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West Meadows

West Meadows

$531,155 Average Value
$218 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Residents of West Meadows find suburban calm in North Tampa

West Meadows is a planned community in North Tampa made up of 12 distinct villages, some gated, each with its own name, housing styles and pricing structures. Residents here enjoy a tranquil suburban environment, complete with an elementary school in the neighborhood, sidewalk-lined streets and a community center with a kid-friendly pool. While West Meadows feels tucked away from the bustling Tampa Bay area, it also offers easy access to shopping, dining and downtown Tampa, about 20 miles away.

West Meadows is composed of 12 diverse villages.
West Meadows is composed of 12 diverse villages.
West Meadows is a neighborhood located in the New Tampa area of Tampa, Florida.
West Meadows is a neighborhood located in the New Tampa area of Tampa, Florida.
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Pools, garages and manicured lawns add to the suburban feel

Eight of the villages here are made up of single-family homes, most of them in a New Traditional style with varying design influences, including Craftsman and Mediterranean. Driveways and two-car garages are standard. Front lawns are landscaped with grass and shrubs and backyards often feature cage-covered pools. Streets are lined with sidewalks and dotted with trees, making the neighborhood walkable. The remaining four villages consist of townhouses, called villas, which are similar in design to the single-family homes here but a bit smaller and sit on smaller lots. Lawns are similarly manicured and trees and sidewalks are abundant. Single-family homes here have a median price of about $520,000 while villas have a median price of about $360,000.

Larger, custom built homes can also be found in West Meadows.
Larger, custom built homes can also be found in West Meadows.
Some of the homes in West Meadows have bold colors with tropical landscaping.
Some of the homes in West Meadows have bold colors with tropical landscaping.
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HOA rules cover exteriors, including paint, fences and pet care

HOA fees vary by village. Community rules include approved colors for exteriors and fences, hedge and fencing guidelines and restrictions around tree removal.

Each village is dog-friendly, with sidewalks leading to the neighborhood’s dog park. Several HOA rules are in place to keep pets and residents safe, including:

  • All pets must be under supervision of their owners at all times and must not be left outside when no one is home, even in a fenced backyard.
  • Clothesline runs are prohibited.
  • Dog houses or outside structures of any kind designed for the restraint, shelter or exercise of pets are prohibited.

Highly rated Clark Elementary School in the neighborhood

Hillsborough County Public Schools serves the area, is well rated on Niche and offers school choice. Controlled open enrollment lets students apply to any in- or out-of-district school with space. Magnet and career and technical education schools are also available. Families may opt to start their kids at Clark Elementary School, zoned to West Meadows, since it’s highly rated on Niche and located in the neighborhood. It serves about 900 students from prekindergarten through fifth grade and has a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1.

Families interested in private education can choose from several faith-based schools close to the neighborhood.

Clark Elementary is located in the West Meadows neighborhood in Tampa.
Clark Elementary is located in the West Meadows neighborhood in Tampa.
Wharton High School is an option for the older students in West Meadows.
Wharton High School is an option for the older students in West Meadows.
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Resort-style amenities in the neighborhood, parks and preserves nearby

Residents enjoy resort-style amenities at the West Meadows Community Club, including a pool with a designated lap swimming area, a water slide and splash pad, lighted tennis courts, a playground and a dog park.

There are more recreation options within 3 miles of the neighborhood:

  • The New Tampa Recreation Center offers multiple ball fields, a skate park, an off-leash dog area and a large indoor gymnastics area.
  • Cypress Creek Nature Preserve's 2,500 acres offer hiking trails that meander through quiet hardwood forests, wet prairies, and freshwater marshes.
  • Flatwoods Park, known for its 7-mile paved loop, is popular with cyclists.

The fun doesn't stop at the West Meadows Community Club.
The fun doesn't stop at the West Meadows Community Club.
West Meadows has miles of walking trails and sidewalks for residents to enjoy.
West Meadows has miles of walking trails and sidewalks for residents to enjoy.
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Grocery stores, big-box stores, eateries and a mall are close by

Publix and Walmart are just outside the neighborhood, making it easy to run quick errands. Big-box stores, local businesses and services line nearby Bruce B. Downs Boulevard. Restaurants along this roadway are plentiful, too. A neighborhood favorite is Lima, a casual, locally owned spot specializing in Peruvian rotisserie chicken and yuca fries. The Shops at Wiregrass, a popular indoor-outdoor mall with national retailers like Pottery Barn and Sephora, is about 5 miles away.

The New Tampa Center also offers a Publix grocery store for West Meadows residents.
The New Tampa Center also offers a Publix grocery store for West Meadows residents.
There is large variety of food options near West Meadows.
There is large variety of food options near West Meadows.
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Nearby I-75 leads to downtown Tampa

Interstate 75 runs near the neighborhood’s west side, connecting to downtown Tampa. Though New Tampa Limited Express buses stop along Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, offering an option for public transportation, most residents rely on cars to get around. Tampa International Airport is less than 30 miles away.

West Meadows is outside of the Tampa area which is easily reachable via interstate.
West Meadows is outside of the Tampa area which is easily reachable via interstate.
West Meadows residents enjoy having easy access to I-75.
West Meadows residents enjoy having easy access to I-75.
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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Tampa International

42 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime West Meadows US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

West Meadows Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$549,500
Median Sale Price
$496,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$537,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$370,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$218

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
987
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
2001
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,637
Significantly above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,773
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,354
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$120,637
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$156,718

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
56.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

30 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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