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$224,982$247 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $229,900 on Feb 17, 2025

509 E JAMES ST

TAMPA, FL 33603
3
Beds
1
Baths
910 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$225K
$196K low$254K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$229,900 · Feb 17, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,475 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$182,770 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$107,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$178,643
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,770

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.50
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Mansion
CountyHILLSBOROUGH
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 111 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
B. C. Graham Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Hillsborough High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Stewart Middle Magnet SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Hillsborough County School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 33603These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.165
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,754
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,863 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,460
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,798
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.72°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.66%

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How this home compares

509 E James St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Tampa Heights
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Tampa Heights
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Tampa Heights
  • Older than 96% of homes in Hillsborough County

What homes are worth in Tampa 33603

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$216K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Tampa 33603.

How it measures up in Tampa 33603

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Tampa 33603.

Estimated value$224,982
CheaperTypical $395,361Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$247
CheaperTypical $300Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area910 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,361 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 509 E James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTampa HeightsTampa 33603Hillsborough County
Estimated valuepricier than$224,9822% of homes3% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24715% of homes19% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than910 ft²5% of homes8% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac59% of homes40% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than194349% of homes38% of homes4% of homes

About 509 E James St

How much is 509 E James St, Tampa, FL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 E James St, Tampa, FL is $224,982 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $195,970 to $253,994. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 E James St, Tampa, FL last sell?

509 E James St, Tampa, FL last sold on Feb 17, 2025 for $229,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 E James St, Tampa, FL?

509 E James St, Tampa, FL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 910 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 509 E James St, Tampa, FL built?

509 E James St, Tampa, FL was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. It is a mansion home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 509 E James St, Tampa, FL?

509 E James St, Tampa, FL is assigned to B. C. Graham Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Hillsborough High School (high), rated C; Stewart Middle Magnet School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Hillsborough County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 E James St, Tampa, FL compare to other homes in Tampa 33603?

Among the 6,757 homes in Tampa 33603, it is worth more than 3% of them ($224,982 against a typical $395,361), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($247 against a typical $300), it is bigger than 8% of them (910 ft² against a typical 1,361 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1943 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Hillsborough County, it is worth more than 13% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 509 E James St, Tampa, FL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 E James St, Tampa, FL was $2,475. The county assessed it at $182,770.

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