Panther Trace vs South Fork
Two Hillsborough communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-19.
| Metric | Panther Trace | South Fork |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $324K | $347K |
| Price per sq ft | $194 | $197 |
| Avg days on market | 61 days | 95 days |
| Months of supply | 2.9 mo | 3.9 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Balanced Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 42 | 92 |
The verdict
South Fork carries the higher median price — about 7% above Panther Trace. Homes in Panther Trace sell faster (61 days on market vs 95). Panther Trace is the tighter market on inventory (2.9 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Panther Trace | South Fork | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Hillsborough County, FL | Hillsborough County, FL |
| City / area | Riverview | Riverview |
| ZIP | 33579 | 33569, 33579 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 24 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 37 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
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
| Panther Trace | South Fork | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 10 | 30 |
| Under contract | 7 | 11 |
| Asking prices today | $325K to $550K | $280K to $775K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Panther Trace homes for sale · South Fork homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Panther Trace | South Fork | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 634 | 1,151 |
| Built | 2003–2014 (median 2007) | 2002–2016 (median 2007) |
| Typical living area | 2,592 sq ft | 2,291 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 62% | 63% |
| Vacant lots | 1 | 0 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Price history, year by year
| Year | Panther Trace median | South Fork median |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | $190K (5 sales) | $135K (17 sales) |
| 2014 | $215K (4 sales) | $191K (65 sales) |
| 2015 | $190K (4 sales) | $210K (75 sales) |
| 2016 | $209K (7 sales) | $210K (124 sales) |
| 2017 | $238K (8 sales) | $214K (104 sales) |
| 2022 | $404K (14 sales) | $391K (130 sales) |
| 2024 | $388K (4 sales) | $393K (88 sales) |
| 2025 | $399K (7 sales) | $382K (77 sales) |
| 2026 | $299K (3 sales) | $350K (78 sales) |
Since 2012, Panther Trace's median sale price is +57% and South Fork's is +159% — South Fork has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Panther Trace | South Fork | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 93.0% | 96.0% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,401 sq ft | 2,048 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
| Panther Trace | South Fork | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Collins Prek-8 School | Summerfield Crossing Elementary |
| Middle | Collins Prek 8 School | Eisenhower-Hb |
| High school | Riverview-Hb | Sumner High School |
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, Panther Trace is the lower entry point (median $324K vs $347K). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Panther Trace; South Fork trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Panther Trace (61 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 South Fork more expensive than Panther Trace?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in South Fork is $347,000 versus $324,000 in Panther Trace, about 7% higher.
Which has newer homes, Panther Trace or South Fork?
Panther Trace: its homes were built 2003–2014 with a median year of 2007, versus a median of 2007 in South Fork (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Panther Trace. The typical home there is 2,592 sq ft of living area, versus 2,291 sq ft in South Fork.
Which has appreciated more, Panther Trace or South Fork?
From 2012 to 2026 the median sale price rose 57% in Panther Trace and 159% in South Fork (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
South Fork — sellers there received 96.0% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 93.0% in Panther Trace.
What high schools serve Panther Trace and South Fork?
Listings in Panther Trace most often report Riverview-Hb; listings in South Fork report Sumner High School. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Panther Trace homes, photos & schools · South Fork homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.