Echo Lake Estates
Homes for Sale in Odessa, FL
All 221 homes for sale in Odessa, FL · median $700,090 · 194 homes for sale in 33556 · Hillsborough County homes for sale
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As of October 2026, the MLS records 25 closed sales in Echo Lake Estates Ph 1 in Odessa, FL since 2006, the most recent in December 2025. Across Odessa as a whole, 285 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $685,000, 40 median days on market, with 189 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $10,770 ($10,150 with the full homestead exemption).
Price here is driven by scale and condition, not by a tidy range. With a median living area north of 4,374 square feet on homes built between 2002 and 2008, what you pay tracks how a specific house has been maintained and updated over two decades far more than any neighborhood average. The single figure we stand behind is the median; treat everything else as spread, because these are large, individual houses that reward inspection over comparison.
The market posture is thin and slow-moving by design. Only 45 homes make up this phase, and just two closings landed in the recent window, so a single sale can swing the visible comps. For a seller, that means pricing off condition and being patient; for a buyer, it means when the right house appears you move deliberately, because the next comparable listing may be a while coming.
Figures in this note are as of July 14, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
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The 60-Second Overview
Echo Lake Estates Ph 1 is a small, established enclave in Odessa's corner of Hillsborough County, built out in the 2000s around large homes and a high owner-occupant share.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 42 homes in Echo Lake Estates that have changed hands since 2005, built between 2002 and 2008 (median 2004), with a median living area of about 3,807 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3-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.
County records show 4 qualified sales in Echo Lake Estates across 2024–2025 (2 in 2024, 2 in 2025), median $1.25M — 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.
Who Echo Lake Estates is best for.
Best for
- Long-hold buyers who want maximum living space and can absorb the upkeep a 20-year-old large home requires
- Buyers comfortable waiting for the right listing in a low-inventory phase rather than shopping several at once
- Renovation-minded buyers who can price a dated interior and add value through updates
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a quick, predictable resale in a market with limited recent comps
- Anyone wanting a smaller, lower-maintenance footprint
- Investors seeking a high-turnover, rental-heavy pocket
The market around Echo Lake Estates
Echo Lake Estates is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33556, 239 homes are on the market and 26% are under contract — a steady corner of Odessa.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,324 homes are active and 1,810 pending (22% under contract).
In ZIP 33556 (Odessa), 502 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $664K ($261/sq ft), up 2.7% year over year, with a median 40 days on market. Right now 70 active and 22 pending listings put supply at about 3.4 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33556 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Echo Lake Estates specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Echo Lake Estates buying strategy.
If we were buying in Echo Lake Estates 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 Echo Lake Estates.
A large-home pocket with a long hold
The defining trait is size and stability. The median living area sits above 4,374 square feet, and the median build year of 2004 places these houses in the maturity window where roofs, systems, and finishes are the story. Buyers should budget attention for deferred maintenance and dated interiors rather than assume turnkey; that variance is exactly why the price spread here is wide.
With homestead exemptions on about 84% of the homes, this is an owner-occupied phase, not an investor-churned one. That shows up as low turnover and limited inventory. Expect to wait for the right listing rather than choose from several at once, and expect sellers who know the value of a well-kept house on a lot this size.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Echo Lake Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a 45-home phase with only two recent closings, generic comps mislead. We read each sale on its own condition and layout, help buyers price the gap between a dated house and an updated one, and help sellers position a large home so it doesn't sit while the market waits for a match.
Echo Lake Estates in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
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- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
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| Location | Odessa, Hillsborough County, FL · ZIP 33556 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 45 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 2002–2008 (median 2004) |
| Typical living area | 4,374 sq ft (median) |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 84% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2006 through 2025; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Echo Lake Estates key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/echo-lake-estates-ph-1, data as of September 20, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in Echo Lake Estates Ph 1, Odessa
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period September 2026 through September 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Streets in this community
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- Echo Lake Drive (12 homes on record)
- Echo Lake Drive (7 homes on record)
- Echo Lake Drive (4 homes on record)
- Echo Lake Drive (4 homes on record)
- Echo Lake Drive (2 homes on record)
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Recent Developments in Echo Lake Estates Ph 1
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Echo Lake Estates Ph 1, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- 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 6 miles south of Echo Lake Estates Ph 1.
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 6 miles south of Echo Lake Estates Ph 1.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - August 2026Development
ONE Tampa condo tower tops out at 42 stories with nearly 70% of units sold
Kolter Urban's 42-story tower at North Ashley Drive and East Twiggs Street has 225 residences and is capped at 649 feet by aviation limits. Closings are expected to begin in the third quarter of 2027. About 5,000 square feet of ground-floor restaurant space is planned.
What it may mean for the marketNew downtown condo inventory and ground-floor dining add housing choices and walkable amenities near Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. The project is about 9 miles southeast of Echo Lake Estates Ph 1, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - July 2026Development
33-story tower planned for Water Street Tampa expansion
Strategic Property Partners plans a 33-story mixed use tower at Water Street and Cumberland Avenue in downtown Tampa on a 1.9-acre site. The building would hold 452 residential units ranging from studios to three bedrooms plus about 37,000 square feet of retail and 645 parking spaces. Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2027 with completion targeted for 2029.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a 33 story tower with 452 residential units and ground floor retail to the downtown Tampa market, continuing the buildout of the Water Street district and expanding high rise housing supply. The project is about 10 miles southeast of Echo Lake Estates Ph 1, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Florida YIMBY - 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 southeast of Echo Lake Estates Ph 1, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: City of Tampa - July 2026Builder Activity
First 3D-printed affordable home nears completion in East Tampa
The nonprofit Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa is completing Tampa's first 3D-printed affordable home on Lurline Circle in East Tampa, using a gantry-style printer that layers concrete for the walls. The house is expected to be finished within weeks and listed for sale in about two months, with down payment assistance and first time homebuyer programs available. The effort is part of a broader CDC initiative that includes more than 90 multifamily units in East Tampa.
What it may mean for the marketIntroduces 3D concrete printing construction to the local for sale housing market, with a new single family home and additional multifamily units planned. The method signals a new building technique entering the area home supply. The project is about 9 miles southeast of Echo Lake Estates Ph 1, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Bay News 9
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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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 33556)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2006 (25 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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