5214 SERENA DRIVE, TEMPLE TERRACE, FL, 33617
Active9 days on marketListed Jul 15, 2026MLS #TB8529274
About this home
5214 SERENA DRIVE
Welcome to this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering 1,567 square feet of comfortable living space in the heart of Temple Terrace. The thoughtfully updated kitchen features granite countertops, modern appliances, and ample cabinet space, while the open living areas are complemented by durable tile flooring with comfortable carpeting in the bedrooms. Enjoy the privacy of a fully fenced backyard with room to relax, entertain, or let pets play, plus a storage shed for added convenience. Location is one of this home's biggest advantages. Just minutes from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, Adventure Island, the University of South Florida, Moffitt Cancer Center, AdventHealth Tampa, and the VA Hospital, you'll also enjoy quick access to I-75, I-275, and I-4 for an easy commute throughout the Tampa Bay area. Downtown Tampa, Ybor City, the Hard Rock Casino, shopping, dining, and entertainment are all within a short drive, making this an excellent opportunity for homeowners, first-time buyers, or investors alike. With no HOA and a central location close to everything Tampa has to offer, this home combines comfort, convenience, and value. Tenant occupied, appointment required for all showings.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,567
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
1975
Year built
One
Levels
$230
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 — not generic estimates.
$2,769 /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
$2,769/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
−5.9%
$/sqft vs Temple Terrace actives
$230 vs $214
Days on market
9 vs 55 typical
Where $230/sqft sits among the 60 Temple Terrace 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 40th Street Corridor
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Get to know Temple Terrace. See the full Temple Terrace guide →
40th Street Corridor — neighborhood snapshot
Population
37,490
Median age
36
Median income
$44,203
Median home value
$172,343
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
3,868
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Temple Terrace market
$353K → $418K
Temple Terrace median sold, yr/yr
96.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
37 of 60
Temple Terrace actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Temple Terrace, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 106% above the TEMPLE TERRACE 33617 median. See the full Temple Terrace market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5214 SERENA 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$399,000
8315 N TEMPLE PLACE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,520 sqft · $263/sqft · 7 DOM
Sold · Oct ’25$245,000
8315 N TEMPLE PLACE
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,520 sqft · $161/sqft · 27 DOM
Sold · Sep ’25$323,000
8719 N 48TH STREET
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,491 sqft · $217/sqft · 29 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 5214 SERENA DRIVE — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5214 SERENA DRIVE — before you fall in love.
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Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
5214 SERENA DRIVE FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5214 SERENA DRIVE?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $2,769/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill 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.
What are the property taxes on 5214 SERENA DRIVE?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $3,968. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
How does the price compare to other homes in Temple Terrace?+
At $360,000, this home is listed about 14% below the Temple Terrace median of $420,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5214 SERENA DRIVE?+
King High School (high), Robles Elementary School (elementary), Greco Middle Magnet School (middle), Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School (elementary) — Hillsborough County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of BHHS FLORIDA PROPERTIES GROUP · Audrey Walter. MLS #TB8529274.
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