Homes zoned forLennard High School
Waterfront living south of Tampa's bustle
1,100
Homes for sale
$344,995
Median list price
$209
Avg price / sqft
66
Median days on market
The Lennard High School zone covers a swath of Apollo Beach, the canal-laced community on Tampa Bay's southeastern shore where boat lifts are as common as driveways. It's a place built for people who want the water close — whether that means a backyard dock, a pool, or a quick run out to the bay — without giving up the practicality of newer suburban neighborhoods. Families cluster around schools like Eisenhower Middle School and Apollo Beach Elementary School, while a steady stream of new construction keeps drawing buyers south from the city.
For a buyer today, this is one of the more approachable corners of the Tampa Bay market. The median list price sits at $342,750 and homes are closing at a median of $330,000, with sellers collecting about 98% of asking — a balanced market where well-priced homes move and overpriced ones linger through the 65-day median on market. With 1,100 active listings spanning everything from $70,000 condos to multimillion-dollar waterfront estates, there's real range here; browse Apollo Beach homes for sale or scan the live map to see where the value lands.
Lennard High School is an attendance zone in Sun City Center, Florida.
Quick facts
$70,000 – $17M price range
1,855 sqft median home
$108/mo median HOA
$2,300/mo median rent
2,719 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Lennard High School zone
The Lennard High School zone takes in much of Apollo Beach, the waterfront community on the southeastern side of Tampa Bay. This is a place defined by water — a network of canals feeds out to the bay, and boat lifts, docks, and pools are standard features rather than luxuries. The feel is suburban and newer than central Tampa, with planned neighborhoods, gated enclaves, and a steady pace of residential construction.
It suits a broad range of buyers. Boaters and waterfront buyers gravitate here for the direct bay access, while families settle around the local elementary and middle schools and commuters appreciate being within reach of Tampa's job centers. With 335 gated listings and 133 pool homes currently active, the inventory leans toward the kind of newer, amenity-minded living that draws people south out of the city.
At the same time, the zone has range. You'll find modest condos and starter homes at the low end and sprawling waterfront estates at the top, so it isn't a one-note market. That mix makes it a practical landing spot whether you're buying your first home or your last one.
Schools for homes in the Lennard High School zone
The zone is anchored by Lennard High School, the assigned high school for homes in this part of Apollo Beach. Younger students are served by neighborhood schools including Eisenhower Middle School, Apollo Beach Elementary School, and Doby Elementary School, which together form the feeder pattern for much of the area.
School attendance boundaries in Hillsborough County are redrawn from time to time as enrollment and new construction shift. Because of that, a home that sits near a boundary line today may not be zoned the way you'd assume tomorrow.
Before you commit to any address based on its schools, confirm the current assignment directly with Hillsborough County Public Schools. A quick check against the district's official zone lookup for the exact street address is the only reliable way to be certain.
Homes for sale in the Lennard High School zone: prices and housing
The market here centers on a median list price of $342,750 and a median sold price of $330,000 over the past year. A typical home runs about 1,855 square feet, and the average price per square foot is $209. Prices span an unusually wide range — from $70,000 at the entry level up to $16.74 million for the most prominent waterfront properties — reflecting how varied the housing stock is.
Waterfront is a defining segment, with 215 active listings offering canal or bay access, and 65 homes are currently priced at $1 million or more. Pools appear on 133 active listings, and gated communities account for 335. New construction is a significant piece of the picture, with 121 active listings, so buyers who want a newer or move-in-ready home have genuine choice.
On carrying costs, the median HOA is about $110 per month and median property taxes run roughly $5,418 per year. Both can vary widely by community — gated and newer developments often carry higher HOA dues or additional CDD assessments — so always review the full cost picture for a specific home before making an offer.
Getting around from the Lennard High School zone
Location is one of the practical draws here. Downtown Tampa is about a 33-minute drive, which keeps the city's jobs, sports, and dining within comfortable reach for people who want to live on the water rather than in the urban core. Tampa International Airport sits roughly 45 minutes away, a reasonable distance for frequent travelers.
The community connects to the interstate corridor that runs up the eastern edge of Tampa Bay, which carries most of the commuter traffic toward Tampa and the broader region. That access is a big part of why the area has grown — it balances a quieter, water-oriented lifestyle with real connectivity.
As with any Tampa Bay suburb, expect heavier traffic during peak commute hours. Factor in a little extra time for weekday morning and evening drives toward the city.
Is the Lennard High School zone a good fit?
This zone makes the most sense for buyers who want water access, newer homes, or a gated community without paying the premium of some of the region's pricier addresses. The balanced market — 1,100 active listings, 2,725 sales in the past year, and sellers getting about 98% of asking — gives buyers room to negotiate while still being an area that moves. If a backyard dock or a pool is on your list, the inventory here is built for that.
The trade-offs are worth weighing honestly. The median 65.5 days on market means this isn't a frenzied market, which is good for buyers but signals you should price and prepare carefully if you're selling. Carrying costs beyond the mortgage — HOA dues, CDD assessments in newer communities, and the roughly $5,418 median tax bill — can add up, so run the full numbers.
For families, the practical step is confirming school assignments for the exact address you're considering, since boundaries change. Overall, if you want waterfront-adjacent Florida living with a real commute to Tampa and a range of price points, the Lennard zone is a sensible and well-supplied place to look. Start with Apollo Beach homes for sale to get a feel for what's available.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$2,350,000
1317 JUMANA LOOP, APOLLO BEACH
4 bd · 5 ba · 4,820 sqft
$735,000
16035 CAPE CORAL DRIVE, WIMAUMA
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,077 sqft
$629,000
5614 FREESTONE CIRCLE, APOLLO BEACH
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,257 sqft
$439,995
5611 LIMELIGHT DRIVE, APOLLO BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,018 sqft
$398,990
15035 SHELLEY LANE, WIMAUMA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,020 sqft
$397,990
15031 SHELLEY LANE, WIMAUMA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,020 sqft
$385,990
1219 12TH STREET SE, RUSKIN
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,020 sqft
$375,000
357 CASCADE BEND DRIVE, RUSKIN
5 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,427 sqft
$375,000
1612 N PEBBLE BEACH BOULEVARD, SUN CITY CENTER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,441 sqft
$367,000
1209 ACE OUTLAW AVENUE, RUSKIN
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,866 sqft
$359,990
2540 WHITE LADYFISH ROAD, WIMAUMA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,439 sqft
$349,900
408 CRICHTON STREET, RUSKIN
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,529 sqft
Every active listing inside the Lennard High School attendance boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Lennard High School market
2,719
Sold, last 12 months
$330,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
52 days
Median time to sell
Lennard High School vs Sun City Center
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 2.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Lennard High School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Lennard High School home
≈ $2,587/mo
$344,995 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$108/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$2,300/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
111,937
Median age
52
Median income
$74,323
Median home value
$316,750
Beyond the listings
Living in Lennard High School
Food & Drink
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.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
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.
Hobbies & Interests
Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Hobbies & Interests
Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Straight answers
Lennard High School FAQs
Is the Lennard High School zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want waterfront or newer suburban homes with an easy shot into Tampa. The area draws families and boaters alike, with elementary and middle schools like Doby Elementary School serving neighborhoods across the zone. If you value canal access, pools, and gated communities, this part of Apollo Beach delivers.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's moderately priced for the Tampa Bay region — the median list price is $342,750 and the median sold price over the past year was $330,000. The range is wide, running from $70,000 on the low end up to $16.74 million for premier waterfront, so there's room at most budgets. Average price per square foot sits at $209.
What do homes cost in the Lennard zone?+
Expect a median around $330,000 to $342,750 for a typical home of about 1,855 square feet. Waterfront and luxury properties push much higher — 65 active listings are priced at $1 million or more — while condos and smaller homes start near $70,000. You can filter the full inventory on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and active, with 1,100 homes listed and 2,725 sold over the last 12 months. Sellers are getting about 98% of asking on average, and the median time on market is 65.5 days — meaning fairly priced homes sell but buyers still have negotiating room. Don't expect bidding wars across the board.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $110 per month, which is reasonable, though gated and amenity-heavy communities can charge more. Median property tax is roughly $5,418 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA and CDD obligations for any address, since newer communities often carry additional assessments.
What schools serve this area?+
This is the Lennard High School attendance zone, with feeder schools including Eisenhower Middle School, Apollo Beach Elementary School, and Doby Elementary School. Boundaries shift over time, so verify the exact zone for a specific home directly with Hillsborough County Public Schools before you buy.
How is the commute to Tampa?+
Downtown Tampa is about a 33-minute drive, and Tampa International Airport is roughly 45 minutes out. The area connects to the interstate system that runs up the eastern shore of the bay, making this a realistic base for city commuters who want more space and water access.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes — 121 of the active listings are new construction, a meaningful share of the market. Buyers wanting a newer home with modern layouts and fewer immediate repairs have solid options here. Check Apollo Beach homes for sale to compare new builds against resale inventory.
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Other Sun City Center 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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