Terra Ceia Homes for Sale in Terra Ceia - 6 homes

Remarks: Welcome home to a peaceful retreat nestled in the heart of Terra Ceia, where natural beauty surrounds you at every turn. As you wind through the community, you’ll immediately feel a sense of calm before arriving at this stunning residence, framed by lush tropical landscaping and captivating curb appeal. Access is effortless with both elevator and stair entry leading to the main living level as well as the 3rd floor. Inside, rich wood flooring flows seamlessly throughout, setting a warm and inviting tone. The expansive living room is ideal for entertaining or unwinding, showcasing tranquil views of the shimmering saltwater lake and opening to a private balcony perfect for enjoying gentle breezes and serene sunsets. A versatile study or den just off the living area provides the ideal space for a home office or quiet retreat. The kitchen is designed to inspire, offering abundant cabinetry and countertop space to satisfy any home chef. A second private balcony makes outdoor grilling both convenient and enjoyable. The adjoining formal dining room is perfectly suited for hosting gatherings, while a well-placed half bath completes this level. Upstairs, the third floor features a full-size laundry room and a spacious primary suite that serves as a true sanctuary. Enjoy your own private balcony, a generous walk-in closet, and a beautifully appointed ensuite bath. Two additional bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned down the hall, sharing a full bathroom and a private balcony with picturesque lake views. Step outside and immerse yourself in the tranquil surroundings. Your private dock invites you to relax by the water or enjoy peaceful moments lakeside. An oversized swim spa offers the perfect place to unwind after a long day, while multiple seating areas throughout the grounds create inviting spaces for conversation or quiet reflection. The expansive garage provides ample room for vehicles, storage, or even a workshop tailored to fit your lifestyle needs. For those seeking direct access to Gulf waters and exceptional fishing, a rare opportunity awaits. The vacant lot across the street is available for purchase at $175,000, offering a newly installed dock and additional space for parking or entertaining. This is more than a home, it’s a serene escape in one of Terra Ceia’s most peaceful settings. Don’t miss your opportunity to own your own slice of paradise. Schedule your private showing today. Click Tour 2 For Matterport Tour.

Listing is courtesy of: RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP (941-758-7777)

Listing Agent: Gregory Zies, Llc (941-779-3081)

Remarks: Under contract-accepting backup offers. This remarkable Terra Ceia Island home stood strong through recent storms—Debby, Helene, and Milton—thanks to its elevated first floor, approximately 16 feet above ground level, providing lasting security and peace of mind. Embrace the charm of Old Florida living at 1215 Bayshore Drive, a custom waterfront residence built in 2000 featuring 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and over 3,000 sq. ft. of beautifully crafted living space on 3.25 acres of serene waterfront property. A picturesque drive and lush landscaping lead to a welcoming front porch that highlights the home’s quality construction. Inside, natural light and tranquil views fill the open floor plan, where the great room, dining room, and foyer open to a screened back porch through elegant French doors. A flexible bonus room serves perfectly as an office, playroom, or TV room, complemented by a convenient half bath. The chef’s kitchen showcases custom wood cabinetry, granite counters, a gas range, stainless steel appliances, and a unique antique marble-topped oak island. A cozy breakfast nook and oversized laundry room—with a 1920s cast iron farm sink and walk-in pantry—add practicality and charm. A guest ensuite on the main level features a walk-in closet and stylish bath with beehive tile flooring and walk-in shower. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a walk-in closet, updated spa bath with Jacuzzi tub, open shower, and dual vanities. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the upper level. Notable features include custom millwork, ceiling fans throughout, a whole-house vacuum system, alarm system, and framed space for a future elevator. The ground level provides two covered parking spaces, a mudroom, and ample storage areas. Outdoors, enjoy a 23' x 24' air-conditioned workshop/studio with attic storage, a freshwater pond with artesian well, a fenced vegetable garden, solar-powered gate, and multiple parking options for vehicles or boats. Follow the 125-ft boardwalk to the observation deck for kayaking or fishing adventures. Ideally located near Sarasota, Bradenton, St. Petersburg, and Tampa—and minutes from the Gulf beaches—this property offers the perfect blend of tranquility, craftsmanship, and coastal accessibility. Experience the timeless appeal of Terra Ceia Island, home to Florida’s oldest continuously operating civic association.

Listing is courtesy of: BHHS FLORIDA PROPERTIES GROUP (813-908-8788)

Listing Agent: Tammy Waugh, Pa (813-404-1533)

Remarks: One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to Terra Ceia Island, one of Manatee County’s best-kept secrets for a true “Old Florida” waterfront lifestyle, where peace, privacy, and coastal beauty take center stage. A true water & nature-rich island community that is surrounded by protected waters, the Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve (24,000 acres) and nearby conservation lands, helping keep the area naturally beautiful and less overdeveloped. This NEWLY RENOVATED home offers the perfect blend of quiet coastal living and the freedom to enjoy the outdoors, whether your weekends are spent boating, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, biking, taking photography, or soaking in the Florida sun. This thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence features added square footage for a more open and functional layout, creating a bright, airy living space designed for everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. At the heart of the home is a BRAND-NEW KITCHEN with added COFFEE BAR ready for your personal style, complete with NEW cabinetry, NEW island with waterfall countertop, fixtures, hardware, stainless steel farmhouse sink, and disposal. A Florida room has been NEWLY added that is purposely filled with natural light, featuring BRAND-NEW hurricane impact windows and a large slider door. Perfect for morning coffee, evening cocktails, or relaxing after a day on the water. Major improvements have already been completed, giving the next owner confidence and long-term value, including a metal roof and a BRAND-NEW FRONT DOOR SYSTEM that elevates both curb appeal and storm-ready strength. The garage has been upgraded with a BRAND-NEW HURRICANE-RESISTANT, INSULATED GARAGE DOOR complete with window features for added natural light, while inside, you’ll find BRAND-NEW INTERIOR DOORS and hardware, NEW bathroom vanities, fixtures, and mirrors, and NEW electrical high hats throughout for a clean finish. Step outside to enjoy your own private retreat featuring a BRAND-NEW HEATED SALTWATER POOL and SPA with underwater lighting and a NEW TRAVERTINE DECK that can be expanded for additional patio space. For buyers who crave active coastal living, the property also features a BRAND-NEW DOCK made for entertaining and/or set for a boat lift installation for boaters. Also, a kayak/paddleboard/jet ski ramp, making it incredibly easy to embrace the Terra Ceia lifestyle right from the start. Outside, the home shines with FRESH HIGH-GRADE EXTERIOR PAINT on both the body and accents, BRAND-NEW exterior lighting, and NEW house numbers. Plus, a freshly refreshed front yard featuring NEW SEASHELL spread across the landscape, creating a coastal look with immediate visual impact. What makes this property especially exciting is the opportunity it offers: the big-ticket items and most upgrades are already complete, allowing the next buyer to step in and truly make it their own. Finish the interior with your preferred paint colors, then personalize the backyard, whether you envision continuing the shell design, expanding the pool deck for a larger entertainment space, or laying down sod for a lush, grassy yard. A rare Terra Ceia Island offering that combines lifestyle, location, and meaningful renovations. This is coastal Florida living with the freedom to customize the final touches to match your vision! Located 15 minutes from Downtown Bradenton, 20-25 minutes to Downtown St. Petersburg, 35-45 minutes to Holmes Beach/Anna Maria Beach, and 30 minutes to UTC Mall Area. Contact Us for Further Details & Private Showings

Listing is courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY (941-366-8070)

Listing Agent: Janette Schafer (954-298-7791)

Remarks: Terra Ceia, also known as Heavenly Earth, is the name of the State Archaeological Site of the Madeira Bickel Mound. This remarkable custom-built home, which has remained high and dry despite the 2024 storms, offers 4,055 square feet of air-conditioned space and 5,641 square feet of wraparound porches, screened lanai, and three open-air decks. It is perfectly situated on 1.66 acres of private uplands with a fenced yard. A decorative electric gate opens on your command, inviting you to stay and observe the natural bird habitat in an artesian pond. A private elevator takes you to the main levels of this spacious and open home, featuring soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, all-wood cabinets, a gas fireplace, granite countertops, and arched entries. The grand foyer with a wraparound staircase will also take you to all the well-used spaces in this home, which include two offices and a morning room. The three spacious bedrooms are all en suite, with the master suite offering a large jetted tub, a large separate walk-in shower with its own water heater, double sinks, a dressing vanity, and a spacious closet. A fabulous air-conditioned observatory with a wet bar, open deck, offers a 180-degree view of nature and Terra Ceia Bay. Enjoy the convenience of a community boat ramp. You will appreciate the side entry oversized garage with ample storage space. Located in a quiet yet convenient area, you will experience the Old Florida feeling of relaxation as you explore this 4,200-acre protected land surrounding the island. Recent updates include(Roof and gutters 2025, exterior painted, electric gate motor replaced)

Listing is courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY (941-388-3966)

Listing Agent: Babette Paige (941-587-1045)

Remarks: Welcome to an exceptional coastal retreat in the sought-after waterfront community of Terra Ceia, where refined craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and true Florida boating lifestyle come together in perfect harmony. Custom-built in 2020, this four-bedroom, four-bathroom, three-story residence with elevator and a three-car garage offers a rare blend of luxury, functionality, and timeless coastal elegance. From the moment you arrive, the home makes a striking impression with its metal roof, paver driveway, lush landscaping, and a welcoming breezeway that leads to the front double doors with leaded-glass detail. Step inside and you are immediately greeted by travertine floors and Brazilian teak stairs and flooring on all levels. The open-concept main living area seamlessly connects the living room, dining space, and kitchen, with expansive windows framing serene water views and filling the home with natural light. The dining area features beautiful built-in cabinetry and a dry bar, perfect for hosting intimate dinners or larger gatherings. The kitchen is a true showpiece, anchored by a large two-tiered island with bar-style seating and finished with Brazilian quartzite countertops, custom cabinetry, and a walk-in pantry. Coastal teal and white accents, a mosaic tile backsplash with seashell inlay, professional series stainless steel appliances with integrated technology, a built-in ovens, and glass-front cabinets add personality and sophistication. French doors open to a private balcony, ideal for enjoying morning coffee, alfresco meals, or a sunset cocktail with water views as your backdrop. The primary suite is a peaceful retreat, highlighted by a bay window with built-in bench seating and storage, oversized cedar-lined dual walk-in closets with custom organizers, and a beautifully appointed en suite bathroom featuring separate vanities and a bespoke walk-in shower with marble tile and multiple shower heads. A private elevator provides effortless access to all levels of the home, including the additional floors that offer two more bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a dedicated home office—perfect for today’s flexible lifestyles. The in-law suite with its own entrance, private balcony, bathroom, and kitchenette offers incredible versatility for guests, multigenerational living, or a private workspace. Outdoors, the property truly shines. A separate waterfront outdoor pavilion and the backyard is an entertainer’s dream and a personal oasis, complete with an outdoor kitchen, sparkling saltwater pool, and a private 60-foot boat dock with canal access that leads directly out to Tampa Bay. Adding to its appeal, this home was built to the latest hurricane standards, with a metal roof and impact-rated windows. Enjoy convenient access to Tampa International Airport, Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport, with a mix of local and national dining and shopping options. There are quick connections to I-75, I-275, US 41, US 301, and US 19. This is a rare opportunity to own a meticulously designed waterfront home that delivers luxury finishes, exceptional flexibility, and premier boating access in one of Florida’s most distinctive and desirable coastal communities.

Listing is courtesy of: COMPASS FLORIDA LLC (305-851-2820)

Listing Agent: Martha Harrison (863-956-7762)

Remarks: Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to island time on Terra Ceia Island—where life slows down, the water is always calling, and every day feels like a getaway. For boating enthusiasts, this property is the ultimate setup. Situated on a canal with a private dock, private boat ramp, and 8,000-lb lift, this home was designed for spontaneous adventures. No trailering. No waiting. Just drop the boat and go—whether it’s fishing, cruising the bay, or heading out to the Gulf. This one-of-a-kind Key West–style home was made for buyers who want something different… something with personality, views, and a direct connection to the boating lifestyle. The first level offers a generous garage and storage space for all the essentials of island living—boats, bikes, fishing gear, and everything you need to be on the water at a moment’s notice. Upstairs on the second floor, the main living area is light, bright, and welcoming, with a relaxed energy that instantly makes you feel at home. Just off the living space is a large covered, screened-in porch—the kind of spot you’ll use year-round for dining, relaxing, and catching those glowing west-facing sunset views while enjoying the coastal breeze without the elements. A guest bedroom and bath complete this level, making it comfortable and functional for everyday living or hosting visitors. Then comes the showstopper—take the spiral staircase up to the third floor, where you’ll find a private retreat featuring the primary suite, an additional guest bedroom, and elevated views that feel like you’re floating above it all. From here, you can soak in the unobstructed sightlines of the iconic Sunshine Skyway Bridge, creating a backdrop that changes by the hour with sunsets, passing boats, and open sky. And while the home itself is special, the lifestyle here is what truly sets it apart. Terra Ceia is known for its active, close-knit community where residents spend their days biking, walking, and enjoying the outdoors. A local fruit stand and quaint post office add to the island’s old-Florida charm. Seabreeze Park offers members access to pickleball courts, a playground, covered pavilion, and a boat ramp—all surrounded by the beauty of Terra Ceia Bay. If you’ve been searching for a home that delivers not just a place to live, but a true waterfront lifestyle—with unforgettable views, effortless boating, and a welcoming island community—this is where your story begins.

Listing is courtesy of: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY (941-739-6777)

Listing Agent: Ariel Sarmiento, Llc (941-812-7581)