MiraBay in Apollo Beach

MiraBay Homes for Sale in Apollo Beach, FL

Gated waterfront master plan · Apollo Beach · ZIP 33572

A gated waterfront master plan on Tampa Bay in Apollo Beach.

Gated waterfrontMarina and lagoonBoatable to the bay
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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
This is a gated waterfront community with an HOA and a CDD; the lot and water frontage, the all-in carrying cost, and the flood and insurance picture decide value, so confirm all three for a specific home.
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"MiraBay is Apollo Beach's premier gated waterfront master plan, developed by Minto on the eastern shore of Tampa Bay, so the read spans a wide range: public sources describe roughly 1,700 homes from townhomes up to million-dollar-plus waterfront estates, built from 2003 onward with a variety of builders, plus a still-active new-construction phase. The draw is real: a private beach, a full-service marina, a waterfront clubhouse, and canal and lagoon homes that can reach Tampa Bay by boat. The trade-offs are an HOA plus a CDD assessment on the tax bill, and, on the water, the flood and insurance picture. Your leverage is reading the lot and water access, the all-in carrying cost, and the elevation and insurance on a specific home."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

MiraBay is a gated, master-planned waterfront community in Apollo Beach, in south Hillsborough's 33572 ZIP, developed by Minto Communities on the eastern shore of Tampa Bay. Public sources describe roughly 1,700 homes, with construction beginning in 2003 and a range of builders, spanning townhomes to large waterfront estates.

The amenity package is the headline: a private beach, a full-service marina, a waterfront clubhouse with resort-style pools and a fitness center, and a network of canals and lagoons. Many homes sit on navigable water, and canal homes can reach Tampa Bay by boat, while lagoon homes often use a boat lift to move between the lagoon and the canals.

MiraBay runs on an HOA plus a Community Development District, so the all-in carrying cost combines monthly dues and a CDD assessment on the property tax bill. Confirm both for a specific home, along with the water frontage and dock situation, and, given the bayside setting, the flood zone, elevation, and insurance quote.

For buyers who want a gated, resort-style waterfront lifestyle with real boating access in south Hillsborough, MiraBay is the benchmark community. The work is reading the lot and water access, the full carrying cost, and the flood and insurance picture honestly before you fall for a list price.

Best for

  • Buyers who want a gated, resort-style waterfront lifestyle
  • Boaters who want canal or lagoon access to Tampa Bay
  • Buyers who want a full amenity package with a marina and clubhouse
  • Buyers who will price the HOA, CDD, and flood insurance into the cost

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want no CDD or the lowest possible carrying cost
  • Anyone seeking an inland, low-flood-risk location
  • Buyers who want an established, no-HOA neighborhood
  • Anyone not prepared for waterfront insurance and maintenance

How MiraBay is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
57Median 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 MiraBay 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 MiraBay 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

MiraBay sits in Apollo Beach, with everyday shopping, major roads, and the wider Tampa Bay area within a reasonable drive.

US-41 (Apollo Beach Blvd)~5-8 min · main corridor
I-75 (Apollo Beach / Big Bend)~8-12 min · regional connector
Apollo Beach Nature Preserve / Manatee Viewing Center~8-12 min · bayfront recreation
Brandon / Westfield Brandon~25-30 min · retail and dining
Tampa (downtown)~30-40 min · via I-75 or US-41
Tampa International Airport (TPA)~40-50 min · via I-75

Distances and times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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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
MiraBay (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

MiraBay 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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Magnet and choice options may apply

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The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at MiraBay: the marina and boatable water amenity, continued south Hillsborough growth, the HOA-and-CDD carrying-cost structure, and the waterfront flood and insurance picture. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in MiraBay

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

Net OutlookBullishThe marina, private beach, and boatable water are durable draws, and SouthShore growth supports demand, while the watch items are the HOA-and-CDD carrying cost and the waterfront flood and insurance picture.

Marina, private beach, and boatable water anchor the community

Ongoing
BullishMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

A full-service marina, private beach, and direct boat access to Tampa Bay are scarce, durable amenities that support waterfront demand.

South Hillsborough and Apollo Beach keep growing

2025
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Sustained SouthShore growth in services, schools, and recreation supports long-term demand around Apollo Beach.

HOA plus CDD set the carrying cost

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Combined HOA and CDD costs are part of the true monthly number; confirm both for a specific home and section.

Waterfront flood and insurance picture is the watch item

2024-2025
BearishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Bayside homes carry flood and windstorm exposure and rising premiums; read elevation and get a quote on a specific home.

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 MiraBay, 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. January 2025
    Growth

    SouthShore growth continues across south Hillsborough

    Local reporting described the SouthShore area, including Apollo Beach, Ruskin, and Wimauma, continuing to grow through 2025 with new residents, services, and recreation such as the SouthShore Sportsplex. Why it matters: Area growth supports services and demand around MiraBay; weigh traffic and the bayside flood picture for a long-term hold. Source

  2. January 2025
    Community

    New-construction phase continues at MiraBay

    Builders including Park Square market a current new-construction phase at MiraBay, Marisol Pointe, alongside the established resale community on the water in Apollo Beach. Why it matters: New phasing and incentives shift; compare a builder home to nearby resale and read the water frontage and carrying cost. 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 MiraBay, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the lot and water access first. Canal, lagoon, or interior, the dock situation, and boatable access to the bay drive value most here.

2

Add the HOA and CDD together. Confirm the monthly dues and the CDD assessment and balance for a specific home and section.

3

Read the flood and insurance picture. Pull elevation and a flood and windstorm quote on any bayside or canal home before you offer.

4

Match the home to real comps. Waterfront and updated estates trade very differently from interior and original homes; price accordingly.

5

Compare waterfront options, and cross-shop Shore Acres for a no-HOA St. Pete waterfront alternative.

Best Buy
A boatable canal or lagoon home priced for its true HOA, CDD, and insurance cost
Biggest Risk
Underpricing the all-in carrying cost and the waterfront flood and insurance picture
Best Lot
Navigable canal or lagoon frontage over an interior homesite
Smart Timing
Confirm the CDD balance, the dock and water access, and an insurance quote
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

MiraBay is a gated, master-planned waterfront community in Apollo Beach, in south Hillsborough's 33572 ZIP, developed by Minto Communities on the eastern shore of Tampa Bay. Public sources describe roughly 1,700 homes built from 2003 onward by a range of builders, from townhomes to large waterfront estates, with a current new-construction phase still selling. The amenity base is the draw: a private beach, a full-service marina, a waterfront clubhouse with resort-style pools and a fitness center, and a network of navigable canals and lagoons where homes can reach Tampa Bay by boat. The community runs on an HOA plus a Community Development District, so the all-in carrying cost combines dues and a CDD assessment, and the lot, the water frontage, and the bayside flood and insurance picture drive value far more than square footage.

The takeaway

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

The Interior or Townhome

Townhomes and interior single-family homes with full amenity and marina access, the entry into the gated waterfront community.

Lowest entry
The Canal or Lagoon Home

Homes on navigable canals or the lagoon with docks or boat lifts, where water access is the durable draw.

Most inventory
The Waterfront Estate

The larger waterfront and bay-influenced estates with prime frontage, the homes that hold value best, priced for their flood and insurance read.

Strongest resale

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

The Interior or Townhome
Townhomes and interior single-family homes with full amenity and marina access, the entry into the gated waterfront community.
The Canal or Lagoon Home
Homes on navigable canals or the lagoon with docks or boat lifts, where water access is the durable draw.
The Waterfront Estate
The larger waterfront and bay-influenced estates with prime frontage, the homes that hold value best, priced for their flood and insurance read.

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.

Location within Apollo BeachStrong
Established communityPositive
HOA and CDD postureConfirm per parcel
Home condition and systemsVerify per home
Flood read per lotVerify per address

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 MiraBay

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 marina and the boatable water are the lifestyle. The deal is won or lost on the lot, the all-in carrying cost, and the flood and insurance read.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
8.0B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength8.0/10
Renovation Risk6.4/10
Location Efficiency8.2/10
Long-Term Defensibility8.0/10
Carrying Cost Advantage5.8/10

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 MiraBay 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 lot and the homesite are the scarce, durable asset here
  • A better-positioned lot holds value at resale
  • The homesite cannot be changed, the house can
  • Read the lot and the flood zone before the finishes
  • Condition and renovation level drive the number

In MiraBay, the part of your money the market protects is the lot, the position, and the condition of the home. Read the lot, the homesite, and the flood zone first, then price the condition and the renovation level against it.

MiraBay in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a gated, resort-style waterfront lifestyle with boating access.
Biggest advantageA marina, private beach, and boatable canals to Tampa Bay, scarce and durable amenities.
Biggest riskThe HOA-plus-CDD cost and waterfront flood and insurance on the true carrying cost.
Sweet spotA boatable canal or lagoon home priced for its true cost and insurance read.
Avoid ifYou want no CDD, low flood risk, or the lowest possible carrying cost.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Monthly HOA plus a CDD assessment
  • Marina, private beach, clubhouse, pools
  • Canal and lagoon homes are boatable
  • Confirm the all-in monthly number
  • Read the flood and insurance picture

MiraBay runs on a monthly HOA plus a Community Development District assessment on the property tax bill, with the combined cost varying by section (confirm the current HOA dues, the CDD assessment, and the remaining bond balance for a specific home).

The HOA covers the gated access and the resort amenities, including the clubhouse, pools, and fitness center; marina slips and certain amenities may carry separate fees. Confirm inclusions for a specific home.

The waterfront clubhouse anchors the lifestyle, with resort-style pools, a fitness center, a cafe, and a full-service marina with access to a private beach and the bay.

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 MiraBay, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Shore Acres, 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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MiraBay Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

MiraBay 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 MiraBay?
MiraBay is a gated waterfront master-planned community in Apollo Beach, in south Hillsborough County's 33572 ZIP, on the eastern shore of Tampa Bay, developed by Minto Communities.
Does MiraBay have a CDD fee?
Yes. MiraBay carries a Community Development District, so a CDD assessment rides on the property tax bill in addition to the HOA. Confirm the assessment and the remaining bond balance for a specific home.
What are the HOA and CDD costs at MiraBay?
The combined HOA and CDD cost varies by section. Confirm the current monthly HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and the CDD assessment for a specific home rather than relying on a community average.
Can you boat to Tampa Bay from MiraBay?
Yes. Many homes sit on navigable canals or the lagoon, with canal homes able to reach Tampa Bay by boat and lagoon homes often using a boat lift to move between the lagoon and the canals. Confirm the water access for a specific home.
What amenities does MiraBay have?
Public sources describe a private beach, a full-service marina, a waterfront clubhouse with resort-style pools and a fitness center, and a cafe, alongside the canals and lagoon. Confirm current amenities, slip availability, and any separate fees.
What kind of homes are in MiraBay?
Public sources describe roughly 1,700 homes built from 2003 onward by a range of builders, from townhomes to large waterfront estates, with a current new-construction phase still selling.
Is MiraBay a flood zone?
As a bayside waterfront community, MiraBay carries flood and windstorm exposure that varies by elevation and location. Pull the flood zone and elevation and get a current insurance quote on any specific home before you offer.
How far is MiraBay from Tampa?
Downtown Tampa is roughly thirty to forty minutes by car via I-75 or US-41, with I-75 access about eight to twelve minutes from the community.
What schools serve MiraBay?
The community is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. School assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the current zoned schools for a specific home with the district.
What should I check before buying in MiraBay?
Read the lot and water access, add the HOA and CDD for the all-in cost, confirm the CDD balance, pull elevation and a flood and windstorm quote, and match the home to real waterfront comps.
Is MiraBay a good investment?
The marina, private beach, and boatable water are scarce, durable amenities that support waterfront demand. The carrying cost and the flood and insurance picture are the variables; condition and frontage drive the outcome.
Should I use the listing agent to buy in MiraBay?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. On a waterfront home where frontage, the CDD, and insurability swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.
Who is the best real estate agent for MiraBay?
The best agent for MiraBay is one who actively works Apollo Beach and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, 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 MiraBay.
How do I find a top Apollo Beach real estate agent who knows MiraBay?
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 MiraBay and the wider Apollo Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for MiraBay?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your MiraBay purchase or sale — no call center and no pressure.
Buyers who want a gated, resort-style waterfront lifestyleExcellent fit
Boaters who want canal or lagoon access to Tampa BayExcellent fit
Buyers who want a full amenity package with a marina and clubhouseExcellent fit
Buyers who will price the HOA, CDD, and flood insurance into the costExcellent fit
Buyers who will read the lot and water frontage honestlyExcellent fit
Buyers who want no CDD or the lowest possible carrying costProbably not
Anyone seeking an inland, low-flood-risk locationProbably not
Buyers who want an established, no-HOA neighborhoodProbably not
Anyone not prepared for waterfront insurance and maintenanceProbably not
Buyers who will not get an elevation and insurance read firstProbably not

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