Palma Sola Bay Club in Bradenton is a clear example of good things can certainly come out following periods of adversity. This low-rise waterfront condominium began development in 2008 but fell victim to the throes of the Great American Recession. In 2014, however, Palma Sola Bay Club is once again under construction, and units are selling at a very fast pace.

The architectural design of Palma Sola Bay Club takes a break from the Mediterranean revival style seen across Southwest Florida; the 23 buildings feature an attractive look that is essentially a modern take on the Key West style. Unlike the massive high-rise residential towers of Miami Beach, each building at Palma Sola Bay Club houses just three units per floor.

The floor plans at Palma Sola Bay Club range from the cozy to the grand. A two-bedroom and two-bathroom unit built on 1,657 square feet of air-conditioned space starts at $282K. Three-bedroom units built on 1,857 square feet are located on the top floors of each building and feature extras such as soaking bath tubs and granite towers. Pricing in this community will vary according to the proximity to the spectacular view of Palma Sola Bay and the gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico.

All buildings in this community are arranged around two large ponds that attract ospreys, herons and other Florida birds. A gated portion of Palma Sola Bay Club features even more nature areas that have been preserved to protect the mangroves along the shore. Home buyers can choose from views of the wetlands, the ponds or Palma Sola Bay.

The developers are planning a heated swimming pool, an elegant clubhouse, an exercise room, a game room, and a fitness center. In the near future, a dog park, putting area and canoe launch will be completed. Families are served by the following Manatee County public schools: Seabreeze Elementary, Sugg Middle and Bayshore High. The prestigious IMG Academies are located nearby as well as the Gulf of Mexico beaches of Anna Maria, Bradenton and Cortez.