501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE, TAMPA, FL, 33602
Active57 days on marketListed Jun 4, 2026MLS #TB8515904
About this home
501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE
Welcome to this historic Tampa Heights gem, perfectly situated on a premier corner lot in Flood Zone X that beautifully blends historic character with modern comfort. Offering immediate rental cash flow with all brand-new appliances included, the existing home is ideal to lease out while you secure your building permits. For builders and investors, this parcel features rare RM-24 zoning and highly flexible rear-alley access, unlocking the potential to construct three to four new townhomes. The owner has already jumpstarted the development process—saving you immense time and money—by including a boundary survey, tree survey, and complete architectural plans for 2-unit, 3-unit, and 4-unit three-story townhome configurations, alongside existing CA approvals.Beyond its incredible investment upside, this property offers an unmatched, walkable urban lifestyle. You are just minutes from Armature Works, the Tampa Riverwalk, Downtown Tampa, Water Street, Ybor City, and the University of Tampa. This highly connected neighborhood is poised for major appreciation, sitting steps from the upcoming Robles Park developments, a brand-new YMCA, and a planned streetcar extension. Commutes are effortless with quick access to major transit lines, Hyde Park Village, and Tampa International Airport, while pristine gulf beaches are just a 30-minute drive away. Please note that one or more photos have been virtually staged to showcase the lot's potential (grass)
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,350
Sqft
0.13 ac
Lot size
1994
Year built
Two
Levels
$441
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.
$4,213 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
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
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$4,213/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. 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
+45.9%
$/sqft vs Tampa actives
$441 vs $302
Days on market
57 vs 33 typical
Where $441/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 Tampa
Drive times from this address
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TAMPA 33602 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
19,694
Median age
35.2
Median income
$88,569
Median home value
$560,400
Avg household
1.78
Households w/ children
1,289
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.
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Sep ’25$265,000
2007 LINSEY STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,406 sqft · $188/sqft · 17 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$504,500
912 CHANNELSIDE DRIVE UNIT 2811
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,282 sqft · $394/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$550,000
1311 W LEMON STREET
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,420 sqft · $387/sqft · 16 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 501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $4,213/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 501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $7,431. 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 $595,000, this home is listed about 28% above the Tampa median of $464,900. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 501 E SPARKMAN AVENUE?+
Gorrie Elementary School (elementary), Wilson Middle School (middle), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary), Plant High School (high) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
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Listing courtesy of NETWORK REAL ESTATE GROUP · McKenzie Blankenship. MLS #TB8515904.
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