Homes zoned forGaither High School
Established North Tampa living with room to grow
140
Homes for sale
$390,000
Median list price
$262
Avg price / sqft
50
Median days on market
The Gaither High School zone covers a swath of north Tampa where mature, established neighborhoods sit within easy reach of the USF corridor and the interstate. It's an area that suits a wide range of buyers — families drawn to the schools, first-timers chasing value, and anyone who wants a straightforward commute to downtown without paying downtown prices. You'll find everything here from modest ranches to pool homes and the occasional waterfront property, which gives the zone a practical, lived-in feel rather than a manicured one.
For buyers today, this is a market with real choice: 136 active listings and a median list price of $390,000, with homes typically taking about 52 days to sell. Over the past year 515 homes changed hands at a median of $425,000, and sellers are getting roughly 98% of asking — a sign of a balanced market where well-priced homes move but there's still negotiating room. Browse the current Tampa homes for sale or explore the area on the live map to see how the segments compare.
Gaither High School is an attendance zone in Tampa, Florida.
Quick facts
$89,975 – $6.0M price range
1,490 sqft median home
$312/mo median HOA
$1,925/mo median rent
517 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Gaither High School zone
The Gaither High School zone sits in north Tampa, an established part of the city where neighborhoods have matured over decades rather than appearing overnight. It's close to the USF corridor and within an easy drive of downtown, which gives it a workaday, connected feel without the premium prices of Tampa's trendier interior districts. The area draws a broad cross-section of buyers — families, commuters, and first-timers looking for value in a central location.
The housing here reflects that practicality. You'll find modest single-family homes, pool properties, and a smaller set of gated-community and waterfront options rather than a single uniform style. That variety is part of the appeal: a buyer with a $300,000 budget and one with a $1 million budget can both find something, which keeps the zone's character grounded and genuinely mixed.
This isn't a master-planned bubble — it's real Tampa neighborhood living. For buyers who value location and value over polish, that's a strength. Explore current listings across the broader area among Tampa homes for sale to get a feel for the range before narrowing to this zone.
Schools for homes in the Gaither High School zone
The zone takes its name from Gaither High School, the assigned high school for much of this part of north Tampa. Families buying here are often doing so specifically with that assignment in mind, so it's worth understanding how the attendance boundaries work before committing to an address.
Nearby and partnership schools in the broader area include Madison Middle School, the Usf/Patel Partnership Elementary School, and the Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School. The specific schools assigned to any given home depend on its exact location within Hillsborough County's boundaries.
School attendance zones change from year to year, and a home on one street may feed into different schools than one a few blocks away. Always verify the current assigned schools for a specific address directly with Hillsborough County Public Schools rather than relying on a listing or a general area map. It's the single most important due-diligence step for buyers choosing a home for its schools.
Homes for sale in the Gaither High School zone: prices and housing
There are currently 136 active listings in the zone, with a median list price of $390,000 and an average of $261 per square foot. The median home measures about 1,471 square feet, and prices span an unusually wide range — from under $90,000 at the entry end to $6 million at the top. Over the last 12 months, 515 homes sold at a median price of $425,000, and sellers averaged about 98% of their asking price.
The inventory breaks into clear segments. Thirty-one active listings include a pool, 18 are in gated communities, and 12 are waterfront — a meaningful share for buyers seeking those features. At the luxury end, 11 listings are priced above $1 million, while the bulk of the market sits in the mid-range. New construction is scarce, with just 3 newly built homes currently listed, so most buyers here will be purchasing existing homes.
On carrying costs, the median HOA fee is about $304 per month, but many established homes in the zone have no HOA at all — it varies by community, so confirm for each property. Median property tax is roughly $3,775 per year. With a median rent of $1,900 per month, the area also holds interest for buyers weighing the rent-versus-own math. You can filter by segment and price on the live map.
Getting around from the Gaither High School zone
Location is one of this zone's strongest cards. Downtown Tampa is about a 20-minute drive, and Tampa International Airport is roughly 24 minutes away, putting both the city's employment core and its primary airport within easy reach. For commuters and frequent travelers, that central position is a practical everyday advantage.
North Tampa is served by major roads and interstate connections that feed into the wider metro, making trips across the region manageable from most points in the zone. As with anywhere in Tampa, drive times shift with rush-hour traffic, and your exact starting street within the zone will affect the numbers.
If a short, predictable commute matters to you, test-drive your actual route at the times you'd normally travel before you buy. The quoted times are a solid baseline, but firsthand experience of the roads is the best way to confirm the area fits your routine.
Is the Gaither High School zone a good fit?
This zone makes the most sense for buyers who prioritize central north Tampa location and value over newness and polish. With a $390,000 median list price and an average of $261 per square foot, it's more affordable than many Tampa neighborhoods, and the balanced market — 52 days on market, 98% of asking — gives buyers time and some negotiating room. Families focused on the Gaither High School assignment have a clear reason to look here.
The trade-offs are honest ones. New construction is nearly absent, so buyers wanting a brand-new home will find only 3 active options and may need patience. The housing stock is varied and established rather than uniform, which appeals to some and not others, and HOA and tax costs vary enough from property to property that careful per-home due diligence is essential.
On balance, this is a solid, practical choice for buyers who want a central Tampa base with genuine price range and good commute access. Confirm the school assignment for your specific address, test your commute, and review the carrying costs on any home you like. Start by browsing Tampa homes for sale and narrowing from there.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$660,000
13105 N BOULEVARD, TAMPA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,547 sqft
$441,600
4208 SUMMERDALE DRIVE, TAMPA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,899 sqft
$375,000
12414 MARJORY AVENUE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,614 sqft
$260,000
14326 VILLAGE VIEW DRIVE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,218 sqft
$725,000
5909 BROWDER ROAD, TAMPA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,629 sqft
$515,000
16222 E COURSE DRIVE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,857 sqft
$500,000
12505 HOLYOKE AVE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,748 sqft
$445,000
2806 CEDARIDGE DRIVE, TAMPA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,420 sqft
$354,900
2886 GRAND KEMERTON PLACE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,920 sqft
$350,000
2907 GRAND KEMERTON PLACE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,852 sqft
$315,000
16216 RAMBLING VINE DRIVE W, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,244 sqft
$299,999
14804 N BOULEVARD, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,464 sqft
Every active listing inside the Gaither High School attendance boundary
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The numbers that matter
The Gaither High School market
517
Sold, last 12 months
$425,000
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
22 days
Median time to sell
Gaither High School vs Tampa
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
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Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Gaither High School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Gaither High School home
≈ $2,892/mo
$390,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$312/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,925/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
50,689
Median age
43
Median income
$82,277
Median home value
$348,133
Beyond the listings
Living in Gaither High School
Entertainment
Top 20% in the U.S.Party Life
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Relationships
Top 24% in the U.S.Networking
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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.
Appearance oriented
Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Appearance oriented
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Attitudes
Deal Seekers
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Straight answers
Gaither High School FAQs
Is the Gaither High School zone a good place to live?+
It's a practical choice for buyers who want established north Tampa neighborhoods close to the USF area and a short hop to downtown. The mix of modest homes, pool properties, and a handful of waterfront and luxury listings means it works for a broad range of households. With Downtown Tampa about 20 minutes away, it balances convenience with value.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Compared to much of Tampa, this zone is relatively affordable, with a median list price of $390,000 and an average of $261 per square foot. Prices range widely — from under $90,000 up to $6 million — so there's room for both entry-level and luxury buyers. The 11 active listings above $1M sit alongside far more mid-market options.
What do homes cost in the Gaither zone?+
The median list price is $390,000 and the median home size is about 1,471 square feet, working out to roughly $261 per square foot on average. Over the last 12 months, 515 homes sold at a median price of $425,000. You can track current inventory on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's balanced and active — 136 homes are currently listed and the median time on market is about 52 days. Sellers are getting around 98% of their asking price on average, which signals realistic pricing on both sides. That combination gives buyers time to shop without a frenzied bidding environment.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee here is about $304 per month, though many homes in established neighborhoods carry no HOA at all — it depends heavily on the specific community. Median property tax runs around $3,775 per year. Always confirm both figures for a specific address before making an offer.
What are the schools like?+
This is the attendance zone for Gaither High School, and nearby options in the broader area include Madison Middle School and partnership schools like the Usf/Patel Partnership Elementary School. School boundaries change, so confirm the exact assigned schools for any address directly with Hillsborough County Public Schools before you buy.
How is the commute from this area?+
Downtown Tampa is roughly a 20-minute drive and Tampa International Airport about 24 minutes, with major north Tampa roads and interstate access nearby. That makes it a workable base for commuters heading downtown or travelers using TPA. Actual times vary with traffic and your exact starting point in the zone.
Is there new construction available?+
New construction is limited in this established area — just 3 of the 136 active listings are newly built. Most inventory here is existing homes, including 31 with pools and 18 in gated communities. Buyers set on new construction will have fewer choices and may need to act quickly when a listing appears.
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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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