1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18, TAMPA, FL, 33606
Active35 days on marketListed Aug 17, 2026MLS #TB8539588
About this home
1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18
2 BEDROOM | 1 BATH | HYDE PARK / SOHO LOCATION Live in the heart of South Tampa in this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo for under $2000 per month! This lovely condo is located in the highly sought-after Hyde Park district. Positioned along vibrant South Howard Avenue (SoHo), this second-floor residence places you just steps from top-rated restaurants, cafés, and nightlife—and less than a 5-minute walk to scenic Bayshore Boulevard. This bright and airy unit features an open-concept layout with hardwood flooring throughout, a spacious living and dining area, and central air conditioning for year-round comfort. The kitchen is fully equipped with a breakfast bar and additional dining space, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. An in-unit washer and dryer add to the home’s convenience. Both bedrooms are generously sized with ample closet space and natural light, while the well-appointed bathroom offers excellent storage and functionality. Residents enjoy access to a gated, two resort-style swimming pools, bike storage, on-site management, and plentiful free parking. Water, sewer, and trash services are all included in the rent. Perfectly situated near the University of Tampa, Tampa General Hospital, MacDill Air Force Base, and downtown Tampa, this location also offers quick access to major highways. Tampa International Airport is just under 20 minutes away, and University of South Florida is approximately a 30-minute drive. Enjoy the charm of tree-lined streets, historic character, and unbeatable walkability in one of Tampa’s most desirable neighborhoods. This is South Tampa living at its finest—schedule your showing today! Furniture does not convey.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
792
Sqft
0 ac
Lot size
1962
Year built
Two
Levels
$3
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$174 /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
$174/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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
$3 vs $292
Days on market
35 vs 43 typical
Where $3/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 Bayshore Gardens
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Bayshore Gardens — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,427
Median age
58
Median income
$110,956
Median home value
$608,093
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
195
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 → $435K
Tampa median sold, yr/yr
97.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
241 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 100% below the TAMPA 33606 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18
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$260,000
1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C12 · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 792 sqft · $328/sqft · 130 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$249,900
1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C-1 · same community
2 bd · 1 ba · 792 sqft · $316/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$180,000
1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT B24 · same community
1 bd · 1 ba · 551 sqft · $327/sqft · 159 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 1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18 — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18 — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18 FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $174/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Are pets allowed at 1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 $1,995, this home is listed about 100% below the Tampa median of $449,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1301 S HOWARD AVENUE UNIT C18?+
Plant High School (high), Mitchell Elementary School (elementary), Wilson Middle School (middle), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the TAMPA 33606 market on paper
$1,995 is 100% below the TAMPA 33606 median of $595,000, and at $3/sqft it sits under the Tampa average of $343.
02Strong assigned schools
Plant High School, Mitchell Elementary School, Wilson Middle School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Plant High School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
03The price has already moved
Listed at $2,100, now $1,995 — a $105 cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of BAY VILLA REALTY · Jan Bado. MLS #TB8539588.
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