Neighborhood · Tampa, Florida
East Tampa
Close-in Tampa living without the close-in price tag
15
Homes for sale
$304,990
Median list price
$299
Avg price / sqft
61
Median days on market
East Tampa sits just minutes from the center of the city, with distinct pockets like the 40th Street Corridor, Gandy/Sun Bay South, and the leafy streets of Old Seminole Heights each carrying their own character. Downtown Tampa is about an 8-minute drive and Tampa International is roughly 19 minutes out, so you get real proximity to jobs, culture, and travel without leaving the neighborhood behind. It's the kind of place where a smart buyer can still find room to make a house their own.
For buyers today, the math is refreshing: the median list price sits at $309,990 across just 15 active listings, and sellers are getting about 97% of asking, which points to a market that's negotiable but not soft. Homes are taking a median of 52 days to sell, giving you time to think rather than a bidding-war scramble. Compared to pricier corners of Tampa homes for sale, East Tampa is one of the more accessible ways into the city core.
East Tampa is a community in Tampa, Florida.
Quick facts
$245,000 – $520K price range
1,128 sqft median home
$2,150/mo median rent
38 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in East Tampa
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$260,000
1606 E OSBORNE AVENUE, TAMPA
2 bd · 1 ba · 932 sqft
$519,900
1707 E EMMA STREET, TAMPA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,991 sqft
$367,700$373,400
1505 E CARACAS STREET, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,352 sqft
$304,990$305,000
1906 E CARACAS STREET, TAMPA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,272 sqft
$350,000$400,000
5008 N 17TH STREET, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,308 sqft
$255,000
2111 E ELLICOTT STREET, TAMPA
2 bd · 1 ba · 752 sqft
$245,000$249,900
2116 E ELLICOTT STREET, TAMPA
3 bd · 1 ba · 864 sqft
$299,990$309,990
1709 E NORTH BAY STREET, TAMPA
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,220 sqft
$424,900
4004 N 16TH STREET, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,361 sqft
$264,900$269,900
1907 E EMMA STREET, TAMPA
3 bd · 1 ba · 864 sqft
$267,200$267,500
2102 E CARACAS STREET, TAMPA
3 bd · 1 ba · 648 sqft
$339,999$349,999
1613 E CHELSEA STREET, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,163 sqft
Every active listing inside the East Tampa boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The East Tampa market
38
Sold, last 12 months
$311,111
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
48 days
Median time to sell
East Tampa vs Tampa
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 4.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the East Tampa boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools East Tampa is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median East Tampa home
≈ $2,044/mo
$304,990 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$2,150/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Beyond the listings
Living in East Tampa
Relationships
Top 8% in the U.S.Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Attitudes
Volunteering & Giving
Expressing a desire to give back and do good for the community, this behavior emphasizes charity. Common activities include volunteering, fundraisers, and donations.
Beliefs
Activism
This population seeks to advocate for a more just world. Common activities include protests, rallies, and spreading awareness to the public about social justice issues.
Food & Drink
Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Active
Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Beliefs
Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Straight answers
East Tampa FAQs
Is East Tampa a good place to live?+
It works well for buyers who want to be close to the action — Downtown Tampa is about 8 minutes away and the airport roughly 19. The area spans several distinct communities, including Lake Magdalene and Northdale, so the feel varies block to block. It's a practical, well-connected choice rather than a resort-style enclave.
Is East Tampa expensive?+
No — it's one of the more affordable ways into central Tampa, with a median list price of $309,990 and homes starting around $245,000. The upper end of the current market reaches about $519,900, so there's range depending on the pocket. Compared to Tampa's waterfront and gated communities, this area keeps entry costs reasonable.
What do homes cost in East Tampa?+
The median list price is $309,990 and the median sold price over the past year came in at $311,111, so asking and selling prices line up closely. At about $300 per square foot on a median home size of 1,128 square feet, you're generally looking at compact, well-located properties. Listings currently run from $245,000 up to $519,900.
How is the East Tampa market right now?+
It's balanced and negotiable — 38 homes sold over the last 12 months, and sellers are averaging 97% of their asking price. With a median of 52 days on market and just 15 active listings, buyers have time to evaluate without feeling rushed. That combination favors a patient, prepared buyer.
What about HOA fees and property taxes in East Tampa?+
Most homes here carry no HOA, which keeps monthly costs simpler than in many planned communities. The median property tax runs about $2,720 a year. If you're weighing renting versus buying, the median rent in the area is around $1,975 a month.
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