5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE, TAMPA, FL, 33614
Active39 days on marketListed Sep 4, 2026MLS #TB8545787
About this home
5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE
Meticulously maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome with a 1-car garage in a prime Tampa location. This inviting home features vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and fresh interior paint. Major updates include a roof in 2018/$4800+, a new A/C system in 2025/$11k+, and new windows and sliding glass doors in 2019/$22k+. Enjoy a full-size washer and dryer, a full-size 1-car garage, and a kitchen that’s perfect for the home chef. Outdoor living shines with two patio areas plus a private balcony off the primary suite. The low quarterly HOA fee of $145 covers exterior common areas. No pet restrictions, and rentals are permitted with no holding period. Minutes from shopping, Tampa International Airport, International Plaza, Raymond James Stadium, George M. Steinbrenner Field& only 7 miles to Downtown Tampa and Historic Hyde Park Village. Homeowners insurance to the new buyer($2,404.00-year.) Located in a NON-flood zone.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,462
Sqft
0.05 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
1983
Year built
Two
Levels
$195
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.
$2,260 /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
$2,260/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
+16.9%
$/sqft vs Tampa actives
$195 vs $289
Days on market
39 vs 64 typical
Where $195/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 33614 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
46,218
Median age
40
Median income
$51,143
Median home value
$295,700
Avg household
2.52
Households w/ children
4,623
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)
221 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 24% above the TAMPA 33614 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$430,000
6007 N HIMES AVENUE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,469 sqft · $293/sqft · 34 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$395,000
4510 N MATANZAS AVENUE
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,478 sqft · $267/sqft · 114 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$300,000
4911 N HABANA AVENUE
3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,446 sqft · $207/sqft · 77 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
Tommy Trainer
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,260/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $48/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 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE?+
The association fee works out to $48 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $2,981. 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 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE?+
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 $285,000, this home is listed about 34% below the Tampa median of $435,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5824 IDLE FOREST PLACE?+
Crestwood Elementary School (elementary), Leto High School (high), Pierce 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 COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Meagan Somers. MLS #TB8545787.
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