North Lakes
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Over the 12 months ending 2026-07-13, 4 recorded sales closed at a median of $560,000, $229 per square foot, a median 13 days on market, sellers accepting 96% of original asking (+4% versus the prior year). At the median price and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $8,810 ($8,180 with the full homestead exemption).
Part of North Lakes, Tampa, FL — see all North Lakes homes for sale (4 listings across 13 sections in the MLS).
Price here is driven by size and condition, not location alone. These are homes built in a tight window from 1984 to 1987, and the median footprint sits around 2,619 square feet, which is substantial. At a median of $560,000, or roughly $229 per square foot, what you pay tracks closely to how much updating a given home has or hasn't seen. Expect a wide spread around that median depending on kitchens, baths, and systems.
The market posture is firm but not frantic. A median of 13 days on market means well-prepared homes move quickly, and the 3.7% year-over-year gain reflects steady demand rather than a spike. For sellers, that rewards prep and realistic pricing. For buyers, it means you decide fast and lead with a clean offer, because the good ones don't sit.
North Lakes right now
🟡 Still climbing. The trailing-12-month median ($560K) is up 3.7% from the prior 12 months ($540K). With about 3 sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 13. Confidence: Low (4 and 6 sales in the two windows).
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· Updated September 16, 2026 · Live data: Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
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No active listings inside North Lakes Sec F Unit 3 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
North Lakes market snapshot (as of July 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $560K ($229 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 13 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is up 4% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales (4 closings in the current window).
North Lakes is a community of 92 homes in Tampa, Hillsborough County, built between 1984 and 1987 (median 1985.0), with a median living area of about 2,619 square feet. 92% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
North Lakes is a compact, established pocket of Tampa in Hillsborough County, 92 homes deep and almost entirely owner-occupied at a 92.4% homestead share, which keeps turnover low and inventory thin.
Who North Lakes is best for.
Best for
- Buyers around the $560,000 median who prioritize interior space over a brand-new build
- Renovation-comfortable buyers who can price in updating older systems and capture value
- Long-hold owners who want a stable, low-turnover street rather than a fast-flipping one
Probably not for
- Buyers set on new construction or contemporary layouts
- Buyers with no budget or appetite for updating aging roofs, HVAC, or plumbing
- Buyers who need a wide selection at all times, since inventory here is thin
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending July 13 of each year, from record-level Stellar MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($560K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($540K) IS the +3.7% one-year change.
Windows contain 0 to 6 sales each (4 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period %s through %s. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
The North Lakes buying strategy.
If we were buying in North Lakes 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 North Lakes.
A mid-1980s enclave that turns on condition
With every home built between 1984 and 1987 and a median build year of 1985, this is an architecturally consistent neighborhood. The upside is predictable floor plans and generous square footage for the money; the median living area near 2,619 square feet is roomy by current standards. The tradeoff is age: at forty-plus years, roofs, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical are the real variables, and they explain most of the price difference from one listing to the next.
Because the homestead share is high at 92.4% and there are only 92 homes here, listings are infrequent. When one comes up in good shape it draws attention, which is consistent with the 13-day median days on market. Buyers should be ready to move; sellers should know that condition and presentation, not just address, set the ceiling.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in North Lakes. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Momentum Buy Score.
Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the factors that decide how a home in North Lakes buys, holds, and resells. Momentum Research; not an appraisal.
Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 3 factors (7.8). Basis: Recent Direction +3.7% year-over-year; Owner Commitment 92% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 95.9% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
In a 92-home enclave where listings are rare and pricing hinges on condition, we help you read the difference between an updated home and one that only looks the part. We know how to prep and position a mid-1980s home so it earns its number, and how to price a buyer's offer to win at a 13-day pace without overpaying for deferred maintenance.
North Lakes 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.
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Data sources & freshness
| Community market stats | Stellar MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 13, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (6 streets, ZIP 33618)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2021 (18 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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