Updated November 4, 2026
Tarpon Springs lies along the Anclote River and the Gulf in north Pinellas. Many properties are near the water, so check your flood zone and any city permit requirements before repairs.
1984Median year homes were built
40%Homes built before 1980
81%Owner-occupied homes
$340,700Median home value
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates.
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