Orange River Estates Unit 1 A
Homes for Sale in Temple Terrace, FL

Community in Temple Terrace · Hillsborough County
107 homesBuilt 1965–1987
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Ownership and context
63%
Owner-occupied · Orange River Estates Unit 1 A
67 of 107 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
37%
Non-owner-occupied · Orange River Estates Unit 1 A
incl. 17% trust or LLC-held · 10% out-of-state
107
Homes in the community
107 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 21 years of records
Est. 1965
Community established
homes built 1965-1987, median 1983 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2024
peaked at 2 in 2007
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Orange River Estates Unit 1 A is a small, fixed-inventory subdivision of 107 homes, so what moves the needle here is condition and updates rather than any amenity package or floor-plan variety. With a median living area of 1,442 square feet and a build era spanning 1965 to 1987 (median 1983), the housing stock is fairly consistent in scale but will vary widely in how much has been touched since the original construction.

About six in ten homes here carry a homestead exemption, which tells you this is a base of owner-occupied housing rather than a rotating rental or investor pool. For sellers, that generally means less competing inventory turning over at once; for buyers, it means patience may be required for the right listing to surface rather than assuming a steady stream of comparable options.

Best for

  • Buyers prioritizing a stable, owner-occupied subdivision over amenity access.
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating each home individually given the wide build-year spread.
  • Buyers seeking a moderate-footprint home in Temple Terrace without HOA-run facilities.

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want new construction or a consistently modern build era.
  • Buyers expecting community amenities like a pool or clubhouse included.
  • Buyers who need a large pool of active listings to choose from at any given time.

The market around Orange River Estates Unit 1 A

Orange River Estates Unit 1 A is a small community — 10 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2024 — 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 Orange River Estates Unit 1 A specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Orange River Estates Unit 1 A 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 Orange River Estates Unit 1 A.

Best Buy
Buyers who want an established Temple Terrace subdivision without amenity fees or HOA-run facilities.
Biggest Risk
Homes span a 20+ year build range, so condition and system age can differ sharply from one listing to the next.
Sweet Spot
A move-in-ready or lightly updated single-family home near the 1,442 sqft median, priced on its own merits.
Avoid If
You want a community with pools, clubhouses, or other shared amenities included in the purchase.

A fixed footprint, not a growth story

With only 107 homes and a build range concentrated between 1965 and 1987, this is not a subdivision where new construction or phased development will change the character or supply. What exists today is close to what will exist going forward, which puts the focus squarely on individual home condition, lot specifics, and whatever renovation history a given listing carries.

The median living area of 1,442 square feet suggests a footprint suited to buyers who want a manageable home rather than maximum square footage. Because no community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, this reads as a straightforward residential subdivision without pool, clubhouse, or recreational infrastructure factored into value or upkeep.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Orange River Estates Unit 1 A. 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 small, fixed-inventory subdivision like this, knowing which homes have been meaningfully updated versus left original matters more than broad market data. We track listings here closely enough to tell you, house by house, what you are actually buying into.

Orange River Estates Unit 1 A in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an established Temple Terrace subdivision without amenity fees or HOA-run facilities.
Biggest advantageA stable, owner-occupied base with limited inventory turnover to compete against.
Biggest riskHomes span a 20+ year build range, so condition and system age can differ sharply from one listing to the next.
Sweet spotA move-in-ready or lightly updated single-family home near the 1,442 sqft median, priced on its own merits.
Avoid ifYou want a community with pools, clubhouses, or other shared amenities included in the purchase.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • 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 Orange River Estates Unit 1 A sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Orange River Estates Unit 1 A?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 107 homes in Orange River Estates Unit 1 A (public records).
What share of Orange River Estates Unit 1 A is owner-occupied?
63% of Orange River Estates Unit 1 A parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Orange River Estates Unit 1 A built?
Homes in Orange River Estates Unit 1 A were built between 1965 and 1987, with a median year built of 1983 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Orange River Estates Unit 1 A?
The best agent for Orange River Estates Unit 1 A is one who actively works Temple Terrace 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 Orange River Estates Unit 1 A.
How do I find a top Temple Terrace real estate agent who knows Orange River Estates Unit 1 A?
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 Orange River Estates Unit 1 A and the wider Temple Terrace area.
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Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Orange River Estates Unit 1 A purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers prioritizing a stable, owner-occupied subdivision over amenity access.Excellent fit
Buyers comfortable evaluating each home individually given the wide build-year spread.Excellent fit
Buyers seeking a moderate-footprint home in Temple Terrace without HOA-run facilities.Excellent fit
Buyers who want new construction or a consistently modern build era.Probably not
Buyers expecting community amenities like a pool or clubhouse included.Probably not
Buyers who need a large pool of active listings to choose from at any given time.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 33637))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2005 (5 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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