Living in Westchase
Westchase is a 1990s master-planned community in northwest Hillsborough County with more than two dozen villages, community pools, tennis courts, parks and a golf course. Its town center has restaurants and shops within walking distance of many homes.
It's prized for highly rated schools and a fast commute to Westshore and Tampa International Airport.
Market snapshot
Westchase home prices right now
$569,629
Median sale price
42 days
Median days on market
-6.6%
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
$450K – $1.5M
Home styles
Single-family homes, townhomes, villas
Commute
15 min to the airport and Westshore
Vibe
Family-friendly, polished, suburban
County
Hillsborough County
Local highlights
- Westchase Golf Club
- Community pools & parks
- West Park Village
- Top-rated schools
Westchase Park & Recreation Center
Use this county community park for playground time or organized recreation; it serves residents and nonresidents, unlike neighborhood amenities that may require association access.
Visitor informationMaureen B. Gauzza Public Library
Visit the Countryway Boulevard library serving the Westchase area for reading, an innovation studio, and children’s or adult programs; check participation requirements.
Visitor informationUpper Tampa Bay Conservation Park nearby
Travel south of Westchase to this nearby coastal conservation park for nature trails and habitat exhibits; check current park access before setting out.
Visitor information
Things to do
- Golf at Westchase
- Bike the community trails
- Farmers market in West Park Village
- 20 min to Clearwater beaches
Cycle the nearby Upper Tampa Bay Trail
Access this nearby paved trail from a county-listed trailhead, such as Wilsky Boulevard, for a ride outside Westchase; review the map and parking arrangements.
Visitor informationHike nearby Northwest Equestrian Park
Head north of Westchase to nearby Northwest Equestrian Park for hiking through wetlands and oak hammocks; share trails with horses and bring drinking water.
Visitor informationPaddle from nearby Upper Tampa Bay Park
Plan a creek or bay paddle from nearby Upper Tampa Bay Conservation Park, outside Westchase; confirm launch conditions and any rental availability before departure.
Visitor informationJoin a Westchase recreation class
Check the county recreation center’s registration listings for fitness, arts, or walking programs; verify age eligibility, enrollment, and any pass requirements before attending.
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 Westchase
A perfect day in Westchase
Drop the kids at a top-rated school, take a lakeside walk on the community trails, meet friends for lunch at the Westchase town center, then catch a Little League game at the neighborhood fields.
Neighborhoods to know
The Bridges
Gated luxury homes with larger lots
West Park Village
Walkable, New Urbanism-style village with townhomes
Stonebridge & Radcliffe
Family homes around ponds and parks
Where locals eat
- Westchase town center restaurants
- Kona Grill in nearby Westshore
- Local brunch spots on Linebaugh
Parks & outdoors
- Community pools and tennis
- Westchase Golf Club
- Upper Tampa Bay Trail
- Nearby Upper Tampa Bay Park
Schools
Westchase is known for consistently high-performing Hillsborough County public schools, a top reason families choose it.
A little history
Westchase was planned in the early 1990s on former ranch and grove land, with neighborhoods designed around lakes, trails and parks. It has grown into one of Tampa's most popular family communities.
Events locals look forward to
Steve's honest take
What people love
- Highly rated schools
- Pools, tennis and trails
- Close to airport and beaches
Good to know
- HOA rules and fees
- Busy Linebaugh traffic at rush hour
- Fewer older-character homes
Typical drive times
15 min
Tampa International Airport
30 min
Nearest Gulf beach
25 min
Downtown Tampa
Approximate, without heavy traffic.
Westchase 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 Westchase.
