Varsity Estates
Homes for Sale in Clearwater, FL
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As of November 2026, the MLS records 16 closed sales in Varsity Estates in Clearwater, FL since 2010, the most recent in December 2024. Across Clearwater as a whole, 2,252 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $320,000, 47 median days on market, with 1,130 homes for sale today. At that median and Pinellas County's FY2025-26 rate of 19.39 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,200 ($5,390 with the full homestead exemption).
Varsity Estates is a small Clearwater pocket in Pinellas County, and with the data we have as of mid-2026, the story here is condition rather than headline numbers. Without a reliable price band to lean on, treat every listing on its own merits: what has been updated, what hasn't, and how that shows up in the asking price.
For buyers, that means underwriting each home individually and not assuming a comp two streets over tells you much. For sellers, it means presentation and condition do the heavy lifting — the spread between a tired house and a turnkey one can be wide, and that gap is where you win or lose on this street.
Figures in this note are as of July 14, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.
Nearby homes for sale
No active listings inside Varsity Estates 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
Varsity Estates is a compact neighborhood inside Clearwater's larger Pinellas County market, best understood house by house rather than as a single price point.
Stellar MLS sales records identify 10 homes in Varsity Estates that have changed hands since 2010, built between 2010 and 2010 (median 2010), with a median living area of about 2,909 sq ft and a typical 5-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.
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 Varsity Estates is best for.
Best for
- Buyers set on a Clearwater location who will judge each property on its own condition
- Renovation-minded buyers comfortable pricing in the work a home still needs
- Sellers with an updated or turnkey home who want that condition to command a premium
Probably not for
- Buyers who need a tight, well-established comp set before committing
- Buyers wanting a fully move-in-ready home with no condition surprises
- Anyone relying on a fixed price range to plan their budget
The market around Varsity Estates
Varsity Estates is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33765, 54 homes are on the market and 22% are under contract — a steady corner of Clearwater.
Across Pinellas County, 6,539 homes are active and 1,627 pending (20% under contract).
In ZIP 33765 (Clearwater), 21 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $345K ($287/sq ft), with a median 37 days on market. Right now 10 active and 3 pending listings. See the live ZIP 33765 housing market and the Pinellas County market.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Varsity Estates specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Varsity Estates by the numbers
From county property records and closed MLS sales for the Varsity Estates subdivision: 10 homes on record; built 2010; typical size about 2,890 heated sq ft; 5 bedrooms is the median. Housing mix: single-family 100%.
| Year | Recorded sales | Median price |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1 | $345,000 |
| 2016 | 1 | $495,000 |
| 2017 | 1 | $437,500 |
| 2019 | 1 | $580,000 |
| 2020 | 3 | $590,000 |
| 2024 | 2 | $862,500 |
Newest recorded sale: $875,000 on 2024-12-10.
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 Varsity Estates buying strategy.
If we were buying in Varsity 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 Varsity Estates.
Reading Varsity Estates on its own terms
This is a place where the individual property matters more than the block average. Because we are working from a limited snapshot, we lean on what is verifiable in front of us — the home's condition, systems, and updates — rather than a manufactured price range that would only mislead.
The practical takeaway: bring a critical eye to each listing. In a neighborhood this size, one or two transactions can swing the perceived market, so anchor your decision to the specific house and its condition, not to a story about the area as a whole.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Varsity Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
In a small Clearwater pocket like Varsity Estates, general market noise is close to useless — you need someone who will walk the specific house with you and tell you plainly what its condition is worth. That is the read we give, whether you are buying or selling, and we will tell you when this is not your community.
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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
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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| Location | Clearwater, Pinellas County, FL · ZIP 33765 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 12 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 2010–2010 (median 2010.0) |
| Typical living area | 3,166 sq ft (median) |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 83% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period 2010 through 2024; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Varsity Estates key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/varsity-estates, data as of September 20, 2026.
Housing distress & ownership in Varsity Estates, Clearwater
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Based on Stellar MLS data distributed by MLS GRID for the period October 2026 through October 2026. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Recent Developments in Varsity Estates
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Varsity Estates, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated November 2026.
- October 2026Market
North St. Petersburg FedEx warehouse sells for $58.2M, $36M below 2021 price
A 236,976 square foot FedEx Ground distribution center at 1950 102nd Avenue N. on about 63 acres near I-275 sold for $58.2 million, versus $94.5 million in 2021. FedEx has operated there since 2017 and the deed shows no change to its lease. The article ties the sale to higher borrowing costs facing the prior owner.
What it may mean for the marketThe sale points to repricing in Pinellas industrial property while the last-mile logistics hub keeps operating near I-275. The project is about 9 miles southeast of Varsity Estates, elsewhere in Pinellas County.
Source: St. Pete Catalyst - October 2026Development
Humane Society of Tampa Bay to open Clearwater clinic on State Road 590
The nonprofit's clinic at 2907 State Road 590, Suite 5, near its Clearwater shelter opens Nov. 2, with a grand opening Nov. 12. It offers vaccinations, wellness exams, microchipping, lab work and X-rays by appointment, with spay and neuter services planned later.
What it may mean for the marketA new low-cost veterinary option near the SR 590 corridor adds a neighborhood service amenity in central Clearwater. The site is about 1 mile east of Varsity Estates.
Source: St. Pete Catalyst - October 2026Development
ClearView apartments complete at $1 billion Echelon City Center in St. Petersburg
The 363-unit ClearView community, with ground-floor retail, is complete within the Echelon City Center development by Third Lake Partners and Echelon. A 3rd & 3rd residential high-rise with ground-floor retail is expected to open in the first quarter of 2027.
What it may mean for the marketNew downtown apartments and walkable retail add rental inventory and amenities in central St. Petersburg. The project is about 15 miles southeast of Varsity Estates, elsewhere in Pinellas County.
Source: Tampa Bay Business and Wealth - July 2026Development
St. Pete advances housing plan for nine vacant city lots
The St. Petersburg City Council unanimously approved a first reading of an ordinance to place a measure on the November 3 ballot that would remove nine vacant city lots in Methodist Town from the city's Charter Park and Waterfront Map. The change would allow up to 41 units of affordable or workforce housing, with four lots planned for single family homes and five larger parcels for multifamily housing. The lots have held park designations since 1984 but have remained vacant.
What it may mean for the marketAdvances a plan to convert nine vacant city lots into new single family and multifamily housing, adding to local housing inventory. Placing the parcels on the ballot could open long dormant land for residential construction. The project is about 15 miles southeast of Varsity Estates, elsewhere in Pinellas County.
Source: St Pete Catalyst - July 2026Infrastructure
St. Pete approves temporary downtown dock for Tampa Bay ferry
The St. Petersburg City Council approved a temporary ferry dock on Bayshore Boulevard near the Vinoy in downtown St. Petersburg under a three-year contract costing about 324,200 dollars. Hubbard's Marina will operate cross bay service between downtown St. Petersburg and the Tampa Convention Center, with two vessels running year round. Service is expected to begin in October or November.
What it may mean for the marketEstablishes a temporary downtown dock and cross bay ferry connection, adding a new transit option and waterfront infrastructure serving the downtown St. Petersburg market. The project is about 16 miles southeast of Varsity Estates, elsewhere in Pinellas County.
Source: FOX 13 Tampa Bay - July 2026Development
Blake-Related team selected to redevelop 86-acre Historic Gas Plant District
St. Petersburg selected a bid led by Blake Investment Partners, with the Related Group as co-developer, to redevelop the 86-acre Historic Gas Plant District at the Tropicana Field site. The roughly 8.1 billion dollar mixed use plan calls for more than 3,600 income-restricted residential units, a 13-acre central park, and office, retail, hotel and civic space over an estimated 20-year buildout. The developers plan to purchase about 58 acres while the city retains roughly one third.
What it may mean for the marketAdds a large mixed use district with thousands of new residential units, a central park, and office, retail, hotel and civic space to the downtown St. Petersburg market. Redevelopment of the Tropicana Field site reshapes the surrounding property landscape and expands housing supply. The project is about 15 miles south of Varsity Estates, elsewhere in Pinellas County.
Source: Florida YIMBY
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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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (1 streets, ZIP 33765)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2010 (16 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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