Homestead
Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL
All 3,497 homes for sale in Tampa, FL · median $435,000 · 80 homes for sale in 33605 · Hillsborough County homes for sale
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As of September 2026, the MLS records 7 closed sales in Homestead Revised Map in Tampa, FL since 2007, the most recent in October 2025. Across Tampa as a whole, 4,890 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $442,500, 39 median days on market, with 1,287 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,960 ($6,340 with the full homestead exemption).
This is an older, established pocket of Tampa built out mostly in the mid-20th century, with a median year built of 1947 inside a much wider range that stretches to 2024. That spread means condition, not square footage or amenities, is doing most of the work on price. Two homes on the same block can carry very different value depending on whether they have been updated, expanded, or left largely original.
With 687 homes and a homestead share of about 42%, the area reads as a mix of long-held owner-occupied properties and homes that turn over more frequently, likely including investor or rental activity. For buyers, that means inventory can include everything from dated original-condition homes to fully renovated ones, so pricing expectations should be set property by property rather than by neighborhood averages.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Homestead Revised Map right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.
Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.
The 60-Second Overview
Homestead is a compact, older section of Tampa in Hillsborough County where most homes date to the years just after World War II, though newer construction and renovations have filled in over time. At a median living area of roughly 1,363 square feet, homes here tend toward a modest, efficient footprint rather than expansive floor plans.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 52 homes in Homestead that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1905 and 2026 (median 1930), with a median living area of about 1,324 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.
Who Homestead is best for.
Best for
- A buyer comfortable evaluating an older home's condition and factoring renovation costs into their budget.
- Someone prioritizing a central Tampa location over community amenities or a uniform build era.
- A buyer or investor interested in properties with potential for updating or expansion given the mix of original and newer construction.
Probably not for
- A buyer who wants a turnkey home in a consistently new or recently built subdivision.
- Someone who wants organized community amenities like a clubhouse or pool as part of the purchase.
- A buyer uncomfortable with wide variability in home condition from one listing to the next.
The market around Homestead
Homestead is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33605, 124 homes are on the market and 21% are under contract — a steady corner of Tampa.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,274 homes are active and 1,939 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 33605 (Tampa), 243 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $330K ($277/sq ft), down 2.1% year over year, with a median 32 days on market. Right now 62 active and 20 pending listings put supply at about 4.5 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33605 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Homestead specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The Homestead buying strategy.
If we were buying in Homestead 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 Homestead.
A neighborhood defined by age and condition, not layout
With a median year built of 1947 and a range running all the way to 2024, this is not a single-era subdivision. It is a long-settled area where original mid-century construction sits alongside newer infill and renovated homes. That makes the story of any given listing less about square footage — the median living area of about 1,363 square feet is fairly consistent — and more about what has or hasn't been done to the structure since it was built.
No community amenities are identified in current MLS listings, so this is a location built around its position in Tampa rather than shared recreational infrastructure like pools, clubhouses, or organized common areas. Buyers should evaluate it on lot, home condition, and proximity to where they need to be, not on a homeowners' association amenity package.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Homestead. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a market this age-diverse, the difference between a fair price and an overpay usually comes down to reading condition correctly and knowing which updates actually move value. We walk every listing with that lens, and we help sellers position an older home honestly so it attracts the right offer instead of sitting.
Homestead in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Homestead buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Homestead sales matched to your home.
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 15, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2007 (7 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
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Common questions about Homestead
Where is Homestead?
Homestead is a community in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33605.
Are there homes for sale in Homestead right now?
No active listings inside Homestead at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Homestead have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Homestead in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Homestead Revised Map Market Scorecard
Homestead Revised Map is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.
Typical home value in the 33605 ZIP is $263,453, about 43.5% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.