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Seffner

Seffner

Located in Hillsborough County

$422,994 Average Value
$230 Average Price per Sq Ft
72 Homes For Sale

Suburban sweet spot for Tampa commuters

Seffner’s small subdivisions, 16 miles from downtown Tampa, have become a sweet spot for commuters who want more bang for their buck. “It’s a great middle-ground for people who work in Tampa or Lakeland and want to be near good schools and shopping,” says Sheila Dean, Realtor for 10 years with Coldwell Banker Realty. Residents can hop on Interstate 4 to the north or Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard to the south for an easy drive into the city. Seffner is comprised of small communities where the suburbs meet the country. Folks can drive to the city during the week and go fishing on Lake Weeks on the weekend. Agricultural fields and wooded spaces separate groups of residential streets. Growing popularity has come with developments of newer Craftsman homes that mix with older communities of ranch-style and mid-century homes. “It’s becoming more popular, but prices have remained lower than most suburbs in Hillsborough County,” says Dean. Prices range from $200,000 to just under $800,000. Kids attend some of the highest-rated schools in the county, like Strawberry Crest High, rated an A by Niche. Despite feeling removed from the city, residents find multiple grocery options and restaurants just a couple of miles from home.

Mid-century ranch-style and new Craftsman homes

Seffner has a variety of old and new suburban developments. Newer communities have a uniform appearance, with manicured, midsize lawns and homes that follow the same Spanish-influenced Craftsman architecture with stucco exteriors. Older communities show their roots through enchanting live oaks draped with Spanish moss shading ranch-style, mid-century and Spanish Revival homes accompanied by a bit more greenspace. Two-bedroom 1950s ranch-styles are at the low end of the price range, around $200,000. Three-to-four-bedroom ranch-style, Spanish Revival and Craftsman homes are around the median price of $400,000. Larger budgets can also find a mix of old and new homes, like a four-bedroom ranch-style on Lake Weeks for $790,000, up to a sprawling 2016 seven-bedroom ranch-style home on a large lawn for $1.1 million.

A typical neighborhood street in Seffner, Florida.
A typical neighborhood street in Seffner, Florida.
The popular home style is a typical Florida Ranch home in Seffner.
The popular home style is a typical Florida Ranch home in Seffner.
One and two story homes are available throughout Seffner.
One and two story homes are available throughout Seffner.
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According to state test scores, 53% of students at Lopez Elementy are proficient in math and 50% in reading.
According to state test scores, 53% of students at Lopez Elementy are proficient in math and 50% in reading.

A-rated Strawberry Crest High School

Neighborhood students may attend Hillsborough County Public Schools, which receive a B-plus overall from Niche. Kids begin less than a mile drive from home at Lopez Elementary, graded a B, and continue at Burnett Middle, rated a C. They round out their educational journey at Strawberry Crest High, given an outstanding A-grade. Strawberry Crest’s highly-regarded International Baccalaureate program is one reason Niche ranked it the No. 2 standout school in the Tampa area.

Fishing on Lake Weeks and pruning the community garden

Outside the city, residents can enjoy tranquil outdoor spaces like Lake Weeks, a body of rippling blue water lined on the perimeter by finely-aged live oaks veiled with Spanish moss. Folks come here to cast a line off the dock or enjoy the scenery from the bank. People of all ages enjoy reading and recreation at Seffner-Mango Library and Park. On a hot day, folks cool while reading a novel in the library and then walk outside to play in the grass fields or jog around the paved path. Plant lovers come here to exercise their gardening muscles in the large community garden. Seffner is home to the cricket haven of Tampa, Higginbotham Park, where people come to watch or play in the Tampa Cricket League.

A dock on Weeks Lake is perfect for a relaxing day swimming and fishing.
A dock on Weeks Lake is perfect for a relaxing day swimming and fishing.
Many residence have their own garden space at the Seffner Community Gardens.
Many residence have their own garden space at the Seffner Community Gardens.
Oak trees line the shore of Weeks Lake.
Oak trees line the shore of Weeks Lake.
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Grocery stores and Cuban sandwiches 2 miles away

Residents drive a couple of miles along Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard to shop at their choice of grocery stores and grab a bite at locally-owned restaurants. Folks get their hands dirty while enjoying the slow-smoked flavors at Kojack’s House of Ribs. Another go-to is Kim’s Cuban Sandwich Shop, specializing in Tampa-style Cuban sandwiches, which adds slices of Genoa salami on top of the slowly roasted pork. This is not to be confused with a Miami-style Cuban, as there’s a long-standing debate over which is superior. When not biting into a hot-pressed Cuban, folks check off their grocery list at Publix, ALDI or Winn-Dixie. They also go to Walmart for big-box and department-store items.

Publix Grocery stores have been serving the People of Florida since 1930.
Publix Grocery stores have been serving the People of Florida since 1930.
A few of the local stores n Seffner.
A few of the local stores n Seffner.
There are plenty of dining and shopping options along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
There are plenty of dining and shopping options along Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
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Commute to Tampa or Lakeland

Commuters have a 16-mile drive to downtown Tampa and a 24-mile drive to Lakeland, making it a convenient in-between for those working in either location. Folks drive 20 miles to catch flights out of Tampa International Airport.

Seffner is located between Orlando and Tampa with Lakeland and Brandon close by.
Seffner is located between Orlando and Tampa with Lakeland and Brandon close by.
Interstate 4 runs along the Northern border of Seffner
Interstate 4 runs along the Northern border of Seffner
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Events in downtown Tampa

Folks drive 16 miles to downtown Tampa for annual events like the Gasparilla Pirate Festival, which honors the city’s mythical buccaneer legend, Jose Gaspar. People join in on the parades and gather at the waterfront to see replica eighteenth-century pirate ships. Another must-see event is the River O’Green Fest, where the city celebrates Saint Patrick’s Day by turning the Hillsborough River green.

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
7,815
Number of Homes for Sale
72
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,848
On par with the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,471
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Mar 21
    Open Sat 10AM - 12PM

    401 Running Horse Rd, Seffner, FL 33584

    $499,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,945 Sq Ft
    • 401 Running Horse Rd
    • New 14 days ago

    Welcome home to this charming three-bedroom, two-bathroom pool home nestled in the heart of Seffner. Offering a private pool, two-car garage, and an inviting layout, this unique residence is the perfect place to call home. Step inside to captivating high ceilings in the living room, highlighted by beautiful wooden beams and abundant natural light streaming through vaulted ceilings with skylights.

    Denise Sears DALTON WADE INC

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  • Saturday, Apr 18
    Open House 4/18

    109 Azul Dr, Seffner, FL 33584

    $529,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,922 Sq Ft
    • 109 Azul Dr

    A home that adapts to the way you live—welcome to 109 Azul Drive. Built by William Ryan Homes, this Sandalwood model offers nearly 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, featuring 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and a charming front porch elevation that sets the tone the moment you arrive. Step inside and you’ll immediately feel the difference. The layout is open yet

    Leopold Jean-Baptiste CURB AND KEY REALTY LLC

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  • Sunday, Mar 22
    Open Sun 12AM - 5PM

    763 Star Pointe Dr, Seffner, FL 33584

    $375,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,841 Sq Ft
    • 763 Star Pointe Dr
    • New 22 days ago

    Charming Home in the Heart of Seffner – Move-In Ready! Welcome to 763 Starpoint Dr., a beautifully maintained home in one of Seffner’s most desirable neighborhoods. This residence perfectly blends comfort, style, and functionality—ideal for first-time buyers, growing families, or anyone seeking a turnkey home in Tampa Bay. Step inside to discover a bright and open floor plan with spacious living

    Nawal Naim REALTY ONE GROUP ADVANTAGE

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Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
8,535
Median Age
42
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$74,744
Below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$94,181

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.6%
College Graduates
24.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
51°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bike Score®®

30 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

20 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®®

0 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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