Plandome Heights in Tampa

Plandome Heights Homes for Sale in Tampa, FL

Mid-century subdivision · Hillsborough County · ZIP 33612

An established mid-century pocket of North Tampa, close-in value near Copeland Park and the USF area.

North Tampa valueClose to USF areaMid-century block homes
Live Market Pulse
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Momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Plandome Heights is a small established subdivision of individual homes, so the honest read is house by house on roof, systems, and condition, not one neighborhood average.
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LiveMarket PulseStellar MLS
$267K
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Seller Leverage
$233/sf
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Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Plandome Heights is a value pocket, not a master plan, so the read is different from a gated community: it is a compact grid of mid-century block-built single-family homes in North Tampa, where condition, roof age, and insurability drive the number far more than the Plandome Heights name. Most homes here trace to the 1950s and 1960s, so an honest renovation and insurance read on roof, electrical, and plumbing is the core of the work. The upside is location, close to Copeland Park, Busch Gardens, the USF University area, and the I-275 corridor, at entry pricing for the city. Your leverage is buying condition right and verifying the flood zone and any fees parcel by parcel."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Plandome Heights market snapshot (as of June 25, 2026): the median sale price is about $267K ($233 per sq ft), a buyer-leaning market (limited data). Based on 6 recent closings in live Stellar MLS data.

Plandome Heights is an established mid-century single-family subdivision in North Tampa, Hillsborough County, inside ZIP 33612. It sits near Copeland Park, a short distance from Busch Gardens and the University of South Florida area, with quick reach to the I-275 corridor (Tampa real estate and neighborhood guides, 2026).

The housing stock is largely block-built single-family homes from the 1950s and 1960s on city lots, the kind of close-in, modest construction that defines much of North Tampa. Records on individual sales in the area show original build years commonly in the mid-1950s, so condition, roof age, and systems are the heart of the value read (public listing records via Redfin and Zillow, 2025 to 2026).

The Plandome Heights name covers individual homes in varied condition, so the money is made or lost on the specific parcel and an honest read of roof, electrical, plumbing, and insurability, not the headline price. Some homes have been updated; others are original and need work.

The pitch is close-in value: Plandome Heights offers some of the more affordable established entry pricing in the city, with Copeland Park amenities, Busch Gardens, the USF area, and I-275 access nearby. The work is reading condition honestly and verifying the flood zone, the roof, and any fees before you fall for a price.

Best for

  • Value buyers who want close-in North Tampa at entry pricing
  • Buyers comfortable budgeting renovation and insurance on an older home
  • Commuters and students who want quick reach to USF and the I-275 corridor
  • Buyers who will read roof, systems, and condition parcel by parcel

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a gated, amenity-dense master plan feel
  • Anyone unwilling to verify roof, systems, and flood zone per home
  • Buyers who need new construction and a builder warranty
  • Buyers expecting uniform housing stock and finishes across the area

How Plandome Heights is performing right now

50/100
momentum
Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
0Months of supplytight
56Median days on marketdays
0 : 0Under contract vs for salestrong demand
6Sold 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 25, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Plandome Heights 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 Plandome Heights buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Plandome Heights

Live MLS inventory for Plandome Heights. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

No homes are actively for sale in Plandome Heights right now, so its recent closed sales are shown, as of 2026-06-25, priced high to low. Listings courtesy of Stellar MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.. Tap any home to ask about it.

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

Plandome Heights trades older housing stock for close-in North Tampa value, with Copeland Park, Busch Gardens, the USF area, and the I-275 corridor all a short drive away.

Copeland Park~3 to 5 min · recreation and trails
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay~5 to 10 min · same ZIP area
University of South Florida area~10 to 15 min · USF and University area
I-275 corridor~5 to 10 min · interstate access
Downtown Tampa~20 to 25 min · via I-275
Tampa International Airport~20 to 30 min · via I-275
AdventHealth Tampa~10 min · nearby hospital

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

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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
Plandome Heights (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

Plandome Heights 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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Public

Forest Hills Elementary (33612, verify zoning)

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The takeaway

What is actually shaping value around Plandome Heights: the USF area redevelopment and stadium build-out, North Tampa community investment, and the condition-driven dynamics of older mid-century stock. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Plandome Heights

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

Net OutlookBullishThe USF area build-out and North Tampa investment point to steady demand for close-in value, with the watch item being how roof, systems, and insurance costs affect older-home affordability.

USF Fletcher District mixed-use redevelopment

2025 to 2026
BullishMajor impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

A large mixed-use redevelopment of the former golf course site near USF adds housing, retail, and research space, strengthening the close-in North Tampa location case.

USF on-campus football stadium build-out

2026
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

A new on-campus stadium and athletic complex rising near USF anchors investment and activity in the broader University area.

University area community investment

2025
BullishNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Grant-funded revitalization and affordable housing work in the University area supports services and stability around the close-in North Tampa market.

Older mid-century stock means condition risk

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Most homes here are 1950s and 1960s block construction, so roof, electrical, plumbing, and insurability drive value and have to be read per home.

Parcel-level flood exposure in North Tampa

Ongoing
NeutralNotable impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Flood zones vary by parcel across North Tampa, making the FEMA check and insurance quote essential diligence on any 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 Plandome Heights, 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. September 2025
    Development

    USF advances Fletcher District mixed-use redevelopment near campus

    USF moved forward with plans to redevelop a former golf course site near campus into a large mixed-use district with housing, retail, hospitality, and research space, with a groundbreaking planned for early 2026. Why it matters: Major investment near USF strengthens the close-in location case for North Tampa value pockets like Plandome Heights. Source

  2. May 2026
    Development

    USF on-campus football stadium rises near the University area

    Officials gave a look at progress on the on-campus football stadium and athletic complex near USF, with thousands of tons of structural steel installed as the project advanced toward a 2027 opening. Why it matters: A rising stadium and athletic complex anchors long-term activity and investment in the broader University area. Source

  3. January 2025
    Community

    University Area CDC secures EPA grant for North Tampa revitalization

    The University Area Community Development Corporation, with USF and Hillsborough County, secured a multimillion-dollar EPA grant to support revitalization and an economic development center in the University area. Why it matters: Sustained community investment supports services and stability around close-in North Tampa neighborhoods. 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 Plandome Heights, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Read the home, not the name. Plandome Heights is individual mid-century homes in varied condition, so the specific parcel sets the floor on value.

2

Quote the roof and systems early. On a 1950s or 1960s block home, roof age, electrical, and plumbing drive both the renovation budget and the insurance premium.

3

Verify the flood zone for the exact parcel. Flood exposure in North Tampa is parcel specific, so run the FEMA map and an insurance quote before you offer.

4

Confirm any HOA or special assessment. Older platted subdivisions like this often carry no mandatory HOA, but confirm the exact lines for the specific parcel.

5

Use the location context, and cross-shop the nearby North Side Homes if you are weighing similar close-in North Tampa value.

Best Buy
An updated mid-century block home on a dry, well-located lot
Biggest Risk
Underbudgeting roof, electrical, plumbing, and insurance on an original home
Best Lot
A higher, drier parcel outside the flood zone
Smart Timing
Confirm the flood zone, the roof, and any fees before you offer
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

Plandome Heights is an established North Tampa subdivision rather than an amenity community, so the lifestyle is close-in city living near public recreation. Copeland Park, a short distance away, offers a recreation center, pool, indoor and outdoor basketball, tennis courts, playgrounds, and walking and nature trails. Busch Gardens and Adventure Island are nearby, the USF University area is a short drive north, and the I-275 corridor carries you toward downtown Tampa. Confirm any specific home's condition, flood zone, and obligations before you buy.

The takeaway

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

The Original Entry
$160K to $235K

Original mid-century block homes that need work, where condition and roof age drive value. The affordable way into this part of the city.

Lowest entry
The Updated Core
$235K to $347K

Renovated mid-century homes on solid, well-located lots, the heart of the resale market in the subdivision.

Most inventory
The Top
$347K to $350K

Fully updated homes on the best lots in the pocket, the homes that hold value best here.

Strongest resale

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

$160K to $235K
The Original Entry
Original mid-century block homes that need work, where condition and roof age drive value. The affordable way into this part of the city.
$235K to $347K
The Updated Core
Renovated mid-century homes on solid, well-located lots, the heart of the resale market in the subdivision.
$347K to $350K
The Top
Fully updated homes on the best lots in the pocket, the homes that hold value best here.

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.

Roof age and conditionOften original, budget replacement
Electrical and plumbingMid-century systems, verify updates
Block constructionDurable block-built shells
InsurabilityDriven by roof age and wind mitigation
Cosmetic updatesKitchens and baths vary by home

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 Plandome Heights

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 Plandome Heights name spans original 1950s homes and updated ones. The deal is won or lost on the specific parcel and the roof, systems, and insurance math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.0B · Buy Score
Resale Strength6.8/10
Renovation Risk5.8/10
Location Efficiency7.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility6.6/10
Carrying Cost Advantage8.0/10

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 Plandome Heights 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
  • Higher, drier parcels outside the flood zone hold value
  • Verify the FEMA flood zone for the exact address
  • City lots, confirm setbacks and any easements
  • Older platted lots often carry no mandatory HOA
  • Read the lot and flood picture before the finishes

In a close-in value pocket like Plandome Heights, the parcel is the part of your money the market protects. Higher, drier lots outside the flood zone, and lots on the more sought-after streets, hold value better than low-lying or less-desirable parcels. The house can be renovated; the flood zone and the location cannot. Read the parcel and the flood map first, then price the condition of the home against it.

Plandome Heights in 15 seconds.

Best forValue buyers who want close-in North Tampa near the USF area at entry pricing.
Biggest advantageLocation and entry pricing, close to Copeland Park, Busch Gardens, USF, and I-275.
Biggest riskRoof, electrical, plumbing, and insurance on older homes, plus parcel-level flood exposure.
Sweet spotAn updated mid-century block home on a dry, well-located lot, matched honestly to comps.
Avoid ifYou want a gated master plan, new construction, or uniform finishes.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Older platted subdivision, often no mandatory HOA
  • Confirm any voluntary association or assessment per parcel
  • No community amenity dues in most cases
  • Flood zone is parcel specific, check FEMA and insurance
  • Budget a roof and systems reserve on older homes

Plandome Heights is an older platted subdivision of individual homes, so many parcels carry no mandatory HOA and no CDD. Confirm the exact lines for the specific parcel, since any voluntary association or special assessment can vary.

Where no HOA exists, common-area upkeep falls to the city and county, and there are no community amenity dues. Copeland Park nearby provides public recreation. Confirm any specific parcel's obligations before you buy.

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 Plandome Heights, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping North Side Homes, 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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Plandome Heights Market Scorecard

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Typical home value in the 33612 ZIP is $291,138, about 33.5% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, 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 Plandome Heights, Florida?
Plandome Heights is an established subdivision in North Tampa, Hillsborough County, inside ZIP 33612, near Copeland Park, Busch Gardens, and the University of South Florida area.
Is Plandome Heights a good place to buy for value?
It is one of the more affordable close-in established pockets in the city, with entry pricing supported by its North Tampa location. Value comes with older housing stock, so condition matters.
When were homes in Plandome Heights built?
Most homes trace to the 1950s and 1960s, with public listing records in the area commonly showing build years in the mid-1950s. Confirm the exact build year per home.
What kind of homes are in Plandome Heights?
The stock is largely block-built single-family homes on city lots, the modest mid-century construction common across North Tampa. Condition and updates vary house by house.
Does Plandome Heights have HOA fees?
As an older platted subdivision of individual homes, many parcels carry no mandatory HOA or CDD. Confirm the exact fees and any assessment for a specific home.
How close is Plandome Heights to Busch Gardens?
Busch Gardens sits nearby in the same ZIP, a short drive from the subdivision. Adventure Island is adjacent to Busch Gardens. Confirm the route for your specific home.
How close is Plandome Heights to USF?
The University of South Florida area is a short drive north, which is part of the close-in appeal for students, staff, and value buyers. Drive times vary with traffic.
What park is near Plandome Heights?
Copeland Park is nearby, offering a recreation center, pool, courts, playgrounds, and trails. It is one of the draws of this North Tampa location.
Should I worry about flood zones in Plandome Heights?
Flood exposure is parcel specific across North Tampa. Always run the FEMA flood zone and an insurance quote for the exact address during diligence.
What schools serve Plandome Heights?
Plandome Heights is part of Hillsborough County Public Schools. Forest Hills Elementary is in the same ZIP. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home.
Is Plandome Heights a good investment?
Close-in location and entry pricing support demand, but this is a condition-driven market with older stock. As with any older-home market, roof, systems, and insurability drive the outcome; this is not a guarantee of future value.
Why does Plandome Heights pricing vary?
Because the subdivision spans original 1950s homes and updated ones in varied condition. The specific home and its condition, not the Plandome Heights name, set the price.
How is the commute from Plandome Heights to downtown Tampa?
The I-275 corridor is the fast route into downtown Tampa, with the area roughly northeast of the city center. Drive times depend on your exact start point and the time of day.
Is there new construction in Plandome Heights?
This is an established, largely built-out subdivision, so most activity is resale and renovation rather than new construction. Confirm the build year and any recent updates per home.
Value buyers who want close-in North Tampa at entry pricingExcellent fit
Buyers comfortable budgeting renovation and insurance on an older homeExcellent fit
Commuters and students who want quick reach to USF and I-275Excellent fit
Buyers who will read roof, systems, and condition per parcelExcellent fit
Buyers who value Copeland Park and Busch Gardens area accessExcellent fit
Buyers who want one gated, amenity-dense master planProbably not
Anyone unwilling to verify roof, systems, and flood zone per homeProbably not
Buyers who need new construction and a builder warrantyProbably not
Buyers expecting uniform housing stock and finishesProbably not
Buyers unwilling to budget roof and systems work on older homesProbably not

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