5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE, LITHIA, FL, 33547
Active35 days on marketListed Jun 19, 2026MLS #TB8519694
About this home
5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE
Welcome to this beautifully maintained and fully renovated 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome in the desirable gated community of Fishhawk Ridge. Perfectly positioned on a premium conservation lot, this home offers serene water-to-conservation views framed by lush, mature greenery. Enjoy peaceful mornings or quiet evenings on your private screened lanai where you can see the otter family visiting the pond or the family of deer running along the waters edge. This property delivers the perfect mix of modern updates and truly low-maintenance living — ideal for first-time homebuyers, repeat buyers, or investors who want zero lawn care and hassle-free ownership. Here are the reasons why you will love 5842 FishHawk Ridge: 1- No Yard Work — As a townhome, the HOA handles all exterior maintenance and landscaping. 2- Excellent Schools — Zoned for highly rated Bevis Elementary and the strong Fishhawk Ranch school system. 3- Flexible & Functional Layout — The first-floor bedroom with half-bath is perfect for guests. Upstairs you’ll find two spacious bedrooms, each with its own private en-suite bathroom, plus a convenient laundry area. 4- Move-In Ready Updates — Freshly painted interior in a contemporary neutral palette, glazed ceramic tile flooring on the main level, modern laminate flooring upstairs, brilliant blue kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, 2 spacious pantry's, stainless steel appliances, and updated bathrooms throughout. 5- Peaceful & Private — Backs directly to conservation land with tranquil pond and wooded views. 6- Affordable Ownership — Priced at $255,000 with average monthly HOA fees of $175. 7- Community & Convenience: Gated neighborhood with its own community pool. 8- Full access to Fishhawk Ranch’s resort-style amenities: multiple pools, fitness center, tennis/pickleball courts, playgrounds, parks, and miles of walking trails. 9- Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major roads. This is a smart, low-maintenance home in a safe, family-friendly neighborhood with strong schools and outstanding amenities — offering simplicity, quality, and room for what matters most in your next chapter.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,383
Sqft
0.03 ac
Lot size
2005
Year built
Two
Levels
$184
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$2,252 /mo · 3.5% down FHA, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
FHA is the default here because it gets you in the door with just 3.5% down. Switch to Conventional or VA below.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
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Estimated payment
$2,252/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−3.5%
$/sqft vs Lithia actives
$184 vs $220
Days on market
35 vs 30 typical
Where $184/sqft sits among the 136 Lithia actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Fish Hawk
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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Fish Hawk — neighborhood snapshot
Population
25,854
Median age
36
Median income
$130,345
Median home value
$479,914
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
4,427
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Lithia market
$580K → $588K
Lithia median sold, yr/yr
98.0%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
84 of 136
Lithia actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Lithia, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 49% below the LITHIA 33547 median. See the full Lithia market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$253,000
15844 FISHHAWK FALLS DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,383 sqft · $183/sqft · 4 DOM
Sold · Nov ’25$242,500
15922 FISHHAWK CREEK LANE · same community
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,383 sqft · $175/sqft · 68 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$262,000
15758 FISHHAWK FALLS DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,383 sqft · $189/sqft · 21 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,252/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $175/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE?+
The association fee works out to $175 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,642. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Lithia?+
At $255,000, this home is listed about 55% below the Lithia median of $569,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5842 FISHHAWK RIDGE DRIVE?+
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School (elementary), Randall Middle School (middle), Newsome High School (high), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Under the LITHIA 33547 market on paper
$255,000 is 49% below the LITHIA 33547 median of $499,450, and at $184/sqft it sits under the Lithia average of $246.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Strong assigned schools
Fishhawk Creek Elementary School, Randall Middle School, Newsome High School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Fishhawk Creek Elementary School rates 5 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY · Lorraine Greenwood. MLS #TB8519694.
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