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Brandon, FL Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Guide (2026)
Brandon is an established Hillsborough County suburb about 11 miles east of downtown Tampa, where I-75, I-4 and the Selmon Expressway meet. The median sale price in the 33511 ZIP code was about $375,000 in September 2026, according to Redfin, and many neighborhoods have no CDD fees, which keeps monthly costs lower than in brand-new suburbs.
An overview of Brandon
Brandon suits buyers who want an established suburb with big-box shopping, quick highway access and homes that cost less than in the city of Tampa. It is unincorporated, so Hillsborough County provides most services. The community is named for John Brandon, who settled here in 1857, and it grew quickly from the 1970s onward.
Most homes were built from the 1970s through the 2000s, so you get more mature trees and larger lots than in newer suburbs, and many neighborhoods have no CDD fee. Brandon had 114,626 residents at the 2020 Census, up from 103,483 in 2010.
What is Brandon known for?
Brandon is known for shopping, highway access and established neighborhoods.
- Shopping and dining: the Brandon Exchange mall (formerly Westfield Brandon) and the stores and restaurants along Brandon Boulevard (State Road 60).
- Highway access: I-75, I-4 and the Selmon Expressway, which runs straight to downtown Tampa and South Tampa.
- Health care: HCA Florida Brandon Hospital and many medical offices nearby.
- Established homes: 1970s–2000s neighborhoods, many without CDD fees, plus newer subdivisions toward Valrico and Seffner.
How much do homes cost in Brandon, FL?
The median sale price in Brandon’s 33511 ZIP code was about $375,000 in September 2026, down 3.9% from a year earlier, according to Redfin. Homes took a median of 48 days to sell, sold for about 99.4% of list price, and 44.3% of homes sold had a price drop.
| Area (ZIP) | Median sale price | Median days to sell |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon (33511) | $375,000 | 48 |
| Valrico, next door (33594) | $365,000 (June) | 22 |
| Riverview, to the south | $375,000 | 58 |
| City of Tampa | $450,000 | 60 |
Source: Redfin, September 2026 unless noted. Small-area medians move a lot from month to month.
Here is what the monthly payment looks like with 10% down:
| Home price | Principal and interest per month |
|---|---|
| $300,000 | $1,855 |
| $375,000 (Brandon median) | $2,318 |
| $450,000 | $2,782 |
Calculated by Rothfuss Team Realty at 7.32%, the Freddie Mac 30-year average on Oct. 22, 2026. Taxes, insurance and HOA fees not included.
What are the main neighborhoods in Brandon?
Brandon is a collection of subdivisions rather than one downtown, so the right area depends on the age of home and the commute you want.
- Central Brandon: established neighborhoods such as Brandon Hills and Kensington Estates, with mostly 1970s–1990s homes, larger lots and quick access to Brandon Boulevard.
- North Brandon and Seffner: closer to I-4 for drives toward Plant City, Lakeland and Orlando.
- South and east toward Bloomingdale and Valrico: many 1990s–2000s subdivisions, some with HOAs and community pools.
- Newer homes nearby: for new construction, buyers usually look south to Riverview or east toward Lithia. See our new construction guide.
What should buyers know about Brandon?
Check the age of the roof, AC and plumbing, the flood zone, and insurance before you make an offer.
- Older systems: many homes are 25–50 years old. Insurers often ask for a four-point inspection and roof age, so a newer roof can lower your premium. See how wind mitigation lowers insurance.
- Flood risk: it is minor across most of 33511, but some low-lying streets near creeks and retention ponds are in flood zones. Check the address on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
- Sinkholes: parts of eastern Hillsborough County have sinkhole activity. Ask the seller about any history and check whether your policy covers catastrophic ground collapse.
- Fees: many older neighborhoods have no CDD and a low or no HOA fee, which can make Brandon cheaper month to month than newer suburbs. See CDD vs. HOA fees.
What's it like to live in Brandon?
Brandon is a car-oriented suburb where almost everything you need is a short drive away. Downtown Tampa is about 20 to 30 minutes away outside rush hour, and the Gulf beaches are about 45 to 60 minutes away. Rush-hour traffic on State Road 60 and I-75 is the main trade-off.
Compare it with nearby areas in our Where to Live in Tampa guide, or run your budget with the Tampa home affordability calculator.
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Brandon FAQ
Is Brandon, FL a good place to live?
Brandon is a good fit for buyers who want an established suburb with shopping, quick access to I-75, I-4 and the Selmon Expressway, and prices below the city of Tampa. The trade-offs are older homes in many neighborhoods and rush-hour traffic.
How much do homes cost in Brandon, FL?
The median sale price in the 33511 ZIP code was about $375,000 in September 2026, according to Redfin. At 7.32% with 10% down, that is about $2,318 a month in principal and interest.
How far is Brandon from Tampa?
Brandon is about 11 miles east of downtown Tampa, usually a 20- to 30-minute drive outside rush hour via the Selmon Expressway or I-4.
Do Brandon homes have CDD fees?
Many older Brandon neighborhoods have no CDD fee. Some newer subdivisions in the area do, so check the property tax bill for a CDD assessment before you make an offer.
Is Brandon in a flood zone?
Most of Brandon has minor flood risk, with about 11% of properties in the 33511 ZIP code at risk of severe flooding over 30 years, according to First Street data on Redfin. Some low-lying streets are in flood zones, so check the FEMA map for each address.
What county and school district is Brandon in?
Brandon is an unincorporated community in Hillsborough County, served by Hillsborough County Public Schools, which earned an A from the state in 2026.
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