Firethorn is a new-construction community by Taylor Morrison in Parrish, Manatee County priced from $300K to $312K. The community features offering single-family homes. Contact Barrett Henry for free buyer representation and current incentive details.
Current Builder Incentive
Special financing: 4.50% / 5.28% APR
Verified Jul 19, 2026
Confirm This IncentiveFirethorn at a Glance
| Price Range | $300K – $312K |
| Status | Now Selling |
| Home Types | Single-Family Homes |
Amenities
Current Incentive
Special financing: 4.50% / 5.28% APR
Taylor Morrison Special Offers
FHA Fixed Rate
Rate offer requires Taylor Morrison's preferred lender. Compare with outside lenders before committing. Contact Barrett to verify terms and negotiate.
Applies to: Available on eligible quick move-in homes in select communities when using Taylor Morrison Home Funding, Inc.
Full terms at Taylor MorrisonConventional Fixed Rate
Rate offer requires Taylor Morrison's preferred lender. Compare with outside lenders before committing. Contact Barrett to verify terms and negotiate.
Applies to: Available on eligible quick move-in homes in select communities when using Taylor Morrison Home Funding, Inc.
Full terms at Taylor MorrisonSecure a Conventional 6-month rate lock at 4.99% / 5.07% APR
Rate offer requires Taylor Morrison's preferred lender. Compare with outside lenders before committing. Contact Barrett to verify terms and negotiate.
Applies to: Available at select communities when using Taylor Morrison Home Funding, Inc.
Full terms at Taylor MorrisonScraped Jul 16, 2026 — verify current terms with Taylor Morrison or contact Barrett
About Firethorn
Firethorn feels like a neighborhood that's figured out the right balance — active enough to actually use the amenities, relaxed enough that you're not fighting crowds for a pool chair on a Saturday. Taylor Morrison tends to attract buyers who've done their homework, so the people moving into Firethorn are typically working families, young professionals relocating to the area, and move-up buyers who want more house without paying Lakewood Ranch prices for it. You'll see kids on bikes, neighbors walking dogs through the trail system, and the pickleball courts getting real use — not just sitting there looking good in the brochure photos. It's a family-oriented community with an active streak, and the price point means most of your neighbors are people making a practical, smart decision about where to plant roots in Manatee County. Parrish sits on the northern edge of Manatee County, right along the US-301 corridor, and it's one of the faster-growing pockets in the entire Tampa Bay region. You're roughly 40 minutes from downtown Tampa, about 30 minutes from Bradenton, and close enough to I-75 via Ellenton or Fort Hamer Road to make St. Pete and Sarasota both realistic without feeling like a commute from another planet. The Ellenton Premium Outlets are less than 10 minutes away. Fort Hamer Park gives you boat ramp access to the Manatee River. For everyday needs — grocery stores, urgent care, restaurants — the Fort Hamer Road and US-301 intersection has filled in considerably and keeps adding more. School assignments would be through Manatee County School District, so verify current zoning directly with the district before making decisions based on anything you read online. Taylor Morrison is a step above the production builder pack — better fit and finish than what you'd get from D.R. Horton or Lennar at this price, but you're still buying a production home, so manage expectations on customization. Their build timelines have been running roughly 10 to 14 months in this market, though that can shift depending on where the community is in its buildout phase. Ask the sales team specifically what phase Firethorn is currently selling and how many homesites remain — that affects both your wait time and your resale timeline down the road. HOA details and whether there's a CDD attached should be confirmed directly with the community sales office before you sign anything; CDDs are common throughout Manatee County's newer developments and can add several hundred dollars a year to your tax bill that won't show up in the base HOA fee.
New Homes From
$300K – $312K
Barrett's Take on Firethorn
Here's my take on Firethorn — Taylor Morrison is building in a price range here that's genuinely competitive for Parrish right now, and that's worth paying attention to. The sub-$315K range for a new single-family home in Manatee County from a builder with Taylor Morrison's reputation is a real number, not a teaser. Parrish has been one of the fastest-growing pockets in the entire Tampa Bay area, and for good reason — you're getting more land, newer infrastructure, and lower price points than you'd find closer to the water in Bradenton or Sarasota. The trade-off is distance. You're looking at roughly 40–50 minutes to downtown Tampa, about 30–35 minutes to Bradenton, and 45 minutes to Sarasota on a good day using US-301 or I-75. If you're working at Port Manatee, in Bradenton's job corridor, or can work remotely, the math works. If you're commuting to MacDill AFB or downtown Tampa five days a week, factor that in honestly before you fall in love with the community amenities. On negotiation — Taylor Morrison typically won't budge much on base price, but they do flex on closing costs and design studio credits, especially when interest rates are creating affordability pressure. That 4.50% rate incentive is worth running through the numbers, but get a competing Loan Estimate from an independent lender first. Builder lender incentives often come with rate buy-downs that sound great upfront but are already baked into how they're pricing the deal overall. Where you have more leverage is on lot selection and sometimes on design studio upgrades — push for flooring, cabinet upgrades, or appliance packages before you push on price. Lot premiums with Taylor Morrison communities in this area can range from a few thousand dollars for a standard lot to $15,000–$25,000 or more for pond-facing or conservation lots, so know what you're comparing when you look at different homesites. Day-to-day, Parrish has that "town on the rise" feel — the roads are improving, retail is catching up, and the community amenities at Firethorn (pool, pickleball, dog park, walking trails) are the kind of package that makes weekends work without driving anywhere. Check the HOA docs closely for what's covered and what's not, and ask specifically about any CDD fees layered on top of the HOA — that's common in this part of Manatee County and can add a meaningful amount to your annual carrying cost. School district information wasn't confirmed for this community, so I'd call the Manatee County School District directly to confirm zoning before you commit — school assignments in fast-growing areas like Parrish can shift as new schools come online. Bottom line: if you want a new Taylor Morrison home with real amenities at a price point that's hard to match in this market, Firethorn is worth a serious look — just go in with eyes open on the commute and the full cost stack.
Barrett Henry, REALTOR®
Broker Associate at REMAX Collective · 23+ years of real estate experience
What You'll Find at Firethorn
Home Types Available
Detached homes with private yards, typically 3-5 bedrooms with owners suites and 2-car garages.
Community Amenities
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Why Buyers Choose Firethorn
Located in Parrish, Manatee County — easy access to Tampa Bay employment centers, beaches, and everyday conveniences.
Affordable new construction starting at $300K — one of the best entry points for buyers in Manatee County.
Built by Taylor Morrison, established in 2011 — a builder with a track record Tampa Bay buyers can evaluate before signing.
Community amenities include Pool, Clubhouse, Walking Trails and 3 more — lifestyle perks that come with your HOA.
About Taylor Morrison
Taylor Morrison was founded in 2011 when Taylor Wimpey US and Morrison Homes merged their North American operations, though both predecessor companies had been building homes in the U.S.
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Current Incentive at Firethorn
Special financing: 4.50% / 5.28% APR
Builder incentives change frequently. Barrett can confirm this incentive is still available and help you take full advantage of it.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Firethorn
How much do homes cost in Firethorn?
New homes in Firethorn are priced from $300K to $312K. Pricing depends on the floor plan, lot premium, and design center selections. Contact Barrett Henry at (813) 692-9099 for the most current pricing and available incentives.
Who is the builder of Firethorn?
Firethorn is built by Taylor Morrison. Taylor Morrison was founded in 2011 when Taylor Wimpey US and Morrison Homes merged their North American operations, though both predecessor companies had been building homes in the U. Barrett Henry provides free buyer representation so you have an agent working for you, not the builder.
What amenities does Firethorn offer?
Firethorn amenities include Pool, Clubhouse, Walking Trails, Playground, Dog Park, Pickleball Courts. HOA fees cover community maintenance and amenity access.
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Last updated: July 19, 2026
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