Parrish, Florida

Parrish is in a growth spurt, with a remarkable amount of new construction underway. Not surprising, since this is such a central location for those who may want to live in an area that is in commuting distance to Bradenton, Sarasota, St. Petersburg and Tampa. In general, Parrish homes offer good value a convenient location. Browse the newest real estate listings in Parrish, FL.

Schools & Education

Parrish students attend Manatee County Public Schools. The district has over 46,000 students and works hard to give a quality education to each one. To compare Manatee schools with other district ratings, visit the Florida Department of Education website. Parents have dozens of private school options as well.

For higher education the area has exceptional options including: The State College of Florida, New College, Ringling College of Art and Design, LeCom, East West College of Natural Medicine, Suncoast Technical College, Eckerd College, Keiser University and Everglades University. 

Jobs & Career Opportunities

Parrish is a growing community, with an expanding business and employment base. One major boost to the local economy occurred when Feld Entertainment purchased the Palmetto Corporate Center in 2012, and moved its world headquarters to the community. For the top employers In Manatee County click here; For Sarasota top employers click here. To find listings of the Tampa Bay Region’s top employers, click here.

Things to Do in Parrish

Parrish has some unique sights to see. The Florida Railroad Museum has fascinating artifacts and you can also take a train ride to Willow. If you have a special event, the caboose can even be rented for private parties. For golfers, the Wilderness Golf and Country Club is member-owned and boasts spectacular scenery with activities like tennis, golf, and swimming. There is a strong social aspect and state-of-the-art facilities too. Buffalo Creek is also close by.

Parrish is surrounded by preserves, state parks, and estuaries. Nature lovers enjoy Beker State Park, Tampa Bay Estuarine Ecosystem, Terra Ceia Preserve State Park, and Myakka River State Park.

For culture, you can stay and enjoy events like the Parrish Heritage Day Festival, or venture to nearby cities for shops, theater, museums, art, music and more. St. Petersburg is a short drive over the majestic Sunshine Skyway Bridge. There you’ll find the Dali Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, as well as a variety of cultural and historic attractions, enticing restaurants and shops that make for a great day trip.

Are you a sports fan? Take in a ballgame during Spring Training with the Pirates in Bradenton or the Orioles in Sarasota.

There’s so much to do in and around Bradenton! The area has a wide variety of attractions. Do you like marine life? Check out Mote Marine Laboratory. Prefer theatre? There’s Asolo Rep, West Coast Black Theatre and Florida Studio Theatre. For ballet lovers, the Sarasota Ballet is sure to please, and for opera buffs, Sarasota Opera House boasts a newly renovated 1926 historic theatre with incredible acoustics. The Sarasota Symphony is an 80-member Orchestra that performs more than 100 classical, pops and family concerts each year, and thrives as the oldest continuing orchestra in the state of Florida. If history and the arts interest you, check out John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art and the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature. This area is rich in cultural pursuits.

Parrish, FL Real Estate Services

If you’re ready to buy a house in Parrish, FL, Wagner Realty has the experience and knowledge you need for a successful real estate transaction. Our REALTORS® are ready to answer any of your questions about living in Parrish. To begin the search for your dream home, contact us today.