Balm Grove vs Panther Trace
Two Hillsborough communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-12.
| Metric | Balm Grove | Panther Trace |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $337K | $415K |
| Price per sq ft | $182 | $175 |
| Avg days on market | 14 days | 99 days |
| Months of supply | 1.7 mo | 10.0 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 42 | 12 |
The verdict
Panther Trace carries the higher median price — about 23% above Balm Grove. Homes in Balm Grove sell faster (14 days on market vs 99). Balm Grove is the tighter market on inventory (1.7 months of supply).
Where each one is
Balm Grove and Panther Trace are about 5 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Hillsborough County.
| Balm Grove | Panther Trace | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Hillsborough County, FL | Hillsborough County, FL |
| City / area | Wimauma | Riverview |
| ZIP | 33598 | 33579 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 24 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 95% of 20 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) |
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
| Balm Grove | Panther Trace | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 6 | 10 |
| Under contract | 10 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $320K to $410K | $335K to $728K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 5 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Balm Grove homes for sale · Panther Trace homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Balm Grove | Panther Trace | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 3 | 540 |
| Built | 1985–1999 (median 1992) | 2003–2014 (median 2009) |
| Typical living area | 1,658 sq ft | 2,595 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 0% | 60% |
| Vacant lots | 208 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Balm Grove | Panther Trace | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Reddick Elementary School | Collins Prek-8 School |
| Middle | Shields-Hb | Collins Prek 8 School |
| High school | Sumner High School | Riverview-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, Balm Grove is the lower entry point (median $337K vs $415K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Panther Trace; Balm Grove trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Balm Grove (14 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 Panther Trace more expensive than Balm Grove?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Panther Trace is $415,000 versus $337,000 in Balm Grove, about 23% higher.
How far apart are Balm Grove and Panther Trace?
About 5 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Hillsborough County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Balm Grove or Panther Trace?
Panther Trace: its homes were built 2003–2014 with a median year of 2009, versus a median of 1992 in Balm Grove (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Panther Trace. The typical home there is 2,595 sq ft of living area, versus 1,658 sq ft in Balm Grove.
What high schools serve Balm Grove and Panther Trace?
Listings in Balm Grove most often report Sumner High School; listings in Panther Trace report Riverview-Hb. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Balm Grove homes, photos & schools · Panther Trace homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.