Lake Betmar Estates vs Zephyr Lakes
Two Pasco communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-30.
| Metric | Lake Betmar Estates | Zephyr Lakes |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $136K | $321K |
| Price per sq ft | $129 | $156 |
| Avg days on market | 149 days | 70 days |
| Months of supply | 4.5 mo | 2.7 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 35 | 63 |
The verdict
Zephyr Lakes carries the higher median price — about 136% above Lake Betmar Estates. Homes in Zephyr Lakes sell faster (70 days on market vs 149). Zephyr Lakes is the tighter market on inventory (2.7 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lake Betmar Estates | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pasco County, FL | Pasco County, FL |
| City / area | Zephyrhills | Zephyrhills |
| ZIP | 33541, 33542 | 33540 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 83% of 23 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 79% of 24 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 Betmar Estates | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 13 | 14 |
| Under contract | 3 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $110K to $219K | $290K to $385K |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 0 | 4 |
| Property types listed | Manufactured Home, Mobile Home | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lake Betmar Estates homes for sale · Zephyr Lakes homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lake Betmar Estates | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 150 | 335 |
| Built | 1970–2023 (median 1978) | 2020–2023 (median 2022) |
| Typical living area | 1,427 sq ft | 2,101 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 42% | 73% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 52 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Lake Betmar Estates median | Zephyr Lakes median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $128K (40 sales) | $272K (3 sales) |
| 2025 | $180K (25 sales) | $342K (6 sales) |
| 2026 | $156K (32 sales) | $335K (52 sales) |
Since 2022, Lake Betmar Estates's median sale price is +21% and Zephyr Lakes's is +23% — Zephyr Lakes has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Lake Betmar Estates | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 93.2% | 95.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 100% |
| Typical sold home | 1,124 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
| Lake Betmar Estates | Zephyr Lakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | not reported | Woodland Elementary-Po |
| Middle | not reported | Centennial Middle-Po |
| High school | not reported | 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, Lake Betmar Estates is the lower entry point (median $136K vs $321K). 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; Lake Betmar Estates trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Zephyr Lakes (70 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 Lake Betmar Estates?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Zephyr Lakes is $321,000 versus $136,000 in Lake Betmar Estates, about 136% higher.
Which has newer homes, Lake Betmar Estates or Zephyr Lakes?
Zephyr Lakes: its homes were built 2020–2023 with a median year of 2022, versus a median of 1978 in Lake Betmar Estates (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Zephyr Lakes. The typical home there is 2,101 sq ft of living area, versus 1,427 sq ft in Lake Betmar Estates.
Which has appreciated more, Lake Betmar Estates or Zephyr Lakes?
From 2022 to 2026 the median sale price rose 21% in Lake Betmar Estates 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 93.2% in Lake Betmar Estates.
Go deeper on each: Lake Betmar Estates homes, photos & schools · Zephyr Lakes homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.