Homes zoned for
Forest Lakes Elementary School
Family-friendly living between Tampa and the Gulf
86
Homes for sale
$279,900
Median list price
$219
Avg price / sqft
38
Median days on market
The Forest Lakes Elementary zone sits in the northern reach of Oldsmar, a quieter pocket of Pinellas County where subdivisions, small lakes, and easy access to both Tampa and the Gulf define daily life. The neighborhoods here feed into well-regarded schools like Joseph L. Carwise Middle School and EAST LAKE HIGH SCHOOL, and the commute is genuinely manageable — Tampa International Airport is about 26 minutes away and downtown Tampa roughly 36. It's the kind of place that appeals to families who want space and schools without giving up their working ties across the bay.
For buyers today, this is an active market with room to negotiate. There are 86 Oldsmar homes for sale in and around the zone, with a median list price of $279,900 and a wide range that runs from $125,000 up to $1,225,000. Homes are taking a median of 37.5 days to sell and sellers are averaging 96% of asking, so there's real leverage for a prepared buyer who's done their homework on the live map.
Forest Lakes Elementary School is an attendance zone in Oldsmar, Florida.
Quick facts
$125,000 – $1.2M price range
1,362 sqft median home
$479/mo median HOA
$1,950/mo median rent
232 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$649,000
859 INVERRY DRIVE, OLDSMAR
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,984 sqft
$640,000
190 WATER OAK WAY, OLDSMAR
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,061 sqft
$625,000
1626 LAGO VISTA BOULEVARD, PALM HARBOR
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,633 sqft
$425,000
80 SUMMERWINDS LANE, OLDSMAR
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,560 sqft
$409,500
208 CLAYS TRAIL UNIT 208, OLDSMAR
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,835 sqft
$339,900
606 CABERNET WAY, OLDSMAR
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,525 sqft
$309,900
60 ST ANDREWS PLACE UNIT 60, OLDSMAR
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,626 sqft
$264,000
205 WOODS LANDING TRAIL, OLDSMAR
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,200 sqft
$239,000
104 E CYPRESS COURT UNIT 104, OLDSMAR
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,054 sqft
$216,000
222 CARYL WAY, OLDSMAR
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,094 sqft
$190,000
110 CYPRESS CT UNIT 3-82, OLDSMAR
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,054 sqft
$179,950
106 WINDWARD PLACE, OLDSMAR
2 bd · 2 ba · 879 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Forest Lakes Elementary School market
232
Sold, last 12 months
$393,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
53 days
Median time to sell
Forest Lakes Elementary School vs Oldsmar
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 18.8% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest Lakes Elementary School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Forest Lakes Elementary School home
≈ $2,429/mo
$279,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$479/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,950/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
13,379
Median age
50
Median income
$86,199
Median home value
$399,182
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest Lakes Elementary School
Attitudes
Top 11% in the U.S.Deal Seekers
These people are hunting discounts, contests, and promotions. The population loves a good sale, and they can't wait to share their bargain finds and winnings with friends and family.
Active
Top 12% in the U.S.Functional Fitness
Looking good and reaching fitness goals is all about discipline: Eat right. Work hard. No excuses. This population is more likely to view working out as a means to an end.
Appearance oriented
Top 13% in the U.S.All About Hair
Passionate about all things hair, this population is talking about hair tutorials or the hottest celebrity blowout.
Food & Drink
Top 13% in the U.S.Fueling for Fitness
A population characterized by healthy eating. Often pre-planning for meals for the purpose of fitness and convenience. Likely to participate in meal prep trends.
Relationships
Top 14% in the U.S.Girl Squad
From girls night out to a movie night in with their closest gal pals, this population is all about getting the girls together for an evening of fun.
Active
Top 14% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Straight answers
Forest Lakes Elementary School FAQs
Is the Forest Lakes Elementary area a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for families, thanks to its assignment to Joseph L. Carwise Middle School and East Lake High. The location balances a quieter residential feel with a manageable 26-minute drive to Tampa International Airport. You get suburban space without cutting yourself off from the Tampa Bay job market.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's mid-range for the region, with a median list price of $279,900 and an average of $219 per square foot. That said, the market spans from $125,000 to $1,225,000, so there's room for both budget-minded buyers and those looking at higher-end Oldsmar homes for sale. Only three active listings are priced above $1 million.
What do homes actually cost in this zone?+
The median list price is $279,900 against a median home size of 1,362 square feet, but sold data tells a fuller story. Over the past 12 months, 232 homes closed at a median sold price of $393,000, reflecting the range of larger and waterfront properties that trade here.
How is the market right now?+
It's active but balanced enough to favor a prepared buyer. Homes are taking a median of 37.5 days to sell, and sellers are averaging 96% of their asking price, which leaves room to negotiate. With 86 active listings, you can browse current inventory on the live map.
What should I know about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Many homes here sit in gated communities — 48 of the 86 active listings — which factors into HOA costs, with a median HOA of $479 per month. Median property taxes run about $3,182 per year. Always confirm the specific HOA and tax figures on any home you're considering, since they vary widely by community.
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