948 VISTA CAY COURT, BRANDON, FL, 33511
Active13 days on marketListed Jul 25, 2026MLS #TB8532813
About this home
948 VISTA CAY COURT
Move-In Ready Townhome for Rent in Gated Vista Cay! Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom townhome located in the pristine, gated community of Vista Cay. This spacious residence offers a bright, open floor plan with generously sized rooms throughout. The first floor features an inviting living and dining area accented by beautiful bamboo flooring, creating a warm and elegant living space. The well-appointed kitchen offers ample cabinet and counter space, making it perfect for the home chef. Upstairs, you'll find all three spacious bedrooms, including the primary suite with a private bath, along with an additional full bathroom. A convenient half bath is located downstairs for guests. Enjoy a peaceful private rear view, providing a relaxing setting to unwind after a long day. Additional features include a one-car garage, washer and dryer, and water and basic cable are included in the rent. Ideally situated directly across from the community pool, guest parking, and mailboxes, this home offers both convenience and an exceptional location. You'll also enjoy easy access to Brandon Regional Hospital, the Selmon Expressway, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Application Requirements: All prospective occupants must complete the owner's rental application and meet the owner's rental criteria. Applicants are also required to complete the community's HOA application and obtain HOA approval, as required by the association, prior to occupancy. This move-in ready home has been meticulously maintained and is ready for its next tenant. Schedule your private showing today—this opportunity won't last long!
Facts & features
The home at a glance
3
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
1,718
Sqft
0.03 ac
Lot size
1
Garage
2004
Year built
Two
Levels
$1
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Principal and interest plus estimated taxes and insurance. Run your own numbers below.
$176 /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
$176/mo
Includes FHA mortgage insurance and the financed 1.75% upfront premium. Estimates only — taxes at 1.1%/yr and typical insurance; 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.
$/sqft vs VISTA CAY
$1 vs $288
Days on market
13 vs 32 typical
Where $1/sqft sits among the 10 homes for sale in VISTA CAY
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.
The investor lens
Two ways this home pays
This home sits inside Vista Cay, a community zoned to allow true short-term rentals — so it can earn as a nightly rental or a traditional lease. Here’s how the two paths compare.
Short-term rental
Zoned & eligible
Projected nightly rate, occupancy and annual revenue for this exact home.
Long-term rental
$2,100/mo median
Live Brandon rental listing data — this home’s rate depends on size, condition and furnishing.
Where it sits
Inside Vista Cay
Drive times from this address
Estimated driving times, typical traffic. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Vista Cay is a short-term-rental community. See the full guide →
BRANDON 33511 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
60,399
Median age
38
Median income
$77,383
Median home value
$324,900
Avg household
2.63
Households w/ children
7,399
For the school run
Hillsborough County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Brandon market
$375K → $400K
Brandon median sold, yr/yr
98.1%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
6 of 10
VISTA CAY have cut their price
Median sold price, Brandon, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 99% below the BRANDON 33511 median. See the full Brandon market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 948 VISTA CAY COURT
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$265,000
2804 CONCH HOLLOW DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,718 sqft · $154/sqft · 13 DOM
Sold · May ’26$267,000
2819 CONCH HOLLOW DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,718 sqft · $155/sqft · 33 DOM
Sold · Feb ’26$238,000
2802 CONCH HOLLOW DRIVE · same community
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,684 sqft · $141/sqft · 13 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 948 VISTA CAY COURT — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 948 VISTA CAY COURT — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
948 VISTA CAY COURT FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 948 VISTA CAY COURT?+
With 3.5% down on a 30-year FHA loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $176/mo — principal and interest, estimated property taxes 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.
Can 948 VISTA CAY COURT be rented short-term?+
Yes — this home sits inside Vista Cay, a community zoned to allow short-term rentals. Nightly-rental income could change the math on this purchase entirely; request a free rental income analysis and our team will prepare projections for this exact home.
Are pets allowed at 948 VISTA CAY COURT?+
The listing reports pets: No. 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 Brandon?+
At $2,200, this home is listed about 99% below the Brandon median of $365,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 948 VISTA CAY COURT?+
Kingswood Elementary School (elementary), Bloomingdale High School (high), Rodgers 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.
The brief
Four things that matter here
01Under the BRANDON 33511 market on paper
$2,200 is 99% below the BRANDON 33511 median of $340,000, and at $1/sqft it sits under the Brandon average of $214.
02Zoned for nightly rentals
Vista Cay is one of the communities zoned to allow true short-term rentals — nightly income could change the math on this purchase entirely. Ask for the free rental analysis below.
03Trees/Woods views
The trees/woods view is part of what you're buying — views hold value independently of the structure.
04Strong assigned schools
Kingswood Elementary School, Bloomingdale High School, Rodgers Middle Magnet School, Patricia Sullivan Metropolitan Ministries Partnership School — Bloomingdale High School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
Keep looking
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Listing courtesy of RE/MAX REALTY UNLIMITED · Kristina Butera. MLS #TB8532813.
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