Arbor Greene vs Cross Creek
Two Hillsborough communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-16.
| Metric | Arbor Greene | Cross Creek |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $672K | $392K |
| Price per sq ft | $220 | $197 |
| Avg days on market | 92 days | 37 days |
| Months of supply | 3.4 mo | 2.9 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 25 | 25 |
The verdict
Arbor Greene carries the higher median price — about 71% above Cross Creek. Homes in Cross Creek sell faster (37 days on market vs 92). Cross Creek is the tighter market on inventory (2.9 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Arbor Greene | Cross Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Hillsborough County, FL | Hillsborough County, FL |
| City / area | Tampa | Tampa |
| ZIP | 33647 | 33647 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 16 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 15 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Arbor Greene | Cross Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 7 | 6 |
| Under contract | 0 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $569K to $899K | $275K to $505K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Arbor Greene homes for sale · Cross Creek homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Arbor Greene | Cross Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1,121 | 386 |
| Built | 1997–2015 (median 2001) | 1994–2006 (median 2001) |
| Typical living area | 3,110 sq ft | 2,090 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 78% | 65% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Arbor Greene median | Cross Creek median |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $297K (10 sales) | $218K (29 sales) |
| 2014 | $270K (12 sales) | $200K (53 sales) |
| 2015 | $302K (30 sales) | $245K (58 sales) |
| 2016 | $336K (54 sales) | $257K (82 sales) |
| 2017 | $350K (41 sales) | $240K (77 sales) |
| 2018 | $258K (4 sales) | $284K (18 sales) |
| 2019 | $259K (10 sales) | $305K (11 sales) |
| 2021 | $487K (9 sales) | $356K (14 sales) |
| 2022 | $520K (54 sales) | $424K (46 sales) |
| 2023 | $578K (26 sales) | $425K (17 sales) |
| 2024 | $686K (40 sales) | $435K (29 sales) |
| 2025 | $540K (23 sales) | $404K (28 sales) |
| 2026 | $612K (40 sales) | $430K (37 sales) |
Since 2013, Arbor Greene's median sale price is +106% and Cross Creek's is +97% — Arbor Greene has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Arbor Greene | Cross Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.8% | 95.8% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,794 sq ft | 2,243 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 44 (normal) | 31 (cold) |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Arbor Greene | Cross Creek | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Hunter'S Green-Hb | Heritage-Hb |
| Middle | Benito-Hb | Benito-Hb |
| High school | Wharton-Hb | Wharton-Hb |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Cross Creek is the lower entry point (median $392K vs $672K). Sellers get a faster sale in Cross Creek (37 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Arbor Greene more expensive than Cross Creek?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Arbor Greene is $672,000 versus $392,000 in Cross Creek, about 71% higher.
Which has bigger homes?
Arbor Greene. The typical home there is 3,110 sq ft of living area, versus 2,090 sq ft in Cross Creek.
Which has appreciated more, Arbor Greene or Cross Creek?
From 2013 to 2026 the median sale price rose 106% in Arbor Greene and 97% in Cross Creek (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Cross Creek — sellers there received 95.8% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 94.8% in Arbor Greene.
What high schools serve Arbor Greene and Cross Creek?
Listings in Arbor Greene most often report Wharton-Hb; listings in Cross Creek report Wharton-Hb. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Arbor Greene homes, photos & schools · Cross Creek homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.