River Terrace Estates
Homes for Sale in Temple Terrace, FL
All 88 homes for sale in Temple Terrace, FL · median $349,500 · 52 homes for sale in 33617 · Hillsborough County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of October 2026, the MLS records 5 closed sales in River Terrace Estates in Temple Terrace, FL since 2015, the most recent in October 2025. Across Temple Terrace as a whole, 184 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $402,500, 40 median days on market, with 74 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,330 ($5,710 with the full homestead exemption).
There is no active MLS pricing signal for River Terrace Estates in this snapshot, which itself tells you something: this is not a high-turnover community. When a neighborhood produces no current listings, pricing gets set the old-fashioned way, by direct comparison to the last few closed sales in Temple Terrace rather than by a live pool of competing homes.
For a buyer, that means patience and a willingness to work off-market or pre-market leads rather than expecting a shelf of active listings to compare. For a seller, it means less competition for attention if something does come up, but also no crowd of recent comps to lean on when setting a number. Either way, this is a market you approach through a local agent's relationships, not a portal search.
Figures in this note are as of July 22, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside River Terrace EstatesHomes for Sale in Temple Terrace, 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 Terrace Estates sits in Temple Terrace, Hillsborough County, and at this snapshot has no active MLS listings to draw a market picture from. That absence of inventory is itself the market condition to know going in.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 7 homes in River Terrace Estates that have changed hands since 2014, built between 1983 and 2004 (median 1988), with a median living area of about 3,266 sq ft and a typical 5-bedroom, 3.5-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.
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 Terrace Estates is best for.
Best for
- A buyer set on Temple Terrace specifically, patient enough to wait for the right listing to surface
- A buyer working through an agent's off-market network rather than relying on active MLS search results
- A seller comfortable pricing off direct comparison to past sales rather than current competing listings
Probably not for
- A buyer who wants to tour and compare several active homes before making a decision
- A buyer on a tight timeline who cannot wait for inventory to appear
- A seller expecting amenity-driven marketing, none are currently identified for this community
The market around River Terrace Estates
River Terrace Estates is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33617, 189 homes are on the market and 23% are under contract — a steady corner of Temple Terrace.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,274 homes are active and 1,939 pending (24% under contract).
In ZIP 33617 (Temple Terrace), 441 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $332K ($223/sq ft), down 0.7% year over year, with a median 35 days on market. Right now 85 active and 29 pending listings put supply at about 3.8 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33617 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not River Terrace Estates specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
The River Terrace Estates buying strategy.
If we were buying in River Terrace Estates 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 Terrace Estates.
A community without a current market
The MLS feed shows no active listings and no identified community amenities for River Terrace Estates as of this snapshot. That is not a defect in the data, it is a description of the neighborhood's current state: quiet, with nothing on the market to evaluate against.
Practically, this means anyone interested in River Terrace Estates should treat it as a watch-and-wait community. There is nothing here to compare unit sizes, lot types, or condition against right now. When something does list, it will likely set the tone for pricing in the area until more inventory follows.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in River Terrace Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a community with no active listings, the value of a broker is in the relationships and the willingness to track it patiently rather than wait for a portal alert. We keep an eye on Temple Terrace at the parcel level and can tell you the moment something in River Terrace Estates comes up, plus how it compares to what has closed there before.
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HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
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Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Stellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 19, 2026) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2015 (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.
Recent Developments in River Terrace Estates
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting River Terrace Estates, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated October 2026.
- August 2026Development
AECOM Hunt selected as construction manager for proposed $2.3 billion Rays ballpark in Tampa
AECOM Hunt joined the design team led by Populous for the proposed ballpark on a site that includes Hillsborough College property. The stadium would have at least 28,000 fixed seats, with a construction start targeted for September 2026 and completion by late 2028. Tampa's public contribution is up to $80 million and financing is not finalized.
What it may mean for the marketA large ballpark and surrounding mixed-use district would add construction jobs, event traffic and retail demand on the Dale Mabry corridor. The site is about 8 miles southwest of River Terrace Estates.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - August 2026Infrastructure
Four firms vie to build Tampa International Airport's $150 million control tower
TPA narrowed the field to four builders for a new blast-resistant air traffic control tower on about 2 acres northwest of the main terminal. The budget is about $150 million, with board selection expected Oct. 1 and substantial completion targeted for March 2029.
What it may mean for the marketAirport capital spending supports construction employment and long-term air service capacity for the region. The site is about 10 miles southwest of River Terrace Estates.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - August 2026Development
ONE Tampa condo tower tops out at 42 stories with nearly 70% of units sold
Kolter Urban's 42-story tower at North Ashley Drive and East Twiggs Street has 225 residences and is capped at 649 feet by aviation limits. Closings are expected to begin in the third quarter of 2027. About 5,000 square feet of ground-floor restaurant space is planned.
What it may mean for the marketNew downtown condo inventory and ground-floor dining add housing choices and walkable amenities near Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park. The project is about 8 miles southwest of River Terrace Estates, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - July 2026Development
33-story tower planned for Water Street Tampa expansion
Strategic Property Partners plans a 33-story mixed use tower at Water Street and Cumberland Avenue in downtown Tampa on a 1.9-acre site. The building would hold 452 residential units ranging from studios to three bedrooms plus about 37,000 square feet of retail and 645 parking spaces. Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2027 with completion targeted for 2029.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a 33 story tower with 452 residential units and ground floor retail to the downtown Tampa market, continuing the buildout of the Water Street district and expanding high rise housing supply. The project is about 8 miles southwest of River Terrace Estates, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Florida YIMBY - July 2026Development
Mercy Oaks II affordable apartments open on North Florida Avenue
Catholic Charities, with the City of Tampa and Hillsborough County, completed Mercy Oaks II, a 17-unit affordable apartment building on North Florida Avenue in East Tampa built on the site of a former strip mall. The project includes 15 one-bedroom and two two-bedroom units, with seven units serving households up to 80 percent of area median income and ten up to 50 percent. It was supported by 1.25 million dollars in state SHIP funds from the city and sits next to the 20-unit Mercy Oaks I completed in 2022.
What it may mean for the marketAdds 17 income restricted apartments on a former strip mall site, expanding the affordable rental supply and converting vacant commercial land to housing. The project is about 5 miles west of River Terrace Estates, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: City of Tampa - July 2026Builder Activity
First 3D-printed affordable home nears completion in East Tampa
The nonprofit Corporation to Develop Communities of Tampa is completing Tampa's first 3D-printed affordable home on Lurline Circle in East Tampa, using a gantry-style printer that layers concrete for the walls. The house is expected to be finished within weeks and listed for sale in about two months, with down payment assistance and first time homebuyer programs available. The effort is part of a broader CDC initiative that includes more than 90 multifamily units in East Tampa.
What it may mean for the marketIntroduces 3D concrete printing construction to the local for sale housing market, with a new single family home and additional multifamily units planned. The method signals a new building technique entering the area home supply. The project is about 4 miles southwest of River Terrace Estates, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Bay News 9
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.
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Schools serving nearby communities
We do not have a confirmed school assignment for River Terrace Estates. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 33617; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.
- Hillsborough High School · Public · FLDOE grade B (assigned to 2 nearby communities)
- Greco Middle School · Middle (assigned to 2 nearby communities)
- King High School · High · 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).
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Common questions about River Terrace Estates
Where is River Terrace Estates?
River Terrace Estates is a community in Temple Terrace, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33617.
Are there homes for sale in River Terrace Estates right now?
No active listings inside River Terrace Estates 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 Terrace Estates have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for River Terrace Estates in our data. Verify dues, what they cover, and any special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
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River Terrace Estates Market Scorecard
River Terrace Estates is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.
Typical home value in the 33617 ZIP is $301,269, about 24.1% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).
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Live data: realMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.