Lake Bernadette vs Lake Betmar Estates
Two Pasco communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-29.
| Metric | Lake Bernadette | Lake Betmar Estates |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $322K | $136K |
| Price per sq ft | $179 | $129 |
| Avg days on market | 77 days | 141 days |
| Months of supply | 2.2 mo | 4.8 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market (limited data) | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 27 | 35 |
The verdict
Lake Bernadette carries the higher median price — about 137% above Lake Betmar Estates. Homes in Lake Bernadette sell faster (77 days on market vs 141). Lake Bernadette is the tighter market on inventory (2.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lake Bernadette | Lake Betmar Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pasco County, FL | Pasco County, FL |
| City / area | Zephyrhills | Zephyrhills |
| ZIP | 33541 | 33541, 33542 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 92% of 12 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 83% of 23 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
| Lake Bernadette | Lake Betmar Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 5 | 14 |
| Under contract | 0 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $275K to $639K | $110K to $219K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Villa | Manufactured Home, Mobile Home |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lake Bernadette homes for sale · Lake Betmar Estates homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lake Bernadette | Lake Betmar Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 105 | 150 |
| Built | 1981–2021 (median 1998) | 1970–2023 (median 1978) |
| Typical living area | 2,016 sq ft | 1,427 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 78% | 42% |
| Vacant lots | 3 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Lake Bernadette median | Lake Betmar Estates median |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | $185K (66 sales) | $53K (4 sales) |
| 2017 | $174K (36 sales) | $70K (9 sales) |
| 2019 | $200K (4 sales) | $82K (7 sales) |
| 2022 | $331K (31 sales) | $128K (40 sales) |
| 2023 | $354K (10 sales) | $150K (9 sales) |
| 2024 | $310K (23 sales) | $195K (30 sales) |
| 2025 | $370K (20 sales) | $180K (25 sales) |
| 2026 | $325K (25 sales) | $156K (32 sales) |
Since 2016, Lake Bernadette's median sale price is +76% and Lake Betmar Estates's is +193% — Lake Betmar Estates has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Lake Bernadette | Lake Betmar Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 95.9% | 93.2% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,763 sq ft | 1,124 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 43 (normal) | 45 (normal) |
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
| Lake Bernadette | Lake Betmar Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | New River Elementary | not reported |
| Middle | Raymond B Stewart Middle-Po | not reported |
| High school | Zephryhills High School-Po | not reported |
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, Lake Betmar Estates is the lower entry point (median $136K vs $322K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Lake Bernadette; Lake Betmar Estates trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Lake Bernadette (77 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 Lake Bernadette more expensive than Lake Betmar Estates?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Lake Bernadette is $322,000 versus $136,000 in Lake Betmar Estates, about 137% higher.
Which has newer homes, Lake Bernadette or Lake Betmar Estates?
Lake Bernadette: its homes were built 1981–2021 with a median year of 1998, versus a median of 1978 in Lake Betmar Estates (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Lake Bernadette. The typical home there is 2,016 sq ft of living area, versus 1,427 sq ft in Lake Betmar Estates.
Which has appreciated more, Lake Bernadette or Lake Betmar Estates?
From 2016 to 2026 the median sale price rose 76% in Lake Bernadette and 193% in Lake Betmar Estates (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Lake Bernadette — sellers there received 95.9% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 93.2% in Lake Betmar Estates.
Go deeper on each: Lake Bernadette homes, photos & schools · Lake Betmar Estates homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.