Davis Islands Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

Historic island neighborhood · South Tampa · ZIP 33606

A historic, upscale island neighborhood minutes from downtown Tampa, with a walkable village, waterfront homes, and a yacht basin. The read is the home, the flood and insurance picture, and the elevation, confirmed before you offer.

Historic islandWalkable villageWaterfront living

Live Market Pulse

57/100
Momentum

Balanced Market

The location and character are rare, but this is a low-lying island, so the flood zone, the elevation, and the flood and wind insurance quote are central to the carrying cost; confirm them before you anchor on a price.

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Listings before the portals, true comps, and the renovation and carrying-cost math, before you tour.

Built fromLive Stellar MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily

LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS

$2.05M

Median Price

3.8mo

Supply

125days

Avg DOM

Balanced

Seller Leverage

$599/sf

Median $/Sqft

n/a

1-Yr Price Change

0now

Distress

Jon's Current Read

"Davis Islands is a historic, upscale neighborhood on man-made islands in Hillsborough Bay, minutes from downtown Tampa, with a rare combination of a walkable village, waterfront homes, a yacht basin, a general-aviation airport, and Tampa General Hospital on the island. The housing spans original 1920s Mediterranean-style homes, modern rebuilds, condos and townhomes, so value is read home by home. The defining carrying-cost variable is water: as a low-lying island it carries flood and storm exposure, and the 2024 hurricane season made elevation, flood zone and insurance central to any purchase. Read the specific home's elevation, flood zone and insurance quote, and any condo fees, then comp by block, water frontage and condition rather than an island-wide average."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Davis Islands market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $2.0M ($599 per sq ft), with homes averaging 125 days on market and 3.8 months of supply, a balanced market. Based on 80 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Davis Islands is a historic neighborhood built in the 1920s by developer D.P. Davis on dredged islands in Hillsborough Bay, just south of downtown Tampa (ZIP 33606). It is one of South Tampa's most distinctive addresses, with original Mediterranean-style homes alongside modern rebuilds, plus condos and townhomes.

The appeal is the rare mix of walkable village living and waterfront, minutes from downtown. The island has a village shopping and dining district, the Davis Islands Yacht Club, a municipal yacht basin, a public beach and dog beach, the Peter O. Knight general-aviation airport, and Tampa General Hospital.

The carrying cost turns on the water. As a low-lying coastal island, much of Davis Islands sits in flood and storm-surge exposure, and the 2024 hurricane season flooded homes across the island. Elevation, flood zone, and flood and wind insurance are the central read on any home, alongside any condo fees on attached residences.

Most single-family homes have no HOA, while condo and townhome buildings carry their own fees and reserves. Confirm the elevation and flood zone, the insurance quote, any building fees, and the school assignment by address with Hillsborough County Public Schools before you offer.

Quick Match

Who Davis Islands is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want a historic, walkable island neighborhood minutes from downtown
Buyers who value waterfront, boating and a yacht basin
Buyers who want a sought-after South Tampa school zone
Buyers who will confirm the elevation, flood zone and insurance honestly

Probably not for

Buyers who want a low-carry home outside any flood exposure
Buyers who want new construction in a master-planned setting
Buyers unwilling to budget flood and wind insurance
Buyers who want a suburban, gated lifestyle

Market Pulse

How Davis Islands is performing right now

57/100
momentum

Balanced Market

Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market

3.8Months of supplytight

83Median days on marketdays

8 : 25Under contract vs for salestrong demand

80Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity

+127%Median price since 2012appreciation

+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 25, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Davis Islands listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

Median sale price by year. Tap a label to compare Westchase or Tampa. The 1-year price change is the median sold price over the most recent year versus the prior year, the same measure most listing sites and local Realtor reports use. It reflects the mix of homes that sold, not the change in any single home's value, which is why median price per square foot is shown alongside it to adjust for home size. In thinly traded neighborhoods, where a sale or two can swing the median, we lead with the mix-resistant price-per-square-foot trend instead.

Price per square foot$3072026 YTD

Median $/sqft by year. 2026 is year to date.

Supply and demand now25 : 8active : pending

For sale25

Pending8

Sold 12mo80

Active and pending listings now vs homes sold in the last 12 months.

8.6A- score

Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Davis Islands buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Davis Islands

Live MLS inventory for Davis Islands. 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 · 1 daysTop listing

$17,000,000

6 bd · 5.5 ba · 7,400 sqft · built 2027

214 Blanca Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Active · 124 days

$6,200,000

5 bd · 6.5 ba · 6,737 sqft · built 2026

577 Riviera Drive, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA CENTRAL

Active · 399 days

$4,699,000

5 bd · 4.5 ba · 5,029 sqft · built 2026

690 Geneva Place, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Active · 75 days

$3,999,000

6 bd · 7 ba · 5,331 sqft · built 2026

52 Albemarle Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Active · 125 days

$3,995,000

4 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,005 sqft · built 2026

678 Geneva Place, TAMPA, 33606

Listed by CENTURY 21 LIST WITH BEGGINS

Active · 30 days

$3,399,500

6 bd · 4 ba · 5,691 sqft · built 1926

190 Bosphorous Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Active · 95 days

$3,295,000

6 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,500 sqft · built 2026

114 W Davis Boulevard, TAMPA, 33606

Listed by FRANK ALBERT REALTY

Active · 366 days

$2,999,000

5 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,100 sqft · built 2026

481 Bosphorous Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Pool

Listed by MOBLEY REALTY, INC.

Active · 150 days

$2,989,000

5 bd · 5.5 ba · 5,863 sqft · built 2021

481 W Davis Boulevard, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by COASTAL PROPERTIES GROUP INTER

Active · 331 days

$2,388,780

4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,462 sqft · built 2025

85 Davis Boulevard #D, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by FADAL & CO

Active · 57 days

$2,220,000

6 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,441 sqft · built 2006

11 Formosa Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

RenovatedBest value

Listed by ENGEL & VOLKERS SOUTH TAMPA

Active · 23 days

$1,999,999

4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,559 sqft · built 2000

107 Bermuda Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA CENTRAL

Active · 69 days

$1,895,000

4 bd · 3 ba · 2,949 sqft · built 1952

471 W Davis Boulevard, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleRenovatedLakefront

Listed by CROSS COUNTRY CAPITAL, LLC

Active · 11 days

$1,799,000

5 bd · 3 ba · 3,050 sqft · built 1955

480 W Davis Boulevard, TAMPA, 33606

RenovatedBest value

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Active · 67 days

$1,732,500

4 bd · 4.5 ba · 5,157 sqft · built 1998

441 Lucerne Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleReno opportunityBest value

Listed by SUNRAYE

Active · 229 days

$1,689,000

4 bd · 4 ba · 3,271 sqft · built 1998

119 Adalia Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by FUTURE HOME REALTY INC

Active · 250 days

$1,499,000

3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,714 sqft · built 1989

114 Chesapeake Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA CENTRAL

Active · 37 days

$1,475,000

3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,336 sqft · built 1987

47 Aegean Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

RenovatedPool

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Active · 19 days

$1,450,000

5 bd · 4 ba · 3,274 sqft · built 1960

159 Biscayne Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by VINTAGE HOMES REALTY

Active · 127 days

$1,199,000

3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,386 sqft · built 1925

53 Albemarle Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Active · 281 days

$995,000

3 bd · 1 ba · 1,465 sqft · built 1956

507 Danube Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by AGILE GROUP REALTY

Active · 109 days

$948,000

3 bd · 1 ba · 1,365 sqft · built 1956

105 Chesapeake Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Renovated

Listed by FLAT FEE MLS REALTY

Active · 83 days

$899,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 2,266 sqft · built 1946

43 Aegean Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by KNOWN REAL ESTATE LLC

Active · 48 days

$599,000

2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,376 sqft · built 1978

105 E Davis Boulevard #B, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by PINEYWOODS REALTY LLC

Active · 12 days

$510,000

2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,192 sqft · built 1976

104 Chesapeake Avenue #C6, TAMPA, 33606

Reno opportunityBest value

Listed by RE/MAX ALLIANCE GROUP

Pending · 116 days

$8,250,000

4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,236 sqft · built 1955

62 Adalia Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by SOUTH CEDAR REAL ESTATE, INC

Pending · 49 days

$4,350,000

5 bd · 5.5 ba · 5,772 sqft · built 2026

575 Bosphorous Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Pending · 7 days

$2,595,000

5 bd · 5 ba · 3,552 sqft · built 2022

510 Channel Drive, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefrontPool

Listed by BEYCOME OF FLORIDA LLC

Pending · 595 days

$2,385,000

4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,490 sqft · built 2024

85 Davis Boulevard #C, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by FADAL & CO

Pending · 956 days

$2,343,000

4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,428 sqft · built 2024

85 Davis Boulevard #B, TAMPA, 33606

Strong resaleLakefront

Listed by FADAL & CO

Pending · 240 days

$2,199,000

4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,629 sqft · built 2025

143 Chesapeake Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

Listed by EXIT BAYSHORE REALTY

Pending · 301 days

$1,248,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,516 sqft · built 1960

593 Marmora Avenue, TAMPA, 33606

RenovatedPool

Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS TAMPA CENTRAL

Pending · 0 days

$795,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,309 sqft · built 1962

604 E Davis Boulevard, TAMPA, 33606

RenovatedPool

Listed by WILLIS & ASSOCIATES INC.

Active and pending Davis Islands 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.

Interactive Map

Davis Islands on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

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 Club & Membership

15-Second Take

Walkable village, yacht basin and dog beach
Most single-family homes have no HOA
Condos and townhomes carry building fees
Flood and wind insurance is the key cost
Confirm elevation and storm history per home

Davis Islands is a historic neighborhood built in the 1920s by D.P. Davis on man-made islands in Hillsborough Bay, just south of downtown Tampa (ZIP 33606), Hillsborough County. The housing spans original Mediterranean-style homes, modern rebuilds, condos and townhomes, with most single-family homes carrying no HOA and no CDD. The island has a walkable village, the Davis Islands Yacht Club, a municipal yacht basin, a public beach and dog beach, the Peter O. Knight airport, and Tampa General Hospital. The dominant carrying-cost variable is flood and wind insurance on a low-lying island. Confirm the elevation, flood zone, storm history, any building fees, and the school assignment by address with Hillsborough County Public Schools, since details change.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

The central island location is the point: downtown Tampa, Hyde Park and the airport are all a short drive, with the Gulf beaches across the bay.

Drive times from the island; the central South Tampa location puts downtown, the airport, and the bay within reach.

Downtown Tampa~5 to 10 min · immediately north

Hyde Park and SoHo~8 to 12 min · ~2 to 3 miles

Water Street and the Channel District~8 to 12 min · downtown waterfront

Tampa General Hospital~3 to 6 min · on the island

Tampa International Airport~15 to 20 min · ~8 miles northwest

Gulf beaches (St. Pete, Clearwater)~35 to 50 min · across the bay

Drive times are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact departure point. 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

Davis Islands (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

Davis Islands 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 Davis Islands address.

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value on Davis Islands, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Davis Islands

Development Intelligence

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is a rare, central, character-rich island with durable demand, balanced against real flood and insurance exposure that the 2024 storms put in sharp relief. Watch elevation, storm history and insurance costs against the scarcity of this address, and confirm the flood and insurance picture per home.

Rare central island address

Ongoing

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

A historic, walkable, waterfront island minutes from downtown is scarce and supports durable demand; the premium is the address and the location.

2024 hurricane surge flooded the island

2024

BearishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Storm surge in 2024 flooded homes across Davis Islands, making elevation, storm history and insurance central to any purchase.

Tampa General Hospital flood mitigation held

2024

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: On-site

The island hospital's deployable flood barrier protected its campus through the 2024 storms, a sign of serious mitigation investment on the island.

Insurance is the central cost layer

Ongoing

BearishNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

Flood and wind insurance varies widely by elevation, age and construction; confirm the quote for the specific home before you offer.

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 Davis Islands, 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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September 2024
Storm
Hurricane Helene storm surge floods Davis Islands
The Tampa Bay Times reported in September 2024 that Hurricane Helene drove an estimated five to eight feet of storm surge onto Davis Islands, flooding homes across the low-lying island and prompting rescues. Why it matters: The flooding put elevation and insurance at the center of any Davis Islands purchase. Confirm a home's elevation, storm history, repairs and insurance quote before you anchor on a number. Source
September 2024
Infrastructure
Tampa General Hospital flood barrier protects its island campus
The Washington Post reported in September 2024 that Tampa General Hospital's deployable flood barrier held during Hurricane Helene, keeping the island hospital operational through the storm surge. Why it matters: Serious flood mitigation exists on the island, but it underscores the underlying surge exposure. Read each home's own elevation and protections rather than assuming the island is uniformly safe. Source

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.

The Strategy

The Davis Islands buying strategy.

If we were buying in Davis Islands, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Read the elevation and flood zone first. On a low-lying island, the elevation and flood zone drive both insurability and risk.

Get a flood and wind insurance quote early, since premiums vary widely by elevation, age and construction.

Confirm the storm history of the specific home, including any 2024 flooding and the repairs done.

For a condo or townhome, read the budget, the fees, reserves and any special assessment.

Weigh a very different Tampa alternative, Westchase, if a low-flood suburban master plan is also on your list.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-built or well-elevated home with a clean storm history and a workable insurance quote, on a desirable block, confirmed in writing.

Biggest Risk

Paying for the address without confirming the elevation, flood zone, storm history, or the insurance the island requires.

Best Lot

Higher-elevation lots and strong water frontage defend value best; lower, storm-exposed parcels carry more risk and cost.

Smart Timing

Inventory is varied and condition-driven, especially after the 2024 storms; the right home with a clean flood and insurance read is worth waiting for.

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

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

Davis Islands Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Davis Islands.

The takeaway

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

Here are the broad resale bands in Davis Islands today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

Entry: condos and townhomes

$700K to $1.56M

The condos and townhomes, the entry point onto the island. Confirm current pricing, the building fees and reserves on the live listings below.

Lowest entry

Core: interior single-family homes

$1.56M to $2.67M

The interior single-family homes, original and rebuilt, the core of the island market. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

Most inventory

High: waterfront and trophy homes

$2.67M to $3.80M

The waterfront and the largest rebuilt homes on prime blocks, the thin top end. Frontage, elevation and condition separate these. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

Strongest resale

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

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$2.05M buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

$700K to $1.56M

Entry: condos and townhomes

The condos and townhomes, the entry point onto the island. Confirm current pricing, the building fees and reserves on the live listings below.

$1.56M to $2.67M

Core: interior single-family homes

The interior single-family homes, original and rebuilt, the core of the island market. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

$2.67M to $3.80M

High: waterfront and trophy homes

The waterfront and the largest rebuilt homes on prime blocks, the thin top end. Frontage, elevation and condition separate these. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

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

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Davis Islands, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Golf and lake lots resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Davis Islands is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On golf, lake, and preserve frontage, the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

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.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Davis Islands holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Rare central, walkable island addressStrong

Sought-after South Tampa school zoneStrong

Historic and waterfront characterStrong

Flood and storm-surge exposureWatch it

Flood and wind insurance costWatch it

Momentum analysis based on the no-CDD structure, central location, built-out lot scarcity, the funded club plan, and the all-resale 1990s housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated golf or lake home priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest estate often pay estate prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Davis Islands

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Ignoring the optional club cost
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

In an all-resale, seven-figure, renovation-driven market, the same five mistakes cost buyers the most. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

Golf frontage, lakefront, and preserve lots carry real, durable premiums. Pay an estate price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Ignoring the club decision

The club is optional and separate, so two similar homes can cost very differently to own. Buyers who do not price the membership they will actually use misread their real monthly number.

Skipping the systems check

A 1990s home means 1990s-era systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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Davis Islands is a rare address on a low island. The deal turns on the home, the elevation, and the flood and insurance math, confirmed before you offer.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

8.2A- · Buy Score

Resale Strength8.4/10

Renovation Risk6.6/10

Location Efficiency9.4/10

Long-Term Defensibility8.6/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.2/10

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.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Davis Islands 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.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

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

The block and elevation drive value alongside the home
Higher ground and strong frontage defend value best
Lower, storm-exposed parcels carry more risk
Confirm the elevation, flood zone and storm history
Comp by block and condition, not an island average

On a low coastal island the block and the elevation matter as much as the home. Higher-elevation lots and strong water frontage defend value best, while lower, storm-exposed parcels carry more risk and higher insurance, a distinction the 2024 storms made plain. Read the elevation, flood zone and storm history first, get an insurance quote, then comp the home by its block and condition rather than an island-wide average.

The 15-Second Verdict

Davis Islands in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a historic, walkable island with waterfront, minutes from downtown Tampa.

Strong onA rare mix of a walkable village, waterfront and a yacht basin, a sought-after school zone, and a central South Tampa location.

WatchThe elevation, flood zone and insurance. This is a low island that flooded in 2024, so confirm the storm and insurance picture per home.

Sweet spotA well-elevated or well-built home with a clean storm history and a workable insurance quote on a desirable block.

Not forBuyers who want no flood exposure, new master-planned construction, or the lowest possible carry.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Most single-family homes have no HOA
Condos and townhomes carry building fees
No CDD on this historic island
Flood and wind insurance is the key cost
Confirm elevation and storm history per home

Most single-family homes on Davis Islands have no HOA, while condo and townhome buildings carry their own monthly fees and reserves. There is no CDD. The dominant carrying-cost variable is flood and wind insurance, which varies widely by elevation, age and construction. Confirm any building fees and reserves and an insurance quote for the specific home before you offer; we pull the documents for any residence you consider.

For single-family homes there are typically no community dues; the carry is taxes, insurance and your own upkeep. For condos and townhomes, the fee covers building operations, insurance and reserves. Budget flood and wind insurance separately in all cases.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Davis Islands buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

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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.

Selling in Davis Islands

Price it to your home, the elevation and the insurance picture, not an island average.

If you are selling on Davis Islands, the right list price comes from recent sales matched to your block, elevation, water frontage and condition, in a market where flood and insurance clarity moves buyers. Clear elevation, storm-history and insurance documentation is a real asset.

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 Davis Islands, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Westchase, 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.

What is your Davis Islands home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Davis Islands matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

How much local inventory is already under contract

24% of homes for sale in Davis Islands 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).

Davis Islands Tampa Market Scorecard

Seller's market

Davis Islands Tampa is currently a seller's market. About 3.9 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,947,500, and homes go under contract in about 89 days.

3.9

Months supply

$1,947,500

Median list

$2,049,500

Median sold

$614

Per sqft

Days on mkt

26/7/80

Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33606 ZIP is $849,528, about 50.6% 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 Davis Islands located?

Davis Islands is a historic neighborhood on man-made islands in Hillsborough Bay, just south of downtown Tampa, FL (ZIP 33606), Hillsborough County, connected to the mainland near Tampa General Hospital.

What kind of homes are on Davis Islands?

A mix of original 1920s Mediterranean-style homes, modern rebuilds, condos and townhomes, including waterfront homes. Value is read home by home, so judge each on its block, elevation, frontage and condition.

Does Davis Islands have an HOA?

Most single-family homes on Davis Islands have no HOA. Condo and townhome buildings carry their own fees and reserves. Confirm any association or building fees for the specific home.

Is Davis Islands in a flood zone?

Much of Davis Islands is a low-lying coastal island in flood and storm-surge exposure, and zones are parcel-specific. Confirm the flood zone, the elevation, the storm history and current flood and wind insurance quotes for the specific home.

How did the 2024 hurricanes affect Davis Islands?

The 2024 hurricane season brought storm surge that flooded homes across the island. Confirm a specific home's storm history, the repairs done, its elevation, and the current insurance quote before you anchor on a number.

What amenities does Davis Islands have?

The island has a walkable village shopping and dining district, the Davis Islands Yacht Club, a municipal yacht basin, a public beach and dog beach, the Peter O. Knight general-aviation airport, and Tampa General Hospital.

What schools serve Davis Islands?

Davis Islands is in Hillsborough County Public Schools, in a sought-after South Tampa zone that has historically included Gorrie Elementary, Wilson Middle and Plant High. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the current zoning for a specific home with the district.

Can I keep a boat on Davis Islands?

The island has a municipal yacht basin and a yacht club, and some waterfront homes have private dockage. Confirm the dockage, any waitlist, and the water access for the specific home or marina slip.

How far is downtown Tampa from Davis Islands?

Downtown Tampa is just minutes north, with Hyde Park, the Channel District and the Water Street area all a short drive, and Tampa International Airport roughly fifteen to twenty minutes away. Confirm your real drive at your real departure time.

What does a home on Davis Islands cost?

We do not publish a price figure here. The market ranges widely from condos to multimillion-dollar waterfront homes, and pricing tracks the specific home, block, elevation and condition. See the live listings on this page; we pull exact comps before you offer.

Can I use a home on Davis Islands as a short-term rental?

Tampa and Hillsborough County restrict short stays in residential areas, and condo or townhome buildings may add their own limits. Confirm the current rules and any building restriction before you plan on a nightly or weekly rental.

Do I need my own agent to buy on Davis Islands?

Yes. The listing agent works for the seller. Your own agent confirms the elevation, flood zone and storm history, gets you an insurance quote, reads any condo budget, pulls true comps, and negotiates for you. Momentum Realty represents you, not the seller.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Davis Islands?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

You want a historic, walkable island neighborhood minutes from downtownExcellent fit

You value waterfront, boating and a yacht basinExcellent fit

You want a sought-after South Tampa school zoneExcellent fit

You will confirm the elevation, flood zone and insurance honestlyExcellent fit

You want a rare, central, character-rich addressExcellent fit

You want a low-carry home outside any flood exposureProbably not

You want new construction in a master-planned settingProbably not

You will not budget flood and wind insuranceProbably not

You want a suburban, gated lifestyleProbably not

You want the lowest possible monthly carryProbably not

Get the inside read on Davis Islands

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the optional club, or selling your Davis Islands home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

You are all set.

A Momentum Realty Davis Islands specialist will reach out personally, usually the same day.

Thinking about hiring an agent here? How to find the best real estate agent in Davis Islands — what to look for, questions to ask, and your local expert.

Photography on this page is sourced from active and recently sold MLS listings in this community and remains the property of the listing brokerage and/or photographer. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing; deemed reliable but not guaranteed by MLS GRID.

Davis Islands Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

The 60-Second Overview

Who Davis Islands is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Davis Islands is performing right now

Homes For Sale Right Now in Davis Islands

Davis Islands on the map.

The Club & Membership

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Recent Developments in Davis Islands

Rare central island address

2024 hurricane surge flooded the island

Tampa General Hospital flood mitigation held

Insurance is the central cost layer

Hurricane Helene storm surge floods Davis Islands

Tampa General Hospital flood barrier protects its island campus

The Davis Islands buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Davis Islands.

What ~$2.05M buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Davis Islands holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Davis Islands

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Ignoring the club decision

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Davis Islands is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Davis Islands in 15 seconds.

HOA, CDD & Fees

Tools for a Davis Islands buy.

Price it to your home, the elevation and the insurance picture, not an island average.

In Davis Islands, condition and view decide your number

What is your Davis Islands home worth?

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Davis Islands Tampa Market Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions

Should you buy in Davis Islands?

Get the inside read on Davis Islands

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