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Overview

3 bd2 ba1,534 sqft2 car garageSingle Family
TypeSingle Family
HOA$667/qtr
Built2026
Lot4,851 sqft
Living area1,534 sqft
Price / sqft$215
Garage2 car

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New construction · 2026

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Build snapshot

Build year
2026
Builder
Ask the team — not on MLS
Community
SOUTHPOINTE
Type
Single Family Residence

True monthly carry

HOA
~$222/mo
CDD bond
Yes — typically $1,500–$3,500/yr
Builder incentives
Ask — change weekly

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About this home

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8946 Optimist Way is a 2026-built home in Southpointe, Palmetto. Inside you'll find 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,534 square feet of living space. Listed at $329,999 (about $215/sqft), 9 days on market. Flood zone X - outside the FEMA high-risk areas, which keeps insurance manageable. HOA runs $667 quarterly.

From the listing

Under Construction. ****SPECIAL FINANCING AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY FROM PREFERRED LENDER. RESTRICTIONS APPLY, FOR QUALIFIED BUYERS, SUBJECT TO APPLICABLE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE**** Impeccable Living at Southpointe Experience the perfect blend of elegance and comfort in this thoughtfully designed home. From the moment you enter through the side entry, you’re welcomed into a bright, inviting foyer that sets the tone for modern living. To one side, a private bedroom and bath create an ideal retreat for guests, while the convenient laundry area leads directly to the two-car garage. On the other side, the heart of the home unfolds—a chef-inspired kitchen with a stylish island, seamlessly connected to the dining area for effortless entertaining. The spacious great room offers the perfect setting for relaxation, with sliding glass doors opening to a sun-kissed patio, where you can savor Florida’s outdoor lifestyle. At the rear of the home, the owner’s suite provides a serene escape, featuring a walk-in closet, a dual-vanity, and a private water closet—a true oasis of comfort and sophistication.

The essentials

Built
2026
Price / sqft
$215
On market
9 days
Annual tax
$500
HOA
$667/qtr
Flood zone
X · Low risk
Lot
4,851 sqft
Type
Single Family Residence

At a glance

Single family
Built 2026
2 car garage
4,851 sqft lot
Lot size
1,534 sqft
Living area
Brand new
Built 2026

Payment

Est. monthly payment
$2,150/mo
Down payment (20%)
$66,000
Property taxes
$42/mo
HOA
$667/qtr
Rate assumed
6.8% · 30 yr
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Details

Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
2026
Lot
4,851 sqft
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Heat Pump
Parking
-
Days on Market
9
Walk-in Closet(s)
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Range
Elementary
James Tillman Elementary
Middle
Buffalo Creek Middle
High
Palmetto High

Districts can re-zone, so verify directly with the district before relying on these.

In a CDD (Community Development District) Flood Zone X
Annual Tax (2025)
$500
Parcel #
646011009

Taxes reflect the most recent assessment in the MLS feed. Actual tax owed can vary, so confirm with the county property appraiser before closing.

Subdivision
Southpointe
County
Manatee
MLS Area
34221 - Palmetto/Rubonia
Lot Size
4,851 sqft
HOA
$667/qtr
Julia Jensen / Access Management

Price history

Date
Event
Price
10/15/2026
Price change
Source: Stellar MLS #R4912130
$329,999-2.9%
$215/sqft
10/8/2026
Listed for sale
Source: Stellar MLS #R4912130
$339,999
$222/sqft

Neighborhood

8946 Optimist Way
Palmetto, FL, 34221 · 34221 - Palmetto/Rubonia

Market insights

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List price: $329,999
$325,000 – $329,999
98.8% – 100% of listTops out right at the list price
80% of listList price
233 of the last 463 home closings in 34221 landed at this number or higher (50%). The median one sat 47 days before it went under contract, and this one is on day 9 after a $10,000 cut.

Sample: 463 closed home sales in 34221 over the last 8 months, Stellar MLS. A starting point, not a guarantee.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,150/mo
Principal & interest$1,721
Property taxes$42
Insurance$165
HOA$222
Down payment20% · $66,000
Interest rate6.80%
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Quick answers.

Price

$329,999

$215 per sq ft

Beds and baths

3 beds, 2 baths

Size

1,534 sq ft

Time on market

9 days

Year built

2026

Monthly payment

About $2,150/mo

That is 20% down on a 30-year fixed at 6.8%, plus the home's $500 annual tax bill, insurance, and the $667/qtr HOA fee.

HOA fee

$667/qtr

Managed by Julia Jensen / Access Management.

Flood zone

Zone X

That is outside the high-risk areas, so flood insurance is usually optional rather than required by a lender.

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Brokered byFLORIWEST REALTY GROUP, LLCListing agent: Elizabeth StephensListing data from Stellar MLS, MLS# R4912130.

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