Bungalow City
Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL
All 3,753 homes for sale in Tampa, FL · median $435,520 · 148 homes for sale in 33609 · Hillsborough County homes for sale
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 4 closed sales in Bungalow City Addition in Tampa, FL since 2011, the most recent in February 2026. Across Tampa as a whole, 5,135 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $430,000, 38 median days on market, with 3,246 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,760 ($6,140 with the full homestead exemption).
This is a small, older pocket of Tampa — 39 homes total, with a median build year of 1955 but a range that stretches all the way to 2024. That spread matters more than any single stat: a handful of newer builds sit alongside original-era bungalows, so two homes on the same block can carry very different condition profiles, systems, and price expectations.
With just under 60% of homes carrying homestead status, this is not a market dominated by turnover or investor churn, but it also is not a fully owner-stable enclave either. For sellers, that mix means pricing has to be anchored to the specific home's age and updates rather than a neighborhood average. For buyers, it means doing real diligence on year-built and renovation history before assuming what a listing price actually buys.
Figures in this note are as of July 21, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Bungalow CityHomes for Sale in Tampa, FL right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Bungalow City is a compact, established pocket of Tampa in Hillsborough County where original-era homes and newer construction sit side by side rather than in separate phases or sections.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 52 homes in Bungalow City that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1913 and 2016 (median 1998), with a median living area of about 1,883 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Bungalow City is best for.
Best for
- Buyers targeting either an original 1950s-era home or a newer rebuild, with a clear sense of which they want
- Buyers comfortable doing home-by-home diligence rather than assuming neighborhood-wide consistency
- Buyers prioritizing lot and location over shared community features or amenities
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a single consistent architectural era across the block
- Buyers expecting community amenities such as a pool, clubhouse, or shared recreational space
- Buyers who prefer to price off area averages rather than verifying each home's specific age and condition
The market around Bungalow City
Bungalow City is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33609, 176 homes are on the market and 30% are under contract — a steady corner of Tampa.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,274 homes are active and 1,939 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 33609 (Tampa), 427 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $667K ($369/sq ft), up 11.3% year over year, with a median 39 days on market. Right now 60 active and 18 pending listings put supply at about 4.4 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33609 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Bungalow City specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Bungalow City buying strategy.
If we were buying in Bungalow City today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Bungalow City.
A Split-Era Block, Not a Uniform Subdivision
With only 39 homes in current inventory, this is a micro-market rather than a planned community — there is no builder-defined phasing, no shared amenity package, and no single architectural era to point to. The 1947-to-2024 build range tells the real story: this is infill and rebuild territory, where a 2024 home can be next door to one built in the late 1940s.
Median living space runs right around 1,923 square feet, which is a reasonable baseline for the area, but with a build-year spread this wide, square footage alone will not tell you what you are buying. Two homes at that same size could differ enormously in systems, layout era, and renovation history. No community amenities were identified in current MLS listings, so any appeal here is about the individual home and its lot, not a shared clubhouse, pool, or gated feature set.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Bungalow City. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a small, mixed-vintage market like this, the comps are not straightforward — a 1950s home and a 2020s rebuild on the same street are not really the same asset. We pull actual permit and renovation history alongside MLS data so pricing conversations are grounded in what a specific home is, not just its address.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 19, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2011 (4 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Recent Developments in Bungalow City Addition
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Bungalow City Addition, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- August 2026Development
AECOM Hunt selected as construction manager for proposed $2.3 billion Rays ballpark in Tampa
AECOM Hunt joined the design team led by Populous for the proposed ballpark on a site that includes Hillsborough College property. The stadium would have at least 28,000 fixed seats, with a construction start targeted for September 2026 and completion by late 2028. Tampa's public contribution is up to $80 million and financing is not finalized.
What it may mean for the marketA large ballpark and surrounding mixed-use district would add construction jobs, event traffic and retail demand on the Dale Mabry corridor. The site is about 6 miles northwest of Bungalow City Addition.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - August 2026Infrastructure
Four firms vie to build Tampa International Airport's $150 million control tower
TPA narrowed the field to four builders for a new blast-resistant air traffic control tower on about 2 acres northwest of the main terminal. The budget is about $150 million, with board selection expected Oct. 1 and substantial completion targeted for March 2029.
What it may mean for the marketAirport capital spending supports construction employment and long-term air service capacity for the region. The site is about 7 miles northwest of Bungalow City Addition.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - August 2026Development
ONE Tampa condo tower tops out at 42 stories with nearly 70% of units sold
Kolter Urban's 42-story tower at North Ashley Drive and East Twiggs Street has 225 residences and is capped at 649 feet by aviation limits. Closings are expected to begin in the third quarter of 2027. About 5,000 square feet of ground-floor restaurant space is planned.
What it may mean for the marketNew downtown condo inventory and ground-floor dining add housing choices and walkable amenities near Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. The site is about 2 miles northwest of Bungalow City Addition.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - July 2026Development
33-story tower planned for Water Street Tampa expansion
Strategic Property Partners plans a 33-story mixed use tower at Water Street and Cumberland Avenue in downtown Tampa on a 1.9-acre site. The building would hold 452 residential units ranging from studios to three bedrooms plus about 37,000 square feet of retail and 645 parking spaces. Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2027 with completion targeted for 2029.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a 33 story tower with 452 residential units and ground floor retail to the downtown Tampa market, continuing the buildout of the Water Street district and expanding high rise housing supply. The site is about 2 miles northwest of Bungalow City Addition.
Source: Florida YIMBY - July 2026Development
Mercy Oaks II affordable apartments open on North Florida Avenue
Catholic Charities, with the City of Tampa and Hillsborough County, completed Mercy Oaks II, a 17-unit affordable apartment building on North Florida Avenue in East Tampa built on the site of a former strip mall. The project includes 15 one-bedroom and two two-bedroom units, with seven units serving households up to 80 percent of area median income and ten up to 50 percent. It was supported by 1.25 million dollars in state SHIP funds from the city and sits next to the 20-unit Mercy Oaks I completed in 2022.
What it may mean for the marketAdds 17 income restricted apartments on a former strip mall site, expanding the affordable rental supply and converting vacant commercial land to housing. The project is about 6 miles north of Bungalow City Addition, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: City of Tampa - July 2026Builder Activity
First 3D-printed affordable home nears completion in East Tampa
The nonprofit Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa is completing Tampa's first 3D-printed affordable home on Lurline Circle in East Tampa, using a gantry-style printer that layers concrete for the walls. The house is expected to be finished within weeks and listed for sale in about two months, with down payment assistance and first time homebuyer programs available. The effort is part of a broader CDC initiative that includes more than 90 multifamily units in East Tampa.
What it may mean for the marketIntroduces 3D concrete printing construction to the local for sale housing market, with a new single family home and additional multifamily units planned. The method signals a new building technique entering the area home supply. The project is about 4 miles north of Bungalow City Addition, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Bay News 9
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.
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Common questions about Bungalow City
Where is Bungalow City?
Bungalow City is a community in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33609.
Are there homes for sale in Bungalow City right now?
No active listings inside Bungalow City at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Bungalow City have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Bungalow City in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
| Location | Tampa, Hillsborough County, FL · ZIP 33609 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 34 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1947–2024 (median 1953.5) |
| Typical living area | 1,813 sq ft (median) |
| Amenities listed by sellers | None, Security System |
| For sale right now | 0 active, 0 pending |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 58% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2011 through 2026; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Bungalow City key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/bungalow-city-addition, data as of September 20, 2026.
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Bungalow City Addition Market Scorecard
Bungalow City Addition is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.
Typical home value in the 33609 ZIP is $615,633, about 17.4% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.