Palmetto was founded in 1866 by Samuel Sparks Lamb and named in honor or his native state of South Carolina—the 'Palmetto State.' Water brought the first settlers and soon, yachtsmen and shippers discovered the allure of the mile-wide Manatee River. Fertile ground and a suitable climate attracted hearty young couples willing to accept the challenge of building a new community. In 1897, Florida's governor signed the charter declaring Palmetto a city in the Sunshine State. ... more.Palmetto and the region soon earned a reputation for its hospitality and abundant agricultural production. A nexus of modern highways, railroads, international airports and seaports puts the City of Palmetto in the very heart of Florida's most desirable place to live. Nearly 3 million Floridians live within a 50-mile radius of Palmetto, creating the state's most stable marketplace and work force. Nine public and private universities and colleges are within 45-minutes of the city, along with many of Florida's most noted attractions, museums and beaches.

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3414 10th Ln W, Palmetto, FL 34221

3414 10th Ln W, Palmetto FL

$395,000
SOLD ON
7/31/2023
Townhouse
4 bedrooms, 3 baths
2,604 Sq.Ft.
2,256 Sq.Ft. lot
Built in 2004
-82.6042
27.5221
SLD
5533 Los Robles Ct, Palmetto, FL 34221

5533 Los Robles Ct, Palmetto FL

$380,000
SOLD ON
9/12/2023
Single Family Home
3 bedrooms, 2 baths
1,492 Sq.Ft.
6,155 Sq.Ft. lot
Built in 2019
-82.5067
27.6053
SLD
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