What Is Bristol Green Like?
Bristol Green is a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood in Valrico near the Bloomingdale corridor. About 454 residents call this community home, and the neighborhood is known for well-maintained homes surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees. Built primarily in the late 1980s and early 1990s, Bristol Green has that established suburban feel, sidewalks, shade trees, and neighbors who know each other.
Homes are mostly single-family, 3-4 bedrooms, concrete block construction with screened lanais and 2-car garages. The lots back up to tree lines in many sections, giving a sense of privacy that newer, tighter developments cannot replicate.
How Much Are the HOA Fees?
Bristol Green has an active homeowners association with reasonable fees. There is no CDD fee. The HOA maintains community standards and common areas without being overbearing, residents report a good balance between neighborhood upkeep and personal freedom.
How Close Is Everything?
- Bloomingdale Avenue shopping: 0.5 miles
- Publix: 1 mile
- Cimino Elementary: 0.5 miles
- Bell Shoals Road restaurants: 1.5 miles
- Selmon Expressway: 3 miles
- I-75: 5 miles
- Westfield Brandon Mall: 4 miles
- Downtown Tampa: 18 miles (25-30 minutes)
Which Schools Serve Bristol Green?
Bristol Green is zoned for Cimino Elementary, which is within walking distance for many residents. Cimino is well-regarded and a major reason families choose the Bloomingdale corridor. The middle and high school assignments feed into the Bloomingdale High School zone.
How Does Bristol Green Compare to Nearby Neighborhoods?
- Bloomingdale (adjacent): The big community next door. More amenities, trails, and common areas but also more traffic and more HOA bureaucracy.
- Belle Timbre (1 mile): Similar size and era. Both are small, quiet neighborhoods near Bloomingdale. Pick based on specific lot and home condition.
- Bloomingdale Oaks (0.5 miles): Same era, larger community footprint. More homes available at any given time.
- Brentwood Hills (1 mile): Same vintage, bigger lots, similar pricing.
What Should Buyers Know?
- Construction: Late 1980s to early 1990s concrete block. Inspect for polybutylene plumbing, original electrical panels, and roof age. These are the big-ticket items.
- Insurance: Roof age drives insurance costs in Florida. If the seller has not replaced the roof, negotiate a credit or replace it yourself, the insurance savings pay for themselves within a few years.
- Location premium: Being walkable to Cimino Elementary adds value. Families will pay more for this, which helps your resale.
- Rentals: Good rental demand in the Bloomingdale school zone. ViVi Property Management handles rentals throughout Valrico.
Barrett Henry is a Broker Associate at REMAX Collective with 23+ years of real estate experience. Call (813) 733-7907 or get a free home valuation to see what your property is worth.
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