Living in New Tampa
New Tampa in the city's northeast is home to well-known master-planned communities such as Tampa Palms, Hunter's Green and Cory Lake Isles. Expect gated entries, golf, conservation land and newer construction.
It's close to the University of South Florida, Moffitt Cancer Center and major employers along I-75.
Market snapshot
New Tampa home prices right now
$499,760
Median sale price
60 days
Median days on market
+12.3%
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
$400K – $2M
Home styles
Gated single-family homes, golf homes, townhomes
Commute
20 min to USF, 30 min to downtown
Vibe
Suburban, green, upscale
County
Hillsborough County
Local highlights
- Tampa Palms
- Hunter's Green
- Cory Lake Isles
- Flatwoods Wilderness Park
New Tampa Performing Arts Center
Explore performances and educational programming at this public arts center on Hunters Village Road; check the current calendar and reserve seats or classes as required.
Visitor informationNew Tampa Regional Library
Visit the Cross Creek Boulevard library for reading-room views toward a lake and wooded habitat, plus study spaces and a public makerspace.
Visitor informationBruce B. Downs Trail
Use this paved multi-purpose trail along Bruce B. Downs Boulevard for walking or cycling; consult the official route description to plan connections and crossings.
Visitor information
Things to do
- Ride the Flatwoods trail
- Golf at TPC Tampa Bay nearby
- Shop Wiregrass Mall
- Visit Busch Gardens
Skate at New Tampa Community Park
Bring your board to the concrete street-style skate park on Commerce Park Boulevard, featuring stairs, rails, and quarter-pipe turns; check current session hours.
Visitor informationEnroll in gymnastics or dance
Explore children’s gymnastics and dance at New Tampa Community Center; these popular programs use waitlists, so review enrollment instructions before planning regular sessions.
Visitor informationVisit New Tampa Rotary Dog Park
Give your dog designated off-leash exercise at New Tampa Rotary Dog Park on Commerce Park Boulevard; follow posted rules and leash dogs outside designated areas.
Visitor informationMake something at the regional library
Ask about The Hive makerspace at New Tampa Regional Library for hands-on learning; confirm the current activities, equipment access, age requirements, and reservations.
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 New Tampa
A perfect day in New Tampa
Tee off at a championship course, ride bikes on the Flatwoods trail, then shop and dine at Tampa Premium Outlets just up the road.
Neighborhoods to know
Tampa Palms
Gated golf communities and estate homes
Hunter's Green
Gated golf community with club amenities
Cross Creek & K-Bar Ranch
Newer homes at more approachable prices
Where locals eat
- Tampa Premium Outlets
- Restaurants along Bruce B. Downs
- The Shops at Wiregrass nearby
Parks & outdoors
- Flatwoods Wilderness Park trail
- Hillsborough River State Park
- Golf at Tampa Palms and Hunter's Green
Schools
Highly rated Hillsborough County public schools and quick access to USF.
A little history
New Tampa was mostly ranch land until the late 1980s, when Tampa annexed it and gated golf communities such as Tampa Palms and Hunter's Green were built.
Events locals look forward to
Steve's honest take
What people love
- Newer homes and gated communities
- Close to USF and Moffitt
- Lots of green space
Good to know
- Longer drive to beaches
- Bruce B. Downs traffic
- Car-dependent
Typical drive times
30 min
Tampa International Airport
50 min
Nearest Gulf beach
25 min
Downtown Tampa
Approximate, without heavy traffic.
New Tampa 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 New Tampa.
