Community Guide · Northwest Hillsborough
Westchase, Tampa: the complete guide to living here
A 2,000-acre, master-planned community of nearly 30 villages in northwest Tampa — golf, A-rated schools, a walkable town center, and a 25-minute run to the airport. Here's an honest, local look at what it's actually like to live in Westchase, and whether it's the right fit for you.
Median home price
~$525K
single-family + townhomes, mid-2026
Villages
~30
each with its own character
Schools
A-rated
Westchase Elem · Alonso High
Golf
18 holes
public Westchase Golf Club
Population
~24,900
10 sq mi, deed-restricted
To the airport
~25 min
via the Veterans Expwy
What Westchase is really like
Westchase spans about 10 square miles of northwest Hillsborough County, roughly 16 miles from downtown Tampa. It was master-planned from the ground up on 2,000 acres of mature oaks and conservation land — so instead of one repetitive subdivision, you get nearly 30 distinct villages, each with its own streetscape, price point, and often its own pool or park.
The heart of it is West Park Village, a walkable, main-street-style town center with restaurants, coffee, and shops — the kind of place you can bike to on a Saturday morning. Around it, the community layers in swimming pools, tennis courts, playgrounds, miles of sidewalks and trails, and the public Westchase Golf Club. It's polished and well-kept without feeling exclusive.
Who Westchase is a great fit for
- Families. A-rated schools, endless parks and pools, and safe, sidewalk-lined villages make it one of the most family-anchored communities in the area.
- Commuters. The Veterans Expressway puts the airport ~25 minutes away and Westshore's business district ~20 — a genuinely easy commute for suburban space.
- Golfers & the outdoors. An 18-hole public course, conservation views, and trail networks right outside the door.
- Move-up buyers. A wide range of villages means you can find a right-sized townhome or a larger single-family home on a conservation lot without leaving the community.
Schools
Schools are a big part of why families choose Westchase. Most homes feed into Westchase Elementary (a Niche A-rated school) and Davidsen Middle School, then Alonso High School — rated A-minus, with an award-winning theater program. A few nearby options (Lowry, Bryant, and Deer Park Elementary) serve homes just outside the core boundary. Because boundaries can shift, always confirm the assigned school for a specific address before you buy.
How close is everything?
Approximate drive times from Westchase. Great context if you're relocating from out of state.
The Westchase market, briefly
As of mid-2026, the median sale price across Westchase single-family homes and townhomes sits around $525,000, with typical 33626 values running a bit higher. What you pay swings widely with the village, the lot (conservation, lake, or golf-frontage), and the size — a townhome and a custom home on the water are worlds apart. I refresh the real numbers monthly; if you want the current village-by-village breakdown, just ask.
Westchase FAQ
Is Westchase a good place to live?
For most buyers, yes — Westchase consistently ranks among the top places to live in the Tampa area. It pairs A-rated public schools, a master-planned mix of parks, pools, tennis and an 18-hole public golf course, and a walkable town center (West Park Village) with an easy Veterans Expressway commute to Tampa. It's especially strong for families and professionals who want suburban space without giving up convenience.
What schools serve Westchase?
Westchase is served by Westchase Elementary (a Niche A-rated school) and Davidsen Middle School, with students advancing to Alonso High School — an A-minus school known for its award-winning theater program. A few nearby options (Lowry, Bryant, and Deer Park Elementary) serve homes just outside the core boundary.
Does Westchase have an HOA?
Yes. Westchase is a deed-restricted, master-planned community with a community association, plus individual sub-associations for many of its ~30 villages, and a Community Development District (CDD). Dues and CDD amounts vary by village, so it's worth confirming the exact figures for any specific home.
How far is Westchase from the beach?
Roughly 35 minutes to Clearwater Beach on the Gulf, via the Veterans Expressway and the Courtney Campbell Causeway. Tampa International Airport is about 25 minutes, and downtown Tampa about 30.
Is Westchase gated?
Westchase is predominantly a non-gated, open master-planned community with public roads and amenities. A handful of its individual villages have private gated entrances, but most do not.
What's the average home price in Westchase?
As of mid-2026, the median sale price for single-family homes and townhomes in Westchase is around $525,000, with typical 33626 home values a bit higher. Prices range widely by village, lot (conservation, lake, or golf-frontage), and home size.
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