Neighborhood · Tampa, Florida
Forest Hills
Established North Tampa living with room to breathe
3
Homes for sale
$1,325,000
Median list price
$384
Avg price / sqft
6
Median days on market
Forest Hills sits in north Tampa, an established neighborhood of mature trees, generous lots and the kind of quiet residential streets that draw buyers looking for space rather than a subdivision starter box. It shares this corner of the city with familiar names like Lake Magdalene and Northdale, and it's an easy reach to the University of South Florida, with the USF/Patel Partnership Elementary among the assigned schools.
The for-sale picture here is tight and top-heavy: just 3 active listings, with a median list price of $1,325,000 and two of the three asking over $1M. That headline number reflects what's on the market today, not what most homes trade for — over the last 12 months 12 homes sold at a median of $540,000. Compared with a walkable pocket like Old Seminole Heights or the coastal Gandy/Sun Bay South area, Forest Hills is where you buy square footage and a lot.
Forest Hills is a community in Tampa, Florida.
Quick facts
$459,000 – $1.4M price range
2,839 sqft median home
12 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Forest Hills
$1,325,000
3210 W VILLA ROSA STREET, TAMPA
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,839 sqft
$1,350,000
3108 W VILLA ROSA STREET, TAMPA
5 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,035 sqft
$459,000$469,000
1708 POND LAKE DRIVE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,907 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Forest Hills market
12
Sold, last 12 months
$540,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
47 days
Median time to sell
Forest Hills vs Tampa
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 2.4% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Forest Hills boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Forest Hills is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Forest Hills home
≈ $8,457/mo
$1,325,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
2,592
Median age
51
Median income
$82,376
Median home value
$324,906
Beyond the listings
Living in Forest Hills
Beliefs
Top 20% in the U.S.Politically Engaged
Politically aware, this population is interested in civic issues on both the local and national level. They often discuss candidates for office, taxes, and political ideologies.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
Active
Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Food & Drink
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.
Appearance oriented
Men's Style
This population is all about finding the latest in men's style - from fashion to grooming. Captures guys looking to stay on trend and significant others assisting with shopping.
On the calendar
Near Forest Hills
Jul
12
Sun
Art and Jam Sesh Night
6:00pm
Every Sunday, the cafe transforms into a cozy creative club, offering tables for painters and doodlers and a corner for open jam vibes. With a stash of basic supplies ava…
Jul
12
Sun
Clothing Swap and Brunch
Attendees are invited to refresh their wardrobes sustainably at the Clothing Swap and Brunch Potluck, where they can exchange unwanted clothing and accessories for someth…
Jul
12
Sun
Broadway Miscast
Attendees can expect a high-energy musical revue featuring unexpected performers taking on Broadway hits in a comedic twist. This unique event, a revival of last year's s…
Jul
12
Sun
Tampa Bay Bridal Show
12:00 PM
The Tampa Bay Bridal Show is the ultimate destination for those seeking to make their special day unforgettable, offering a chance to connect with local vendors, includin…
Jul
14
Tue
Ne-Yo
8:00pm
Grammy-winning R&B sensation Ne-Yo is renowned for his silky vocals and masterful songwriting, having penned chart-topping hits for himself and megastars like Beyoncé and…
Jul
15
Wed
J. Cole
8:00pm
J. Cole is a German-born American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Regarded as one of the influential hip-hop rappers of his generation, five of his studi…
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Straight answers
Forest Hills FAQs
Is Forest Hills a good place to live?+
It's an established north Tampa neighborhood with larger lots and mature streets, close to the University of South Florida and neighbors like Lake Magdalene. Assigned schools include USF/Patel Partnership Elementary and Chamberlain High School. It suits buyers who want residential calm and square footage over a dense, walkable grid.
Is Forest Hills expensive?+
It depends which slice you're looking at. The current median list price is $1,325,000 because two of the three active listings are over $1M, but actual sold prices tell a calmer story — the median sale over the last 12 months was $540,000. The average works out to about $384 per square foot.
What do homes cost in Forest Hills?+
Active listings currently range from $459,000 to $1,350,000, while the trailing-year median sold price was $540,000 across 12 closings. Expect roughly $384 per square foot on a median home of about 2,839 square feet. If you want more variety of price points, the broader Tampa market is worth watching alongside it.
How is the market in Forest Hills?+
Fast and inventory-starved. Only 3 homes are active right now, and the median days on market is just 3, with sellers averaging 96% of their asking price. Buyers should have financing lined up and be prepared to move quickly.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no typical HOA fee reported for Forest Hills, which is common for an older neighborhood of individual lots rather than a managed community. Property taxes run higher, with a median around $15,190 per year, so budget for that carrying cost. For comparison, median rent in the area is about $4,700 a month.
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