Neighborhood · Tarpon Springs, Florida
Fresh Water Estates
Quiet Lakeside Living Near Lake Tarpon
1
Homes for sale
$729,900
Median list price
$308
Avg price / sqft
62
Median days on market
Fresh Water Estates sits in the greener, freshwater side of Tarpon Springs, a short drive from the Gulf sponge docks and the Greek waterfront that give this corner of Pinellas County its character. It's a small residential pocket with room to breathe, homes on generous lots, and neighbors like Pine Ridge At Lake Tarpon and Sunset Hills rounding out the area. Families here are zoned for Highland Lakes Elementary School and Tarpon Springs High School, and Tampa International is roughly 40 minutes down the road.
The market here is genuinely small, so inventory moves fast when it shows up. Right now there's a single active listing at $749,900, while the six homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $525,000 — a reminder that what's for sale now skews to the higher, waterfront end. Sellers have been getting about 98% of asking with a median 27 days on market, so serious buyers should watch the live map and be ready to move on the right Tarpon Springs home.
Fresh Water Estates is a community in Tarpon Springs, Florida.
Quick facts
$729,900 – $730K price range
2,370 sqft median home
5 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Fresh Water Estates
Every active listing inside the Fresh Water Estates boundary
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By feature — on the live map
The numbers that matter
The Fresh Water Estates market
5
Sold, last 12 months
$535,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
59 days
Median time to sell
Fresh Water Estates vs Tarpon Springs
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 45.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Fresh Water Estates boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Fresh Water Estates is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Fresh Water Estates home
≈ $4,609/mo
$729,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
386
Median age
60
Median income
$86,154
Median home value
$438,200
Beyond the listings
Living in Fresh Water Estates
Emotional
Top 12% in the U.S.Awestruck
Great things are meant to be shared, and this population is eager to show others what they find to be amazing, beautiful and exciting.
Entertainment
Top 12% in the U.S.Live & Local Music
This population follows the music. From local bands to current acts at the local venue, you can find these people researching band tours and how to get backstage passes.
Lifestyles
Top 15% in the U.S.Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Relationships
Top 15% in the U.S.Love & Romance
Love is in the air when this population is present. Includes people expressing their feelings for significant others in special ways. Common activities include anniversaries and date nights.
Culture
Top 16% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Emotional
Top 16% in the U.S.Gratitude
From generous tipping to standing ovations, this population has a way with giving someone a pat on the back.
Straight answers
Fresh Water Estates FAQs
Is Fresh Water Estates a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established residential area on the freshwater side of Tarpon Springs, with larger lots and easy access to the Gulf waterfront and Greektown. Families are drawn to the school zoning, and Tampa International is only about 40 minutes away. It suits buyers who want space and calm without giving up proximity to the coast.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
Prices land in the mid-to-upper range for the area. The one active listing is at $749,900, while homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $525,000. The gap reflects a small market where the current inventory skews toward the higher, waterfront end.
What do homes cost in Fresh Water Estates?+
Recent sales came in at a median of $525,000 across six homes over the last 12 months, and pricing runs around $316 per square foot on a median home size near 2,370 sqft. The current active listing is priced at $749,900. You can track new listings as they appear on the live map.
How is the market right now?+
It's tight and quick. Homes have been selling at a median of 27 days on market, and sellers are getting about 98% of their asking price. With only one active listing today, well-priced homes don't sit long.
What should I expect for HOA and property taxes?+
Property taxes run around $6,640 a year based on recent sales in the area. HOA figures aren't reported for the current inventory, which is common in smaller established neighborhoods. Always confirm any dues and assessments on a specific property before you write an offer.
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