Longleaf vs Park Lake Estates
Two Pasco communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-14.
| Metric | Longleaf | Park Lake Estates |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $432K | $287K |
| Price per sq ft | $225 | $212 |
| Avg days on market | 40 days | 38 days |
| Months of supply | 1.2 mo | 2.8 mo |
| Market | Strong Seller's Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 40 | 30 |
The verdict
Longleaf carries the higher median price — about 51% above Park Lake Estates. Homes in Park Lake Estates sell faster (38 days on market vs 40). Longleaf is the tighter market on inventory (1.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
Longleaf and Park Lake Estates are about 2 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Pasco County.
| Longleaf | Park Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pasco County, FL | Pasco County, FL |
| City / area | New Port Richey | New Port Richey |
| ZIP | 34655 | 34653 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 45% of 20 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | 65% of 17 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
| Longleaf | Park Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 4 | 7 |
| Under contract | 6 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $340K to $575K | $255K to $445K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence, Townhouse | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Longleaf homes for sale · Park Lake Estates homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Longleaf | Park Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 115 | 142 |
| Built | 2001–2021 (median 2016) | 1978–1994 (median 1984) |
| Typical living area | 2,906 sq ft | 1,792 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 84% | 73% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Longleaf median | Park Lake Estates median |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $205K (4 sales) | $91K (12 sales) |
| 2014 | $222K (8 sales) | $110K (20 sales) |
| 2015 | $245K (29 sales) | $134K (24 sales) |
| 2016 | $265K (52 sales) | $135K (49 sales) |
| 2017 | $260K (26 sales) | $151K (37 sales) |
| 2018 | $266K (8 sales) | $155K (11 sales) |
| 2019 | $330K (11 sales) | $182K (6 sales) |
| 2021 | $390K (12 sales) | $290K (10 sales) |
| 2022 | $500K (41 sales) | $335K (33 sales) |
| 2023 | $541K (21 sales) | $325K (19 sales) |
| 2024 | $540K (27 sales) | $320K (31 sales) |
| 2025 | $559K (26 sales) | $299K (27 sales) |
| 2026 | $495K (34 sales) | $317K (26 sales) |
Since 2013, Longleaf's median sale price is +141% and Park Lake Estates's is +248% — Park Lake Estates has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Longleaf | Park Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 96.5% | 95.2% |
| New-construction share of sales | 9% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 2,324 sq ft | 1,512 sq ft |
| Momentum market-heat score | 41 (normal) | 44 (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
| Longleaf | Park Lake Estates | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Longleaf Elementary-Po | Deer Park Elementary-Po |
| Middle | River Ridge Middle-Po | River Ridge Middle-Po |
| High school | River Ridge 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, Park Lake Estates is the lower entry point (median $287K vs $432K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Longleaf; Park Lake Estates trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Park Lake Estates (38 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 Longleaf more expensive than Park Lake Estates?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Longleaf is $432,000 versus $287,000 in Park Lake Estates, about 51% higher.
How far apart are Longleaf and Park Lake Estates?
About 2 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Pasco County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, Longleaf or Park Lake Estates?
Longleaf: its homes were built 2001–2021 with a median year of 2016, versus a median of 1984 in Park Lake Estates (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Longleaf. The typical home there is 2,906 sq ft of living area, versus 1,792 sq ft in Park Lake Estates.
Which has appreciated more, Longleaf or Park Lake Estates?
From 2013 to 2026 the median sale price rose 141% in Longleaf and 248% in Park Lake Estates (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Longleaf — sellers there received 96.5% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 95.2% in Park Lake Estates.
What high schools serve Longleaf and Park Lake Estates?
Listings in Longleaf most often report River Ridge High-Po; listings in Park Lake Estates report River Ridge High-Po. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Longleaf homes, photos & schools · Park Lake Estates homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.