Neighborhood · Bradenton, Florida
Candlewood
A quiet Braden River pocket with real staying power
Candlewood sits in the Braden River corridor east of downtown Bradenton, close to the school cluster around Braden River East and neighbors like Heritage Harbour. It's the kind of established residential pocket where turnover is low and the pace is easy — families settle in and stay, drawn to assigned schools like Tara Elementary and Braden River High. The wider Bradenton market gives you Gulf access and Tampa within reach, but the day-to-day here is calm and neighborly.
For a buyer, the headline is scarcity: there are currently zero active listings in Candlewood, and only 8 homes have sold over the past 12 months. When something does come up, it moves — sellers have averaged 96% of asking, with a median sold price of $443,450. Set up alerts and be ready to act, because inventory here doesn't linger. Nearby communities like Oneco and Bay Shore Gardens are worth watching as backups while you wait for the right Candlewood listing.
Candlewood is a community in Bradenton, Florida.
Quick facts
8 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Candlewood
Nothing active right now.
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Every active listing inside the Candlewood boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Candlewood market
8
Sold, last 12 months
$443,450
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
21 days
Median time to sell
Candlewood vs Bradenton
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 5.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Candlewood boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Candlewood is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
Population
195
Median age
41
Median income
$108,889
Median home value
$373,800
Beyond the listings
Living in Candlewood
Appearance oriented
Top 4% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Appearance oriented
Top 11% in the U.S.Smart Chic
Passionate about style, smart chic searches high and low for the perfect look - but not one that will break the bank.
Beliefs
Top 12% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 16% in the U.S.Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Lifestyles
Top 17% in the U.S.Hipster
This population swims against the tide of mainstream culture. Common interests include old music, antiques, and alternative diets (i.e., veganism).
Food & Drink
Top 21% in the U.S.Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
People who close here
Our Bradenton experts
Straight answers
Candlewood FAQs
Is Candlewood a good place to live?+
It's a settled, low-turnover neighborhood in the Braden River area of Bradenton, with homes assigned to Tara Elementary, Braden River Middle, and Braden River High. The quiet pace and family-friendly school cluster are the main draws, and nearby communities like Braden River East round out the area.
Is Candlewood expensive?+
It sits in a mid-range bracket for the Braden River corridor, with a median sold price of $443,450 over the past year. That's an approachable single-family price point for buyers who want an established neighborhood without a luxury premium.
What do homes cost in Candlewood?+
Over the last 12 months, 8 homes sold at a median price of $443,450. There are no active listings right now, so pricing on the next home to hit the market will depend on its size and condition — but recent sales give a solid benchmark.
How is the market in Candlewood?+
It's tight and seller-friendly: zero active listings currently, only 8 sales in the past year, and sellers averaging 96% of their asking price. If you want in, be prepared to move quickly and consider setting up alerts for the broader Bradenton area too.
What about HOA fees and taxes?+
Specific HOA and property tax figures for Candlewood aren't available in the current data, so confirm them on a per-listing basis before you make an offer. Your agent can pull exact numbers for any home as it comes to market.
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