
Homes for sale inThonotosassa, Florida
Lakeside acreage minutes from downtown Tampa
56
Homes for sale
$497,404
Median list price
$296
Avg price / sqft
51
Median days on market
Thonotosassa sits on the northeast edge of Hillsborough County, where Lake Thonotosassa and a scattering of smaller lakes give the area its rural, room-to-breathe character. This is horse-property and big-lot country — you'll find single-family homes on real acreage, waterfront homes along the shoreline, and a handful of manufactured and mobile homes in the mix, all within a 23-minute drive of downtown Tampa.
For a buyer today, the market is wide-ranging: 56 active listings span from $90,000 to nearly $19 million, with a median list price of $497,404. That spread reflects everything from modest parcels to sprawling estates, and with 15 listings priced above $1 million alongside more affordable options, it pays to know your segment. Homes sell at about 97% of asking and take a median of 50.5 days, so there's room to negotiate without the frenzy of tighter Tampa submarkets — browse just reduced listings or homes with a pool to see where the value sits.
Thonotosassa is in Hillsborough County, Florida.
Quick facts
$90,000 – $19M price range
2,333 sqft median home
$2,680/mo median rent
Balanced right now
Drive times
Living in Thonotosassa
Thonotosassa is an unincorporated community in northeast Hillsborough County, built around Lake Thonotosassa — the largest lake in the county — and a cluster of smaller waters. It has long been a rural, agricultural pocket of the Tampa Bay region, and that character still defines it: large lots, horse properties, and homes set back from the road. The pace is quieter here than in suburban Tampa, and the trade-off for that space is a less dense amenity base.
The area appeals to buyers who value land and privacy over walkability. You'll find people who keep horses, boats or RVs, who want a workshop or a few acres, and who don't mind driving a bit for shopping and services. The payoff is that downtown Tampa and the airport remain genuinely close — this isn't remote country, just a slower corner of a major metro.
Housing here runs the full spectrum, from modest manufactured and mobile homes to multimillion-dollar lakefront estates. That mix means Thonotosassa can serve a first-time buyer hunting value and a luxury buyer wanting a private compound within the same ZIP code. It's a place defined more by lot and lifestyle than by a single neighborhood identity.
Neighborhoods and communities in Thonotosassa
Much of Thonotosassa is unplatted acreage rather than formal subdivisions, which is why a large share of the inventory is individual parcels with little or no HOA. This is where you find the horse properties, the deep lots, and the custom homes that give the area its rural feel. Buyers chasing privacy and land tend to focus here.
At the upper end, Stonelake Ranch Ph 1 is the area's signature luxury community — a gated, estate-oriented enclave that accounts for much of the high end of the market. It's the natural landing spot for buyers drawn to the 15 active listings priced above $1 million. If a guard gate and larger estate lots are on your list, explore the gated communities and luxury homes ($1m+) segments.
Evergreen South rounds out the notable communities, offering a more conventional neighborhood setting. Because the local inventory is small — 56 active listings in total — it's worth watching new listings and open houses this week closely, since the right property in the right pocket doesn't stay available long.
Homes for sale in Thonotosassa: prices and housing
The median list price in Thonotosassa is $497,404, but that single number hides enormous range: active listings run from $90,000 to $18,900,000. The average price works out to about $296 per square foot against a median home size of 2,333 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 131 homes sold at a median price of $457,440, with sellers receiving roughly 97% of asking on average.
The housing mix is dominated by single-family homes — 48 of the active listings — with a handful of manufactured homes, mobile homes and a couple of condominiums filling out the lower price tiers. Among active listings, 18 have a pool, 7 are waterfront, 7 are gated, and 16 are new construction, giving buyers meaningful choice across lifestyle features. There are no golf-course or dedicated 55+ communities in the current inventory, so buyers seeking those should plan to look in neighboring areas.
Carrying costs are reasonable for the size of property on offer: the median HOA is about $89 per month and median property tax is roughly $3,621 per year, with many acreage parcels carrying no HOA at all. With a median of 50.5 days on market, this is not a frantic market, so there's typically room to inspect, negotiate and act deliberately. Watching the just reduced listings can help you spot sellers ready to deal.
Schools in Thonotosassa
Thonotosassa is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools, and the most commonly assigned elementary schools in the area are Bailey Elementary School and Thonotosassa Elementary School. Because the community covers a large, mostly rural footprint, school assignments can vary noticeably from one address to another.
For middle and high school assignments, and to confirm the exact elementary zone for a specific property, use the Hillsborough County Public Schools boundary locator by street address. This matters more than usual here, where parcels can sit far apart and zone lines don't always follow neighborhood boundaries.
Families should also factor in commute distance to schools given the rural layout, and ask about bus service for a given address during due diligence. Confirming the zone before you make an offer is the safest approach.
Getting around Thonotosassa
Despite its rural feel, Thonotosassa is well positioned for getting around the Tampa Bay region. Downtown Tampa is about a 23-minute drive, and Tampa International Airport is roughly 36 minutes away, which keeps both work commutes and travel manageable. Interstate 4 and I-75 are both nearby, giving quick access across the metro and beyond.
For trips to Central Florida, Walt Disney World is about 73 minutes away via I-4, making an Orlando day trip realistic. The area's road network is built around highway access rather than local walkability, so a car is essential for daily life here.
Within Thonotosassa itself, expect country roads and longer distances between destinations — part of the trade-off for the space and privacy. Buyers used to suburban convenience should drive the commute at rush hour before committing.
Is Thonotosassa a good place to live?
Thonotosassa is a strong choice for buyers who want land, lakes and privacy while staying inside the Tampa metro. The combination of acreage, waterfront homes and a 23-minute drive to downtown is hard to replicate closer to the city. With a median list price of $497,404 and listings running from $90,000 to nearly $19 million, there's a genuine entry point for value hunters and a real luxury tier for estate buyers alike.
The honest trade-offs are density and convenience. This is not a walkable area, amenities are spread out, and there are no golf or 55+ communities in the current inventory, so some buyers will need to look elsewhere for those features. The small active inventory — just 56 listings — also means patience can be required to find the right property.
For the right buyer, though, the math works: modest carrying costs, a measured market where homes sell near asking in about 50 days, and the space to live the way you want. If land and a slower pace matter more to you than sidewalks and shops, Thonotosassa deserves a close look — start with the single-family homes and new construction segments.
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Newest homes in Thonotosassa
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$425,000
9644 SUMMERS CAY CIRCLE, THONOTOSASSA
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,416 sqft

$18,900,000
11865 FORT KING HIGHWAY, THONOTOSASSA
6 bd · 12 ba · 31,550 sqft

$130,000
10613 BAY HILLS CIRCLE, THONOTOSASSA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,352 sqft

$850,000
12114 HAZEN AVENUE, THONOTOSASSA
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,941 sqft

$547,310
11137 SYCAMORE GLEN LOOP, THONOTOSASSA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,894 sqft

$563,820
11150 SYCAMORE GLEN LOOP, THONOTOSASSA
5 bd · 4 ba · 2,894 sqft

$520,990
11112 SYCAMORE GLEN LOOP, THONOTOSASSA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,894 sqft

$3,299,900
12125 STONELAKE RANCH BOULEVARD, THONOTOSASSA
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 7,098 sqft

$469,980
11134 SYCAMORE GLEN LOOP, THONOTOSASSA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft

$460,010
11135 SYCAMORE GLEN LOOP, THONOTOSASSA
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,850 sqft

$496,500
11128 SYCAMORE GLEN LOOP, THONOTOSASSA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,230 sqft

$5,950,000
12326 STONELAKE RANCH BOULEVARD, THONOTOSASSA
6 bd · 6.5 ba · 9,428 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Thonotosassa market
Balanced
5.5 months of inventory
Supply and demand are roughly even — negotiation cuts both ways.
130
Sold, last 12 months
$458,720
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
33 days
Median time to sell
Thonotosassa vs Hillsborough County
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 5.3% yr/yr
Homes on the market
▲ 9.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — listings and closed sales in Thonotosassa, FL. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in thin markets.
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Thonotosassa neighborhoods
Show all 2 Thonotosassa neighborhoods A–ZHide the full neighborhood list+
Neighborhood boundaries by edgeAI — listings matched to the actual polygon, not agent-entered subdivision names.
For the school run
School zones with homes for sale
Homes matched to official attendance boundaries — always verify zoning with the district.
Beyond the listings
Living in Thonotosassa
Real acreage near the city
Thonotosassa offers horse property and large lots while keeping downtown Tampa just 23 minutes away.
Lakefront living
Seven active waterfront listings front Lake Thonotosassa and nearby waters for buyers who want their own shoreline.
A genuine luxury tier
Fifteen active listings are priced above $1 million, including estates in communities like Stonelake Ranch.
New construction available
Sixteen of the 56 active listings are new construction, a meaningful share for a rural submarket.
Low carrying costs
Median HOA runs just $89/month and median property tax is $3,621/year — modest for the size of property you get.
Population
15,764
Median age
40.7
Median income
$71,272
Median home value
$312,300
What people here are into
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.
Beliefs
Spiritual Practices
Making it to church on Sunday, this population is drawn together by their devotion to, primarily Christian, religion. Common activities include worship services and bible studies.
Relationships
Happily Ever After
Whether it's the stress of wedding planning or looking back on that special day, this population has their eyes and hearts focused on lifelong commitment.
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.
Food & Drink
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.
Appearance oriented
Men's Style
This population is all about finding the latest in men's style - from fashion to grooming. Captures guys looking to stay on trend and significant others assisting with shopping.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Thonotosassa home
≈ $3,222/mo
$497,404 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
11%
In a FEMA flood zone
Ask about flood insurance early — it changes the payment
$2,680/mo
Median rent
7 homes for rent right now
Straight answers
Thonotosassa real estate FAQs
Is Thonotosassa a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want space, lakes and a rural pace without giving up access to the city — downtown Tampa is about 23 minutes away and Tampa International Airport roughly 36 minutes. The area leans toward single-family homes on acreage and waterfront homes, so it's a strong fit for anyone wanting room for horses, boats or a workshop. It's less suited to buyers who want walkable shops and dense amenities.
Is Thonotosassa expensive?+
It's a market of extremes rather than a single price point: the median list price is $497,404, but listings range from $90,000 all the way to $18,900,000. With 15 active listings above $1 million and more affordable parcels at the lower end, your experience depends entirely on which segment you target — you can browse by price to find the tier that fits.
What do homes cost in Thonotosassa?+
The median list price is $497,404 and the average is about $296 per square foot, with a median home size of 2,333 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 131 homes sold at a median price of $457,440, and sellers collected roughly 97% of their asking price on average.
How is the Thonotosassa market right now?+
There are 56 active listings and homes take a median of 50.5 days to sell, which is a measured, unhurried pace that leaves room to negotiate. With sellers getting about 97% of asking, reasonable offers are landing close to list — checking the just reduced listings can surface the best opportunities.
What are HOA fees and property taxes like?+
Carrying costs here are modest: the median HOA is about $89 per month and the median property tax is roughly $3,621 per year. Many larger acreage properties carry little or no HOA at all, while gated communities like Stonelake Ranch will sit on the higher end — you can filter gated communities to compare.
What schools serve Thonotosassa?+
The most commonly assigned schools are Bailey Elementary School and Thonotosassa Elementary School. Because this is a large rural area within Hillsborough County, zoning varies by address, so confirm the exact assignment with the Hillsborough County Public Schools locator before you buy.
How is the commute from Thonotosassa?+
Downtown Tampa is about a 23-minute drive and Tampa International Airport roughly 36 minutes, with Interstate 4 and I-75 both close by for regional travel. Walt Disney World is about 73 minutes away, making day trips to Orlando practical.
Is there new construction in Thonotosassa?+
Yes — 16 of the 56 active listings are new construction, a solid share for a rural market. These range from single-family builds to larger estate homes, so it's worth browsing new construction alongside resale inventory to compare.
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