Island Homes
Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

Community in Tampa · Hillsborough County
39 homesBuilt 1991–2003
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data20 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily
Live · Island Homes Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Ownership and context
85%
Owner-occupied · Island Homes
33 of 39 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
15%
Non-owner-occupied · Island Homes
incl. 8% trust or LLC-held · 3% out-of-state
50%
Cash buyers · Island Homes
2 of 4 sales, 12 mo ending June 2020
39
Homes in the community
39 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 20 years of records
Est. 1991
Community established
homes built 1991-2003, median 1995 (FL DOR 2025)
1
Failed listings · 2026
peaked at 7 in 2010

The market around Island Homes

Island Homes is a small community — 30 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2026 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

Across Hillsborough County, 5,970 homes are active and 2,046 pending (26% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Island Homes specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Island Homes today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 Island Homes.

A closer look at the Island Homes market

The housing stock is 39 homes built between 1991 and 2003, and 85% of parcels are homesteaded — the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Island Homes. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • 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.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Island Homes sales matched to your home.

What is your Island Homes home worth?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Island Homes?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 39 homes in Island Homes (public records).
What share of Island Homes is owner-occupied?
85% of Island Homes parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Island Homes built?
Homes in Island Homes were built between 1991 and 2003, with a median year built of 1995.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in Island Homes?
Cash buyers took 50% of Island Homes sales in the 12 months ending June 2020 (2 of 4 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Island Homes?
The best agent for Island Homes is one who actively works Tampa and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 Island Homes.
How do I find a top Tampa real estate agent who knows Island Homes?
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 Island Homes and the wider Tampa area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Island Homes?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Island Homes purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 33602))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2006 (10 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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