East Lake Woodlands vs Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village
Two Pinellas communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-24.
| Metric | East Lake Woodlands | Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $150K | $141K |
| Price per sq ft | $137 | $147 |
| Avg days on market | 117 days | 100 days |
| Months of supply | 6.1 mo | 4.9 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 43 | 51 |
The verdict
East Lake Woodlands carries the higher median price — about 6% above Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village. Homes in Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village sell faster (100 days on market vs 117). Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village is the tighter market on inventory (4.9 months of supply).
Where each one is
| East Lake Woodlands | Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pinellas County, FL | Pinellas County, FL |
| City / area | Oldsmar | Tarpon Springs |
| ZIP | 34677 | 34688 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 36% of 11 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 15% 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
| East Lake Woodlands | Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 22 | 21 |
| Under contract | 4 | 5 |
| Asking prices today | $130K to $239K | $135K to $250K |
| Property types listed | Condominium | Condominium, Villa |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: East Lake Woodlands homes for sale · Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| East Lake Woodlands | Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 2,083 | 30 |
| Built | 1958–2016 (median 1980) | 1985–1987 (median 1986) |
| Typical living area | 1,148 sq ft | 1,041 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 63% | 47% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | East Lake Woodlands median | Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village median |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | $298K (5 sales) | $63K (3 sales) |
| 2015 | $284K (20 sales) | $74K (48 sales) |
| 2016 | $340K (16 sales) | $76K (52 sales) |
| 2017 | $292K (13 sales) | $80K (40 sales) |
| 2019 | $365K (7 sales) | $99K (11 sales) |
| 2022 | $574K (16 sales) | $199K (68 sales) |
| 2024 | $620K (11 sales) | $210K (29 sales) |
| 2025 | $628K (21 sales) | $189K (43 sales) |
| 2026 | $650K (13 sales) | $165K (41 sales) |
Since 2014, East Lake Woodlands's median sale price is +118% and Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village's is +162% — Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| East Lake Woodlands | Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 97.2% | 89.4% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,324 sq ft | 1,041 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 58 (normal) | 12 (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
| East Lake Woodlands | Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Forest Lakes Elementary-Pn | Cypress Woods Elementary-Pn |
| Middle | Carwise Middle-Pn | Tarpon Springs Middle-Pn |
| High school | East Lake High-Pn | East Lake High-Pn |
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, Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village is the lower entry point (median $141K vs $150K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village; East Lake Woodlands trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village (100 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 East Lake Woodlands more expensive than Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in East Lake Woodlands is $150,000 versus $141,000 in Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village, about 6% higher.
Which has newer homes, East Lake Woodlands or Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village?
Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village: its homes were built 1985–1987 with a median year of 1986, versus a median of 1980 in East Lake Woodlands (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has appreciated more, East Lake Woodlands or Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village?
From 2014 to 2026 the median sale price rose 118% in East Lake Woodlands and 162% in Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
East Lake Woodlands — sellers there received 97.2% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 89.4% in Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village.
What high schools serve East Lake Woodlands and Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village?
Listings in East Lake Woodlands most often report East Lake High-Pn; listings in Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village report East Lake High-Pn. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: East Lake Woodlands homes, photos & schools · Pine Ridge at Lake Tarpon Village homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.