Anita in Tampa

Anita Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

Established 1988 · Tampa · Hillsborough County

An older single-family subdivision in South Tampa's Gandy / Sun Bay South area, near Gandy Boulevard and the Selmon Expressway.

South Tampa locationEstablished single-familyNear Gandy and Selmon
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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Anita (platted as Anita Sub) is an older single-family subdivision in South Tampa, in the Gandy / Sun Bay South area along W Anita Boulevard, ZIP 33611, Hillsborough County. Area profiles describe homes mostly built in the 1950s, largely ranch-style on conventional in-town lots, with many updated over time, and report no HOA. The draw is the location: quick reach to Gandy Boulevard, the Selmon Expressway, the Gandy Bridge to St. Petersburg, Tampa International Airport, and the Westshore district. Because this is an older platted neighborhood of individual homes rather than a tract built to one spec, value is home-and-lot specific: confirm the build year and updates, the condition of roof, systems, plumbing and electrical, the flood zone and insurance picture, and comp within Anita rather than against a newer subdivision."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Anita, platted as Anita Sub, is an older single-family subdivision in South Tampa's Gandy / Sun Bay South area, centered on W Anita Boulevard in ZIP 33611, Hillsborough County (area real-estate profiles).

Area profiles describe homes mostly built in the 1950s, largely ranch-style on conventional in-town lots, with many homes updated over time including kitchens, baths, and in some cases plumbing and electrical, and report no HOA. Treat any build-year or feature detail as reported and confirm with the listing and the county appraiser.

The setting is its strongest selling point: profiles cite quick access to Gandy Boulevard and the Selmon Expressway, the Gandy Bridge to St. Petersburg, Tampa International Airport, and Westshore shopping and dining. Confirm exact drive times for the specific address.

Because each home is its own product on an older in-town lot, value is home-and-lot specific. Confirm the build year and updates, roof and systems, flood zone and insurance, and comp within Anita before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family home in a central South Tampa location
  • Buyers who value quick reach to Gandy, the Selmon Expressway, the airport, and St. Petersburg
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating an older home's roof, systems, updates, and flood picture

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a new-construction tract with uniform floor plans
  • Buyers who want a gated or amenity-heavy master plan with an HOA
  • Buyers who want a large-acreage or rural setting

How Anita is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
56Median days on marketdays
0 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
0Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+0%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 24, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Anita listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Anita buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

Anita sits in Tampa, with everyday shopping, major roads, and the wider Tampa Bay area within a reasonable drive.

Gandy Boulevard retail and dining~3 to 5 min · approximate
Selmon Expressway access~5 min · approximate
Gandy Bridge to St. Petersburg~5 to 10 min · approximate
Tampa International Airport~15 to 20 min · approximate
Westshore district and International Plaza~10 to 15 min · approximate
Downtown Tampa~15 min · approximate

Distances and times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Anita (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Hillsborough County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Anita is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

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The takeaway

What actually shapes value in Anita, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Anita

Our read on what is being built around Anita, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an older single-family pocket in a central South Tampa location that continues to draw infill and nearby new development. The watch items are the build year and updates, roof and systems, and the flood zone and insurance picture, since this is an older in-town neighborhood near the bay.

New townhome development in Gandy / Sun Bay South

BullishMattamy Homes announced Sun Bay Townes, its first community in Tampa city limits, in the Gandy / Sun Bay South area, signaling continued builder interest near Anita; confirm any nearby project's location and timing. impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

New townhome development in Gandy / Sun Bay South

Older homes and flood exposure

Neutral1950s-era homes near the bay can carry roof, systems, and flood-insurance considerations; confirm the build year, updates, flood zone, and insurance for the specific home. impact
SignificanceRadius: Neighborhood

Older homes and flood exposure

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Anita, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. Established
    Neighborhood

    Older single-family subdivision in South Tampa

    Anita (Anita Sub) is an older single-family subdivision in South Tampa's Gandy / Sun Bay South area, ZIP 33611, with homes profiles describe as mostly 1950s ranch-style on in-town lots and no HOA (area real-estate profiles). Treat figures as reported and confirm. Why it matters: Central South Tampa location; value turns on the individual home, its updates, and the flood picture. Source

  2. January 2026
    Development

    Mattamy advances Sun Bay Townes in Gandy / Sun Bay South

    Reporting in January 2026 covered Mattamy Homes advancing Sun Bay Townes, described as its first community within Tampa city limits, in the Gandy / Sun Bay South neighborhood near Gandy Boulevard and the Selmon Expressway. Confirm the project's exact location and timing. Why it matters: Continued builder interest in the Gandy / Sun Bay South area supports demand near Anita. Source

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Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

If we were buying in Anita, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the build year and updates, since homes here are older and condition varies widely from home to home.

2

Check the roof and major systems, the roof age, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical, because some 1950s homes are updated and some are not.

3

Confirm the flood zone and insurance, since this is an older in-town neighborhood in South Tampa near the bay.

4

Verify there is no HOA or any deed restriction, with the listing and county, rather than assuming.

5

Comp within Anita by home and lot, not against a newer tract subdivision.

Best Buy
A sound, updated single-family home on a good Anita lot, priced to its condition and flood picture.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting roof, systems, or flood insurance on an older home, or comping against new construction.
Best Lot
Lot, location within the pocket, and a favorable flood zone carry value here.
Smart Timing
Confirm the build year, updates, roof, systems, and flood picture before you write.
The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Anita, platted as Anita Sub, is an older single-family subdivision in South Tampa's Gandy / Sun Bay South area, centered on W Anita Boulevard in ZIP 33611, Hillsborough County. Area profiles describe homes mostly built in the 1950s, largely ranch-style on conventional in-town lots, many updated over time, with no HOA reported. The location offers quick reach to Gandy Boulevard, the Selmon Expressway, the Gandy Bridge to St. Petersburg, Tampa International Airport, and the Westshore district. Homes are zoned to Hillsborough County public schools by address; verify zoning with the district.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Entry: older or original-condition homes

The most attainable product is older or largely original homes needing updates. Budget for roof, systems, and possible plumbing or electrical work, and confirm the flood picture before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated single-family homes

The core is updated single-family homes with renovated kitchens, baths, and systems. The condition, the updates, and the lot separate these more than square footage.

Most inventory
High: heavily renovated or rebuilt homes

The top end is heavily renovated or newer-built homes on the best lots, trading on the finish, the systems, and the central South Tampa location.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Entry: older or original-condition homes
The most attainable product is older or largely original homes needing updates. Budget for roof, systems, and possible plumbing or electrical work, and confirm the flood picture before assuming a value.
Mid: updated single-family homes
The core is updated single-family homes with renovated kitchens, baths, and systems. The condition, the updates, and the lot separate these more than square footage.
High: heavily renovated or rebuilt homes
The top end is heavily renovated or newer-built homes on the best lots, trading on the finish, the systems, and the central South Tampa location.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

15-Second Take
  • Renovation math decides the deal
  • Better lots and views resell strongest
  • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Location within TampaStrong
Established communityPositive
HOA and CDD postureConfirm per parcel
Home condition and systemsVerify per home
Flood read per lotVerify per address

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Anita

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The South Tampa location is priced into every Anita listing. The deal is won on the individual home, its updates, and the flood picture, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.0B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.2/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency8.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.6/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.0/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Why our read on Anita is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Location and lot carry value in this central South Tampa pocket.
  • An older home's condition and updates are a large part of value here.
  • Confirm the flood zone, roof, and systems per home.

In an established in-town neighborhood like Anita, the home and the lot set value together, with the roof, systems, and flood picture shaping carrying cost. The central South Tampa location and a favorable flood zone carry value. Compare a home against the closest sale on a comparable lot within Anita, and confirm the updates, systems, and flood zone before the finishes.

Anita in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family home in a central South Tampa location near Gandy and the Selmon.
Strong onLocation, quick reach to Gandy, the Selmon Expressway, the airport, St. Petersburg, and Westshore, and no HOA reported.
WatchThe build year and updates, roof and systems, and the flood zone and insurance on older homes.
Not forBuyers who want new-construction uniformity, a gated amenity-heavy master plan, or a large-acreage setting.
The edgeEach home is its own product, so reading the updates, systems, and flood picture and comping within Anita finds the value.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Area profiles report no HOA and no association fees.
  • Confirm there is no HOA or deed restriction with the listing.
  • Established single-family homes; comp by home and lot.
  • Location, lot, and a favorable flood zone hold value best.
  • Roof, systems, and flood insurance are the carrying items on older homes.

Area profiles report no HOA in Anita and describe homes with no association fees; treat this as reported and confirm there is no HOA or deed restriction, and verify any dues or scope, with the listing before you offer.

With no HOA reported, owners typically handle their own maintenance, insurance, and improvements. Confirm exactly what, if anything, applies to the specific home.

This is an established single-residential neighborhood rather than an amenity-driven master plan; nearby Gandy Boulevard retail, parks, and the Westshore district serve the area. Confirm any association or shared obligations with the listing.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Anita, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Anita, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

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The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Hillsborough County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,065/mo
Hillsborough County typical true cost to own
$151/mo
Hillsborough County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Anita Market Scorecard

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Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Anita?
An older single-family subdivision in South Tampa's Gandy / Sun Bay South area, platted as Anita Sub and centered on W Anita Boulevard in ZIP 33611, Hillsborough County.
Where is Anita located?
In South Tampa, in the Gandy / Sun Bay South area near Gandy Boulevard and the Selmon Expressway, ZIP 33611. The Gandy Bridge to St. Petersburg is nearby.
What kinds of homes are in Anita?
Area profiles describe single-family homes mostly built in the 1950s, largely ranch-style, many updated over time. Confirm the build year and updates for the specific home.
Is there an HOA in Anita?
Area profiles report no HOA and no association fees. Treat this as reported and confirm there is no HOA or deed restriction with the listing before you offer.
Is Anita a 55+ community?
No. Anita is an all-ages single-residential neighborhood. Confirm any specifics for the home with the listing.
How old are the homes in Anita?
Area profiles describe homes mostly built in the 1950s, with many updated over time. Treat any year as reported and confirm with the listing and the county appraiser.
What should I check about flooding in Anita?
Because this is an older in-town neighborhood in South Tampa near the bay, confirm the FEMA flood zone, elevation, and insurance requirement for the specific address using the county or FEMA flood-map tools.
How far is Anita from Tampa International Airport?
Roughly 15 to 20 minutes by car, depending on the route and time of day. Drive times are approximate; confirm for the specific address.
How far is Anita from St. Petersburg?
The Gandy Bridge to St. Petersburg is close by, with reported reach of roughly 5 to 10 minutes to the bridge. Confirm exact times for the specific address.
What schools serve Anita?
Homes are zoned to Hillsborough County public schools by address, with South Tampa options such as Anderson Elementary, Madison Middle, and area high schools nearby. Assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
Is Anita a good investment?
A central South Tampa location supports demand, but value is home-and-lot specific. Confirm the build year, updates, roof and systems, and the flood picture before deciding.
What should I check before buying in Anita?
The build year and updates, the roof and major systems, the flood zone and insurance, any HOA or deed restriction, and the lot.
Is there new development near Anita?
Reporting in January 2026 covered Mattamy Homes advancing Sun Bay Townes in the Gandy / Sun Bay South area near Anita. Confirm any nearby project's location and timing.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Anita?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Where the home's condition, systems, and flood picture swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
Who is the best real estate agent for Anita?
The best agent for Anita is one who actively works Tampa and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Anita.
How do I find a top Tampa real estate agent who knows Anita?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Anita and the wider Tampa area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Anita?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Anita purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
You want an established single-family home in a central South Tampa locationExcellent fit
You value quick reach to Gandy, the Selmon Expressway, the airport, and St. PetersburgExcellent fit
You are comfortable evaluating an older home's roof, systems, updates, and flood pictureExcellent fit
You want a new-construction tract with uniform floor plansProbably not
You want a gated or amenity-heavy master plan with an HOAProbably not
You want a large-acreage or rural settingProbably not

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