Creek Preserve in Wimauma

Creek Preserve Homes for Sale in Wimauma, FL

Master-planned community · Wimauma · Hillsborough County

A D.R. Horton master-planned community in Wimauma off US-301, with a clubhouse, pool, and conservation surroundings.

New and resaleClubhouse and poolLow HOA plus CDD
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Creek Preserve is a newer D.R. Horton community off US-301 in Wimauma. The read is the home and lot, the CDD assessment on top of a low HOA, and the conservation and carrying-cost picture.
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Creek Preserve is a master-planned community in Wimauma, in south Hillsborough County, built by D.R. Horton (including its Express Homes line) starting in the late 2010s and now a mix of new construction and resale as the community builds out. The homes are all concrete-block on both stories, with smart-home features, current finishes, and many pond and conservation views off US-301 near the Little Manatee River. The buy is the lot and the carrying cost: a low annual HOA but a Community Development District assessment that rides on the tax bill, plus an honest read of the Wimauma flood and evacuation picture after the 2024 storms. The value is a relatively new, affordable home with amenities in the fast-growing SouthShore and US-301 corridor near Sun City Center and I-75."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Creek Preserve is a master-planned community in Wimauma, in the SouthShore area of south Hillsborough County, located off US-301 and West Lake Drive near the Little Manatee River State Park. It was developed by D.R. Horton, including its Express Homes line, starting in the late 2010s, and is now a mix of new construction and resale as the community fills in.

The homes are one and two-story houses with all concrete-block construction on both stories, smart-home features, and current finishes, with many homesites overlooking ponds and conservation areas. Community amenities include a clubhouse and amenity center, a resort-style pool, a playground, and a basketball court.

The community has a low annual homeowners association plus a Community Development District whose assessment rides on the property tax bill. The CDD is the larger line and includes a bond-repayment portion until the bonds mature. Confirm the exact CDD assessment and remaining bond term, and the HOA dues, per parcel via the Creek Preserve CDD records.

Wimauma sits inland in south Hillsborough but parts of the SouthShore area saw flooding in the 2024 storms, and the county updated evacuation zones for 2026. Confirm the FEMA flood zone and the county evacuation zone for the specific home, and weigh the ongoing US-301 corridor growth.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a relatively new, affordable home with amenities
  • Buyers who value a clubhouse and pool at an entry price point
  • Buyers who will weigh the CDD assessment in the total monthly cost
  • Commuters who value US-301 and I-75 access and the growing SouthShore area

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want the lowest carrying cost with no CDD
  • Buyers who want an established neighborhood with mature trees
  • Buyers who need a short commute to the Tampa core
  • Buyers who want to skip the flood and evacuation diligence

How Creek Preserve is performing right now

50/100
momentum
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 Creek Preserve 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 Creek Preserve 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

The Wimauma location trades a longer Tampa commute for value and amenities, with Sun City Center and I-75 a short hop and the Little Manatee River minutes away.

Sun City Center~10 to 15 min · ~7 mi
I-75 access~12 to 15 min · ~8 mi
Little Manatee River State Park~5 to 10 min · minutes away
Downtown Tampa~40 to 45 min · ~30 mi
MacDill Air Force Base~45 to 55 min · ~30 mi
Tampa Int'l Airport (TPA)~50 to 55 min · ~38 mi
Gulf beaches via Apollo Beach~25 to 35 min · coastal access

Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic on US-301 and I-75. 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
Creek Preserve (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

Creek Preserve 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.

Public

Hillsborough County Public Schools (verify by address)

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Choice

Magnet and choice options may apply

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

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Creek Preserve: a major new Wimauma high school, expanded SouthShore healthcare, build-to-rent activity nearby, and updated coastal evacuation zones. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Creek Preserve

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

Net OutlookBullishSchool and healthcare investment point up, while the carrying-cost reality is the CDD plus insurance. The near-term watch items are the updated evacuation mapping for specific addresses and the pace of US-301 corridor growth.

Aquilla J. Morgan High School opens in Wimauma

2025
BullishMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

A large new Hillsborough high school in Wimauma adds capacity and is a real quality-of-life and demand support for the US-301 corridor.

Moffitt opens its SouthShore cancer campus

2025
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Expanded specialty healthcare in nearby Ruskin supports quality of life and demand across SouthShore.

Build-to-rent townhomes near Southshore Bay

2025
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

New rental supply in Wimauma reflects strong demand but adds nearby competition, worth weighing for resale and rentals.

County updates 2026 evacuation zones

2026
BearishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Updated coastal evacuation mapping is a reminder to verify the zone and insurance for any south Hillsborough address.

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 Creek Preserve, 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. January 2025
    Healthcare

    Moffitt at SouthShore celebrates grand opening

    Moffitt Cancer Center opened its new outpatient cancer campus in the SouthShore area of south Hillsborough County in January 2025, expanding specialty oncology care for the region. Why it matters: Expanded healthcare supports quality of life and demand near Creek Preserve. Source

  2. August 2025
    Schools

    Aquilla J. Morgan High School opens in Wimauma

    Hillsborough County Public Schools opened its largest and most advanced high school, Aquilla J. Morgan High School, in Wimauma for the fall 2025 school year, with capacity for up to 3,500 students. Why it matters: Major new school capacity in Wimauma supports the area's growth near Creek Preserve. Source

  3. September 2025
    Development

    Build-to-rent townhomes coming to Wimauma's Southshore Bay

    A build-to-rent townhome community was reported coming to the Southshore Bay area of Wimauma, adding new rental housing in the US-301 corridor. Why it matters: Nearby rental supply signals demand but adds competition to weigh for resale. 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 Creek Preserve, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the exact CDD assessment and the remaining bond term on the parcel's tax record, on top of the HOA, via the Creek Preserve CDD.

2

Confirm the low annual HOA dues and what they cover.

3

Check the FEMA flood zone and the Hillsborough evacuation zone for the specific home.

4

Get a current insurance quote early given the south Hillsborough location.

5

Choose the lot deliberately, including pond and conservation views, on new and resale inventory.

Best Buy
A well-located home on a pond or conservation lot with a manageable CDD assessment
Biggest Risk
Underestimating the CDD plus insurance in the total monthly cost
Best Lot
A pond or conservation lot over an interior one
Smart Timing
Confirm CDD, HOA, flood, and evacuation zone before you offer
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

Creek Preserve is a master-planned community in Wimauma, in the SouthShore area of south Hillsborough County, located off US-301 and West Lake Drive near the Little Manatee River State Park. It was developed by D.R. Horton, including its Express Homes line, starting in the late 2010s and is now a mix of new construction and resale. The homes are one and two-story houses with all concrete-block construction on both stories and smart-home features, with many pond and conservation views. Amenities include a clubhouse and amenity center, a resort-style pool, a playground, and a basketball court. The community has a low annual homeowners association plus a Community Development District whose assessment rides on the tax bill. It sits near Sun City Center, US-301, and I-75 in the growing SouthShore area.

The takeaway

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

The Entry Home

The smaller single-story plans, the value entry into a newer amenitized community. Confirm the CDD tier and HOA.

Lowest entry
The Larger Home

The mid-size one and two-story homes, the heart of the community, where lot and CDD tier set the price.

Most inventory
The Pond-View Home

Larger homes on pond or conservation lots, the homes that 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.

The Entry Home
The smaller single-story plans, the value entry into a newer amenitized community. Confirm the CDD tier and HOA.
The Larger Home
The mid-size one and two-story homes, the heart of the community, where lot and CDD tier set the price.
The Pond-View Home
Larger homes on pond or conservation lots, the homes that 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.

Newer block-built constructionStrong
Clubhouse and community amenitiesPositive
US-301 and I-75 accessAdequate
CDD carrying costManage it
Flood and evacuation diligenceManage 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 Creek Preserve

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.

It is a newer home, so the diligence shifts to the lot, the CDD assessment, and the flood and evacuation read.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.3B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.1/10
Renovation Risk8.5/10
Location Efficiency6.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.0/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.3/10

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 Creek Preserve 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
  • Pond and conservation lots hold value
  • Confirm the CDD tier and bond balance
  • Newer block-built homes, low reno risk
  • Check the evacuation zone per address
  • Interior lots are the value play

In a newer master plan, the lot and the CDD are the durable variables. A home on a pond or conservation lot holds value better than a peripheral interior lot, while the CDD assessment and remaining bond term set the carrying cost. The upside of newer block-built construction is low renovation risk; the diligence is the CDD, the flood zone, and the evacuation status.

Creek Preserve in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a relatively new, affordable home with amenities in SouthShore.
Biggest advantageNewer block-built construction and a pool at an entry price point near US-301 and I-75.
Biggest riskThe CDD assessment plus insurance raising the true carrying cost.
Sweet spotA home on a pond or conservation lot with a manageable CDD.
Avoid ifYou want no CDD, an established neighborhood, or a short Tampa-core commute.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Low annual HOA plus a CDD
  • CDD assessment rides on the tax bill
  • Confirm the exact CDD per parcel
  • Newer block-built homes with a pool
  • Budget flood and insurance diligence

A low annual homeowners association plus a Community Development District whose assessment rides on the property tax bill. The CDD is the larger line and includes a bond-repayment portion until the bonds mature. Confirm the exact CDD assessment and remaining bond term, and the HOA dues, per parcel.

The HOA and CDD support the community amenities, common areas, ponds, and maintenance. Homes are on central water and sewer typical of a master-planned community; confirm per home.

No country club or golf. Amenities are a clubhouse and amenity center, a resort-style pool, a playground, and a basketball court.

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 Creek Preserve, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Southshore Bay, 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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Creek Preserve Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Creek Preserve is currently a strong seller's market. About 1.8 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,019,500, and homes go under contract in about 79 days.

1.8
Months supply
$1,019,500
Median list
$847,500
Median sold
$313
Per sqft
79
Days on mkt
6/8/41
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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Live data: Stellar MLS, 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 Creek Preserve?
Creek Preserve is a master-planned community in Wimauma, in the SouthShore area of south Hillsborough County, off US-301 and West Lake Drive near the Little Manatee River State Park, in ZIP 33598.
Who built Creek Preserve?
Creek Preserve was developed by D.R. Horton, including its Express Homes line, starting in the late 2010s. It is now a mix of new construction and resale as the community builds out.
Does Creek Preserve have a CDD?
Yes. Creek Preserve has a Community Development District, and its assessment rides on the annual property tax bill in addition to a low annual HOA. Confirm the exact CDD assessment and remaining bond term for the specific parcel via the Creek Preserve CDD records.
What are the HOA dues?
The HOA is a low annual amount, separate from the CDD. Confirm the current dues and what they cover for the specific home.
What amenities does Creek Preserve have?
A clubhouse and amenity center, a resort-style community pool, a playground, and a basketball court, with ponds and conservation areas throughout.
What home types are in Creek Preserve?
One and two-story homes with all concrete-block construction on both stories, smart-home features, and current finishes, in a range of sizes. Sources describe it primarily as a single-residential community; confirm the specific product by listing.
What schools serve Creek Preserve?
Creek Preserve is in Hillsborough County Public Schools, with area schools including Reddick Elementary, Shields Middle, and Sumner High. The new Aquilla J. Morgan High School opened in Wimauma in fall 2025. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoning.
Is Creek Preserve in a flood or evacuation zone?
Wimauma is inland in south Hillsborough, but parts of the SouthShore area saw flooding in the 2024 storms, and the county updated evacuation zones for 2026. Check the specific home's FEMA flood zone and county evacuation zone before buying.
How far is Creek Preserve from Tampa?
Downtown Tampa is roughly thirty miles, with the drive depending on US-301, I-75, and the time of day. Sun City Center and I-75 are a shorter hop. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.
Should I buy new or resale in Creek Preserve?
The community offers both as it builds out. New construction adds a builder warranty, while resale can offer completed yards and a partially paid-down CDD bond. We compare available homes against your budget and the CDD picture.
Is Creek Preserve a good value?
It offers relatively new construction with amenities at an affordable SouthShore price point. The CDD carrying cost, insurance, and the lot drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.
What is near Creek Preserve?
The Little Manatee River State Park is minutes away for hiking and paddling, with US-301 and I-75 access, Sun City Center services nearby, and the growing SouthShore retail and healthcare corridor, including Moffitt at SouthShore in Ruskin.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation to read the CDD, the contract, and the flood picture protects you.
Who is the best real estate agent for Creek Preserve?
The best agent for Creek Preserve is one who actively works Wimauma 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 Creek Preserve.
How do I find a top Wimauma real estate agent who knows Creek Preserve?
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 Creek Preserve and the wider Wimauma area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Creek Preserve?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Creek Preserve purchase or sale — no call center and no pressure.
Buyers who want a relatively new, affordable home with amenitiesExcellent fit
Buyers who value a clubhouse and pool at an entry price pointExcellent fit
Buyers who will weigh the CDD assessment in the total monthly costExcellent fit
Commuters who value US-301 and I-75 access and the growing SouthShore areaExcellent fit
Buyers who want current finishes and smart-home featuresExcellent fit
Buyers who want the lowest carrying cost with no CDDProbably not
Buyers who want an established neighborhood with mature treesProbably not
Buyers who need a short commute to the Tampa coreProbably not
Buyers who want to skip the flood and evacuation diligenceProbably not
Buyers who want top-rated zoned schools without verifying assignmentProbably not

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