is Parkside in Palmetto, FL?

Parkside is in east Palmetto, Florida (ZIP 34221), off 34th Avenue East near 69th Street East, with streets such as 70th Court East and 70th Glen East. It sits next to Arbor Creek, a few minutes from I-75 and I-275.

Who built the homes in Parkside?

Windward Homes, a Tampa Bay builder that later became part of K. Hovnanian, built the homes in the mid-2000s.

Does Parkside have an HOA or CDD?

Parkside has an HOA with low dues, and recent listings show no CDD. Confirm the current dues and check the specific home’s tax bill.

Does Parkside have a community pool?

No. The shared amenities are a neighborhood park, a playground and sidewalks, which helps keep dues low. Many homes have their own private pools.

What do homes in Parkside cost?

Recent listings have ranged from about $350,000 for a smaller three-bedroom home to around $460,000 for larger or pool homes. Call or text me for current numbers.

What schools serve Parkside?

Recent listings show James Tillman Elementary, Buffalo Creek Middle and Palmetto High as the zoned schools. Verify current assignments with the School District of Manatee County.

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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

• Northwood Park – pond-view homes, low HOA and no CDD
• 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
• 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