Homes for sale inPlant City, Florida
Strawberry country between Tampa and Orlando
293
Homes for sale
$395,000
Median list price
$235
Avg price / sqft
43
Median days on market
Plant City sits in eastern Hillsborough County, a working strawberry town with a real downtown, a slower pace, and the kind of acreage and single-family lots you can't find closer to Tampa. It draws buyers who want space and a neighborly feel without giving up an easy commute — you can be in Downtown Tampa in about 26 minutes and still come home to a yard. Established neighborhoods like Walden Lake anchor the market, while builders keep adding new construction on the edges of town.
For a buyer today, there are 291 active listings with a median list price of $395,000, spanning everything from entry-level homes to a handful of $1M+ estates. Homes are selling steadily — 1,078 closed over the past year at a median of $349,700, with sellers collecting about 98% of asking in a median of 44 days. That's a balanced market: enough inventory to negotiate, including a healthy supply of just reduced listings, but not so soft that well-priced homes linger.
Plant City is in Hillsborough County, Florida.
Quick facts
$165,000 – $5.5M price range
2,030 sqft median home
$2,105/mo median rent
Leans seller right now
Drive times
Living in Plant City
Plant City is a working agricultural town in eastern Hillsborough County, long known as a center of Florida's strawberry industry. It has a defined, walkable historic downtown and a pace that's noticeably slower than Tampa to the west. The town keeps a strong local identity even as the metro grows toward it, which is a big part of its appeal for buyers who want community over anonymity.
The typical Plant City buyer wants more space for the money — a yard, sometimes acreage, and a single-family house rather than an attached unit. That tracks with the inventory: of 291 active listings, 248 are single-family homes, with only a handful of townhouses, manufactured homes and condos. It's a place that rewards people who are comfortable driving for errands and commuting in exchange for room to spread out.
Its position between Tampa and Orlando defines daily life. You can work in Tampa and still take weekend trips toward the theme parks, and the city pulls commuters from both directions. For families and first-time buyers priced out of central Hillsborough, Plant City is one of the more attainable doorways into the region.
Neighborhoods and communities in Plant City
Plant City's neighborhoods range from established planned communities to newer subdivisions on the town's edges. Walden Lake is one of the most recognized communities, a larger established development that has long anchored the local market. It's a common starting point for buyers who want an organized neighborhood setting rather than scattered-site homes.
The Countrywood area offers two closely related options: The Lakes at Countrywood and The Meadows at Countrywood. These communities give buyers a planned-neighborhood feel with the single-family product that dominates Plant City. As with most of the area, exact amenities and dues vary by community, so it's worth confirming specifics for any home you're considering.
Beyond the named communities, much of Plant City is made up of standalone single-family homes, some on larger lots. Buyers after specific features can filter to homes with a pool — 48 are active — or the smaller gated communities segment, which has 17 listings. There are also 18 waterfront listings for those who want to be on the water.
Homes for sale in Plant City: prices and housing
The current market shows 291 active listings with a median list price of $395,000. Prices span a wide range, from about $165,000 at the entry level to $5,500,000 at the top, so the market serves very different budgets. Homes average around $235 per square foot, and the median home size is roughly 2,032 square feet — larger than you'd typically find closer to Tampa at the same price.
Single-family homes are the overwhelming majority of inventory at 248 listings, followed by 18 townhouses, 15 manufactured homes and 5 condominiums. Buyers wanting attached, lower-maintenance options can review townhomes & condos, though choices there are limited. The luxury end is modest, with 10 listings priced at $1M or more, while new construction is a real presence at 68 active listings.
On the cost side, ownership here is relatively affordable to carry. The median HOA is just $63/month and median property tax is $3,920/year, and many single-family neighborhoods have low or no HOA. Over the past 12 months, 1,078 homes sold at a median price of $349,700, with sellers collecting about 98% of asking and a median of 44 days on market — a balanced, functioning market rather than an extreme in either direction.
Schools in Plant City
Plant City students are served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. The most commonly assigned schools in the area include Plant City High School and Strawberry Crest High School at the high school level, along with Marshall Middle School, Tomlin Middle School and Turkey Creek Middle School. Knights Elementary School is among the commonly assigned elementary schools.
School zoning in Hillsborough County is address-specific, and boundaries can change. Two homes in the same general area can feed into different schools, so never assume based on a neighborhood name alone.
Before you commit to a home, verify the exact assigned schools for that property through the Hillsborough County Public Schools district tools, and tour any school that matters to your family. If a particular school is a priority, make it part of your search criteria from the start rather than an afterthought.
Getting around Plant City
Plant City's biggest practical advantage is its location roughly between Tampa and Orlando along the I-4 corridor. Downtown Tampa is about 26 minutes away and Tampa International Airport about 37 minutes, which makes the city a workable base for Tampa-area jobs and travel.
Heading east, the town is well positioned for Orlando-area trips: Walt Disney World is around 50 minutes, Universal Orlando about 61, Downtown Orlando roughly 67, and Orlando International Airport near 71 minutes. That central position is unusual — few places let you reach two major metros and four airports and attractions this easily.
Like most of the region, Plant City is car-dependent, and you'll drive for most errands and commutes. Buyers who value space and price over walkability tend to find the trade-off worthwhile, but it's an honest part of life here.
Is Plant City a good place to live?
For the right buyer, Plant City delivers a lot: more land and square footage for the money, a genuine small-town downtown, and quick access to both Tampa and the Orlando attractions. The market backs that up — 1,078 homes sold over the past year, and the median sold price of $349,700 sits well below much of the Tampa metro. Low median HOA dues and reasonable taxes keep monthly costs manageable.
The trade-offs are real. It's a car-dependent, agricultural town, not an urban or beach setting, and buyers who want nightlife, walkable amenities or a short coastal drive will feel the distance. The condo and townhome supply is thin, so most buyers will be shopping single-family houses.
If space, value and a commutable location matter more to you than city energy, Plant City is a strong candidate. A balanced market with 291 active listings and homes selling near 98% of asking means you have both choice and negotiating room — worth touring a few neighborhoods and open houses this week to see whether the lifestyle fits.
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Newest homes in Plant City
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$491,490
4413 HIDDEN FARM DRIVE, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,313 sqft
$625,000
2904 HAMMOCK VISTA COURT, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,603 sqft
$375,000
4776 SHADY BLUFF LOOP, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,305 sqft
$408,740
3525 HARVEST GARDENS LOOP, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,045 sqft
$406,990
4408 HIDDEN FARM DRIVE, PLANT CITY
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,605 sqft
$320,000
3505 WILDWOOD CLIFFS LOOP, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,564 sqft
$1,125,000
5711 MILEY ROAD, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 1 ba · 960 sqft
$235,000
1205 E LAURA STREET, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 1 ba · 850 sqft
$370,990
3502 ROSEWOOD RAMBLE COURT, PLANT CITY
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,077 sqft
$440,000
4411 HIDDEN FARM DRIVE, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,756 sqft
$349,900
323 S WIGGINS ROAD, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,134 sqft
$200,000
310 JOSHUA LANE, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,144 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Plant City market
Leans seller
3.4 months of inventory
Demand still outpaces supply, but buyers have a little more room.
1,083
Sold, last 12 months
$349,500
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
29 days
Median time to sell
Plant City vs Hillsborough County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 1.0% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▼ 8.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Plant City, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
Where to look
Plant City neighborhoods
Walden Lake
44 homes · $432K median
Walden Woods
4 homes · $210K median
Lincoln Park
4 homes · $267K median
Oakwood Estates
2 homes · $410K median
Show all 6 Plant City neighborhoods A–ZHide the full neighborhood list+
Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Plant City
Real commute to Tampa
Downtown Tampa is roughly 26 minutes away and Tampa International Airport about 37, making Plant City a legitimate option for commuters who want land.
Space and single-family dominance
Of 291 active listings, 248 are single-family homes, so you're mostly shopping houses with yards rather than attached product.
Steady, balanced market
1,078 homes sold in the past year at a median $349,700, with sellers getting about 98% of asking in a median 44 days on market.
New construction choices
With 68 new-construction listings active, buyers who want a never-lived-in home have real options alongside the resale stock.
Low carrying costs
The median HOA runs just $63/month and median property tax is $3,920/year, keeping monthly ownership costs reasonable for the area.
Population
40,887
Median age
37.1
Median income
$67,439
Median home value
$291,800
What people here are into
Hobbies & Interests
Top 16% in the U.S.Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Food & Drink
Top 18% in the U.S.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.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Food & Drink
Ingredient Attentive
These folks are conscious about what they eat. They're looking for ingredients that not only taste great, but also have great nutritional benefits.
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Lifestyles
Farm Culture
Do you know where your food comes from? These people do, and they want to share their love for farming and simple living with the community.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Plant City home
≈ $2,682/mo
$395,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
11%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$2,105/mo
Median rent
38 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Plant City real estate FAQs
Is Plant City a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want more space, a genuine small-town downtown, and an easier price point than central Hillsborough, while still reaching Downtown Tampa in about 26 minutes. The market is active — 1,078 homes sold over the past year — which reflects steady demand from families and commuters. If you prize walkable urban living, it's less of a fit than Tampa proper.
Is Plant City expensive?+
It's more affordable than much of the Tampa metro, with a median list price of $395,000 and median sold price of $349,700. Listings range widely, from around $165,000 up to $5,500,000, so there's room at both ends. You can browse by price to find the entry-level end of the market.
What do homes cost in Plant City?+
The median list price is $395,000 and homes run about $235 per square foot, with a median size around 2,032 square feet. Most of the inventory is single-family homes, and a small luxury tier includes 10 listings priced at $1M and above.
How is the Plant City housing market right now?+
There are 291 active listings and homes are taking a median of 44 days to sell, with sellers netting about 98% of asking. That points to a balanced market where well-priced homes move but buyers still have negotiating room, especially on just reduced listings.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
Carrying costs are modest here — the median HOA is $63/month and the median property tax is $3,920/year. Many single-family neighborhoods have low or no HOA, though planned communities and gated communities will carry higher dues.
What schools serve Plant City?+
Commonly assigned schools include Plant City High School and Strawberry Crest High School, Marshall, Tomlin and Turkey Creek middle schools, and Knights Elementary School. Zoning depends on your exact address, so confirm the assigned schools for any specific home with Hillsborough County Public Schools before you buy.
How is the commute from Plant City?+
Downtown Tampa is about 26 minutes and Tampa International Airport roughly 37, making it workable for Tampa commuters. The city also sits roughly midway to Orlando — about 50 minutes to Walt Disney World and 67 to Downtown Orlando — so day trips east are realistic.
Is there new construction in Plant City?+
Yes — 68 of the active listings are new construction, a meaningful share of the market. Builders are active on the edges of town, so buyers wanting a brand-new home can compare floor plans against the resale inventory by viewing new construction.
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