Real Estate Investing in Westchase, Florida (33626)

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Hillsborough County • Population: 30,736 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 33626 (Westchase, FL)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (68/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $570,063
Avg Monthly Rent $2,138
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $120,240
% Renters 32.3%

Market Analysis: 33626 Westchase

In practical terms, ZIP 33626 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $570K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

Rent of $2,138/mo on a $570K basis reads well until vacancy, delinquency, and capex enter the model. The honest cap rate in 33626 sits below the stated 0.0% once reality is priced in.

In the broader FL picture, 33626 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

The 33626 ZIP's population of 30,736 has faced economic pressure over the last decade. That pressure shows up in rent delinquency patterns that posts the need for careful underwriting.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 33626 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Westchase:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 70/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
13/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.7× the median income
Value Trend
Declining (-0.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,138/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
71 days
Average time to sell
Slow
10.4%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro data
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Property Strategy for 33626

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
1BR
9.4% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+9.4% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$139,783/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
1BR $180,285 $2,360 9.4% +6.4% $180,285
2BR $279,567 $2,750 7.1% +7.1% $139,783
3BR $485,783 $3,520 5.2% +8.0% $161,928
4BR $721,996 $4,280 4.3% +8.7% $180,499
5BR $945,949 +9.4% $189,190

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$622K$539K$455K$372K$289K$206KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$2,522$2,297$2,073$1,849$1,625$1,400Jul 2016Jul 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 33626 Compare?

Metric 33626 Westchase Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Florida
Home Value $570,063 $570,063 N/A $374,697
5-Year CAGR 5.0% 5.0% N/A 7.4%
Avg Rent $2,138 $2,138 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.9% 2.9% - -
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Dennis Property Management offers rental agency and management services in the Tampa Bay area, including multi-family management, investor packages, and resources for homeowners and tenants. summary from their website

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.0%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $570,063
Monthly Rent $2,138
Price-to-Rent 22.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.5%
Cap Rate 2.9%
5-Year IRR 8.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year -0.4% ▼
3-Year CAGR -0.6% ▼
5-Year CAGR +5.0% ▲
10-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year -11.8% ▼
3-Year CAGR -3.3% ▼
5-Year CAGR +0.4% ▲
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.9%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.0%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 33626

Population: 30,736

💰 Median Household Income
$120,240
This area
$120,240
State
$70,737
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
32.3%
This area
32.3%
State
29.9%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.9%
This area
1.9%
State
-18.0%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
62.4%
This area
62.4%
State
4.7%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
39.9 years
This area
39.9 years
State
16.0 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.1%
This area
4.1%
State
17.2%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 69.0%
Other/Mixed 18.1%
Hispanic/Latino 14.6%
Asian 10.2%
Black/African American 2.7%
👶 Under 18
23.7%
This area
23.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
12.9%
This area
12.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.2%
This area
4.2%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 33626

C+ Avg School Grade
6 Schools
18.9:1 Avg Class Size
$11,744 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

BRYANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
898 Students
👨‍🏫
16.5:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
B Good

DEER PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
993 Students
👨‍🏫
15.8:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
B Good

WESTCHASE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
894 Students
👨‍🏫
16.7:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
C+ Average

DAVIDSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
942 Students
👨‍🏫
18.7:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
C+ Average

FARNELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
1,200 Students
👨‍🏫
21.6:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
C Below Average

SICKLES HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
2,389 Students
👨‍🏫
24.0:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student

Nearby Schools (3 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

B Good

HILLSBOROUGH ACADEMY OF MATH AND SCIENCE

📚 K – 08 School Charter
📍 9659 W WATERS AVE, TAMPA
👥
835 Students
👨‍🏫
16.4:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
B Good

LOWRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
📍 11505 COUNTRY HOLLOW DR, TAMPA
👥
792 Students
👨‍🏫
18.4:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
C Below Average

ALONSO HIGH SCHOOL

📚 09 – 12 High School
📍 8302 MONTAGUE ST, TAMPA
👥
2,930 Students
👨‍🏫
24.2:1 Class Size
💰
$11,744 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby
C
Paul Mitchell the School-Tampa
136 students · 2.5 mi
B
Faith Theological Seminary and Christian College
102 students · 3.6 mi
C+
Summit Salon Academy
222 students · 5.5 mi
C
National Personal Training Institute-Tampa
26 students · 5.9 mi
D
Shear Excellence Hair Academy
149 students · 7.2 mi
D
South University-Tampa
720 students · 8.9 mi
D
Arizona College of Nursing-Tampa
337 students · 9.3 mi
D
Concorde Career Institute-Tampa
132 students · 9.4 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are home prices like in Westchase, FL?

Typical homes in Westchase, FL go for around $570K. The 5-year CAGR of 0.0% consistent price movement.

Is Westchase, FL better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Westchase, FL. With home values at $570K and rents near $2,138/mo, other strategies can work but produce measured rather than outsized returns.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Westchase, FL?

Landlord-friendliness in Westchase, FL is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

Is Westchase, FL a smart market for rental property?

Investors tracking Westchase, FL will find a 3.0/5 rating supported by $570K median home values and $2,138/mo rents. That profile suits long-term holders targeting consistent returns.

How much do tenants pay in Westchase, FL?

Rental rates in Westchase, FL average $2,138/mo. Tenant demand and $570K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

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