Lake Ridge
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All 3,497 homes for sale in TAMPA, FL · median $435,000 · 56 homes for sale in 33618 · Hillsborough County homes for sale

Community in Tampa · Hillsborough County · ZIP 33618
225 homesBuilt 1927–2022
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data19 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, the MLS records 20 closed sales in Lake Ridge Rev in Tampa, FL since 2007, the most recent in May 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).

Live · Lake Ridge Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Ownership and context
80%
Owner-occupied · Lake Ridge
182 of 228 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
20%
Non-owner-occupied · Lake Ridge
incl. 6% trust or LLC-held · 5% out-of-state
67%
Cash buyers · Lake Ridge
2 of 3 sales, 12 mo ending June 2025
225
Homes in the community
plus 3 vacant residential lots · 228 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 19 years of records
Est. 1927
Community established
homes built 1927-2022, median 1967 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2024
peaked at 3 in 2006
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Price in Lake Ridge is driven by condition and vintage, not a formula. With a build range spanning 1927 to 2022 and a median year built of 1967, no two blocks read the same. Two homes of similar size can sell far apart depending on whether the systems, roof, and finishes have been brought current. That spread is the story here more than any single figure.

The homestead share sits near 80 percent, which tells you most owners live in what they own rather than turning inventory quickly. That tends to keep supply thin and negotiations individual. Buyers should underwrite each house on its own merits; sellers who have genuinely updated should not let a dated comp down the street set their expectations.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside LAKE RIDGE REV 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.

3011 LAKE ELLEN DRIVE
$519K · 0.1 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,020 sqft
3011 LAKE ELLEN DRIVE
Listed by MIHARA & ASSOCIATES INC.
12002 GAINES COURT
$350K · 0.1 mi away
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,392 sqft
12002 GAINES COURT
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
11609 CARROLLWOOD DRIVE
$3.30M · 0.2 mi away
6 bd · 5.5 ba · 5,510 sqft
11609 CARROLLWOOD DRIVE
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
3133 LAKE ELLEN DRIVE
$915K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,766 sqft
3133 LAKE ELLEN DRIVE
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
2535 LAKE ELLEN DRIVE
$599K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,771 sqft
2535 LAKE ELLEN DRIVE
Listed by THE TONI EVERETT COMPANY
11735 LIPSEY ROAD
$800K · 0.3 mi away
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,849 sqft
11735 LIPSEY ROAD
Listed by CAREMORE HOME GROUP LLC

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Lake Ridge is an established Tampa community of about 225 homes with a median size just over 2,178 square feet, where the near-century-wide age range means you are buying a specific house, not an average.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 28 homes in LAKE RIDGE that have changed hands since 2008, built between 1953 and 2017 (median 1965), with a median living area of about 1,844 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.

Best for

  • Buyers seeking an established in-town Tampa address who will underwrite each home on its own condition
  • Renovation-minded buyers open to older stock and willing to budget for systems and updates
  • Buyers wanting more living space than a typical newer subdivision offers at a comparable footprint

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a new-construction, uniform community with matching comps
  • Buyers with no appetite or budget for older-home maintenance and updates
  • Buyers who need to move quickly and cannot wait out thin, slow-turning inventory

The market around Lake Ridge

Lake Ridge is a small community — 27 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2024 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

In ZIP 33618, 125 homes are on the market and 32% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Tampa.

Across Hillsborough County, 6,259 homes are active and 2,098 pending (25% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

In ZIP 33618 (TAMPA), 315 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $495K ($256/sq ft), down 0.8% year over year, with a median 32 days on market. Right now 41 active and 12 pending listings put supply at about 3.2 months — a healthy market. See the live ZIP 33618 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.

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

If we were buying in Lake Ridge 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 Lake Ridge.

Best Buy
Buyers who want an established, in-town Tampa location and are comfortable evaluating homes individually.
Biggest Risk
The broad age span makes condition risk the central variable on any given house.
Sweet Spot
An updated home near the median size where recent work is documented.
Avoid If
You need a turnkey, uniform subdivision with predictable comps.

A community priced house by house

The median year built of 1967 anchors this as an older, in-town pocket, but the tails matter: original 1927-era structures sit alongside new construction from as recent as 2022. That mix means condition, renovation scope, and lot specifics carry the value conversation far more than square footage alone. The median living area of roughly 2,178 square feet is generous for an established Tampa neighborhood, though how that space has been maintained varies widely.

With around 225 homes and a high homestead share, turnover is modest and each listing tends to trade on its own particulars. That rewards patient buyers who can read past cosmetics and sellers who can document real improvements. It is not a market where you copy the last sale and call it a day.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a community this varied in age and condition, the value is in the walkthrough, not the spreadsheet. We price and evaluate each home against its actual systems, updates, and lot rather than a neighborhood average, and we will tell you plainly when a listing's condition does not match its ask.

Lake Ridge in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established, in-town Tampa location and are comfortable evaluating homes individually.
Biggest advantageA wide range of vintages and conditions means real options for different renovation appetites.
Biggest riskThe broad age span makes condition risk the central variable on any given house.
Sweet spotAn updated home near the median size where recent work is documented.
Avoid ifYou need a turnkey, uniform subdivision with predictable comps.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • 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.

The takeaway

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

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Lake Ridge Rev Market Scorecard

No active listings

Lake Ridge Rev is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Months supply
n/a
Median list
$498,971
Median sold
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Per sqft
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Days on mkt
0/0/1
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33618 ZIP is $474,376, about 19.0% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Lake Ridge?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 225 homes plus 3 vacant residential lots in Lake Ridge (public records).
What share of Lake Ridge is owner-occupied?
80% of Lake Ridge parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Lake Ridge built?
Homes in Lake Ridge were built between 1927 and 2022, with a median year built of 1967 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Do cash buyers compete in Lake Ridge?
Cash buyers took 67% of Lake Ridge sales in the 12 months ending June 2025 (2 of 3 closings, Stellar MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Lake Ridge?
The best agent for Lake Ridge 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 Lake Ridge.
How do I find a top Tampa real estate agent who knows Lake Ridge?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Lake Ridge and the wider Tampa area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Lake Ridge?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Lake Ridge purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers seeking an established in-town Tampa address who will underwrite each home on its own conditionExcellent fit
Renovation-minded buyers open to older stock and willing to budget for systems and updatesExcellent fit
Buyers wanting more living space than a typical newer subdivision offers at a comparable footprintExcellent fit
Buyers who want a new-construction, uniform community with matching compsProbably not
Buyers with no appetite or budget for older-home maintenance and updatesProbably not
Buyers who need to move quickly and cannot wait out thin, slow-turning inventoryProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 15, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (5 streets, ZIP 33618))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2007 (20 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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Thinking of selling in LAKE RIDGE REV? See the Hillsborough County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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