18116 KARA CT, TAMPA, FL, 33647
Active61 days on marketListed May 31, 2026MLS #TB8514112
About this home
18116 KARA CT
Welcome to this stunning pool home located in a sought-after golf course community, perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac with no rear neighbors and beautiful mature trees providing exceptional privacy. This spacious open-concept home features warm wood flooring, decorative stone accent walls, plantation shutters, and a highly desirable 3-way split floor plan that offers both comfort and privacy. The beautiful kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing 44-inch cabinetry, quartz countertops, pendant lighting, and a striking designer backsplash. The luxurious primary suite offers private pool access, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-inspired en-suite bath with granite countertops, dual sinks, a garden tub, and a large walk-in shower. Three additional bedrooms and two updated bathrooms provide plenty of space for family and guests. Enjoy Florida living year-round on the screened lanai overlooking the sparkling saltwater pool with PebbleTec finish and a variable-speed pump, creating the perfect setting for relaxation and entertaining. Additional highlights include a spacious 3-car garage with shelving, updated lighting and ceiling fans throughout, a security system, outdoor motion lighting, pool safety gate, exceptional storage with multiple linen closets, pantries, and oversized closets, a brand-new roof (2026), and a new AC system (2025). The community offers tons of amenities at the beautiful Heritage Golf & Country Club, including an 18-hole championship golf course, driving range, putting green, golf school, pro shop, clubhouse, fitness center, restaurant with bar, conference and banquet facilities, a huge resort-style pool, kid's pool area with water slide, poolside café, tennis courts, basketball courts, and much more. Conveniently located near top-rated schools and just minutes from shopping, outlet malls, restaurants, USF, hospitals, and major roadways, this move-in-ready home combines luxury, comfort, privacy, and resort-style living in one exceptional package. Call today for your personal tour.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,268
Sqft
0.16 ac
Lot size
3
Garage
2001
Year built
One
Levels
$238
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$4,305 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$4,305/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−5.1%
$/sqft vs Tampa actives
$238 vs $301
Days on market
61 vs 33 typical
Where $238/sqft sits among the 400 Tampa actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Heritage Isles
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Heritage Isles — neighborhood snapshot
Population
2,860
Median age
37
Median income
$144,753
Median home value
$437,862
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
483
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Tampa market
$430K → $455K
Tampa median sold, yr/yr
96.9%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
171 of 400
Tampa actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Tampa, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 40% above the TAMPA 33647 median. See the full Tampa market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 18116 KARA CT
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jul ’26$465,000
10246 TIMBERLAND POINT DR
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,284 sqft · $204/sqft · 121 DOM
Sold · May ’26$340,000
18102 NASSAU POINT DRIVE
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,187 sqft · $155/sqft · 173 DOM
Sold · Jul ’26$655,000
10229 QUAILS LANDING AVENUE
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,391 sqft · $274/sqft · 11 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Steeve Cadeau
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 18116 KARA CT — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 18116 KARA CT — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
18116 KARA CT FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 18116 KARA CT?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,305/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 18116 KARA CT?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $8,731. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Tampa?+
At $539,900, this home is listed about 16% above the Tampa median of $464,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 18116 KARA CT?+
Heritage Elementary School (elementary), Benito Middle School (middle), Wharton High School (high), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$539,900 runs 40% above the TAMPA 33647 median — but at 2,268 sqft it's also 42% larger than the typical Tampa listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Heritage Elementary School, Benito Middle School, Wharton High School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Benito Middle School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
04The price has already moved
Listed at $550,000, now $539,900 — a $10K cut. The full history is in the market section below.
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Listing courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS-PLANT CITY · Angel Miller. MLS #TB8514112.
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