The Towns at Firethorn is a new-construction community by Taylor Morrison in Parrish, Manatee County. The community features offering townhomes. 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 IncentiveThe Towns at Firethorn at a Glance
| Price Range | $285K – |
| Status | Now Selling |
| Home Types | Townhomes |
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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 The Towns at Firethorn
The Towns at Firethorn is a townhome community in Parrish, and it has the kind of energy you'd expect from a fast-growing area where a lot of young families and working couples are making their move out of Hillsborough County to get more house — or in this case, more community — for their dollar. Taylor Morrison builds here, and they tend to attract buyers who want something a step above the entry-level builders without jumping into luxury pricing. The vibe here is active and neighborly. You've got a pool and clubhouse to anchor the social side, walking trails that actually get used, a dog park, and a playground — which tells you a lot about who's buying here. This isn't a retirement pocket or a sleepy second-home spot. It's people with dogs, kids, and a schedule. Parrish sits in northern Manatee County, and that positioning is doing a lot of work right now. You're close enough to I-75 to get north toward Tampa or south toward Sarasota and Bradenton without much drama. The Fort Hamer Bridge and the Bill Galveston Corridor (US-301) give you alternate routes that bypass some of the congestion. Downtown Tampa is roughly 40 to 45 minutes depending on when you leave, and Sarasota is about the same in the other direction. Bradenton's retail and dining corridors along US-41 are closer, and Ellenton Premium Outlets is just a short shot down the road if you're a regular shopper. The whole Parrish growth corridor has been filling in fast — new grocery options, restaurants, and services are opening up regularly, which reduces the errand gap that used to make northern Manatee County feel more remote than it actually is. On the practical side, Taylor Morrison typically builds on a production schedule that runs faster than a semi-custom builder but slower than a volume builder like D.R. Horton — expect somewhere in the range of six to ten months depending on where you are in their build queue and what's happening with permitting at the time. As a townhome community, you're looking at an HOA structure, and it's worth asking specifically what the monthly dues cover — exterior maintenance, landscaping, and community amenities are common inclusions for townhome HOAs in communities like this, but confirm what's in and what's out before you're under contract. Florida's insurance environment affects townhomes differently than single-family homes depending on how the master policy is structured, so that's a conversation to have with your insurance agent early. There's no school district confirmed for this listing, so do your own homework on that before you commit, especially if you've got kids whose school assignment matters to your decision.
New Homes From
$285K –
Barrett's Take on The Towns at Firethorn
Here's my take on The Towns at Firethorn — Taylor Morrison is building townhomes in Parrish at a price point that's genuinely hard to find in Manatee County right now, and $284,999 is a real number for a new construction townhome from a builder that's not cutting corners. Taylor Morrison sits a step above the volume builders in terms of fit and finish, and their personalization studio is a legitimate advantage if you use it right. Where buyers get into trouble is over-upgrading at the studio and blowing past their budget without realizing how quickly it adds up. Go in with a cap. The Parrish location off US-301 puts you close to the Fort Hamer Bridge, which has meaningfully changed commute patterns in this area — you're roughly 30–40 minutes to downtown Sarasota, 40–50 minutes to downtown Tampa, and about 25 minutes to I-75 at SR-64, which opens up Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and points north. Tampa International runs about 50–55 minutes depending on traffic. This community makes the most sense for buyers who want a low-maintenance lifestyle, maybe a second home or a clean primary residence without the yard work, and who are priced out of or priced away from Lakewood Ranch but still want that Manatee County address. On negotiating with Taylor Morrison: they're more flexible than their reputation suggests, but you have to know what to ask for. They typically won't move much on the base price — that's true across the board with most builders right now — but closing cost contributions, rate buydowns, and design center credits are where the conversation actually happens. That 4.50% rate they're advertising is worth paying attention to. Taylor Morrison's in-house lender, Taylor Morrison Home Funding, is offering that as an incentive, and a rate in the mid-4s on a new construction townhome in today's market is legitimately competitive. The catch is the same as always — get a Loan Estimate from an outside lender and compare total cost over the life of the loan before you decide their financing is the right move. On lot premiums, townhomes have less variability than single-family, but if there are end units, pond-facing units, or conservation-backed units in the community, expect Taylor Morrison to price those at a $5,000–$15,000 premium depending on the view. Ask your rep which units carry a premium before you fall in love with a specific one. Day-to-day, Parrish is still in build-out mode — that's just the honest reality of this corridor. Retail and dining are catching up but you're not in a walkable urban pocket. The amenities at Firethorn (pool, clubhouse, dog park, walking trails, playground) mean you don't have to leave the community for the basics, which matters a lot in a townhome lifestyle. Ellenton Premium Outlets is close, and the Publix infrastructure along US-301 has improved. For school information, verify directly with Manatee County School District since attendance zones in this part of Parrish can shift as new schools come online — don't rely on the builder or listing sites for that. Construction timelines with Taylor Morrison tend to be more predictable than the high-volume builders; they'll give you a range and they're generally within it, but build in a 30-day buffer in your planning. Bottom line: if a new construction townhome under $300K in Manatee County sounds like what you're looking for, this one deserves a serious look — just go in with eyes open on the financing math and the design center.
Barrett Henry, REALTOR®
Broker Associate at REMAX Collective · 23+ years of real estate experience
What You'll Find at The Towns at Firethorn
Home Types Available
Attached homes offering lower maintenance and competitive pricing — great for first-time buyers.
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Why Buyers Choose The Towns at Firethorn
Located in Parrish, Manatee County — easy access to Tampa Bay employment centers, beaches, and everyday conveniences.
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 2 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 The Towns 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 The Towns at Firethorn
Who is the builder of The Towns at Firethorn?
The Towns at 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 The Towns at Firethorn offer?
The Towns at Firethorn amenities include Pool, Clubhouse, Walking Trails, Dog Park, Playground. HOA fees cover community maintenance and amenity access.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026
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