Clair Mel
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 10 closed sales in Clair Mel Addition in Tampa, FL since 2010, 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 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 Clair Mel, Tampa, FL — see all Clair Mel homes for sale (0 listings across 3 sections in the MLS).

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Clair Mel is an older Tampa pocket where the housing stock spans a full century, from homes built in the early 1920s to recent construction finished as late as 2024. That range matters more than any single number here: buyers are looking at a mix of original-era homes and newer infill, and condition, lot configuration, and how much has been updated will do most of the work in setting value on any given listing.

The median living area, near 2,861 square feet, runs larger than what most buyers associate with a neighborhood whose typical home dates to the early 1950s, which tells us there is a meaningful share of additions, rebuilds, or larger newer construction mixed into the count of 354 homes. With homestead exemption filed on 78% of properties, most owners here are holding the home as their primary residence rather than as a short-term rental or flip, which tends to support a steadier, less transaction-driven market posture.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Clair MelHomes 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.

714 S LOIS AVENUE
$1.40M · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,215 sqft
714 S LOIS AVENUE
Listed by PINPOINT REALTY GROUP LLC
1009 S MORRISON COURT
$2.25M · 0.2 mi away
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,102 sqft
1009 S MORRISON COURT
Listed by COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
1011 S MORRISON COURT
$3.90M · 0.2 mi away
6 bd · 6 ba · 6,136 sqft
1011 S MORRISON COURT
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS SOUTH TAMPA
1104 S LOIS AVENUE
$839K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,599 sqft
1104 S LOIS AVENUE
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA PROPERTIES
4109 W WATROUS AVENUE
$3.40M · 0.2 mi away
6 bd · 6 ba · 5,201 sqft
4109 W WATROUS AVENUE
Listed by REAL BROKER, LLC
4207 W JETTON AVENUE
$2.75M · 0.2 mi away
5 bd · 4 ba · 4,386 sqft
4207 W JETTON AVENUE
Listed by COMPASS FLORIDA LLC

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Clair Mel sits in Hillsborough County within Tampa, with a housing stock built across a full century rather than in a single development wave, so no two blocks necessarily read the same age or scale.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 121 homes in Clair Mel that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1947 and 2026 (median 1998), with a median living area of about 2,936 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout; 98% 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 Clair Mel across 2024–2025 (17 in 2024, 14 in 2025), median $2.30M — 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.

Best for

  • Buyers prioritizing living space and willing to evaluate condition home by home rather than by neighborhood norms
  • Buyers interested in a settled residential area with a high share of owner-occupied homes
  • Buyers open to either an older structure with character or a newer rebuild on the same type of lot

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a single, consistent architectural style or build era throughout
  • Buyers seeking community amenities such as pools, clubhouses, or organized recreation
  • Buyers who want to rely on a neighborhood-wide price average rather than home-specific comparisons

The market around Clair Mel

Clair Mel 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 Clair Mel specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Clair Mel today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 Clair Mel.

Best Buy
Buyers comfortable evaluating homes individually rather than leaning on neighborhood-wide averages.
Biggest Risk
Wide variation in age and square footage makes it easy to overpay without a condition-specific comparison.
Sweet Spot
Homes with documented updates or additions that bridge the older core with more current construction.
Avoid If
You want a community built around shared amenities rather than the individual home.

A neighborhood built in layers, not phases

With 354 homes spanning construction from 1922 through 2024, Clair Mel did not develop as a single subdivision under one builder timeline. That means buyers should expect real variation block to block and even lot to lot: a home from the early era sitting near one finished within the last few years. The median year built of 1954 signals that the core of the neighborhood is mid-century, but the presence of homes built as recently as 2024 shows ongoing infill or rebuild activity layered on top of that older base.

The living area figure is the other detail worth sitting with. A median of roughly 2,861 square feet is sizable for a community with a mid-century core, which suggests additions, substantial renovations, or newer larger-footprint builds are pulling that number up. No community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, so this reads as a straightforward residential area valued on the home itself, its lot, and its condition rather than on shared recreational infrastructure.

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The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Clair Mel. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a neighborhood this age-diverse, pulling comparable sales that actually match a given home's era, size, and condition takes more than a quick pull of nearby closings. We walk buyers and sellers through what separates an original 1950s structure from a recent rebuild on the same street, so pricing conversations start from the right baseline rather than a neighborhood average that blends a century of construction.

Clair Mel in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers comfortable evaluating homes individually rather than leaning on neighborhood-wide averages.
Biggest advantageThe mix of eras means larger, updated, or newer-built homes can be found without leaving the immediate area.
Biggest riskWide variation in age and square footage makes it easy to overpay without a condition-specific comparison.
Sweet spotHomes with documented updates or additions that bridge the older core with more current construction.
Avoid ifYou want a community built around shared amenities rather than the individual home.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Clair Mel homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Clair Mel.
In short
  • 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.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Clair Mel sales matched to your home.

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.
Buyers prioritizing living space and willing to evaluate condition home by home rather than by neighborhood normsExcellent fit
Buyers interested in a settled residential area with a high share of owner-occupied homesExcellent fit
Buyers open to either an older structure with character or a newer rebuild on the same type of lotExcellent fit
Buyers who want a single, consistent architectural style or build era throughoutProbably not
Buyers seeking community amenities such as pools, clubhouses, or organized recreationProbably not
Buyers who want to rely on a neighborhood-wide price average rather than home-specific comparisonsProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 19, 2026)
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2010 (10 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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Schools serving nearby communities

We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Clair Mel. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 33609 / 33629; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.

Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).

Common questions about Clair Mel

Where is Clair Mel?

Clair Mel is a community in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33609 / 33629.

Are there homes for sale in Clair Mel right now?

No active listings inside Clair Mel at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.

Does Clair Mel have an HOA or CDD?

No HOA is on record for Clair Mel 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.

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Clair Mel Addition Market Scorecard

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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.