Watrous
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Community in Tampa · Hillsborough County · ZIP 33606
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Built fromLive Stellar MLS data3 years of closingsUpdated twice daily

As of September 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in Watrous Rev Map Resub Of Lts in Tampa, FL, the most recent in December 2023. Across Tampa as a whole, 4,890 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $442,500, 39 median days on market, with 1,287 homes for sale today. At that median and Hillsborough County's FY2025-26 rate of 15.73 mills, annual property tax runs about $6,960 ($6,340 with the full homestead exemption).

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

There is not enough current MLS activity in Watrous to draw out a pricing pattern right now. That is itself useful information for a buyer or seller: this is a small, quiet corner of Tampa where inventory moves in and out slowly rather than in a steady, readable stream.

In a market like this, the individual home does the talking. Condition, lot, and layout will drive value far more than any neighborhood-level trend, because there is no reliable trend to point to yet. Anyone serious about this address should plan on a property-by-property read rather than a community-level one.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Watrous Rev Map Resub Of Lts 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.

406 S ORLEANS AVENUE
$505K · 0.0 mi away
2 bd · 1 ba · 922 sqft
406 S ORLEANS AVENUE
Listed by CENTURY 21 CIRCLE
307 S NEWPORT #1-2 AVENUE
$1.20M · 0.1 mi away
6 bd · 3 ba · 2,960 sqft
307 S NEWPORT #1-2 AVENUE
Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE
605 S ORLEANS AVENUE
$2M · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,153 sqft
605 S ORLEANS AVENUE
Listed by COASTAL LIVING REALTY OF MANAT
212 S DAKOTA AVENUE #E
$525K · 0.2 mi away
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,573 sqft
212 S DAKOTA AVENUE #E
Listed by EVOLVE REAL ESTATE
1000 W HORATIO STREET #226
$160K · 0.2 mi away
1 bd · 1 ba · 627 sqft
1000 W HORATIO STREET #226
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
1000 W HORATIO STREET #114
$164K · 0.2 mi away
1 bd · 1 ba · 631 sqft
1000 W HORATIO STREET #114
Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Watrous sits within Tampa, Hillsborough County, and current MLS data does not show enough listing activity to characterize typical pricing or amenities here.

Stellar MLS sales records identify 22 homes in Watrous that have changed hands since 2006, built between 1908 and 2024 (median 1987), with a median living area of about 1,814 sq ft and a typical 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout; 95% 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.

Best for

  • A buyer targeting a specific property in this part of Tampa rather than shopping community-wide statistics
  • A seller comfortable pricing primarily off individual condition and comparable Tampa sales rather than neighborhood trend data
  • Someone willing to do additional diligence given the limited current MLS activity here

Probably not for

  • A buyer who wants a well-documented community amenity package before deciding
  • Someone relying on recent local sales trends to time an offer
  • A buyer who needs fast, high-volume inventory to compare options within the same address

The market around Watrous

Watrous is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 33606, 148 homes are on the market and 26% are under contract — a steady corner of Tampa.

Across Hillsborough County, 6,274 homes are active and 1,939 pending (24% under contract).

In ZIP 33606 (Tampa), 207 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $1.10M ($571/sq ft), up 13.4% year over year, with a median 68 days on market. Right now 46 active and 21 pending listings put supply at about 4.0 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33606 housing market and the Hillsborough County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Watrous specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Watrous 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 Watrous.

Best Buy
Buyers or sellers focused on a specific parcel in this part of Tampa rather than a broad community search.
Biggest Risk
Limited MLS history makes it harder to benchmark price or timing against recent activity.
Sweet Spot
A buyer prepared to evaluate the home itself, in detail, rather than rely on neighborhood-level data.
Avoid If
You need current comparable sales or documented amenities before making a decision.

A Tampa address with a thin data trail

Some Tampa communities generate a steady flow of listings that let a broker talk confidently about price bands, pace of sale, or shared amenities. Watrous is not currently one of them — the MLS feed does not show identified community amenities or enough recent transactions to build that picture.

That does not mean the location lacks merit; it means the usual shortcuts do not apply. Buyers and sellers here are better served by evaluating the specific parcel, its condition, and its immediate surroundings within Tampa rather than leaning on neighborhood-wide statistics that simply are not there yet.

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

When a community has a thin MLS trail, the value of an agent shifts from reciting market stats to doing the legwork — pulling comparable sales from wider search parameters, walking the property in person, and pressure-testing condition and location against what similar Tampa parcels have actually done. That is the approach we bring to Watrous.

Watrous in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers or sellers focused on a specific parcel in this part of Tampa rather than a broad community search.
Biggest advantageThe quiet, low-turnover nature of the address may appeal to someone who is not shopping by neighborhood comparables.
Biggest riskLimited MLS history makes it harder to benchmark price or timing against recent activity.
Sweet spotA buyer prepared to evaluate the home itself, in detail, rather than rely on neighborhood-level data.
Avoid ifYou need current comparable sales or documented amenities before making a decision.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • 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.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Watrous sales matched to your home.

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Real comps, not an automated estimate.
A buyer targeting a specific property in this part of Tampa rather than shopping community-wide statisticsExcellent fit
A seller comfortable pricing primarily off individual condition and comparable Tampa sales rather than neighborhood trend dataExcellent fit
Someone willing to do additional diligence given the limited current MLS activity hereExcellent fit
A buyer who wants a well-documented community amenity package before decidingProbably not
Someone relying on recent local sales trends to time an offerProbably not
A buyer who needs fast, high-volume inventory to compare options within the same addressProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-09-08
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2023 (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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Common questions about Watrous

Where is Watrous?

Watrous is a community in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida, ZIP 33606.

Are there homes for sale in Watrous right now?

No active listings inside Watrous at the last feed refresh. The nearest homes for sale, with distances from the community, are shown on this page and refreshed nightly.

Does Watrous have an HOA or CDD?

No HOA is on record for Watrous 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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