5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE, BRADENTON, FL, 34203
Active27 days on marketListed Jun 26, 2026MLS #A4698062
About this home
5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE
Welcome to your own private retreat in the award-winning community of River Forest, where timeless craftsmanship meets the beauty of Old Florida. This custom-built 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and adventure. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home features a dedicated office, spacious loft/game room, and an open, thoughtfully designed floor plan filled with natural light. Step outside to your backyard oasis complete with a custom built pool, relaxing hot tub, and gas outdoor kitchen—ideal for hosting family and friends year-round. Beyond the lanai, launch your kayak or paddleboard from your own backyard and explore the peaceful creek leading directly to the Braden River, where fishing, wildlife, and unforgettable sunsets become part of your daily routine. Inside, you'll appreciate the quality construction and thoughtful upgrades including impact-rated windows and doors throughout, a gas range, gas tankless water heater, gas pool heater, and a hookup for a dual-fuel generator, all running off of a buried propane tank. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will love the oversized 4-car tandem garage offering exceptional storage and workspace. Residents of River Forest enjoy access to a community boat dock and take pride in living in one of the area's most distinctive neighborhoods. Renowned for its commitment to preserving Florida's natural beauty, River Forest has received numerous awards for its environmental stewardship, landscape design, and community planning. This is more than a home—it's a lifestyle where nature, recreation, and exceptional living come together in one extraordinary setting.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
3,110
Sqft
0.54 ac
Lot size
4
Garage
2015
Year built
Three Or More
Levels
$394
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$7,850 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$7,850/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
+76.3%
Days on market
27 vs 53 typical
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside River Forest
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Bradenton. See the full Bradenton guide →
River Forest — neighborhood snapshot
Population
35
Median age
63
Median income
$88,359
Median home value
$92,100
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
1%
For the school run
Manatee County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Bradenton market
$410K → $424K
Bradenton median sold, yr/yr
95.7%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
Median sold price, Bradenton, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 413% above the BRADENTON 34203 median. See the full Bradenton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $7,850/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $113/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE?+
The association fee works out to $113 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $6,092. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Bradenton?+
At $1,225,000, this home is listed about 210% above the Bradenton median of $395,740. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5911 RIVER FOREST CIRCLE?+
Braden River High School (high), William H. Bashaw Elementary (elementary), Braden River Middle School (middle) — Manatee County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,225,000 runs 413% above the BRADENTON 34203 median — but at 3,110 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Bradenton listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $1,250,000, now $1,225,000 — a $25K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Rhiannon Hutchinson. MLS #A4698062.
IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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