Zephyrhills vs Zephyr Lakes
Two Pasco communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-09.
| Metric | Zephyrhills | Zephyr Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $220K | $323K |
| Price per sq ft | $187 | $156 |
| Avg days on market | 93 days | 48 days |
| Months of supply | 3.8 mo | 1.8 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Seller's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 50 | 66 |
The verdict
Zephyr Lakes carries the higher median price — about 47% above Zephyrhills. Homes in Zephyr Lakes sell faster (48 days on market vs 93). Zephyr Lakes is the tighter market on inventory (1.8 months of supply).
Where each one is
Zephyrhills and Zephyr Lakes are about 3 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Pasco County.
| Zephyrhills | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pasco County, FL | Pasco County, FL |
| City / area | Zephyrhills | Zephyrhills |
| ZIP | 33541, 33542 | 33540 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 96% of 23 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 82% of 22 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
| Zephyrhills | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 16 | 10 |
| Under contract | 4 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $173K to $365K | $295K to $395K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 2 |
| Property types listed | Manufactured Home, Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Zephyrhills homes for sale · Zephyr Lakes homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Zephyrhills | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1,090 | 335 |
| Built | 1901–2024 (median 1965) | 2020–2023 (median 2022) |
| Typical living area | 1,309 sq ft | 2,101 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 58% | 73% |
| Vacant lots | 28 | 52 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Zephyrhills median | Zephyr Lakes median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $230K (70 sales) | $272K (3 sales) |
| 2025 | $227K (46 sales) | $342K (6 sales) |
| 2026 | $220K (39 sales) | $335K (52 sales) |
Since 2022, Zephyrhills's median sale price is -4% and Zephyr Lakes's is +23% — Zephyr Lakes has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Zephyrhills | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 92.0% | 95.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 100% |
| Typical sold home | 1,218 sq ft | 2,034 sq ft |
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
| Zephyrhills | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Woodland Elementary-Po | Woodland Elementary-Po |
| Middle | Raymond B Stewart Middle-Po | Centennial Middle-Po |
| High school | Zephryhills High School-Po | Zephryhills High School-Po |
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, Zephyrhills is the lower entry point (median $220K vs $323K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Zephyr Lakes; Zephyrhills trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Zephyr Lakes (48 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 Zephyr Lakes more expensive than Zephyrhills?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Zephyr Lakes is $323,000 versus $220,000 in Zephyrhills, about 47% higher.
How far apart are Zephyrhills and Zephyr Lakes?
About 3 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Pasco County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Zephyrhills or Zephyr Lakes?
Zephyr Lakes: its homes were built 2020–2023 with a median year of 2022, versus a median of 1965 in Zephyrhills (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Zephyr Lakes. The typical home there is 2,101 sq ft of living area, versus 1,309 sq ft in Zephyrhills.
Which has appreciated more, Zephyrhills or Zephyr Lakes?
From 2022 to 2026 the median sale price rose -4% in Zephyrhills and 23% in Zephyr Lakes (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Zephyr Lakes — sellers there received 95.0% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 92.0% in Zephyrhills.
What high schools serve Zephyrhills and Zephyr Lakes?
Listings in Zephyrhills most often report Zephryhills High School-Po; listings in Zephyr Lakes report Zephryhills High School-Po. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Zephyrhills homes, photos & schools · Zephyr Lakes homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.