Palmetto, Florida is a small ocean community in Manatee County, Florida. Palmetto is home to more than 13,000 people. Palmetto homes are mixed with local commercial properties to create a well blended community. A local realtor can help one find a variety of established and new homes for sale. Palmetto has anything from the typical Florida single family home to condos to even estate sized homes. The neighborhoods are well kept and have a family-friendly ambiance.