Waterset Phase 3B-2
Homes for Sale in APOLLO BEACH, FL
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Waterset Phase 3B-2 is a tight, recent-build pocket: all 75 homes date to 2017-2019, with a median year built of 2018, so this is a phase where condition and original finish level do most of the talking rather than a wide spread of construction eras. At a median living area of 3,109 square feet, these are larger-format homes, which puts them toward the upper end of what the broader Waterset community offers in terms of floor plan size.
The homestead share of 69.3% tells us a solid majority of owners have filed for the exemption, which typically points to longer intended hold periods rather than a phase dominated by short-term rental or flip activity. For a buyer, that generally means fewer distressed or investor-driven listings hitting the market at once. For a seller, it means your closest comps are likely to be similarly well-kept, owner-occupied homes rather than a mixed bag of conditions.
The 60-Second Overview
A compact, newer-construction section of Waterset in Apollo Beach, built out over a narrow 2017-2019 window and skewing toward larger floor plans within 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 Waterset Phase 3B-2 is best for.
Best for
- Buyers seeking a larger living area in a home built within the last decade rather than an older resale.
- Buyers comfortable evaluating community amenities at the broader Waterset level rather than assuming a phase-specific package.
- Buyers who value a tight, consistent construction era when comparing homes and estimating condition.
Probably not for
- Buyers who want a documented, phase-specific amenity package as a core requirement.
- Buyers seeking the widest possible range of build years and price points within a single small phase.
- Buyers prioritizing a smaller floor plan or lower square footage than this phase's typical size.
The market around Waterset Phase 3B-2
Waterset Phase 3B-2 is a small community — 2 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2020 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.
In ZIP 33572, 501 homes are on the market and 22% are under contract — a steady corner of APOLLO BEACH.
Across Hillsborough County, 6,259 homes are active and 2,098 pending (25% under contract).
Homes here are single family residence.
ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Waterset Phase 3B-2 specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.
Recent Developments in Waterset Phase 3b 2
Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Waterset Phase 3b 2, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated August 2026.
- 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 23 miles north of Waterset Phase 3b 2, elsewhere in Hillsborough County.
Source: Florida YIMBY - July 2026Infrastructure
New Interstate 75 interchange planned for Parrish area access
A new Interstate 75 interchange is being planned to improve access for the Parrish area, primarily located in Hillsborough County and connecting to Manatee County through a possible Fort Hamer Road extension. The project is in the planning phase.
What it may mean for the marketPlans a new interstate interchange that would expand road capacity and connectivity for a growing area, potentially shaping future development patterns along the corridor. The site is less than a mile south of Waterset Phase 3b 2.
Source: Tampa Bay Times - 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 28 miles north of Waterset Phase 3b 2, 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 26 miles north of Waterset Phase 3b 2, 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.
The Waterset Phase 3B-2 buying strategy.
If we were buying in Waterset Phase 3B-2 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 Waterset Phase 3B-2.
A Narrow Build Window, A Larger Floor Plan
With only 75 homes and a construction span of just two years, Phase 3B-2 doesn't have the layered building eras you see in older Florida communities. Nearly every home here was built within a year or two of its median year built date of 2018, which narrows the variables buyers need to weigh to mostly condition, upgrades, and lot placement rather than generational differences in construction standards or original floor plans.
The median living area of 3,109 square feet puts this phase on the larger side of typical new-construction inventory in the area, which matters for anyone comparing per-square-foot pricing across Waterset's various phases. Current MLS listings don't identify a specific set of community amenities tied directly to this phase, so buyers evaluating recreational features should look at what's accessible through the broader Waterset community rather than assuming this phase carries its own dedicated set.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Waterset Phase 3B-2. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Why work with Momentum here
A 75-home phase with a two-year build window is small enough that pricing mistakes are easy to make if you're not looking at true like-for-like comps. We track this phase separately from the rest of Waterset so you're comparing against homes with the same construction era, similar square footage, and comparable ownership patterns, not against a diluted community-wide average.
Waterset Phase 3B-2 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 Waterset Phase 3B-2 buy.
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Data sources & freshness
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 33572)) |
| Under-contract shares | Stellar MLS records, as of 2026-08-01 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2025 (1 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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