Chelsea Court in Tampa

Chelsea Court Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

New townhome community · Tampa · ZIP 33610

A new D.R. Horton townhome community near I-4, minutes from downtown Tampa.

Tampa 33610New townhomesNear I-4
Live Market Pulse
52/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
This is a new townhome community, so the floor plan, the HOA, and any builder competition drive value; confirm the HOA dues and whether the builder is still selling before any list price.
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS
$328K
Median Price
0.5mo
Supply
71days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$224/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Chelsea Court is a new D.R. Horton townhome community in Tampa, in Hillsborough County off Rachel Falls Drive near I-4, built in 2024 and 2025, so the read is a new-construction townhome read: block-construction, smart-home-equipped units with consistent floor plans, a monthly HOA, and resale that competes directly with whatever D.R. Horton is still selling nearby. The draw is a close-in location less than ten minutes from downtown Tampa with quick I-4 access. Your leverage is comparing resale to the builder's current offers, reading the HOA, and matching a unit to the closest in-community comparable sales."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Chelsea Court market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $328K ($224 per sq ft), with homes averaging 71 days on market and 0.5 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 26 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Chelsea Court is a new townhome community in Tampa, in Hillsborough County in the 33610 ZIP, off Rachel Falls Drive near I-4. Built by D.R. Horton in 2024 and 2025, it features the builder's Express Series townhomes, with durable concrete block construction on both stories and a connected smart-home system, generally around 1,460 square feet.

Because the community is brand-new and built by one builder, floor plans and finishes are consistent, which makes resale comparisons cleaner, but it also means resale competes directly with whatever D.R. Horton is still selling. The unit, the interior position, and any builder incentives nearby drive value.

The fee structure is a townhome HOA. Confirm the current HOA dues, what they cover, including exterior and common-area maintenance, and whether any CDD applies to the specific parcel, in writing before you offer.

The location is the draw: a close-in Tampa address less than ten minutes from downtown with quick I-4 access, near the Hard Rock, the amphitheater, Busch Gardens, and the zoo. The honest work is matching a specific unit to the closest in-community comparable sales, weighing the builder's current offers, and pricing the full carrying cost before any headline number.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a new, low-maintenance townhome close to downtown Tampa
  • Buyers who value block construction, smart-home features, and consistent finishes
  • Buyers who want quick I-4 access and a close-in location
  • Buyers who will weigh resale against the builder's current offers

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a single-family home or no association
  • Buyers who want an established, mature neighborhood
  • Buyers who want to avoid an HOA
  • Buyers unwilling to compare resale to ongoing builder sales

How Chelsea Court is performing right now

52/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0.5Months of supplytight
71Median days on marketdays
0 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
26Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+3%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 25, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Chelsea Court 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 Chelsea Court buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Chelsea Court

Live MLS inventory for Chelsea Court. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Chelsea Court listings as of 2026-06-25, priced high to low. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.. Tap any home to ask about it.

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

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Interstate 4~5 min · Main highway access
Downtown Tampa~10 min · West via I-4
Hard Rock and the amphitheater~5-10 min · Entertainment nearby
Busch Gardens and the zoo~15-20 min · Attractions nearby
Ybor City~5-10 min · Historic district
Tampa International Airport~25-30 min · Via I-275

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

Nearby Communities

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HHHillsboro HeightsTampa, FL · adjacentGDGardens at Diana Point NorthTampa, FL · 0.2 miPSPickron SubTampa, FL · 0.6 miDRDel Rio EstatesTampa, FL · 0.6 miRGRiver Grove EstatesTampa, FL · 0.6 miKPKnoll PineTampa, FL · 0.8 miELEast Lake Park,East Lake-Orient ParkTampa, FL · 1.1 miKIKingsForestTampa, FL · 1.1 miCCChelsea CourtTampa, FL · 1.1 mi

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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
Chelsea Court (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

Chelsea Court 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.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Chelsea Court address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Chelsea Court: continued close-in Tampa housing growth, the builder-versus-resale dynamic, and sustained regional demand. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Chelsea Court

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

Net OutlookBullishClose-in Tampa demand supports the community, while the near-term watch item is how resale prices track D.R. Horton's offers nearby.

Close-in Tampa and I-4 area keeps adding housing

2026
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Continued housing and attraction investment in the close-in east Tampa and I-4 area supports demand near Chelsea Court.

Single-builder resale competes with the builder

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

While D.R. Horton sells nearby, resale pricing must account for current builder incentives.

New block construction means consistent comps

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Consistent, recent construction makes in-community comps cleaner, which helps pricing.

Regional growth supports demand

2026
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Regional

Sustained Tampa Bay growth underpins demand for new, close-in townhomes.

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 Chelsea Court, 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. April 2026
    Growth

    Hillsborough plans for continued regional growth

    Hillsborough County planning highlighted continued strong population growth across the county, underscoring demand and infrastructure pressure in close-in and corridor areas. Why it matters: Sustained regional growth supports housing demand while keeping traffic a watch item. Source

  2. December 2025
    Area

    Tampa Bay real estate developments continue

    Reporting tracked continued real estate development across Tampa Bay, including close-in Tampa, underscoring sustained demand and new construction. Why it matters: Sustained demand and new construction support close-in Tampa townhome value. 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 Chelsea Court, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Compare resale to the builder. If D.R. Horton is still selling nearby, weigh incentives against a resale unit.

2

Confirm the HOA. Verify the dues, what they cover, and whether any CDD applies to the specific parcel.

3

Read the unit position. Interior versus end units and what the unit faces affect value, so confirm the position.

4

Match the unit to in-community comps. The closest sales in the community set the number.

5

Cross-shop Tampa townhomes, and compare Sun Bay Townes.

Best Buy
A well-kept end or premium-position unit, priced against both resale and the builder's offers
Biggest Risk
Overpaying versus the builder's incentives, or underbudgeting the HOA
Best Lot
An end unit or one facing open space over an interior unit near parking
Smart Timing
Watch builder incentives while D.R. Horton is still selling nearby
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

Chelsea Court is a new townhome community in Tampa, in Hillsborough County in the 33610 ZIP, off Rachel Falls Drive near I-4, built by D.R. Horton in 2024 and 2025. It features the builder's Express Series townhomes with concrete block construction on both stories and a connected smart-home system, generally around 1,460 square feet, with a monthly HOA. Because it is brand-new and single-builder, resale competes with the builder's ongoing sales, and the unit position and HOA drive value. The close-in location is less than ten minutes from downtown Tampa with quick I-4 access. Confirm the HOA dues, any CDD, and the builder's status for the specific unit before any list price.

The takeaway

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

The Interior Townhome
$317K to $324K

An interior unit, the entry point, where the HOA and the builder comparison decide whether the price is fair.

Lowest entry
The Core Townhome
$324K to $340K

A standard townhome in good position, the heart of what trades here.

Most inventory
The End or Premium Unit
$340K to $345K

An end unit or one facing open space, the units that tend to hold value best in the community.

Strongest resale

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

$317K to $324K
The Interior Townhome
An interior unit, the entry point, where the HOA and the builder comparison decide whether the price is fair.
$324K to $340K
The Core Townhome
A standard townhome in good position, the heart of what trades here.
$340K to $345K
The End or Premium Unit
An end unit or one facing open space, the units that tend to hold value best in the community.

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.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Tampa locationStrong
Scarce, established homesitesStrong
Established, in-demand locationPositive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

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 Chelsea Court

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.

In a brand-new townhome community, resale competes with the builder. The deal is read on the unit, the HOA, and the builder's current offers.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.6B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.4/10
Renovation Risk8.4/10
Location Efficiency8.2/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.6/10

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 Chelsea Court 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
  • Golf, lake, and preserve lots hold value best
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
  • The lot cannot be renovated, the house can
  • Premium homesites resell faster
  • ~3% asking premium for premium lots today

In a built-out club community, the lot is the resale insurance

The houses can be renovated, but the lot and view cannot. Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots consistently command higher premiums and resell faster than interior lots backing to another home. The premium you pay for a great homesite is the discount you avoid when you sell.

The mistake is paying an estate price for a base interior lot. We help buyers spot which homesites carry real, durable premiums and which are dressed-up interiors, so your money lands where the market will give it back.

Strongest resaleGolf frontage and lakefront homesites at Chelsea Court

Golf & lakefront lots

Open views over the course or the 26 community lakes. The scarcest, most in-demand homesites; they command the highest premiums and resell fastest.

Strong resalePreserve-backing homesites at Chelsea Court

Preserve lots

Backing to protected preserve means privacy with no rear neighbor. A consistent favorite that holds value well above a standard interior lot.

Moderate resaleCul-de-sac and larger interior homesites at Chelsea Court

Cul-de-sac & larger lots

Less traffic, more yard, and an easy walk to the club for some streets. A real but smaller premium that depends on the street and parcel size.

Value tierStandard interior homesites at Chelsea Court

Standard interior lots

The most affordable way through the gates, and the best renovation value. Just do not pay a golf or lake price for one, this is where buyers most often overpay.

Relative resale strength by lot and view, illustrative of how Chelsea Court homesites trade. The exact premium depends on the specific home, the view, and the street.

Chelsea Court in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a new, low-maintenance townhome close to downtown Tampa with I-4 access.
Biggest advantageNew block-construction smart homes in a close-in Tampa location minutes from downtown.
Biggest riskResale competes with the builder, and the HOA adds to the monthly cost.
Sweet spotA well-kept end or premium-position unit, priced against resale and current builder incentives.
Avoid ifYou want a single-family home, no HOA, or an established neighborhood.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • A monthly townhome HOA
  • Confirm what the HOA covers
  • Confirm whether any CDD applies per parcel
  • Compare resale to the builder's current offers
  • Confirm all fees in writing before you offer

Chelsea Court is a townhome community with a monthly homeowners association fee. Confirm the current dues, what they cover, including exterior and common-area maintenance, and whether any CDD applies to the specific parcel in writing before you offer.

The HOA dues typically cover exterior maintenance, common areas, and community management for the townhomes. Confirm exactly what is covered for the specific unit.

No private club; as a new Express Series community the amenity base is modest, so confirm the current community features and any shared amenities.

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 Chelsea Court, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Sun Bay Townes, 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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Real comps, not a Zestimate.
How much local inventory is already under contract

21% of homes for sale in ZIP 33610 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-06-25).

Chelsea Court Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Chelsea Court is currently a strong seller's market. About 0.5 months of supply, a median asking price of $345,000, and homes go under contract in about 24 days.

0.5
Months supply
$345,000
Median list
$328,495
Median sold
$232
Per sqft
24
Days on mkt
1/0/26
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33610 ZIP is $276,660, about 11.9% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

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

Where is Chelsea Court?
Chelsea Court is a new townhome community in Tampa, in Hillsborough County in the 33610 ZIP, off Rachel Falls Drive near I-4, less than ten minutes from downtown Tampa.
Who built Chelsea Court?
Chelsea Court was built by D.R. Horton in 2024 and 2025, featuring the builder's Express Series townhomes with block construction and a smart-home system. Confirm whether the builder is still selling nearby.
What kinds of homes are in Chelsea Court?
Chelsea Court has townhomes, generally around 1,460 square feet, with two stories of concrete block construction. Confirm the floor plan, position, and any options for a specific unit.
What are the HOA fees in Chelsea Court?
Chelsea Court is a townhome community with a monthly HOA. Confirm the current dues, what they cover, and whether any CDD applies to the specific parcel in writing before you offer.
Does Chelsea Court have a CDD?
Confirm per parcel. Verify whether any Community Development District assessment applies to the specific unit on the tax bill before you assume it.
Is Chelsea Court a good value versus a new build?
Because D.R. Horton may still be selling nearby, compare a resale unit against the builder's current incentives and inventory before you decide. The HOA and unit position also factor in.
How close is Chelsea Court to downtown Tampa?
Chelsea Court is less than ten minutes from downtown Tampa with quick I-4 access, near the Hard Rock, the amphitheater, Busch Gardens, and the zoo. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
Is Chelsea Court gated?
Confirm the current access arrangement for the community, since newer townhome communities vary. Verify before you assume it.
Is Chelsea Court a good place to buy?
The new construction, low-maintenance townhome format, and close-in location support demand, but resale competes with the builder and the HOA adds to the cost. Read a specific unit against in-community comps and the builder's offers. This is not a guarantee of future value.
Is the area around Chelsea Court growing?
Yes. The close-in east Tampa and I-4 area continues to add housing and sees major nearby attractions and employers. Growth brings convenience and traffic together, so weigh both.
What schools serve Chelsea Court?
Chelsea Court is served by Hillsborough County Schools. School assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoned schools for a specific home with the district before you assume them.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Chelsea Court?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. In a new townhome community, where condition and the specifics swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
Buyers who want a new, low-maintenance townhome close to downtown TampaExcellent fit
Buyers who value block construction, smart-home features, and consistent finishesExcellent fit
Buyers who want quick I-4 access and a close-in locationExcellent fit
Buyers who will weigh resale against the builder's current offersExcellent fit
Buyers who want a lock-and-leave home near downtownExcellent fit
Buyers who want a single-family home or no associationProbably not
Buyers who want an established, mature neighborhoodProbably not
Buyers who want to avoid an HOAProbably not
Buyers unwilling to compare resale to ongoing builder salesProbably not
Buyers who want a precise, statistics-rich single price indexProbably not

Get the inside read on Chelsea Court

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