Of all the 55+ neighborhoods in Manatee County, Mirabella Bradenton is one of the most attractive and interesting. Located south of the Palma Sola district, Mirabella is a gated community that sits on the former site of the Village Green golf course. Mirabella Bradenton holds the distinction of having been recognized for excellence in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) by the Southeast Building Conference; this give prospective home buyers the opportunity to live in one of the most sustainable communities in Southwest Florida.

The tight adherence to LEED standards translates into energy savings for Mirabella Bradenton homeowners. In 2024, the average electric bill in this neighborhood was around $75 per month; this is considerably lower than the average for Florida households. For homeowners who have installed additional solar panels, the savings are even more substantial since they are actually providing more energy to the Florida Power & Light grid.

Properties at Mirabella buck the new construction trend in Manatee County in the sense that they offer more living space. Even two-bedroom homes with two bathrooms are built on floor plans with at least 1,525 square feet of interior. The architectural style follows Mediterranean revival design, and the LEED standards make the living spaces bright and airy. The larger three-bedroom homes measure up to 1,764 square feet. Latest pricing at Mirabella Bradenton will be found below if there is inventory.

Everything in this neighborhood has been designed to make it safe and amenable for residents. Mirabella was built on the higher sections of the old golf course, which means that it is not a flood plain. The homes have hurricane-proof features and the utility cables are buried underground. All homes are equipped with smart thermostats, and they all have luxurious details such as stainless steel appliances, coach lights, decorative moldings, and shiny ceramic floor tiles.

Active seniors will love the swimming pool, clubhouse, indoor gym, spa, walking trails, and dog park. Over the last two years, a tight-knit community has developed among residents who organize card games, parties, trips, and social events. Everything is close to Mirabella; the commercial district along Manatee Avenue features grocery stores such as Winn Dixie along with banks, cafes, restaurants, and pharmacies. The Cortez Village and its legendary seafood restaurants like the Star Fish Dockside are just five minutes away, and you will not have to drive more than 15 minutes to visit the beaches of Anna Maria Island.