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Wellswood

Wellswood

Suburban Neighborhood in Tampa, Florida

Hillsborough County 33603

$444,692 Average Value
$327 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Established and close-knit

An established Tampa neighborhood, Wellswood, Florida, offers a close-knit community in a convenient location. “It’s the closest thing you can get to a hometown feel in the middle of Tampa,” says Michelle Nichols, a Realtor with Florida Homes Realty and Mortgage who grew up in Wellswood. “It hasn’t lost its charm. The majority of the people who are here have been here (for decades). They still talk to each other, are friendly with each other.”

From ranch-style to modern homes

The neighborhood’s first house was constructed in 1950, and today the majority of Wellswood’s single-family housing consists of sturdy, mid-sized ranch-style homes built in the following decades – homes that typically feature private drives and sizable front and back yards. However, larger one-story homes incorporating the arched entryways and windows of the Spanish Mission style, two-story custom homes and Modern-style homes with asymmetrical facades and large windows can be found as well. Prices range from $250,000 starter homes to $800,000 homes with either an additional story or additional amenities like an in-law suite, a larger lot or a two-car garage. The average number of days on the market for Wellswood is a little higher than the national average. The average home value for the neighborhood is slightly below Tampa and even further below the national average.

Diverse dining collection

Retail and dining options are prevalent along the West Hillsborough Avenue corridor, with the Publix-anchored Hillsboro Plaza just outside the neighborhood’s northwest corner, while an array of ethnic eateries can be found just north along the Armenia Avenue corridor. La Pequena Colombia, for example, has been family-owned and serving classic Colombian dishes since 1990. La Lechonera is a more casual eatery that specializes in Latin American Cuisine. Other retail and dining options can be found along West Martin Luther King Jr. on the neighborhood’s south side.

Sports fans welcome

Nearby are two of Tampa’s premier year-round outdoor venues: Raymond James Stadium, which hosts Tampa Bay Buccaneers games, concerts and other large events; and George Steinbrenner Field, which features Yankees spring training games among its slate of events.

Highly rated schools

Wellswood is home to two public schools under the direction of Hillsborough County Public Schools, including Trinity School for Children, a highly-rated charter institution serving students in kindergarten through eighth grade with a B-plus rating from Niche. Memorial Middle School received a C-plus rating from Niche and serves about 650 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. Hillsborough High School received an A-minus rating from Niche and serves about 2,000 students with a student-teacher ratio of 21-to-1.

High community engagement

The Wellswood Civic Center is responsible for lots of neighborhood activities. Its community engagement includes bimonthly meetings and holiday parties on site, mural painting and upkeep of a community garden at the nearby Wellswood Park, which features a community center that provides a computer lab and offers afterschool programs and summer camps. The park complex also includes ballfields, athletic courts and a playground among its amenities. Additional recreational facilities nearby include Rivercrest Park, which features fishing docks and a canoe launch along the Hillsborough River that makes up Wellswood’s eastern boundary.

Easy highway and airport access

Wellswood is conveniently located near Interstate 275, which can be accessed from Hillsborough Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and connects directly to downtown Tampa only 4 miles away. The Tampa International Airport is also just a short 15-minute drive west.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Tampa International

15 min drive

Bus

Rome Av & Bedingfield Dr

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Rome Av & Ferris Av

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M L King Jr Blvd & 2125 M L King Jr Blvd

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Ferris Av & Wishart Blvd

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Rome Av & Johnston Av

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Hillsborough Av & Beacon Av

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Rome Av & School Light

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$423,750
Median Single Family Price
$435,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$327
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Months of Supply
2.70
Median List Price
$467,250
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,003
Median Year Built
1955
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,620
Below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 3pm

    1528 W River Shore Way, Tampa, FL 33603

    $449,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,483 Sq Ft
    • 1528 W River Shore Way

    LISTED BELOW APPRAISED VALUE! Every once in a while, a home comes along that just feels right—Tucked into the quiet, tree-lined streets of Wellswood, this updated 1950s bungalow is filled with natural light, character, and thoughtful design. At the heart of the home is a massive, open-concept kitchen that serves as both a showpiece and a central gathering space. Whether you're a passionate home

    Ryan NewtonBlock CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 2pm

    1713 W Louisiana Ave, Tampa, FL 33603

    $649,990

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,084 Sq Ft
    • 1713 W Louisiana Ave

    This 3bd/2ba mid-century POOL home is truly one-of-a-kind! Situated in the heart of Wellswood neighboring Seminole Heights. Want a home with character but without the headache of an older home? THIS IS IT! This home is SOLID! The kitchen is a chef’s delight featuring a breakfast bar, stainless steel Appliances, granite countertops, and solid wood cabinets. The home comes equipped with a formal

    Abraham Santiago DALTON WADE INC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
4,143
Median Age
42
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,911
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,187

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.6%
College Graduates
41.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
50''
Average Winter Low Temperature
53°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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