Why Live in Calusa
Calusa, a neighborhood in Cheval, features Mediterranean-style homes with split floor plans, typically offering four to five bedrooms within The Club at Cheval gated community. This area includes amenities such as a clubhouse, restaurant, and outdoor pool. Condos on the opposite side of FL-568 provide options with garages and assigned parking spots. Calusa Trace Park, within walking distance for some residents, offers a playground with slides, swings, hopscotch squares, and a basketball court. For more extensive outdoor activities, locals visit Northdale Lake Park or Brooker Creek Headwaters Nature Preserve. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy The Club at Cheval and the Tournament Players Club, while the neighborhood's equestrian center offers training, boarding, and summer camps. Shopping is convenient with Northgate Square and Van Dyke Commons less than a mile away, featuring stores like Publix, Kohl’s, and local dining spots. For more extensive shopping, residents travel 10 miles to Westfield Citrus Park Mall or Tampa Premium Outlets. The Tavern at The Club at Cheval hosts weekly events such as bingo, trivia, and karaoke. Calusa is situated near major roads like Dale Mabry Highway and Suncoast Parkway, with St. Joseph’s Hospital less than a mile away and Tampa International Airport 17 miles south. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Schwarzkopf Elementary, Martinez Middle School, and Steinbrenner High School. Additionally, the University of South Florida is about 11 miles away. Calusa is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calusa a good place to live?
Calusa is a good place to live. Calusa is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Calusa is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $122,598 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 65.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Calusa are home owners, with 30.4% of residents renting and 69.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Calusa can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Calusa neighborhood guide.
Is Calusa, FL a safe neighborhood?
Calusa, FL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Calusa?
The median home price in Calusa is $449,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $90,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $100K a year to afford the median home price in Calusa. The average household income in Calusa is $123K.
What are the best public schools in Calusa?
The best public schools that serve Calusa are:
What are the best private schools in Calusa?
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Home Trends in Calusa, FL
On average, homes in Calusa, Cheval sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Calusa, Cheval over the last 12 months is $411,500, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$411,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$292,702
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$217
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$449,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%