Carrollwood
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 15 closed sales in Carrollwood Subdivision Unit No 12 in Tampa, FL since 2005, the most recent in August 2025. 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 1,363 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).
Part of Carrollwood, Tampa, FL — see all Carrollwood homes for sale (8 listings across 3 sections in the MLS).
| Location | Tampa, Hillsborough County, FL · ZIP 33618 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 540 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1941–2023 (median 1964.0) |
| Typical living area | 2,344 sq ft (median) |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 84% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2005 through 2025; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Carrollwood Subdivision Unit No 12 key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/carrollwood-subdivision-unit-no-12, data as of September 20, 2026.

Carrollwood Subdivision Unit No 12 spans over eight decades of construction, from 1941-era homes through 2023 builds, and that range is what actually drives pricing here. Two houses on the same street can carry very different price points once you factor in original systems versus a full rebuild or recent renovation, so buyers need to price the home in front of them, not the neighborhood average.
With homestead exemptions on 85.7% of the roughly 752 homes, this is a community built on long-term ownership rather than turnover or investor activity. That posture tends to keep inventory tight and puts the negotiating edge with well-prepared buyers who can move quickly and sellers who price to the home's actual condition rather than the address alone.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Carrollwood 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
A large, established Tampa subdivision where construction dates stretch from the early 1940s to recent builds, with a median home size around 2,347 square feet — the kind of footprint that spans both the original mid-century stock and later infill construction on the same streets.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 464 homes in Carrollwood that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1959 and 2022 (median 1966), with a median living area of about 2,043 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
County records show 31 qualified sales in Carrollwood across 2024–2025 (17 in 2024, 14 in 2025), median $620,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
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 Carrollwood is best for.
Best for
- Buyers who want a larger footprint (median near 2,347 sq ft) and are comfortable evaluating homes on a case-by-case condition basis
- Renovation-minded buyers looking for mid-century stock with room to update or expand
- Long-term holders who value an established, low-turnover subdivision over new-construction uniformity
Probably not for
- Buyers who want turnkey new construction with consistent finishes across the neighborhood
- Buyers who expect an HOA-run clubhouse, pool, or other shared recreational amenities
- Buyers uncomfortable doing extra homework on a home's specific age and renovation history before making an offer
The market around Carrollwood
Carrollwood is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33618, 109 homes are on the market and 25% are under contract — a steady corner of Tampa.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,324 homes are active and 1,810 pending (22% under contract).
In ZIP 33618 (Tampa), 316 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $495K ($256/sq ft), down 1.6% year over year, with a median 32 days on market. Right now 39 active and 11 pending listings put supply at about 3.1 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33618 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Carrollwood specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Housing distress & ownership in Carrollwood Subdivision Unit No 12, Tampa
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period October 2026 through October 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
The Carrollwood buying strategy.
If we were buying in Carrollwood 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 Carrollwood.
A Community Defined by Vintage, Not Uniformity
The median year built of 1965 tells you the bones of this neighborhood are mid-century, but the full range through 2023 means you'll find everything from largely untouched originals to ground-up rebuilds within the same subdivision. That spread matters more here than in a community built out in a single phase — condition, not just square footage or lot, is doing most of the work on value.
No community amenities are identified in current MLS listings for this subdivision, which means the appeal is the home and the lot themselves rather than a clubhouse, pool, or shared recreation. Buyers drawn here are typically buying square footage, location within Tampa, and the flexibility to renovate or hold a long-established property — not a packaged lifestyle.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Carrollwood. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a subdivision where a 1940s original and a 2020s rebuild can sit on the same block, pulling comparable sales by year built and true condition — not just address — is the difference between a fair offer and an overpay. We walk that comparison with you before you write a number.
Carrollwood in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (10 streets, ZIP 33618)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2005 (15 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.
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