North Lakes
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As of September 2026, the MLS records 3 closed sales in North Lakes Section B Unit No 1 in Tampa, FL since 2012, the most recent in May 2026. 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).
Part of North Lakes, Tampa, FL — see all North Lakes homes for sale (4 listings across 13 sections in the MLS).
This is a small, established section of North Lakes built out over a tight three-year window in the early 1980s, which means most of the housing stock shares a similar age, construction style, and layout footprint. With only 103 homes in the section, turnover is naturally limited, and the market here moves on individual condition and updates more than on broad neighborhood trends.
The homestead share sitting just above seven in ten homes points to a section where most owners have settled in for the longer term rather than cycling through as rentals or quick flips. For a buyer, that translates to fewer listings at any given time and a market where patience and a good agent tracking new inventory matter more than chasing a deal.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside North Lakes Section B Unit No 1 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 is a compact, single-phase section of Tampa's North Lakes area, built almost entirely between 1979 and 1982, with homes centered around a modest 1,370 square feet of living space.
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.
Who North Lakes is best for.
Best for
- Buyers looking for a modest, well-proportioned home in an established Tampa section without amenity fees
- Buyers comfortable evaluating an early-1980s build and budgeting for age-appropriate updates
- Buyers who value a stable, low-turnover pocket over a fast-moving, high-inventory subdivision
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a newer build with contemporary layouts and finishes as the baseline
- Buyers who want an on-site pool, clubhouse, or other organized common-area amenities
- Buyers who need a wide immediate selection of active listings to choose from
The market around North Lakes
North Lakes is a small community — 5 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — 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 North Lakes specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
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.
One build era, one clear identity
With a median year built of 1981 and the entire section constructed within a three-year span, this is about as consistent a housing stock as you will find in an older Tampa subdivision. Floor plans, lot sizing, and general construction methods tend to track closely from block to block, which simplifies comparisons for buyers but also means updates and renovations are usually what separates one listing from another rather than size or design.
No community amenities show up in current MLS listings for this section, which suggests this is a straightforward residential pocket rather than one built around a clubhouse, pool, or organized common area. That keeps carrying costs simpler and puts the focus squarely on the home itself, its lot, and its proximity to the surrounding North Lakes area.
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.
Why work with Momentum here
In a section this small, with only 103 homes and a high share of long-held properties, new listings do not surface often and rarely stay generic for long. We track this pocket of North Lakes closely enough to flag a listing the moment it hits, and to help you read what an early-1980s build actually needs in terms of condition and updates before you write an offer.
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.
Tools for a North Lakes buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed North Lakes sales matched to your home.
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 33618)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2012 (3 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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