Crystal Lakes
Homes for Sale in Lutz, FL
All 308 homes for sale in Lutz, FL · median $484,000 · 25 homes for sale in 33548 · Hillsborough County homes for sale
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As of November 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in Crystal Lakes Rev in Lutz, FL, the most recent in July 2026. Across Lutz as a whole, 753 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $509,000, 41 median days on market, with 269 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $8,010 ($7,380 with the full homestead exemption).
Crystal Lakes is a small, established pocket of 54 homes with a build range that stretches from 1945 to 2022 — but the median build year of 1971 tells you the core of the community is mid-century, not new construction. That spread matters more than any single number: a buyer touring here will see recently updated interiors sitting next to homes that still carry original systems, so condition and renovation history do far more to set price than square footage alone.
The homestead share of just over three-quarters is the other data point worth sitting with. That level of owner-occupancy usually means fewer investor flips and less churn, which is good news for a buyer wanting a settled block but also means inventory here doesn't turn over quickly. With no community amenities identified from current MLS listings, this reads as an unamenitized, house-first market — you're buying the home and the lot, not a clubhouse or a gate.
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 Crystal LakesHomes for Sale in Lutz, 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
Crystal Lakes sits in Lutz within Hillsborough County as a modest-sized enclave — 54 homes spanning nearly eight decades of construction, with a typical home built around 1971 and running roughly 2,060 square feet of living space.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 13 homes in Crystal Lakes that have changed hands since 2009, built between 1961 and 1999 (median 1972), with a median living area of about 1,688 sq ft and a typical 3-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.
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 Crystal Lakes is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing a house-first purchase without HOA-run amenities to factor into budget
- Buyers comfortable funding renovations on an older-build home in exchange for lot and location
- Buyers seeking a smaller, established community rather than a large planned subdivision
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a recently built home with all-new systems as the default expectation
- Buyers who need pool, clubhouse, or other on-site community amenities included
- Buyers expecting frequent turnover and a wide, fast-moving selection of active listings
The market around Crystal Lakes
Crystal Lakes is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33548, 32 homes are on the market and 34% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Lutz.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,274 homes are active and 1,939 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 33548 (Lutz), 289 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $399K ($232/sq ft), up 24.9% year over year, with a median 22 days on market. Right now 3 active and 4 pending listings. See the live ZIP 33548 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Crystal Lakes specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Crystal Lakes buying strategy.
If we were buying in Crystal Lakes 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 Crystal Lakes.
A market built on condition, not amenities
With no clubhouse, pool, or gated feature showing up in current MLS listings, Crystal Lakes isn't competing on lifestyle extras. What differentiates one listing from the next here is almost entirely the house itself — how much of the original 1945-to-2022 build stock has been updated, and how that plays against a median living area of about 2,060 square feet. Buyers should expect to do real diligence on age of roof, HVAC, and electrical rather than lean on a shared amenity package to smooth over a dated interior.
The high homestead share — just over three-quarters of homes — suggests a base of longer-term ownership rather than a rotating rental or flip inventory. For a seller, that context supports pricing off genuine condition and updates rather than a fast comp-driven push. For a buyer, it means patience: with only 54 homes in the community, the right combination of price, size, and updated systems won't come along on a predictable schedule.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Crystal Lakes. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a small, amenity-free community like this one, the difference between a good buy and an expensive mistake usually comes down to reading the individual house correctly — build year, prior updates, and how that lines up with what's actually being asked. We walk that line item by line item, and we don't dress up a dated system as a feature.
Crystal Lakes 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
| 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 2014 (7 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 Crystal Lakes Rev
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Crystal Lakes Rev, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Infrastructure
Temple Terrace council picks fourth speed hump over roundabout on Sunnyside Road
On Oct. 20 the council unanimously rejected a $311,000 mini roundabout at Shadow Lane and a $550,000 T-intersection at Brentwood Drive. It chose a fourth speed hump and permanent replacements for three removable humps, about $25,000, between Bullard Parkway and South Riverhills Drive. The city had budgeted $500,000 and no construction date is set.
What it may mean for the marketThe lower-cost option keeps Sunnyside Road's layout unchanged and leaves most of the budgeted funds unspent. The project is about 6 miles southeast of Crystal Lakes Rev, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Tampa Bay Beacons - October 2026Parks & Amenities
Tampa begins public input on nearly 60 acre K-Bar Ranch park in New Tampa
The city held its first public meeting Oct. 15 on an $8 million park of nearly 60 acres south of Mistflower Lane near the Pasco line. Residents favored paths, nature areas and flexible green space, and a multi-purpose field is proposed. Skanska is the design-builder with design estimated at 10 to 12 months.
What it may mean for the marketThe planned park would add trails and open space for the northern New Tampa area, with design still under way. The project is about 7 miles northeast of Crystal Lakes Rev, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Tampa Bay Beacons - October 2026Retail & Dining
Hobby Lobby coming to Carrollwood Commons on North Dale Mabry
County records show a 49,106 square foot Hobby Lobby planned at Carrollwood Commons on North Dale Mabry Highway, with coming soon signs posted. No opening date has been announced and the company had not commented.
What it may mean for the marketA large craft retailer would add a destination store to the Dale Mabry shopping corridor in northwest Tampa. The project is about 4 miles southwest of Crystal Lakes Rev, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Tampa Bay Beacons - 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 8 miles south of Crystal Lakes Rev.
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 9 miles southwest of Crystal Lakes Rev.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - 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 5 miles south of Crystal Lakes Rev, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: City of Tampa
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 Crystal Lakes
Where is Crystal Lakes?
Crystal Lakes is a community in Lutz, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33548.
Are there homes for sale in Crystal Lakes right now?
No active listings inside Crystal Lakes at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Crystal Lakes have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Crystal Lakes in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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