Sweetwater Sub Second Add
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Community in Tampa · Hillsborough County
112 homesBuilt 1979–1992
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Ownership and context
79%
Owner-occupied · Sweetwater Sub Second Add
89 of 113 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
21%
Non-owner-occupied · Sweetwater Sub Second Add
incl. 0% trust or LLC-held · 1% out-of-state
112
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 113 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 2 years of records
Est. 1979
Community established
homes built 1979-1992, median 1983 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2025
peaked at 1 in 2021
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Sweetwater Sub Second Add is a compact pocket of 112 homes built out mostly in the early-to-mid 1980s, with a median construction year of 1983. What stands out is the size of these houses: a median of 3,250 square feet of living area is large for a subdivision of this era, and that scale — not any amenity package — is the primary driver of value here. Buyers are paying for square footage and lot maturity, not a clubhouse.

With no community amenities identified from current MLS listings, this is a straightforward single-family subdivision rather than an amenitized development. About 79% of homes carry a homestead exemption, indicating most owners treat these as primary residences rather than rentals or second homes. For sellers, that owner-occupancy pattern generally means better-maintained interiors on average; for buyers, it means fewer investor-flip listings and more homes with long tenure, so expect to evaluate original systems and finishes on a case-by-case basis.

Best for

  • A buyer wanting a larger single-family floor plan in an established Tampa subdivision without amenity-driven HOA costs
  • A buyer comfortable evaluating 1980s-era construction and budgeting for system updates as needed
  • A buyer who values lot and interior square footage over recreational infrastructure

Probably not for

  • A buyer who wants a pool, clubhouse, or other organized community amenity as part of the purchase
  • A buyer seeking new or near-new construction rather than a home built between 1979 and 1992
  • An investor expecting a high-turnover rental market, given the majority-homestead ownership pattern here

The market around Sweetwater Sub Second Add

Sweetwater Sub Second Add is a small community — 3 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2025 — 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 Sweetwater Sub Second Add specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Sweetwater Sub Second Add 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 Sweetwater Sub Second Add.

Best Buy
Buyers who want larger square footage in an established Tampa subdivision without paying for amenity infrastructure.
Biggest Risk
Homes built between 1979 and 1992 will vary widely in updated systems and finishes, so condition diligence matters more than the address.
Sweet Spot
Buyers prioritizing interior and lot space over a clubhouse, pool, or organized community amenities.
Avoid If
You are specifically shopping for a subdivision with active shared amenities — none are identified here.

Size Over Amenities

The defining fact about Sweetwater Sub Second Add is square footage. A median of 3,250 square feet puts these homes well above what you'd typically find in a subdivision built in this window, which usually signals larger lots and more formal floor plans — multiple living areas, larger primary suites, and garages sized for the era's larger families rather than starter-home footprints.

There is no community amenity package identified from current MLS data — no pool, clubhouse, or recreational facility tied to the neighborhood. That absence simplifies the value equation: what you're buying is the house and its lot, not a bundle of shared infrastructure or an HOA-run amenity center. Combined with a homestead share near 79%, this reads as a settled, owner-occupied subdivision where turnover is driven by life changes rather than investment cycling.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Sweetwater Sub Second Add. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A subdivision this size, with homes spanning more than a decade of construction and no amenity data to lean on, rewards someone who actually pulls the comps rather than relying on a neighborhood-wide average. We look at each listing's condition, layout, and lot against what's actually closed nearby, so you're pricing the house in front of you — not a generic subdivision figure.

Sweetwater Sub Second Add in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want larger square footage in an established Tampa subdivision without paying for amenity infrastructure.
Biggest advantageHomes here run well above typical median size for their construction era, which is unusual value for the footprint.
Biggest riskHomes built between 1979 and 1992 will vary widely in updated systems and finishes, so condition diligence matters more than the address.
Sweet spotBuyers prioritizing interior and lot space over a clubhouse, pool, or organized community amenities.
Avoid ifYou are specifically shopping for a subdivision with active shared amenities — none are identified here.

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 Sweetwater Sub Second Add sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Sweetwater Sub Second Add?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 112 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in Sweetwater Sub Second Add (public records).
What share of Sweetwater Sub Second Add is owner-occupied?
79% of Sweetwater Sub Second Add parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Sweetwater Sub Second Add built?
Homes in Sweetwater Sub Second Add were built between 1979 and 1992, with a median year built of 1983 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Sweetwater Sub Second Add?
The best agent for Sweetwater Sub Second Add is one who actively works Tampa 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 Sweetwater Sub Second Add.
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A buyer wanting a larger single-family floor plan in an established Tampa subdivision without amenity-driven HOA costsExcellent fit
A buyer comfortable evaluating 1980s-era construction and budgeting for system updates as neededExcellent fit
A buyer who values lot and interior square footage over recreational infrastructureExcellent fit
A buyer who wants a pool, clubhouse, or other organized community amenity as part of the purchaseProbably not
A buyer seeking new or near-new construction rather than a home built between 1979 and 1992Probably not
An investor expecting a high-turnover rental market, given the majority-homestead ownership pattern hereProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR 2025 assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 33615))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2024 (2 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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