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The city of Palmetto is situated in western Manatee County. It's slightly more than 40 miles south of Tampa near the banks of the Manatee River, and Brandenton is its closest neighboring city. As its name indicates, Palmetto is effectively a tropical retreat due to its climate and beautiful plant life - with all the development of a modern city. Families looking at homes for rent in the Tampa Bay area will find plenty to love about Palmetto if they're interested in a laid-back South Florida lifestyle.
Long known as a major agricultural producer due to its robust fruit and vegetable crops, Palmetto has experienced rapid residential and commercial development in recent years - without losing any of its inherent charm along the way. Palmetto is a great place to raise a family in tranquil comfort.
Facts for Renters
- While the Palmetto area had been settled since the 1860s, it wasn't incorporated as a city until 1897.
- It began to thrive once it was accessible by rail, and is now one of the most prosperous agricultural communities. Palmetto's Port Manatee also allows for a lively trade market and helps create jobs for residents and locals.
- Palmetto students are served by the School District of Manatee County. The city itself has four elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school.
- Major Palmetto parks include Blackstone Park and the Palmetto Estuary Nature Preserve.
Resources for Renters
- Read up on local Palmetto events, including July 4th fireworks, cultural and culinary festivals, and much more.
- Learn about the School District of Manatee County and its various schools within Palmetto.
- Prospective business owners relocating to Palmetto should examine the requirements for earning local business tax receipts.
- Look over a sampling of Palmetto's best-rated restaurants.
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