Highland Pines in Tampa

Highland
Pines Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

Established single-family · East Tampa · ZIP 33610

An established 1960s single-residential neighborhood in East Tampa with ranch homes on shaded streets close to downtown and the I-4 corridor. The read is the block, the home's condition, the flood picture, and the full carrying cost in an in-town neighborhood where value moves house by house.

East Tampa1960s ranch homesIn-town value tier
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Highland Pines is an established single-residential neighborhood in East Tampa, Hillsborough County, developed largely in the 1960s with ranch-style homes on lots shaded by pines, palms and other native trees. It sits within Tampa city limits in a value tier, close to downtown, Ybor and the I-4 corridor, in an area now seeing active city and community redevelopment investment. The value here is driven by the specific block and the home's condition rather than a uniform plan, and the in-town location carries both a convenience premium and the homework of an older neighborhood. The read is the block, the condition of the specific home, the flood picture, any pending assessment, and the full carrying cost, confirmed in writing before you offer."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Highland Pines is an established single-residential neighborhood in East Tampa (ZIP 33610, with parts in 33605 and 33619), Hillsborough County. It was developed largely in the 1960s and is known for attractively priced midcentury ranch homes on streets shaded by pines, palms and other native trees.

The neighborhood sits within Tampa city limits, close to downtown, Ybor and the I-4 corridor, which gives it a real in-town convenience advantage. Value is driven heavily by the specific block and the condition of the individual home rather than a uniform floor plan, so each home should be judged on its own setting and shape.

This is an older neighborhood, so condition is the part to read carefully. Confirm the roof, systems, any updates and the overall condition of the specific home, since original 1960s homes and updated ones can sit on the same street at very different positions.

Highland Pines is part of an East Tampa area seeing active city and community redevelopment investment, including home-repair and revitalization programs and planned infrastructure work. Confirm the school assignment by address with Hillsborough County Public Schools if that matters to you, the flood zone per parcel, and any pending assessment before you offer.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established, value-tier single-family home close to downtown Tampa
  • Buyers who value an in-town location near Ybor and the I-4 corridor
  • Buyers comfortable reading condition on an older 1960s home
  • Buyers who will confirm the block, flood zone and any pending assessment

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want uniform new construction
  • Buyers who want a gated, amenity-rich master plan
  • Buyers unwilling to read condition block by block
  • Buyers who want a turnkey, low-homework purchase

How Highland Pines is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
72Median days on marketdays
0 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
0Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+0%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 24, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Highland Pines 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 Highland Pines buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The in-town East Tampa location is the point: downtown, Ybor, and major roads are all within a short drive.

Downtown Tampa~10 to 18 min · ~4 to 7 miles
Ybor City~8 to 15 min · ~3 to 5 miles
I-4 corridor access~5 to 10 min · ~2 to 4 miles
Temple Terrace and USF area~12 to 20 min · ~6 to 9 miles
Brandon shopping~15 to 25 min · ~8 to 12 miles
Tampa International Airport~20 to 30 min · ~10 to 15 miles

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
Highland Pines (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

Highland Pines is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

Public

Hillsborough County Public Schools (verify by address)

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Choice

Magnet and choice options may apply

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The takeaway

What is actually shaping value in this East Tampa neighborhood, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Highland Pines

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an established, value-tier in-town single-residential neighborhood where the block, the home's condition and the full carrying cost drive outcomes. Watch active city and community redevelopment investment in East Tampa against the homework of an older neighborhood, and confirm condition, flood zone and any pending assessment per home.

In-town value location drives demand

Ongoing
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Proximity to downtown Tampa, Ybor and the I-4 corridor at a value tier supports durable demand; value still varies block by block, so read the street.

East Tampa redevelopment investment expanding

2025-2026
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

City Community Redevelopment Agency and community programs are funding home repairs, revitalization and planned infrastructure in East Tampa, including Highland Pines; confirm any pending assessment per parcel.

Older housing stock means condition homework

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Most homes date to the 1960s, so roof, systems and updates vary widely; read condition on the specific home and budget accordingly.

Flood and insurance picture varies by parcel

Ongoing
NeutralMinor impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Flood zone and insurance vary across East Tampa; confirm the flood zone and current quotes 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 Highland Pines, 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. March 2025
    Development

    Roughly 80 million dollar East Tampa project advances

    WUSF reported on March 12, 2025 that an estimated 80 million dollar project is expected to bring housing, a vocational training center, commercial space and infrastructure improvements to East Tampa, including parts of the College Hill, Jackson Heights, Highland Pines and Grant Park neighborhoods, with construction set to begin as early as fall 2026. Why it matters: Large planned investment in and around Highland Pines can support long-run value and amenities, but timelines shift and benefits land unevenly; confirm any pending assessment and the specific block before you offer. Source

  2. December 2023
    Revitalization

    Highland Pines Revitalization Project funds home repairs

    Bay News 9 reported on December 19, 2023 on East Tampa revitalization work in which the East Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency, with partners, has funded critical home repairs and improvements in the Highland Pines neighborhood for longtime residents. Why it matters: Targeted home-repair and revitalization investment can lift block condition over time, but the effect varies street by street; read the specific block and the home's condition before anchoring on a number. 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 Highland Pines, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the block first. In an in-town neighborhood, value and condition vary street by street, so judge the specific block, not the area average.

2

Inspect condition closely. On a 1960s home, confirm the roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and any updates, and budget accordingly.

3

Confirm the flood zone and insurance for the specific parcel, since flood picture varies across East Tampa.

4

Check for any pending assessment tied to city or community redevelopment work before you offer.

5

Weigh the nearby alternative, Belmont Heights, on block, condition and total carrying cost.

Best Buy
A solid or updated ranch home on a strong block, with the condition, flood zone and any assessment confirmed and priced against the closest comparable sale.
Biggest Risk
Paying for location without reading the block or the condition, or missing a flood zone or a pending assessment.
Best Lot
The block and the home's condition drive value; a strong, well-kept block defends price best in an in-town neighborhood.
Smart Timing
In-town value inventory moves with condition and the block; the right home on the right street is worth waiting for, with the condition and flood picture confirmed first.
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

Highland Pines is an established single-residential neighborhood in East Tampa (ZIP 33610, with parts in 33605 and 33619), Hillsborough County, developed largely in the 1960s with midcentury ranch homes on shaded streets within Tampa city limits, close to downtown, Ybor and the I-4 corridor. Value is driven by the specific block and the home's condition rather than a uniform floor plan. Confirm the condition of the specific home, the flood zone per parcel, the sewer status, any covenant or pending assessment, and the school assignment by address with Hillsborough County Public Schools, since details change.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original 1960s ranch homes

The more original midcentury ranch homes needing updates, the entry door into this in-town value neighborhood. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

Lowest entry
Core: solid or partly updated homes

The solid or partly updated ranch homes on stronger blocks, the core of the neighborhood. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.

Most inventory
High: renovated homes on strong blocks

The fully renovated homes on the best-kept blocks. Condition and the block separate these most. 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.

Entry: original 1960s ranch homes
The more original midcentury ranch homes needing updates, the entry door into this in-town value neighborhood. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.
Core: solid or partly updated homes
The solid or partly updated ranch homes on stronger blocks, the core of the neighborhood. Confirm current pricing on the live listings below.
High: renovated homes on strong blocks
The fully renovated homes on the best-kept blocks. Condition and the block separate these most. 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.

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.

Established midcentury housing stockSolid
In-town East Tampa locationStrong
Read condition on the specific 1960s homeManage it
Confirm flood zone and insuranceManage it
Confirm any pending redevelopment assessmentWatch 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 Highland Pines

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.

Highland Pines is about the block and the home, not a floor plan. The deal is won or lost on the street, the condition, and the flood and carrying-cost math, confirmed before you offer.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.1B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.0/10
Renovation Risk6.2/10
Location Efficiency8.0/10
Long-Term Defensibility6.8/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.8/10

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 Highland Pines is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • The block and the home's condition drive resale more than finishes
  • Confirm the lot, the street, and the surrounding block
  • Read condition on the specific 1960s home
  • Confirm flood zone and insurance per parcel
  • Comp the specific home, not the area average

In a neighborhood like this, the block and the home's condition set the floor on resale while finishes can be updated. Read the street and the surrounding block first, confirm the flood and insurance picture and any pending assessment, then price the condition of the home against the closest comparable sale rather than an area average.

Highland Pines in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established, value-tier single-family home close to downtown Tampa.
Strong onIn-town location near downtown, Ybor and I-4, shaded 1960s ranch homes, and an attractive value tier.
WatchThe block, the condition, and the flood picture. Confirm condition and any pending assessment per home.
Sweet spotA solid or updated ranch on a strong block with the condition, flood and assessment picture confirmed.
Not forBuyers who want uniform new construction, a gated amenity master plan, or a turnkey, low-homework purchase.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Confirm whether any covenant applies to the parcel
  • Budget insurance separately and confirm the flood zone
  • Read condition on the specific older home
  • Confirm any pending city or redevelopment assessment
  • Comp by block and condition before you offer

Highland Pines is an established single-residential neighborhood with no typical mandatory HOA. Confirm whether any covenant or deed restriction applies to the specific parcel before you offer; we pull the documents for any home you consider.

With no mandatory HOA, there are no bundled amenities to assume; budget your own upkeep and insurance, and confirm the sewer status per home. Read the condition of the specific 1960s home closely.

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 Highland Pines, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Belmont Heights, 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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Highland Pines Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

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

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

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

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Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Highland Pines located?
Highland Pines is an established single-residential neighborhood in East Tampa, FL (ZIP 33610, with parts in 33605 and 33619), Hillsborough County, within Tampa city limits and close to downtown, Ybor and the I-4 corridor.
What kind of homes are in Highland Pines?
Mostly 1960s midcentury ranch-style single-family homes on lots shaded by pines, palms and other native trees. Condition ranges from original to updated, so confirm the size, year built and condition for any specific home.
When was Highland Pines built?
Highland Pines was developed largely in the 1960s, which is why its character is established and midcentury rather than new construction. Read the condition and any updates on the specific home.
Does Highland Pines have an HOA?
Highland Pines is an established single-residential neighborhood with no typical mandatory HOA. Confirm whether any covenant or deed restriction applies to the specific parcel before you offer.
Is Highland Pines in a flood zone?
Flood picture varies across East Tampa and is parcel-specific. Confirm the flood zone and current insurance quotes for the specific home before you offer.
Is Highland Pines on city sewer?
Most homes within Tampa city limits are on city services, but confirm the sewer status and any pending assessment for the specific home.
What does a home in Highland Pines cost?
We do not publish a price figure here. Pricing tracks the specific block, home and condition. Confirm current pricing on the live listings on this page; we pull exact comps before you offer.
Is Highland Pines a value-tier neighborhood?
Yes. Highland Pines is known for attractively priced midcentury homes, making it one of the more accessible in-town single-residential neighborhoods. Confirm current pricing on the live listings; value still varies block by block.
What schools serve Highland Pines?
The neighborhood is in Hillsborough County Public Schools, with assignment by address. Zoning can change, so confirm the current zoned campuses for any specific home with the district.
How close is Highland Pines to downtown Tampa and Ybor?
It is a short in-town drive, roughly ten to twenty minutes to downtown Tampa or Ybor City depending on the exact home and traffic, with quick access to the I-4 corridor.
Is there redevelopment activity near Highland Pines?
Yes. East Tampa, including Highland Pines, is seeing active city Community Redevelopment Agency and community investment, including home-repair and revitalization programs and planned infrastructure and housing work. Confirm any pending assessment per parcel.
Is now a good time to buy in Highland Pines?
In-town value inventory moves with condition and the block, so it depends on the specific home. We pull live inventory and comps so you can judge value and the full carrying cost.
Is Highland Pines a good place to buy?
It can be, for a buyer who wants an established, value-tier single-family home close to downtown and who reads the block, the condition and the flood picture. We pull live inventory and comps so you can judge value on the actual property.
Do I need my own agent to buy in Highland Pines?
Yes. The listing agent works for the seller. Your own agent reads the block, confirms condition, the flood and insurance picture, any covenant and any pending assessment, pulls true comps, and negotiates for you. Momentum Realty represents you, not the seller.
You want an established, value-tier single-family home close to downtown TampaExcellent fit
You value an in-town location near Ybor and the I-4 corridorExcellent fit
You are comfortable reading condition on an older 1960s homeExcellent fit
You will confirm the block, flood zone and any pending assessmentExcellent fit
You want an accessible entry point into in-town single-family ownershipExcellent fit
You want uniform new constructionProbably not
You want a gated, amenity-rich master planProbably not
You will not read condition block by blockProbably not
You want a turnkey, low-homework purchaseProbably not
You want a suburban, master-planned settingProbably not

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