12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE, TAMPA, FL, 33635
Active293 days on marketListed Oct 22, 2025MLS #TB8440730
About this home
12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE
WOW! THE SEASON OF GIVING HAS ARRIVED! SELLER WILL PROVIDE A $5000 CREDIT AT CLOSING IF PROPERTY GOES UNDER CONTRACT BEFORE 12/15! This GEORGOUS TOTALLY RENOVATED spacious open floorplan with five bedrooms and three and half bathrooms all located on one floor is ready to welcome its next family to their new home! The Owner’s Suite is located at the back of the home for privacy and features an ensuite bathroom with double vanity, walk-in closet, and shower. Bedrooms two and three are on the same side of the home and share the second bathroom, while bedrooms four and five are located at the front of the home on the opposite side and share the third bathroom. The kitchen is at the center of the home and overlooks both the dining room and living area. It features a center island, corner pantry, and plenty of cabinet and counter space. This home comes with all appliances, including refrigerator, dishwasher, range, microwave hood, washer, and dryer. A covered lanai at the back of the home provides the perfect spot to enjoy the Floridian outdoors or dine al fresco. The community offers many amenities including a pool, walking paths and more. Buy today and celebrate your Holidays in your new home!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,237
Sqft
0.15 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2019
Year built
One
Levels
$244
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$4,505 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
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Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$4,505/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Tampa actives
$244 vs $299
Days on market
293 vs 43 typical
Where $244/sqft sits among the 400 Tampa actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Tampa
Drive times from this address
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TAMPA 33635 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
19,415
Median age
40.1
Median income
$83,843
Median home value
$309,800
Avg household
2.58
Households w/ children
2,472
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Tampa market
$413K → $430K
Tampa median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
210 of 400
Tampa actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tampa, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 27% above the TAMPA 33635 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · May ’26$599,999
12506 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,362 sqft · $178/sqft · 31 DOM
Sold · May ’26$550,000
12507 BAY BRANCH COURT
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,234 sqft · $246/sqft · 45 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$640,000
12814 TWIN BRANCH ACRES ROAD
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,243 sqft · $285/sqft · 31 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Bridget McLennon
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,505/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $171/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE?+
The association fee works out to $171 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2024) was $8,697. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Tampa?+
At $545,000, this home is listed about 21% above the Tampa median of $449,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 12542 CANDLEBERRY CIRCLE?+
Lowry Elementary School (elementary), Farnell Middle School (middle), Alonso High School (high), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$545,000 runs 27% above the TAMPA 33635 median — but at 2,237 sqft it's also 41% larger than the typical Tampa listing.
02Time on market is leverage
293 days on market against a Tampa median of 43 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
03Strong assigned schools
Lowry Elementary School, Farnell Middle School, Alonso High School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Farnell Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $615,000, now $545,000 — a $70K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of THE WILMOTH GROUP · Jen Wilmoth. MLS #TB8440730.
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