The real estate success story of Parrish has been largely written by master-planned development projects such as North River Ranch. Eight developers are dedicated to making North River Ranch one of the most desirable places to live in Manatee County, and national home builder Pulte is in charge of Wildleaf and Brightwood.

Located to the west of Highway 301 along Moccasin Wallow Road, Brightwood is the flagship gated community of North River Ranch. Over the last couple of years, Pulte has completed more than 300 single-family homes built on floor plans that measure between 1,580 and 2,894 square feet. At Brightwood North River Ranch, five-bedroom estates such as the Trailside model inspired by American Craftsman architecture can be found next to a three-bedroom Cedar model built in the Tuscan style.

“Love Where You Live” is the suburban planning philosophy applied by all builders in charge of developing North River Ranch. Brightwood is a perfect example of this philosophy; Pulte adheres to principles of quality construction, energy efficiency, resistance to hurricanes, and modern home design. In a model such as the Mystique, the open-concept floor lets space flow from the designer kitchen to the great room and cafe areas. Pulte is known for its innovative floor plans that take advantage of every square foot, and this is why some models offer interesting features such as lofts, bonus rooms, and storage space in the garage.

As of August 2024, pricing at Brightwood North River Ranch started around $465K for a new three-bedroom home. All properties here have been completed in recent years. Along with the other neighborhoods in North River Ranch, Brightwood has experienced the greatest appreciation of property values since 2020. Latest pricing at Brightwood North River Ranch Parrish will be found below if there is inventory.

Moving into Brightwood means being able to enjoy the quality lifestyle that is a hallmark of North River Ranch. The resort-style amenities start with the Brightwood Pavilion clubhouse and recreation center, where you can enjoy swimming, exercising, or mingling with neighbors and guests in the game room. The Greenway is a connected network of trails and pocket parks that let you explore nature on foot or a bicycle thanks to the community bike share program. These trails also take you to the Market Walk shopping center for shopping at Publix, the Village Center for dining and entertainment, and Camp Creek for family fun.

Brightwood and the rest of the North River Ranch villages have attracted home buyers who commute to Bradenton, Sarasota, and the Tampa Bay region. You can drive less than 45 minutes to the beaches of Anna Maria Island or St. Petersburg. North River Ranch is contiguous to public schools, a medical center, and the State College of Florida.