Single Family Residence at 8946 OPTIMIST WAY, PALMETTO
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$339,999

8946 OPTIMIST WAY
PALMETTO, FL 34221
Listed by Elizabeth Stephens · FLORIWEST REALTY GROUP, LLC
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,534 sqft
Year built
2026

About this home

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.

Highlights

New construction

Property details

MLS #
MFRR4912130
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
SOUTHPOINTE
Status
Active
Days on market
N/A
On market date
October 8, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
2
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.11 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

ElementaryCharter
IMAGINE CHARTER SCHOOL AT NORTH MANATEE
0.39 mi away · Grades -1-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
646
Student:teacher ratio
14.7:1
District
MANATEE
Middle
BUFFALO CREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL
2.37 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,250
Student:teacher ratio
19.8:1
District
MANATEE
High
THE PORT ACADEMY
3.34 mi away · Grades 8-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
1.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
26
Student:teacher ratio
26.0:1
District
MANATEE

Walkability

Blended score for PALMETTO's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

29
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.8 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
35 / 100
Restaurants & cafes8
Grocery stores1
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies2

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in PALMETTO, from live MLS data.

On the market 0 days -- 109 fewer days than PALMETTO's current average of 109 days.
For reference, the median list price across 697 active listings in PALMETTO right now is $369,999.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,198/mo
$68,000 down
$271,999 loan
Principal & interest$1,764
Property tax (est.)$283
Home insurance (est.)$150

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