What Is Buckhorn Groves Like?
Buckhorn Groves is an established single-family subdivision in unincorporated Valrico, situated near Buckhorn Springs Golf and Country Club between Durant Road, Lithia Pinecrest Road, and Valrico Road. The community was largely platted in the 1990s with construction completed by the early 2000s, making it a mature, fully built-out neighborhood with stable home values and low turnover.
Homes here are detached single-family residences, typically 3-4 bedrooms with 2-car garages. The construction is concrete block with a mix of tile and shingle roofs. Yards are well-maintained with mature trees throughout, and the neighborhood has the kind of settled character that newer subdivisions take decades to develop.
What Does the HOA Cost and Is There a CDD?
The HOA fee is approximately $300 per year. That covers real estate taxes for common areas and basic community maintenance. There is no CDD fee. This is one of the most affordable fee structures in all of Valrico — you are paying less than $25 per month for HOA.
Buckhorn Groves is a deed-restricted community, so the HOA enforces standards on property maintenance, exterior modifications, and general upkeep. The restrictions keep the neighborhood looking good without being overbearing.
How Close Is Everything?
- Buckhorn Springs Golf and Country Club: Adjacent (private membership, not a community amenity)
- Publix: 2 miles
- Durant High School: 2 miles east
- Buckhorn Elementary: 1.5 miles
- SR 60 shopping: 2.5 miles north
- Lithia Springs Park: 5 miles south
- I-75: 7 miles west
- Downtown Tampa: 22 miles (30-35 minutes)
Which Schools Serve Buckhorn Groves?
Buckhorn Groves is in the Durant High School zone. Buckhorn Elementary serves the area and is one of the most sought-after elementary schools in Valrico. The school zoning is a primary driver of demand in the entire Buckhorn corridor.
What Is the Market Like?
Homes in Buckhorn Groves typically sell between $237,900 and $539,000. Recent market data shows an average asking price around $472,000 and average selling price around $463,500, with about six homes changing hands per year. That is low turnover for a community this size, which tells you people move here and stay.
How Does Buckhorn Groves Compare to Nearby Neighborhoods?
- Buckhorn East (adjacent): Same era, very similar homes and pricing. Essentially sister communities.
- Buckhorn Oaks (adjacent): Same vintage, lush tree cover. Minimal HOA management. Nearly interchangeable.
- Buckhorn Hills (adjacent): Part of the same Buckhorn cluster. Similar homes and price range.
- Cimmaron (1 mile): Larger custom homes on wooded lots. Higher price point but more privacy.
What Should Buyers Know?
- Construction: 1990s-2000s concrete block. Roof age, HVAC vintage, and water heater condition are your inspection priorities. Some homes may still have original roofs approaching 25-30 years.
- Golf course: Buckhorn Springs Golf and Country Club is nearby but membership is separate. Do not assume proximity means access.
- Pet policy: The HOA allows pets but limits the number. Check current rules before buying if you have multiple pets.
- Rentals: Solid rental demand in this school zone. ViVi Property Management handles Valrico rentals.
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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