River Rapids
Homes for Sale in Brandon, FL
All 317 homes for sale in Brandon, FL · median $366,343 · 85 homes for sale in 33511 · Hillsborough County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of September 2026, the MLS records 6 closed sales in River Rapids Sub in Brandon, FL since 2018, the most recent in July 2026. Across Brandon as a whole, 378 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $375,000, 36 median days on market, with 99 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $5,900 ($5,270 with the full homestead exemption).
River Rapids is trading with a median price of $502,000 and a median of $145 per square foot, which points to larger floor plans rather than premium finish-out driving the number. With only three closings in this snapshot, treat the median as a directional read, not a settled price ceiling or floor.
A 17-day median days-on-market tells you homes that are priced and presented correctly are not sitting. For sellers, that argues for pricing at or near recent comparables rather than testing the upside. For buyers, it means the window to negotiate softens quickly once a listing goes live, so financing and inspection logistics need to be lined up before you write an offer, not after.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside River RapidsHomes for Sale in Brandon, FL 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
River Rapids is a Brandon community in Hillsborough County where recent sales have moved briskly, with a median price of $502,000 on a limited but active set of closings.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 11 homes in River Rapids that have changed hands since 2006, built between 1978 and 1998 (median 1981), with a median living area of about 3,126 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 3-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: Stellar MLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.
County records show 3 qualified sales in River Rapids across 2024–2025 (2 in 2024, 1 in 2025), median $490,400 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
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 River Rapids is best for.
Best for
- Buyers prioritizing square footage over per-square-foot polish, given the $145 median price per square foot.
- Buyers prepared to move decisively once a listing hits, given the 17-day median days-on-market.
- Sellers comfortable pricing close to recent comparables rather than testing significantly above them, given the thin closing sample.
Probably not for
- Buyers who need confirmed, documented community amenities before writing an offer.
- Buyers who want a large pool of recent comparable sales to lean on before setting a price.
- Sellers expecting an extended, multi-week negotiation window in the current pace of sales.
The market around River Rapids
River Rapids is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33511, 225 homes are on the market and 30% are under contract — a steady corner of Brandon.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,274 homes are active and 1,939 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 33511 (Brandon), 1,437 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $415K ($242/sq ft), up 2.3% year over year, with a median 31 days on market. Right now 76 active and 20 pending listings put supply at about 2.8 months — a healthy market. See the live ZIP 33511 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not River Rapids specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
River Rapids by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the River Rapids subdivision: 8 homes on record; built 1978–1998; typical size about 3,336 heated sq ft; 4 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | $720,000 |
| 2019 | 1 | $325,000 |
| 2020 | 1 | $565,000 |
| 2021 | 1 | $465,000 |
| 2024 | 1 | $760,000 |
| 2026 | 2 | $543,500 |
Newest recorded sale: $585,000 on 2026-07-02.
Recorded data as of 2026-09-12; counts cover addresses tagged to this subdivision in the public record, not every parcel. Not an appraisal.
The River Rapids buying strategy.
If we were buying in River Rapids 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 River Rapids.
What the numbers are actually saying
The $145 median price per square foot is the number worth sitting with. Relative to the $502,000 median price, it implies homes here tend toward larger square footage rather than top-dollar upgrades, which is useful context if you're comparing this community to a smaller-footprint neighborhood with a similar headline price.
Current MLS listings do not identify community amenities for River Rapids. That is not a judgment on the neighborhood, it is a gap in what's documented in the feed as of this snapshot, and it means any amenity claims should be verified in person or through the HOA rather than assumed from marketing material.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in River Rapids. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
With a small closing sample and a fast-moving days-on-market number, the read on River Rapids can shift quickly as new data comes in. We track the feed in real time rather than leaning on a stale market report, so pricing conversations and offer strategy reflect what is actually happening on the ground this month, not last quarter.
River Rapids 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 River Rapids buy.
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Data sources & freshness
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2018 (6 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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Schools serving nearby communities
We do not have a confirmed school assignment for River Rapids. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 33511; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.
- Burns Middle School · Public · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 3 nearby communities)
- Bloomingdale High School · Public · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 3 nearby communities)
- Kingswood Elementary School · Elementary · FLDOE grade C (assigned to 2 nearby communities)
Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).
Common questions about River Rapids
Where is River Rapids?
River Rapids is a community in Brandon, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33511.
How many homes are in River Rapids?
County property records list 8 homes in River Rapids, built between 1978 and 1998; the typical home is about 3,336 heated square feet.
What do homes in River Rapids sell for?
River Rapids has no MLS sales in the last 12 months. The most recent year with recorded sales on file is 2026 (2 sales, median $543,500). For context, ZIP 33511 has 225 homes on the market with 30% under contract.
Are there homes for sale in River Rapids right now?
No active listings inside River Rapids at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does River Rapids have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for River Rapids in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Answers are generated from county property records, MLS feeds and the figures on this page, as of the page date; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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