8602 N ROME AVENUE, TAMPA, FL, 33604
Active43 days on marketListed Aug 31, 2026MLS #TB8543451
About this home
8602 N ROME AVENUE
TWO PLATTED LOTS totaling approximately .42 acres in the heart of Tampa — with an existing 3-bedroom home, additional full bath in the outbuilding, koi pond and intriguing future development potential! Situated at 8602 N Rome Avenue, this unique property offers approximately 1,875 square feet of living area on an oversized homesite legally described as Lots 26 and 27 of Oakwood Manor. With newer construction nearby selling on considerably smaller homesites, this property presents an opportunity not often found in an established Tampa neighborhood. The existing residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths plus an additional half bath that was formerly configured with a shower. The washer and dryer were relocated to the adjoining laundry room, leaving the existing plumbing in place and offering the potential to restore the space to a full bathroom. An outbuilding on the property provides an additional full bathroom. Step outside to mature landscaping, generous yard space and a koi pond, with plenty of room to enjoy the property as it exists today. For the investor or builder, the property's size and two-lot legal description create an especially compelling opportunity to investigate future redevelopment. Buyer and buyer's agent to independently verify zoning, lot configuration, setbacks, utilities, subdivision requirements and buildability with the appropriate governmental authorities. Convenient to shopping, dining, schools, parks and major Tampa roadways. Live in it, improve it, invest in it or explore the possibilities offered by this unusually large homesite.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
1,875
Sqft
0.42 ac
Lot size
1941
Year built
One
Levels
$245
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 — not generic estimates.
$3,167 /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
$3,167/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.
vs edgeAI estimate
+31.3%
$/sqft vs OAKWOOD MANOR
$245 vs $156
Days on market
43 vs 64 typical
Where $245/sqft sits among the 16 homes for sale in OAKWOOD MANOR
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 Lowry Park Central
Drive times from this address
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Lowry Park Central — neighborhood snapshot
Population
12,359
Median age
40
Median income
$57,314
Median home value
$219,671
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
1,210
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)
7 of 16
OAKWOOD MANOR have cut their price
Median sold price, Tampa, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 38% above the TAMPA 33604 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 8602 N ROME AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jan ’26$270,000
3216 OAKWOOD BOULEVARD S · same community
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,622 sqft · $166/sqft · 37 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$228,000
3224 SYCAMORE TERRACE · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,558 sqft · $146/sqft · 11 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$215,000
3386 OAKWOOD BOULEVARD N · same community
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,494 sqft · $144/sqft · 0 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
Cindy Fernandez
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 8602 N ROME AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 8602 N ROME AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
8602 N ROME AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 8602 N ROME AVENUE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $3,167/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 8602 N ROME AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $1,150. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Tampa?+
At $460,000, this home is listed about 6% above the Tampa median of $435,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 8602 N ROME AVENUE?+
Oak Grove Elementary School (elementary), Chamberlain High School (high), Memorial 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.
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Listing courtesy of FUTURE HOME REALTY INC · Evelyn Neely. MLS #TB8543451.
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