Neighborhood · Tampa, Florida
River Oaks
Attainable Tampa living with a gated edge
11
Homes for sale
$165,000
Median list price
$157
Avg price / sqft
135
Median days on market
River Oaks sits within the broader fabric of Tampa homes for sale, close enough to established pockets like Old Seminole Heights and the 40th Street Corridor to keep the city within easy reach. Many of the active listings here are gated, which gives the neighborhood a quieter, more managed feel than the surrounding streets. It's a practical Tampa address for buyers who want in without the price tags you'll find nearer the water in Gandy/sun Bay South.
For a buyer today, this is one of Tampa's more accessible entry points. With 11 active listings and a median list price of $165,000, the numbers work for first-time buyers and investors alike — though homes are sitting an average of 135 days, so there's room to negotiate. Sellers over the past year got about 95% of asking, which tells you offers below list are landing.
River Oaks is a community in Tampa, Florida.
Quick facts
$90,000 – $380K price range
1,191 sqft median home
$554/mo median HOA
$1,773/mo median rent
17 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in River Oaks
$165,000
7838 NIAGARA AVENUE UNIT 305, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,217 sqft
$90,000
4927 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT 123, TAMPA
1 bd · 1 ba · 736 sqft
$145,000$150,000
4745 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT 4745, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,191 sqft
$379,900$389,900
7806 E 114TH AVENUE, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,150 sqft
$164,900$169,900
4835 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT 121, TAMPA
1 bd · 1 ba · 975 sqft
$209,990$214,990
4837 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT #2505, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,123 sqft
$145,999$151,999
4821 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT 104, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,191 sqft
$188,900
4725 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT 603, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,191 sqft
$215,990$229,999
5138 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT 1322, TAMPA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,757 sqft
$99,900$115,000
7832 NIAGARA AVENUE UNIT 323, TAMPA
1 bd · 1 ba · 736 sqft
$170,000
5151 PURITAN CIRCLE UNIT 1022, TAMPA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,407 sqft
Every active listing inside the River Oaks boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The River Oaks market
17
Sold, last 12 months
$157,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
45 days
Median time to sell
River Oaks vs Tampa
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 76.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the River Oaks boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools River Oaks is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median River Oaks home
≈ $1,776/mo
$165,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$554/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,773/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
651
Median age
64
Median income
$31,406
Median home value
$182,000
Beyond the listings
Living in River Oaks
Hobbies & Interests
Bookish
Always seeking the next book, article, or poem to read, this activity is prevalent in areas where reading is a way of life. Although a solo activity, the expression of the love of books is a bonding, communal experience.
Hobbies & Interests
Green Thumb
From tiny sprouts and window plants, to flower arrangements and designing a landscape, this population has an affinity for all things green.
Hobbies & Interests
Natural Beauty
This population marvels at the beauty of nature, and they want to capture every breath-taking scene.
Hobbies & Interests
Wanderlust
Always thinking about their next destination, this population loves exploring new places abroad or right in their own backyard. They hold onto past trips by sharing their favorite memories and pictures year round.
Hobbies & Interests
Handcrafted
The only thing more beautiful than handmade decor? The hands that made it. This population appreciates the time and care put into one-of-a-kind pieces.
Hobbies & Interests
Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
On the calendar
Near River Oaks
Jul
11
Sat
Carrollwood Market
10:00am
Support local businesses by browsing a diverse range of local products at the Carsonville monthly market. Fresh factors everything ranging from produce, plants, farmed eg…
Jul
11
Sat
Ybor City Saturday Market
9:00am
The Ybor City Saturday Market, a long-standing tradition since 2000, is renowned as the largest continually operating outdoor market in the Tampa Bay Area. It's a shopper…
Jul
11
Sat
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
11
Sat
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
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
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…
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Our Tampa experts
Straight answers
River Oaks FAQs
Is River Oaks a good place to live?+
It's a practical, well-connected Tampa neighborhood where most listings are gated — seven of eleven active homes — which keeps things quiet and low-traffic. You're close to established areas like Lake Magdalene and the wider city, with schools including Alonso High School and Sergeant Paul R Smith Middle School serving the area. It suits buyers who want an affordable, manageable base in Tampa.
Is River Oaks expensive?+
No — it's one of Tampa's more affordable neighborhoods, with a median list price of $165,000 and active listings running from $90,000 up to $379,900. The average is about $157 per square foot, which keeps it accessible for first-time buyers and investors.
What do homes cost in River Oaks?+
The median list price is $165,000, and homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $157,000. Sizes run around 1,191 square feet at roughly $157 per square foot, so most buyers are looking at compact, efficient floor plans.
How is the River Oaks market right now?+
It favors buyers at the moment: 11 homes are active, only 17 sold in the past 12 months, and the median time on market is 135 days. Sellers are averaging about 95% of asking, so there's genuine room to negotiate on price.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Median HOA dues here run about $554 a month, which reflects the number of gated communities in the area, and the median property tax is around $1,721 a year. Factor the HOA into your monthly budget carefully, since it's a meaningful line item at these price points.
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