Highgate III in Sun City Center

Highgate III Homes for Sale in Sun City Center, FL

Established 1988 · Sun City Center · Hillsborough County

An age-qualified 55-plus condominium within the gated Kings Point community in Sun City Center, southern Hillsborough County, with resort-style amenities and a maintenance-included lifestyle.

Age-qualified 55-plusGated Kings Point condosMaintenance-included lifestyle
Live Market Pulse
50/100
Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS
$164K
Median Price
6mo
Supply
51days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$116/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Highgate is an age-qualified 55-plus condominium within the gated Kings Point community in Sun City Center (ZIP 33573), southern Hillsborough County, reported built between 1982 and 1994. The read is a low-maintenance, amenity-rich retirement-lifestyle product rather than a single-family resale play: monthly condominium fees fund the clubhouses, pools, and grounds, so the carrying cost and the association balance sheet matter as much as the unit. Value is unit-and-association specific. Confirm the exact phase and building, the reported monthly condo or maintenance fee and what it includes, the association reserves and any pending assessments, and any age-restriction documents before you offer. Do not confuse Highgate in Kings Point with the separate Sun City Center HOA neighborhoods outside the Kings Point gates."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Highgate III market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $164K ($116 per sq ft), with homes averaging 51 days on market and 6.0 months of supply, a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 4 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Highgate is an age-qualified 55-plus condominium community within the gated Kings Point section of Sun City Center (ZIP 33573), Hillsborough County, reported built between roughly 1982 and 1994 (listing and aggregator records). Treat any build figure as reported and confirm with the listing and the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser.

The setting is a maintenance-included, amenity-driven retirement lifestyle rather than a single-family neighborhood. Monthly condominium fees fund the shared clubhouses, pools, and grounds, so the fee, what it covers, and the association's financial health are central to the value.

Kings Point amenities reported for residents include clubhouses, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and courts for tennis, pickleball, and other activities. Confirm exactly which amenities and access apply to the specific building and phase.

Because this is a 55-plus condominium, value is unit-and-association specific. Confirm the phase and building, the reported monthly fee and inclusions, the reserves and any pending assessments, and the age-restriction documents before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers seeking an age-qualified 55-plus, low-maintenance condominium lifestyle
  • Buyers who value gated, amenity-rich living with clubhouses and pools
  • Buyers comfortable with monthly condominium fees and association governance

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need a non-age-restricted home or a single-family detached house
  • Buyers who want to avoid monthly condo fees and shared-association rules
  • Buyers who want new construction with current finishes and warranties

How Highgate III is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
6Months of supplytight
51Median days on marketdays
0 : 2Under contract vs for salestrong demand
4Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+10%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 Highgate III 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 Highgate III buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Highgate III

Live MLS inventory for Highgate III. 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 and pending Highgate III 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.

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 location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

Sun City Center retail and services~5 to 10 min · approximate
I-75 access (SR 674)~10 min · approximate
Brandon retail and medical core~25 to 35 min · approximate
Downtown Tampa~40 to 50 min · approximate
St. Petersburg~40 to 50 min · approximate
Tampa International Airport (TPA)~45 to 55 min · approximate

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. 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
Highgate III (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

Highgate III 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 Highgate III address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value in and around Highgate, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Highgate III

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an age-qualified 55-plus condominium inside the gated, amenity-rich Kings Point community. The watch items are the monthly condo fee, the association reserves and any assessments, the phase and building, and the unit itself, alongside Sun City Center area access and services.

Amenity-rich, maintenance-included 55-plus lifestyle

BullishGated Kings Point amenities and a maintenance-included model support steady demand from buyers seeking a low-maintenance retirement lifestyle. impact
SignificanceRadius: Kings Point

Amenity-rich, maintenance-included 55-plus lifestyle

Condo fees and association finances

NeutralMonthly condominium fees fund the amenities and grounds, so the fee, the reserves, and any pending assessments are central to carrying cost; confirm the current figures and the association balance sheet. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Condo fees and association finances

Older condominium build era

NeutralBuildings reported built between roughly 1982 and 1994 carry age-related considerations for roofs, systems, and reserves under current Florida condo-safety rules; confirm inspections and reserve studies. impact
SignificanceRadius: Building

Older condominium build era

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 Highgate III, 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. May 2026
    Healthcare

    HCA Florida Brandon Hospital expands surgical tech with new robotic ORs

    HCA Florida Brandon Hospital reported expanding its surgical capabilities with four new robotic operating rooms designed for more space and capacity, part of ongoing growth at one of the area's largest hospital employers (Osprey Observer). Why it matters: A growing regional hospital within reach of Sun City Center strengthens area medical services for a 55-plus community where healthcare access matters. 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 Highgate III, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the monthly condominium or maintenance fee, and exactly what it includes, since the fee is central to the carrying cost here.

2

Review the association reserves and any pending assessments, the financial health that protects the value of every unit.

3

Confirm the phase and building, since Highgate spans several phases built across roughly 1982 to 1994 with varying details.

4

Verify the age-restriction documents, for the age-qualified 55-plus rules that govern occupancy and resale.

5

Read the specific unit, its updates, layout, floor, and view, because condition and unit type drive value within the community.

Best Buy
A well-kept, updated unit in a financially sound phase of Highgate, priced to its condition and the association's balance sheet.
Biggest Risk
Underestimating the monthly fee, weak reserves, or a pending special assessment on an older condominium.
Best Lot
Floor, view, building position, and the phase separate units more than the community name does.
Smart Timing
Confirm the fee, the reserves, any assessments, and the age-restriction documents before you write.
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

Highgate is an age-qualified 55-plus condominium community within the gated Kings Point section of Sun City Center (ZIP 33573), Hillsborough County, reported built between roughly 1982 and 1994. Kings Point is a maintenance-included, amenity-driven retirement community with reported clubhouses, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and courts; a monthly condominium fee funds the shared amenities and grounds. Value is unit-and-association specific, so confirm the fee, the reserves, and the age-restriction documents with the listing and the association. Confirm any service or school questions with the relevant authorities by address.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original or dated units needing updates
$152K to $160K

The most attainable product is more original or dated units that will need cosmetic updates. Confirm the monthly fee, the reserves, and any assessments before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated units in sound phases
$160K to $200K

The core is updated units in financially sound phases. Condition, the update quality, the floor, and the view separate these as much as square footage.

Most inventory
High: well-updated units with the best position
$200K to $200K

The top end is well-updated units with the most desirable position, floor, or view in the community. These trade on condition, the association's health, and the unit.

Strongest resale

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

$152K to $160K
Entry: original or dated units needing updates
The most attainable product is more original or dated units that will need cosmetic updates. Confirm the monthly fee, the reserves, and any assessments before assuming a value.
$160K to $200K
Mid: updated units in sound phases
The core is updated units in financially sound phases. Condition, the update quality, the floor, and the view separate these as much as square footage.
$200K to $200K
High: well-updated units with the best position
The top end is well-updated units with the most desirable position, floor, or view in the community. These trade on condition, the association's health, and the unit.

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.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Sun City Center locationStrong
Scarce, established homesitesStrong
Established, in-demand locationPositive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage 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 Highgate III

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.

The Kings Point lifestyle and the amenities are priced into every Highgate listing. The deal is won on the unit, the monthly fee, and the association's balance sheet, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.5B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.4/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.3/10
Carrying Cost Advantage6.6/10

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 Highgate III 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

Fill = price per square foot; ring = by realized $/sqft per unit. 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
  • Floor, view, and position separate units more than the name.
  • Older condo base means reserves and the fee shape carrying cost.
  • Confirm the phase, the fee, and the age-restriction rules per unit.

In an amenity-driven condominium like Highgate, the unit and its condition set value, with the floor, view, position, and the phase shaping the rest, all on a monthly-fee base. Compare a unit against the closest sale of a comparable unit type and phase within Kings Point, and confirm the fee, the reserves, any assessments, and the age-restriction documents before the finishes.

Highgate III in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers seeking an age-qualified 55-plus, low-maintenance condominium lifestyle in a gated, amenity-rich community.
Strong onMaintenance-included living, gated Kings Point amenities, and a convenient Sun City Center location.
WatchThe monthly condo fee, the association reserves and any assessments, the phase and building, and the unit.
Not forBuyers who need a non-age-restricted home, a single-family house, or to avoid monthly condo fees and shared rules.
The edgeValue is unit-and-association specific, so reading the fee, the reserves, and the unit finds the real deal.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Condominium: a monthly fee funds amenities and grounds.
  • Age-qualified 55-plus; verify the restriction documents.
  • Gated Kings Point amenities: clubhouses, pools, fitness, courts.
  • Reserves and any assessments shape the carrying cost.
  • Comp by unit, phase, and condition within the community.

Highgate is a condominium, so units carry a monthly condominium or maintenance fee that funds the shared amenities, grounds, and building exteriors, and Kings Point also reflects its community structure; reported monthly figures for Highgate have ranged on the order of several hundred dollars, but treat any figure as reported and confirm the current fee, the inclusions, the reserves, and any pending assessments with the listing and the association before you offer.

Condominium fees here generally cover shared amenities, common-area maintenance, grounds, and typically building exterior and certain utilities, with specifics varying by phase and building. Confirm exactly what the fee covers for the specific unit.

Kings Point is an amenity-driven, gated 55-plus community with reported clubhouses, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and courts for tennis, pickleball, and other activities. Confirm current amenities, access, and any club membership details with the association.

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 Highgate III, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Highgate III, 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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Real comps, not a Zestimate.
How much local inventory is already under contract

17% of homes for sale in ZIP 33573 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).

Highgate Iii Ph 4 Sun City Center Market Scorecard

Buyer's market

Highgate Iii Ph 4 Sun City Center is currently a buyer's market. About 6.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $153,700, and homes go under contract in about 51 days.

6.0
Months supply
$153,700
Median list
$163,500
Median sold
$127
Per sqft
51
Days on mkt
2/0/4
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33573 ZIP is $275,693, about 18.9% below 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

What is Highgate?
An age-qualified 55-plus condominium community within the gated Kings Point section of Sun City Center (ZIP 33573), Hillsborough County, reported built between roughly 1982 and 1994.
Is Highgate age-restricted?
Yes. Highgate is part of the age-qualified 55-plus Kings Point community. Verify the current age-restriction documents and occupancy rules with the association before you offer.
What kinds of homes are in Highgate?
Condominium units within the Kings Point community, reported built between roughly 1982 and 1994 and updated unevenly by owner. Confirm the unit type, phase, and condition for the specific listing.
What does the monthly fee cover at Highgate?
The condominium fee generally funds shared amenities, common-area maintenance, grounds, and typically building exterior and certain utilities, with specifics by phase. Confirm the current fee, inclusions, reserves, and any assessments with the association.
What amenities does Kings Point offer?
Reported amenities include clubhouses, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, and courts for tennis, pickleball, and other activities. Confirm current amenities and access with the association.
When was Highgate built?
Reported built between roughly 1982 and 1994 across several phases. Treat any build figure as reported and confirm with the listing and the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser.
Is Highgate gated?
Highgate sits within the gated Kings Point community in Sun City Center. Confirm the current access and gate arrangements with the association and the listing.
Where is Highgate located?
In Sun City Center (ZIP 33573), southern Hillsborough County, within the Kings Point community, with quick reach to local services and I-75 via SR 674.
How far is Highgate from Tampa?
Roughly 40 to 50 minutes by car to downtown Tampa, depending on the route and time of day. Drive times are approximate; confirm for the specific address.
Is Highgate a good investment?
The Kings Point lifestyle supports steady demand, but value is unit-and-association specific on an older condominium base. Confirm the fee, the reserves, any assessments, and the unit before deciding.
What should I check before buying in Highgate?
The monthly fee and inclusions, the reserves and any pending assessments, the phase and building, the age-restriction documents, and the specific unit's condition and updates.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Highgate?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Where the fee, the reserves, and the association's health swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
Who is the best real estate agent for Highgate III?
The best agent for Highgate III is one who actively works Sun City Center 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 Highgate III.
How do I find a top Sun City Center real estate agent who knows Highgate III?
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 Highgate III and the wider Sun City Center area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Highgate III?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Highgate III purchase or sale — no call center and no pressure.
You want an age-qualified 55-plus, low-maintenance condominium lifestyleExcellent fit
You value gated, amenity-rich living with clubhouses and poolsExcellent fit
You are comfortable with monthly condominium fees and association governanceExcellent fit
You need a non-age-restricted home or a single-family detached houseProbably not
You want to avoid monthly condo fees and shared-association rulesProbably not
You want new construction with current finishes and warrantiesProbably not

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