Living in Davis Islands
Built in the 1920s on dredged land in Hillsborough Bay, Davis Islands is a quiet residential island connected to downtown by a single bridge. Mediterranean Revival homes, a small village center, a marina, a yacht club and even a small airport give it a resort feel.
Many homes are on the water with private docks, and the island's perimeter is a favorite loop for walkers, joggers and cyclists.
Market snapshot
Davis Islands home prices right now
$1,479,585
Median sale price
88 days
Median days on market
+55.7%
Price change vs. last year
Approximate public figures for the three months ending September 2026, from Redfin. Last updated October 2026. Ask Steve for exact, current MLS numbers.
Typical prices
$500K – $8M+
Home styles
Mediterranean Revival homes, waterfront estates, condos
Commute
5 min to downtown
Vibe
Quiet, nautical, exclusive
County
Hillsborough County
Local highlights
- Davis Islands Yacht Club
- Peter O. Knight Airport
- Dog beach
- Davis Islands Village
Roy Jenkins Pool
Explore public swimming options at Davis Islands’ historic Roy Jenkins Pool; check the current city schedule for lap swimming, lessons, and open-swim sessions.
Visitor informationSandra W. Freedman Tennis Complex
Play on Davis Islands at this staffed municipal tennis facility with eight clay courts and a practice wall; review court rental arrangements before visiting.
Visitor informationMarjorie Park
Include Marjorie Park in an island outing to see another of Davis Islands’ municipal green spaces; consult the city’s neighborhood overview for context.
Visitor information
Things to do
- Sail out of the yacht club
- Walk the dog beach
- Dinner in the village
- Watch planes at the seaplane basin
Book a tennis clinic
Check Sandra Freedman Tennis Complex programming for adult classes or instructor-led clinics on Davis Islands; contact the listed provider to confirm enrollment and availability.
Visitor informationJoin an aqua fitness session
Look for an aqua fitness session on Roy Jenkins Pool’s current schedule, and confirm participation requirements before heading to this Davis Islands public pool.
Visitor informationPlay basketball at Davis Islands Park
Bring a ball to the city-listed basketball court at Davis Islands Park, 155 Columbia Drive, for an outdoor workout without a private-club membership.
Visitor informationArrange swimming lessons at Roy Jenkins
Use the municipal pool’s published lesson listings to find an appropriate age group on Davis Islands; confirm registration, fees, and available places with staff.
Visitor information
Check the linked visitor information for current hours, reservations, seasonal access and any storm-related closures. Some outings are nearby rather than within the neighborhood.
Who loves Davis Islands
A perfect day in Davis Islands
Bike the island loop past Mediterranean Revival homes, launch a paddleboard from the beach at the island's tip, then watch small planes land at Peter O. Knight Airport over dinner on Davis Boulevard.
Neighborhoods to know
Davis Boulevard village
Walkable shops and cafés at the heart of the island
South Davis
Waterfront estates, the yacht club and the dog beach
North Davis
Condos and townhomes close to Tampa General and downtown
Where locals eat
- Ava
- Davis Islands village cafés
- DI Coffee Bar
Parks & outdoors
- Davis Islands Beach & dog beach
- Marjorie Park Marina
- Seaplane basin
- Biking the island perimeter
Schools
Zoned for well-regarded South Tampa public schools, with downtown private schools minutes away.
A little history
Developer D.P. Davis created the islands in the 1920s by dredging Hillsborough Bay, designing them in Mediterranean Revival style. Many original homes and the Davis Islands' Spanish-style buildings still stand.
Events locals look forward to
Steve's honest take
What people love
- Island living 5 minutes from downtown
- Beach, marina and dog beach
- Walk or bike to Tampa General
Good to know
- One main bridge in and out
- Flood zones on much of the island
- Limited inventory
Typical drive times
20 min
Tampa International Airport
40 min
Nearest Gulf beach
5 min
Downtown Tampa
Approximate, without heavy traffic.
Davis Islands questions, answered
Prices are approximate ranges and change with the market. Photos show the style of the area and are illustrative. Contact Steve for current listings and sold data in Davis Islands.
