Sunset Highlands Uni
Homes for Sale in Clearwater, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
As of September 2026, the MLS records 9 closed sales in Sunset Highlands Uni in Clearwater, FL since 2004, the most recent in February 2025. Across Clearwater as a whole, 1,267 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $315,000, 49 median days on market, with 393 homes for sale today. At that median and Pinellas County's FY2025-26 rate of 19.39 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,110 ($5,290 with the full homestead exemption).
Sunset Highlands Uni is an older Clearwater neighborhood by the numbers: a median year built of 1959 against a full range that stretches to 2023, meaning the inventory is a mix of original mid-century construction and scattered newer or heavily rebuilt homes. That spread is the main pricing variable here — condition and renovation history will separate comparable listings far more than lot size or address ever will.
A homestead share of 62.9% points to a base of owner-occupied housing rather than a market dominated by short-term rentals or investor churn. For sellers, that tends to support steadier list-to-close timelines. For buyers, it means fewer distressed or turnkey-investor flips to pick through — most homes coming to market reflect long-term ownership, so expect to budget for updates rather than assume recent renovation.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Sunset Highlands Uni 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
With 470 homes and a median living area of 1,664 square feet, this is a modest-footprint, single-family pocket of Clearwater where the building stock spans more than a century — from homes built at the turn of the 20th century to recent construction, with the typical home dating to 1959.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 11 homes in Sunset Highlands Uni that have changed hands since 2004, built between 1957 and 1978 (median 1959), with a median living area of about 1,619 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-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 Sunset Highlands Uni is best for.
Best for
- Buyers seeking a modest-footprint single-family home in Clearwater without amenity fees
- Buyers willing to take on a renovation project in exchange for an older home's structure and lot
- Buyers prioritizing owner-occupied surroundings over rental-heavy inventory
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a turnkey home with no condition variability to assess
- Buyers specifically shopping for community amenities like a pool or clubhouse
- Buyers who prefer uniform, single-era construction across the neighborhood
The market around Sunset Highlands Uni
Sunset Highlands Uni is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33755, 160 homes are on the market and 19% are under contract — a steady corner of Clearwater.
Across Pinellas County, 6,628 homes are active and 1,729 pending (21% under contract).
In ZIP 33755 (Clearwater), 512 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $280K ($242/sq ft), down 5.6% year over year, with a median 52 days on market. Right now 57 active and 18 pending listings put supply at about 3.8 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33755 housing market and the Pinellas County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Sunset Highlands Uni specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Sunset Highlands Uni by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Sunset Highlands Uni subdivision: 11 homes on record; built 1957–1978; typical size about 1,619 heated sq ft; 3 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | $115,000 |
| 2009 | 3 | $112,000 |
| 2011 | 1 | $61,000 |
| 2015 | 1 | $156,000 |
| 2022 | 1 | $220,000 |
| 2024 | 1 | $380,000 |
Newest recorded sale: $380,000 on 2024-06-18.
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 Sunset Highlands Uni buying strategy.
If we were buying in Sunset Highlands Uni 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 Sunset Highlands Uni.
A mid-century base with room for renovation upside
The defining fact in Sunset Highlands Uni is the gap between the median year built (1959) and the top of the range (2023). That is not a neighborhood built out in one era — it is one that has been infilled and rebuilt in pieces over decades. Buyers should expect to evaluate each home on its own renovation history rather than assume a uniform condition across the community.
No community amenities are identified from current MLS listings, so this is not a market where clubhouse access, pools, or recreational facilities factor into pricing. Value here is driven by the home itself — square footage, lot, and updates — plus its location within Clearwater and Pinellas County, not by shared amenity infrastructure.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Sunset Highlands Uni. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a market this age-diverse — homes from 1900 through 2023 sitting side by side — pricing a property correctly means knowing which comparable sales reflect original construction and which reflect a rebuild. We pull that history before we set a number, whether you are buying or listing.
Sunset Highlands Uni 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.
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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 2004 (9 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 Sunset Highlands Uni. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 33755; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.
- Clearwater High · Public · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 3 nearby communities)
- Skycrest Elementary · Public · FLDOE grade A (assigned to 2 nearby communities)
- Clearwater High School · High · FLDOE grade A (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 Sunset Highlands Uni
Where is Sunset Highlands Uni?
Sunset Highlands Uni is a community in Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida, ZIP 33755.
How many homes are in Sunset Highlands Uni?
County property records list 11 homes in Sunset Highlands Uni, built between 1957 and 1978; the typical home is about 1,619 heated square feet.
What do homes in Sunset Highlands Uni sell for?
Sunset Highlands Uni has no MLS sales in the last 12 months. The most recent year with recorded sales on file is 2024 (1 sale, median $380,000). For context, ZIP 33755 has 160 homes on the market with 19% under contract.
Are there homes for sale in Sunset Highlands Uni right now?
No active listings inside Sunset Highlands Uni at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.
Does Sunset Highlands Uni have an HOA or CDD?
No HOA is on record for Sunset Highlands Uni 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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