A rural escape into southern Florida, Lithia boasts picturesque farmland bursting with fruit-farming businesses, abundant outdoor fun and modern amenities. Just 25 miles outside Tampa, this quiet Hillsborough County suburb is close to beautiful state parks, top-rated schools, nature preserves, shopping and dining while blissfully away from loud city life. “It’s relaxed with access to adventure,” says Jeff Gould, Broker of Jeffrey Gould Real Estate and resident since 2005. “It pushes you out of all the hustle and bustle but keeps you close enough to get into Tampa fairly quickly. The communities here are also really nice, and most people like the area for the schools.”
Custom homes, landscaped yards and water views
Lithia boasts single-family, ranch-style homes, bungalows, modern Craftsman-style houses, sprawling farm ranches, Key West-style conch homes and Spanish Mediterranean-style houses on sprawling estates. “They’re more private builders here, so it’s not cookie cutter, most look very different,” Gould says. Most homes were built in the mid-2000s, ranging from $380,000 to $3 million. Warmly colored homes match the Florida vibe, and beautifully landscaped yards filled with towering palm trees and glistening pools pepper the landscape. Lots range from 1 to 30 acres for rural river retreats on the outskirts for true country living. Newly constructed three-bedroom homes built in 2023 can be found in the Hawkstone community, and for more upscale living, consider Hawk Creek, a private gated community featuring custom-built homes with water views and large driveways for any aquatic toys. The highly sought-after FishHawk Trails subdivision is walkable to schools, gate-guarded and offers a playground and miles of scenic walking trails.
Larger homes with well-manicured lawns in Fish Hawk Trails offers the beauty of home ownership.
The Fish Hawk Ranch Community is an award-winning community developed by Newland Communities.
Fish Hawk Ranch is comprised of single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums and villas.
Tucked away in a beautiful natural setting, Fish Hawk Ranch is located in Lithia.
1/4
Wildlife and cyclists head to Alafia State Park
Alafia River State Park and area nature preserves are highlights of the community. The park is a favorite spot for active riders traversing International Mountain Bike Association trails. Small lakes within the park provide opportunities for fishing and canoeing as well. The Chito Branch Reserve is a natural sanctuary that’s part of the Alafia River Corridor’s conservation lands. A haven for native wildlife, including fox squirrels, gopher tortoises and wading birds, the 5,500-acre tract also includes trails for walking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Lithia Springs Conservation Park is known for a natural spring that flows into the Alafia River and is a popular spot for swimming year-round and a go-to camping spot. “Both Alafia and Lithia Springs are down 39, they’re both really nice and really close,” says Gould. “Lithia Springs stays at 72 degrees year-round, so people are always there.”
Alafia River State Park consists of 6,344 acres and was formerly an old phosphate mine.
Equestrians and hikers can explore 20 miles of trails that travel through mixed scenery.
Enjoy some fishing or canoeing at Alafia River State Park.
Red Hawk Ranch is a Native American goods store open on Saturdays.
1/4
Farm-to-table dining is easy here
With open space plentiful in the community, a significant portion of Lithia’s land is dedicated to agriculture. Fruit farming is especially popular, with citrus, strawberries and blueberries among the products produced by local businesses. For dining and daily needs, most residents make the 7-mile drive to the FishHawk Ranch neighborhood, which offers a Publix, breakfast spots like EggTown, Irish pub and sports bar, Beef ‘O’ Brady’s and Café Cuba, serving up Cuban cuisine. For retail shopping, residents can head to Bloomingdale Square.
Strawberries, citrus and blueberries have been very popular exports from Lithia.
Being traditionally a rural area, large farm homes can be found out in Lithia.
1/2
Sampling good books at Pinecrest Elementary
Served by the Hillsborough County Public Schools District, the No. 2 best district in the Tampa area, local students attend Pinecrest Elementary, Barrington Middle and Newsome High School. The elementary school earned an overall B-minus on Niche, and the middle school earned an A-minus. Pinecrest offers a genre book-tasting event, fall food drives and Science Olympics. Earning an A on Niche, Newsome High offers a Bright Futures Scholarship Program, soccer and wrestling teams and scuba and archery clubs.
Take a short drive to Wimauma Air Park Airport
While residents can easily walk to schools and hiking trails, hopping on Florida State Route 618 provides easy access to Tampa in 25 miles, and County Road 672 gets residents to both Riverview Regional and Wimauma Air Park Airport in 15 miles.
Taste the World's Best Strawberry Shortcake
A tight-knit community, Lithia prides itself on engaging residents with an annual Memorial Day celebration, Family Fun Carnival and a Movies in the Park series. The most popular event for those willing to make the journey is the Florida Strawberry Festival in Plant City. Central Floridians travel 15 miles in February to taste the "World's Best Strawberry Shortcake” and support the Florida strawberry's agricultural legacy. “A lot of people from this area go to that festival,” Gould says.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Ronnie McLaughlin,
an experienced agent in this area.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
On average, homes in Lithia, FL sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Lithia, FL over the last 12 months is $575,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Stunning 4-Bedroom Retreat. Single Family Home on appx 1.5 Acres in Lithia, FL (professional pictures forthcoming)NO HOA/NO CDD!!!!!Discover your dream home in the heart of Lithia, FL! This fully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom gem sits on a sprawling appx 1.5-acre lot, offering privacy and space to thrive. Step inside to find spacious bedrooms bathed in natural light, complemented
Linda HawesRICHARDS & AYER REAL ESTATE FLORIDA, INC
LUXURY LIVING IN FISHHAWK RANCH | Welcome to 5913 Chert Hill Lane, a stunning 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home with 2,649 SF in the highly sought-after FishHawk Ranch West community of Lithia, FL. This beautifully maintained two-story home features fresh interior paint, a spacious open-concept layout, and a split-bedroom floor plan with the primary suite located on the first floor for ultimate
Stunning fully-furnished pool home with A+ rated schools on pond & cul-de-sac in sought-after FishHawk Ranch! This beautifully updated and fully furnished 5-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is the only one available in FishHawk Ranch located on both a pond and a cul-de-sac—an ideal setting for families looking for privacy, tranquility, and a vibrant community lifestyle. Enjoy A+ rated schools within
Welcome to your new home in the heart of Fishhawk Ranch! Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac in one of the most sought-after communities, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home offers comfort, style, and flexibility for modern living.Step inside to discover a bright, open layout with the primary suite conveniently located on the first floor, offering privacy and ease.
Nestled on nearly 2 acres, this fully fenced charming property offers a peaceful retreat. Equestrian enthusiasts will delight in the fenced pasture complete with two horse stalls and lush grass. A separate vibrant garden sanctuary unfolds with a white vinyl picket fence, a brick-paver patio, and inviting pathways, edged with crotons, bromeliads, and flowering shrubs, featuring an inviting hammock
Welcome home to this beautiful three bedroom two bath two car garage split floor plan home. Amazing opportunity to live in a fabulous Channing Park community stainless steel appliances with a gas stove refrigerator microwave dishwasher All included. This beautiful corian countertops and wood cabinets with crown molding make this larger than normal kitchen a delight. Plenty of space For breakfast
Welcome home to this beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath, 2 car garage split floor plan home. Amazing opportunity to live in a fabulous Channing Park community. Stainless steel appliances, with a gas stove, the refrigerator, microwave and dishwasher are brand new. The beautiful corian countertops & wood cabinets with crown molding make this larger than normal kitchen a delight. Plenty of space for a
There is something for everyone at Circa at Fishhawk Ranch. Each distinctive floor plan was designed with your comfort and convenience in mind and is equipped with modern features. Circa at Fishhawk Ranch is everything you would expect in an apartment and more!
EXCELLENT LAYOUT ON THIS 4 BDRM 3 FULL BATH FISHHAWK RENTAL. NEW CARPET AND FRESH PAINT. REMODELED BATHS. BEDROOMS IN A 3 WAY SPLIT PLAN. FORMAL LIVING AND DINING ROOMS PLUS LARGE FAMILY ROOM AND EATING AREA OFF THE KITCHEN. MASTER SUITE HAS LARGE BATH WITH HUGE WALK IN CLOSET. BATHROOMS FRESHLY REDONE. INTERIOR FRESHLY PAINTED. SOLID SURFACE COUNTERS. KITCHEN ISLAND. INTERIOR LAUNDRY
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
