Neighborhood · Tampa, Florida
West Bay
An easy Tampa base close to everything
4
Homes for sale
$474,450
Median list price
$242
Avg price / sqft
35
Median days on market
West Bay sits in a stretch of Tampa where getting around is refreshingly simple — Tampa International Airport is roughly 16 minutes out and downtown about 20, which puts work, travel, and weekend plans all within easy reach. It's a practical, settled part of the city, close in character to nearby Tampa neighborhoods like Gandy/sun Bay South and the walkable streets of Old Seminole Heights.
For buyers, this is a tight, fast-moving market: just 3 homes are active right now, with a median list price of $485,000 and homes selling in a median of 9 days. Over the past year 11 homes changed hands at a median sold price of $455,900, and sellers are collecting about 98% of asking — so when the right home appears, expect to move quickly. If inventory here is thin, it's worth widening the search to Lake Magdalene or the 40th Street Corridor.
West Bay is a community in Tampa, Florida.
Quick facts
$314,900 – $525K price range
1,852 sqft median home
$53/mo median HOA
10 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in West Bay
$463,900
10271 OASIS PALM DR, TAMPA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,852 sqft
$485,000
10274 OASIS PALM DRIVE, TAMPA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,852 sqft
$314,900
10259 VILLA PALAZZO COURT, TAMPA
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,703 sqft
$524,900$539,000
9029 WESTBAY BOULEVARD, TAMPA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,930 sqft
Every active listing inside the West Bay boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The West Bay market
10
Sold, last 12 months
$457,950
Median sold price
98%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
21 days
Median time to sell
West Bay vs Tampa
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 3.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the West Bay boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools West Bay is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median West Bay home
≈ $3,077/mo
$474,450 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$53/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
1,263
Median age
34
Median income
$94,452
Median home value
$320,501
Beyond the listings
Living in West Bay
Hobbies & Interests
Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Emotional
Happy Place
Expressing feelings of safety, comfort and happiness - especially with loved ones.
Food & Drink
Coffee Connoisseur
Morning java. Cup of Joe. Caffeine in an IV. Whatever they call it, this population loves coffee and the culture around it.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
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.
Beliefs
Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
People who close here
Our Tampa experts
Straight answers
West Bay FAQs
Is West Bay a good place to live?+
It's a practical, well-connected part of Tampa, with the airport about 16 minutes away and downtown around 20. Assigned schools include Bay Crest Elementary, Davidsen Middle, and Alonso High. The short commutes make it especially appealing if you value convenience over a big-name address.
Is West Bay expensive?+
It sits in a middle range for Tampa, with a median list price of $485,000 and homes averaging about $242 per square foot. The current active listings run from $314,900 to $539,000, so there's some spread depending on size and features. For context, nearby Gandy/sun Bay South offers another comparison point.
What do homes cost in West Bay?+
Current listings are priced with a median of $485,000, and over the past 12 months homes sold at a median of $455,900. The median home size is about 1,852 square feet at roughly $242 per square foot. With only 3 homes active, the selection is small but priced consistently.
How is the West Bay market right now?+
It's competitive and quick — the median days on market is just 9, and sellers are averaging 98% of their asking price. With 11 sales in the past year and only 3 homes active today, demand is outpacing supply. Buyers should be ready to make strong, timely offers.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA fee here is about $53 a month, which is modest by Tampa standards. Median property taxes run roughly $4,571 a year. Together those are reasonable carrying costs for a home in this price range.
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Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. 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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