Gated communities in and around Tampa
| Community | Area | Gate | Size | Price or fee data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunters Green | New Tampa (City of Tampa) | 24/7 manned gates | 23 enclaves, 43 lakes | Zillow typical value $531,010 (Aug 2026) |
| Cory Lake Isles | New Tampa (City of Tampa) | 24-hour staffed gates | Nearly 1,000 homes, 165-acre lake | Zillow typical value $721,224 (Aug 2026) |
| Kings Point (55+) | Sun City Center | Gated | 5,277 homes | Listed HOA $425 to $775/mo |
| Valencia del Sol (55+) | Wimauma | Gated | 565 homes | Listed HOA $298 to $689/mo |
| Encore at FishHawk Ranch (55+) | FishHawk Ranch | Gated | 240 homes | Listed HOA $74 to $425/mo |
| Del Webb Bexley (55+) | Land O' Lakes, Pasco | Gated | 850 homes | Listed HOA $293 to $530/mo |
HOA fee ranges for the 55+ communities are as listed by 55places.com in September 2026. Hunters Green and Cory Lake Isles do not publish dues on their main websites, so ask the seller for current figures. In large master-planned communities such as Tampa Palms (28 villages) and Westchase, entry arrangements can differ by village, so ask about the specific village rather than the community name.
Hunters Green
Hunters Green is inside Tampa city limits in New Tampa, bounded by Cross Creek Boulevard, Highland Oak Drive and Bruce B. Downs Boulevard. The Hunter's Green Community Association describes 24/7 manned gates, 23 enclaves, 43 lakes and 65 acres of protected wetlands, with courts, fields, a jogging trail with a 15-station exercise circuit and a dog park. Hunter's Green Country Club, with an 18-hole Tom Fazio course, requires a separate membership. Zillow's typical home value was $531,010 in August 2026, down 0.8%.
Cory Lake Isles
Cory Lake Isles, also in New Tampa, has nearly 1,000 homes around a 165-acre lake used for boating and skiing, with 24-hour staffed gates, a Beach Club, pool, courts and playgrounds. The Cory Lakes Community Development District handles stormwater, water and sewer infrastructure and street lights, and its assessments appear on the property tax bill. Zillow's typical home value was $721,224 in August 2026, up 0.2%.
Gated 55+ communities
Several of the area's gated communities are age-restricted: Kings Point in Sun City Center, Valencia del Sol in Wimauma, Encore at FishHawk Ranch and Del Webb Bexley in Land O' Lakes. Kings Point's listed fees are higher partly because they include exterior maintenance, landscaping, water, sewer, garbage, cable, internet, security and pest control. See the Tampa 55+ communities guide for a full comparison.
What a gate costs you
Staffed gates, cameras and access systems are paid for by owners. Depending on the community, the cost can sit in the master HOA budget, a sub-association budget, a community development district budget, or a mix. For any gated home, ask for:
- The master and sub-association budgets, and the line items for gate staffing and security.
- Any CDD assessment on the parcel's tax bill, and whether the CDD or the HOA owns the roads and gates.
- Any approved or planned special assessments, for example to replace gate equipment or resurface private roads.
- An estoppel certificate before closing. Florida law requires the association to deliver it within 10 business days of a request, and caps the standard fee at $250 when the account is current.
Your HOA disclosure rights
In a Florida community with a mandatory homeowners association, the seller must give you a disclosure summary before you sign. It states that membership is mandatory, that covenants restrict use and occupancy, the current regular assessments, and that special assessments can be imposed. If you do not get it before signing, you can cancel in writing within 3 days of receiving it or before closing, whichever comes first, and that right cannot be waived.
Other checks on a gated home
- Access in practice: how guests, deliveries, ride shares and contractors get in, and any fees or rules for them.
- Rules: rental restrictions, parking, exterior changes and pets.
- Flood and evacuation zone: gates do not change risk. Check both for the address in our Tampa flood zone guide.
- Crime data: a gate is not a crime statistic. If safety is a priority, check official data for the address as described in the Tampa safety data guide.
- Tax: estimate from your price. See Hillsborough County property tax.
Common questions
What are the gated communities in Tampa?+
Inside Tampa city limits, Hunters Green and Cory Lake Isles in New Tampa both have staffed gates. Nearby gated options include the 55+ communities of Kings Point in Sun City Center, Valencia del Sol in Wimauma, Encore at FishHawk Ranch and Del Webb Bexley in Land O' Lakes. In large master-planned communities, ask about the specific village, since entry arrangements can differ.
How much do homes cost in Tampa gated communities?+
Zillow's typical home value in August 2026 was $531,010 in Hunters Green and $721,224 in Cory Lake Isles, compared with $377,566 for Tampa overall. Add HOA dues, any sub-association fee and CDD assessments to your budget, since gate staffing and private amenities are paid for by owners.
What should I ask the HOA before buying a gated home?+
Ask for the master and sub-association budgets, the cost of gate staffing, reserves, any approved or planned special assessments, the rules on rentals and guests, and an estoppel certificate. Florida law requires the estoppel within 10 business days of a request, with a standard fee capped at $250 for a current account.
Can I cancel if I did not get the HOA disclosure?+
Yes. In a Florida community with a mandatory HOA, the seller must provide a disclosure summary before you sign. If you did not receive it, you can cancel in writing within 3 days after receiving it or before closing, whichever occurs first. The statute says that right cannot be waived.
Sources
- Tampa Palms Owners Association
- Hunter's Green Community Association
- Wikipedia: Hunters Green
- Cory Lake Isles Community
- Cory Lakes CDD: CDD information
- 55places.com: Kings Point
- 55places.com: Valencia del Sol
- 55places.com: Encore at FishHawk Ranch
- 55places.com: Del Webb Bexley
- Florida Senate: Section 720.401, Florida Statutes (HOA disclosure summary)
- Florida Senate: Section 720.30851, Florida Statutes (estoppel certificates)
- Zillow Research: Zillow Home Value Index (August 2026 data)