Deerbrook vs Moon Lake Estates
Two Pasco communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-12.
| Metric | Deerbrook | Moon Lake Estates |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $385K | $205K |
| Price per sq ft | $192 | $166 |
| Avg days on market | 66 days | 138 days |
| Months of supply | 1.1 mo | 6.2 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 137 | 64 |
The verdict
Deerbrook carries the higher median price — about 88% above Moon Lake Estates. Homes in Deerbrook sell faster (66 days on market vs 138). Deerbrook is the tighter market on inventory (1.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Deerbrook | Moon Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pasco County, FL | Pasco County, FL |
| City / area | Land O Lakes | New Port Richey |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 29 sampled homes outside a flood zone | 92% of 36 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
| Deerbrook | Moon Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 12 | 33 |
| Under contract | 11 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $310K to $650K | $90K to $850K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 9 | 5 |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Manufactured Home, Mobile Home, Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Deerbrook homes for sale · Moon Lake Estates homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Deerbrook | Moon Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 435 | 2,801 |
| Built | 2024–2024 (median 2024) | 1930–2025 (median 1984) |
| Typical living area | 2,386 sq ft | 1,184 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 9% | 30% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Deerbrook | Moon Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Connerton Elem | Cypress Elementary-Po |
| Middle | Pine View Middle-Po | River Ridge Middle-Po |
| High school | Land O' Lakes High-Po | River Ridge High-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, Moon Lake Estates is the lower entry point (median $205K vs $385K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Deerbrook; Moon Lake Estates trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Deerbrook (66 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 Deerbrook more expensive than Moon Lake Estates?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Deerbrook is $385,000 versus $205,000 in Moon Lake Estates, about 88% higher.
Which has newer homes, Deerbrook or Moon Lake Estates?
Deerbrook: its homes were built 2024–2024 with a median year of 2024, versus a median of 1984 in Moon Lake Estates (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Deerbrook. The typical home there is 2,386 sq ft of living area, versus 1,184 sq ft in Moon Lake Estates.
What high schools serve Deerbrook and Moon Lake Estates?
Listings in Deerbrook most often report Land O' Lakes High-Po; listings in Moon Lake Estates report River Ridge High-Po. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Deerbrook homes, photos & schools · Moon Lake Estates homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.