Lake Magdalene Arms Estates in Tampa

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

Established 1988 · Tampa · Hillsborough County

An established single-family subdivision in the Lake Magdalene area of Tampa, Hillsborough County, near the lake district and quick to the Carrollwood corridor.

Established Lake Magdalene-area homesNear the lake districtQuick to Dale Mabry and the Veterans
Live Market Pulse
56/100
Momentum
Balanced 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
$460K
Median Price
12mo
Supply
44days
Avg DOM
Balanced
Seller Leverage
$242/sf
Median $/Sqft
n/a
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Lake Magdalene Arms Estates is an established single-family subdivision in the Lake Magdalene area of Tampa (Hillsborough County, ZIP 33613). The read is a mature, convenient north Tampa address within the Lake Magdalene lake district, near the Carrollwood corridor and quick to Dale Mabry Highway and the Veterans Expressway, where value is home-and-condition specific given the established stock. Homes are reported midsize and reasonably priced, varying by floor plan and updates, so the lot, the condition, and proximity to the lakes separate them more than the subdivision name. Because the stock is established and updated unevenly, confirm the build year, the roof, HVAC, plumbing, and any updates, confirm any association status, and comp by home and condition. The Lake Magdalene location and the convenience are the draw; the home and its systems are where the value is won."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $460K ($242 per sq ft), with homes averaging 44 days on market and 12.0 months of supply, a balanced market (limited data). Based on 1 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates is an established single-family subdivision in the Lake Magdalene area of Tampa (Hillsborough County, ZIP 33613), within the Lake Magdalene lake district north of downtown (neighborhoods.com).

Homes are reported midsize and reasonably priced, varying by floor plan, lot, and updates. Treat any figure as reported and confirm the build year and condition for the specific home with the listing and the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser.

The setting is the Lake Magdalene area, the most populous lake district of Hillsborough County with numerous named lakes, parks, and waterways. Confirm any lake access or proximity for the specific home, and confirm any association status and dues with the listing.

Location is the structural strength: a north Tampa location near the Carrollwood corridor with quick reach to Dale Mabry Highway, the Veterans Expressway, area shopping, and Tampa job centers. Confirm exact drive times for the specific address, and comp by home and condition.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an established single-family home in the Lake Magdalene area of Tampa
  • Buyers who value the lake district and quick reach to the Carrollwood corridor
  • Buyers comfortable with established stock and budgeting for updates

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction with current finishes and warranties
  • Buyers who want a gated or amenity-heavy master plan
  • Buyers who want acreage or a rural setting

How Lake Magdalene Arms Estates is performing right now

56/100
momentum
Balanced Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
12Months of supplytight
44Median days on marketdays
2 : 1Under contract vs for salestrong demand
1Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+16%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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates 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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Lake Magdalene Arms Estates

Live MLS inventory for Lake Magdalene Arms Estates. 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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates 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.

Carrollwood shopping and dining~5 to 10 min · approximate
Dale Mabry Highway corridor~5 min · approximate
Veterans Expressway access~10 min · approximate
University of South Florida area~10 to 15 min · approximate
Downtown Tampa~20 to 30 min · approximate
Tampa International Airport (TPA)~20 to 25 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
Lake Magdalene Arms Estates (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

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates 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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates address.

The takeaway

What actually shapes value in and around Lake Magdalene Arms Estates, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Lake Magdalene Arms Estates

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

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is an established single-family subdivision in the convenient Lake Magdalene area with durable location value. The watch items are the individual home and its systems, the build year, any association, and the regional lifestyle news.

Convenient Lake Magdalene-area location

BullishA north Tampa location in the Lake Magdalene lake district near the Carrollwood corridor supports steady demand for established homes. impact
SignificanceRadius: Lake Magdalene

Convenient Lake Magdalene-area location

Established stock, updated unevenly

NeutralEstablished homes carry age-related maintenance; the roof, HVAC, and systems vary by owner, so comp by home and condition, not by an average. impact
SignificanceRadius: Subdivision

Established stock, updated unevenly

North Tampa demand strength

BullishContinued demand for the established, convenient north Tampa area supports the subdivision; confirm relevance to the specific home. impact
SignificanceRadius: Submarket

North Tampa demand strength

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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates, 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. February 2026
    Coastline

    Roughly $126 million Pinellas beach renourishment completed

    Crews placed more than two million cubic yards of sand on Pinellas beaches in a roughly $126 million renourishment finished ahead of the spring season (WUSF, FOX 13). Why it matters: Wider Gulf beaches a drive west via the Veterans add to the regional lifestyle that supports north Tampa neighborhoods like Lake Magdalene Arms Estates. Source

  2. June 2026
    Coastline

    Army Corps funding restored for Pinellas beach renourishment

    After a decade-long standoff resolved in late May 2026, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will again fund renourishment for Pinellas beaches, with the next project planned around 2030 (WUSF). Why it matters: Restored regional beach funding supports the Tampa Bay lifestyle that draws buyers to north Tampa. 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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Confirm the build year and condition, since homes here are established and updated unevenly.

2

Inspect the roof, HVAC, and plumbing, the big-ticket systems on an established home, and budget for their age.

3

Confirm any lake access or proximity, since the Lake Magdalene district is the setting and access varies by home.

4

Confirm any association status and dues, with the listing, since an established subdivision may carry little or none.

5

Comp within Lake Magdalene Arms Estates by home and lot, not against newer construction.

Best Buy
A sound, updated home on a good lot, ideally near the lakes, priced to its condition and build era.
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting roof, HVAC, or systems on an established home, or comparing to new construction.
Best Lot
Lot size, position, proximity to the lakes, and updates separate homes more than the subdivision name does.
Smart Timing
Confirm the build year, the systems, and any association 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

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates is an established single-family subdivision in the Lake Magdalene area of Tampa (Hillsborough County, ZIP 33613), within the Lake Magdalene lake district north of downtown. Homes are reported midsize and reasonably priced, varying by floor plan, lot, and updates. The setting is near numerous named lakes, parks, and the Carrollwood corridor, with quick reach to Dale Mabry Highway, the Veterans Expressway, and the airport. Association status and dues vary; confirm with the listing, along with any lake access. Homes are zoned to Hillsborough County Public Schools by address; verify zoning with the district.

The takeaway

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

Entry: original or dated homes needing updates
$460K to $460K

The most attainable product is more original or dated homes that will need updates. Budget for the roof, HVAC, and cosmetics, and confirm the systems before assuming a value.

Lowest entry
Mid: updated homes on solid lots
$460K to $460K

The core is homes with meaningful updates on solid lots. Condition, the systems, and the lot separate these more than square footage.

Most inventory
High: well-updated homes near the lakes
$460K to $460K

The top end is the best-updated homes on the most desirable lots, especially those near the lakes. These trade on condition, the systems, and the lot.

Strongest resale

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

$460K to $460K
Entry: original or dated homes needing updates
The most attainable product is more original or dated homes that will need updates. Budget for the roof, HVAC, and cosmetics, and confirm the systems before assuming a value.
$460K to $460K
Mid: updated homes on solid lots
The core is homes with meaningful updates on solid lots. Condition, the systems, and the lot separate these more than square footage.
$460K to $460K
High: well-updated homes near the lakes
The top end is the best-updated homes on the most desirable lots, especially those near the lakes. These trade on condition, the systems, and the lot.

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 Tampa 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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates

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 Lake Magdalene location and the convenience are priced into every Lake Magdalene Arms Estates listing. The deal is won on the home, the systems, and the lot, not the sticker.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.8B · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.9/10
Renovation Risk5.4/10
Location Efficiency8.4/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.4/10
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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates 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
  • Lot size, position, and lake proximity separate homes more than the name.
  • Established base means the systems shape carrying cost.
  • The convenient Lake Magdalene location holds value best.

In an established subdivision like Lake Magdalene Arms Estates, the home and its condition set value, with the lot and any lake proximity shaping the rest. Larger or better-positioned lots and quality updates carry premiums, while the systems drive carrying cost. Compare a home against the closest sale on a comparable lot within the subdivision, and confirm the roof and systems before the finishes.

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established single-family home in the convenient Lake Magdalene area of Tampa.
Strong onThe Lake Magdalene lake district, quick reach to the Carrollwood corridor, Dale Mabry, the Veterans, and the airport.
WatchThe roof and systems, the build year, any lake access, any association status, and the individual home.
Not forBuyers who want new construction, a gated amenity master plan, or acreage and a rural setting.
The edgeEstablished stock updated unevenly, so reading the home, the lot, and the systems finds the value.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Established Lake Magdalene-area single-family subdivision.
  • Association status varies; confirm any HOA, dues, and scope.
  • Established stock; homeowners carry their own systems.
  • Confirm any lake access or proximity per the home.
  • Convenient north Tampa location holds value best here.

Association status and dues in Lake Magdalene Arms Estates vary, and an established Tampa subdivision like this may carry little or no mandatory association; treat any figure as reported and confirm the relevant association or deed-restriction status, dues, scope, and reserves with the listing before you offer.

Where an association exists, it generally covers limited common matters; individual homeowners typically carry their own roof, systems, and yard. Confirm exactly what applies to the specific home.

This is an established single-family subdivision rather than an amenity-driven master plan, so the Lake Magdalene lakes, area parks, and the Carrollwood corridor serve the setting. Confirm any neighborhood association, lake access, or shared features with the listing.

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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Lake Magdalene Arms Estates, 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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How much local inventory is already under contract

28% of homes for sale in Hillsborough County 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).

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates Sc 1 Tampa Market Scorecard

Strong buyer's market

Lake Magdalene Arms Estates Sc 1 Tampa is currently a strong buyer's market. About 12.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,169,900, and homes go under contract in about 44 days.

12.0
Months supply
$1,169,900
Median list
$460,000
Median sold
$282
Per sqft
44
Days on mkt
1/2/1
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33613 ZIP is $315,321, about 42.1% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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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 Lake Magdalene Arms Estates?
An established single-family subdivision in the Lake Magdalene area of Tampa (Hillsborough County, ZIP 33613), within the Lake Magdalene lake district north of downtown.
What kinds of homes are in Lake Magdalene Arms Estates?
Established midsize single-family homes that vary by floor plan, lot, and updates. Confirm the build year and condition for the specific home.
When was Lake Magdalene Arms Estates built?
Homes are established; treat any build figure as reported and confirm with the listing and the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser for the specific home.
Is there an HOA in Lake Magdalene Arms Estates?
Association status and dues vary, and an established Tampa subdivision may carry little or none. Confirm the relevant association or deed-restriction status, dues, scope, and reserves with the listing.
Does Lake Magdalene Arms Estates have lake access?
It sits within the Lake Magdalene lake district, but lake access and proximity vary by home. Confirm any lake access for the specific address with the listing.
Where is Lake Magdalene Arms Estates located?
In the Lake Magdalene area of Tampa (ZIP 33613), Hillsborough County, near the Carrollwood corridor with quick reach to Dale Mabry Highway and the Veterans Expressway.
What schools serve Lake Magdalene Arms Estates?
Homes are zoned to Hillsborough County Public Schools by address, with north Tampa and Carrollwood-area campuses serving the area. Assignments change, so verify the exact zoned schools with the district.
Is Lake Magdalene Arms Estates a gated community?
It is an established open single-family subdivision rather than a gated master plan. Confirm any access or community details with the listing.
Is Lake Magdalene Arms Estates a good investment?
The convenient Lake Magdalene location supports demand, but value is home-and-condition specific given the established stock. Confirm the build year, the systems, and the home before deciding.
What should I check before buying in Lake Magdalene Arms Estates?
The build year and condition, the roof, HVAC, and systems, any association status, any lake access, the lot, and the zoned schools by address.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in Lake Magdalene Arms Estates?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Where the home and the systems swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
You want an established single-family home in the Lake Magdalene area of TampaExcellent fit
You value the lake district and quick reach to the Carrollwood corridorExcellent fit
You are comfortable with established stock and budgeting for updatesExcellent fit
You want new construction with current finishes and warrantiesProbably not
You want a gated or amenity-heavy master planProbably not
You want acreage or a rural settingProbably not

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