Homes zoned forCork Elementary School
Room to spread out east of Tampa
16
Homes for sale
$639,500
Median list price
$323
Avg price / sqft
61
Median days on market
The Cork Elementary zone sits on the greener, more rural side of Plant City, where larger lots and newer homes trade the density of the city for elbow room. It's the kind of area that suits families who want space, a garage for the boat or truck, and a reasonable commute to Tampa without paying Tampa prices. Buyers here compare notes between the Strawberry Crest High School and Plant City High School corridors, and most are shopping with a specific school zone in mind.
The market reality is a split between entry-level and move-up: the 15 active listings in the broader Plant City range run from $175,000 all the way to $874,900, with a median list of $629,000. Homes that sold over the last year closed at a median of $461,750 — a reminder that list prices skew toward the larger, newer product currently on the market. With sellers getting about 98% of asking and a 66-day median time on market, this is a measured market where well-priced homes move and ambitious ones sit. Browse the live map to see where the inventory actually is.
Cork Elementary School is an attendance zone in Plant City, Florida.
Quick facts
$175,000 – $1.1M price range
2,281 sqft median home
$25/mo median HOA
$2,085/mo median rent
77 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Cork Elementary zone
The Cork Elementary zone occupies the greener, more rural eastern side of Plant City, a town known for agriculture and larger residential lots. It's an area defined less by a downtown and more by the rhythm of a quieter Hillsborough County community, where you'll find room between homes and space for a workshop, boat or RV. The trade-off for that room is a car-dependent lifestyle — this is not a walkable neighborhood, and daily errands mean driving.
The zone tends to attract families and move-up buyers who have outgrown denser Tampa suburbs and want more house and land for their money. Pools are a common feature here, which makes sense given the long Florida summers. Buyers who prize space, newer construction and a slower pace will feel at home; those who want urban amenities within walking distance should look elsewhere.
Because the area straddles different school corridors, many buyers shop with a specific attendance zone in mind. The Plant City market overall offers a range of price points, and this part of it leans toward larger properties. It's worth touring in person to understand how rural the setting can feel block by block.
Schools for homes in the Cork Elementary zone
This page covers the Cork Elementary School attendance zone, so the assigned elementary school is Cork Elementary itself. For middle and high school, families in the broader Plant City area are commonly served by schools including Marshall Middle School and Tomlin Middle School, along with Plant City High School and Strawberry Crest High School.
Knights Elementary School is another nearby campus in the area. The exact mix of schools assigned to any given home depends on where that home sits within Hillsborough County's boundaries.
School attendance zones change, and the assignment for a specific address isn't something to assume. Always confirm the current zoned schools directly with Hillsborough County Public Schools before you write an offer, especially if a particular school is a deciding factor in your purchase.
Homes for sale in the Cork Elementary zone: prices and housing
There are 15 active listings in the Plant City range tied to this area, priced from $175,000 to $874,900 with a median list of $629,000. The average price works out to about $266 per square foot, and the typical home measures around 2,284 square feet. That median list skews high because the current inventory leans toward larger, newer homes — a useful thing to know when you compare it against what's actually been selling.
Over the past 12 months, 78 homes sold at a median price of $461,750, and sellers collected roughly 98% of their asking price on average. The median home spent about 66 days on the market, which points to a balanced pace where pricing discipline matters. Of the active listings, five include a private pool and one is new construction; there are no gated, golf or 55+ communities currently represented in the data, and no homes listed above $1 million.
Ongoing costs here are modest for the region. The median HOA fee is about $25 per month and median property taxes run around $4,147 per year, though both vary by community and assessed value. If you'd rather rent in the area first, the median rent is around $2,085 per month. You can see current inventory on the live map.
Getting around from the Cork Elementary zone
This is a drive-first area, so your commute math starts with the car. Downtown Tampa is about 25 minutes away, which makes the zone realistic for people working in the city who want more space at home. Tampa International Airport is roughly 37 minutes out, convenient for frequent travelers.
The Orlando side is reachable for day trips and theme-park visits: Walt Disney World is about an hour away and Orlando International Airport around 72 minutes. Interstate 4 is the main east-west artery connecting the Tampa and Orlando metros, and it's the backbone of most longer trips from this part of Hillsborough County.
Within the zone itself, expect to rely on your vehicle for groceries, schools and daily errands. There's no walkable commercial core here, so factor driving time into your routine. Buyers who commute daily should test-drive their route at rush hour before committing.
Is the Cork Elementary zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong match for buyers who want space, newer homes and lower carrying costs while staying within commuting distance of Tampa. The modest HOA fees, reasonable property taxes and the frequency of private pools make it practical for family living. If your priority is square footage and lot size over walkability, this is a sensible place to shop.
The honest trade-offs are real. It's a car-dependent, rural-leaning area without urban amenities nearby, and the current inventory skews toward higher-priced, larger homes — so entry-level buyers will need patience and should watch for the lower end of the range. With homes taking about 66 days to sell and sellers netting 98% of asking, you have some negotiating room on listings that have lingered, but well-priced homes still move.
If the space and commute balance works for you, the next step is to confirm the school zone for any specific address with Hillsborough County and tour a few homes across the price range. The gap between the $629,000 median list and the $461,750 median sold price tells you there's variety here worth exploring. Browse current Plant City homes for sale to get a feel for what fits your budget.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$1,125,000
5711 MILEY ROAD, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 1 ba · 960 sqft
$285,000
5566 HARVEY TEW ROAD, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 2 ba · 924 sqft
$175,000
3807 ROOSTER LANE, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 920 sqft
$675,000
2510 FRITZKE ROAD, DOVER
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,792 sqft
$874,900$895,000
3810 BARTON COUNTRY TRAIL, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,345 sqft
$650,000$655,000
6207 STORCK ACRES LANE, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,278 sqft
$249,900$265,000
3810 COOPER ROAD, PLANT CITY
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,479 sqft
$549,900$569,900
5106 THONOTOSASSA ROAD, PLANT CITY
5 bd · 3 ba · 2,032 sqft
$760,000$775,000
4608 HOLBROOK ROAD, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,327 sqft
$269,900
4404 PLATT ROAD, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,404 sqft
$499,000$550,000
6202 STAFFORD ROAD, PLANT CITY
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,284 sqft
$579,900$599,900
3708 JOE SANCHEZ RD, PLANT CITY
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,164 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Cork Elementary School market
77
Sold, last 12 months
$442,500
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
15 days
Median time to sell
Cork Elementary School vs Plant City
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 13.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Cork Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Cork Elementary School home
≈ $3,954/mo
$639,500 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$25/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,085/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
7,467
Median age
45
Median income
$75,101
Median home value
$266,979
Beyond the listings
Living in Cork Elementary School
Food & Drink
Top 20% in the U.S.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.
Lifestyles
Top 21% in the U.S.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.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Food & Drink
Wine Lovers
It's all about the grape. This population enjoys a trip to the vineyard to learn about wine and sharing a good bottle with friends and family.
Hobbies & Interests
Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Straight answers
Cork Elementary School FAQs
Is the Cork Elementary zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want more space and newer homes in a quieter part of Plant City while staying within about 25 minutes of downtown Tampa. The lower density and larger lots are the main appeal, along with pools on about a third of current listings. It's a better fit for drivers than for those who want walkable amenities.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's mid-range for the Tampa area. The median list price is $629,000, but that reflects the larger, newer homes on the market now — homes actually sold over the past year at a median of $461,750. You'll find Plant City homes from the mid-$100,000s up to the mid-$800,000s depending on size, age and lot.
What do homes cost in the Cork Elementary zone?+
Active listings span $175,000 to $874,900, with a median list of $629,000 and an average of $266 per square foot. The typical home runs about 2,284 square feet. The gap between list and recent sold prices means there's real variety across price points.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and measured. The median home takes about 66 days to sell, and sellers are netting roughly 98% of their asking price, so sharp pricing matters. Buyers have leverage on listings that have sat, but well-priced homes still move.
What are the HOA fees and property taxes like?+
Carrying costs here are low. The median HOA is about $25 per month and median property taxes run around $4,147 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA and tax figures for any individual home, since they vary by community and assessed value.
What schools serve this zone?+
This is the Cork Elementary School attendance zone. Nearby secondary schools in the Plant City area include Strawberry Crest High School, Plant City High School, Marshall Middle School and Tomlin Middle School. Always confirm the exact assigned schools for a specific address with Hillsborough County, since boundaries change.
What's the commute like?+
Downtown Tampa is about 25 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 37 minutes. If you head toward Orlando, Walt Disney World is about an hour and Orlando International Airport around 72 minutes. The area is car-dependent, so plan your routes around the main east-west corridors.
Is there new construction available?+
There is some, but it's limited — one of the 15 active listings is currently new construction. Buyers wanting new builds should move quickly when inventory appears or expand their search, since most homes here are resale. Check the live map for what's currently listed.
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Other Plant City school zones
Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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