Davis Islands, Tampa's Premier Island Community
Davis Islands is a pair of man-made islands in Hillsborough Bay, connected to Downtown Tampa by a short bridge. The community offers something almost impossible to find elsewhere in Tampa: genuine island living with a 5-minute drive to the business district. With its own airport (Peter O. Knight), yacht club, public beach, pool complex, tennis courts, and dog park, Davis Islands operates as a self-contained village, except with a major metro skyline as the backdrop.
Architecture and Homes
The island's architectural diversity is remarkable. Mediterranean Revival homes from the 1920s and '30s sit alongside mid-century ranches, contemporary waterfront estates, and tasteful new construction. The mix creates streetscapes with real character, no cookie-cutter subdivisions here. Waterfront properties along the seawall command the highest premiums, with unobstructed views of Hillsborough Bay and the downtown Tampa skyline.
Home Values in 2026
- Single-family homes: $800K to $8 million+ for premium waterfront
- Average single-family sale price: approximately $1.08 million
- Waterfront estates: $2M to $8M+ with seawall, dock, and bay views
- Interior lots: $800K to $1.5M, still island living at a lower entry point
- Condos: $300K to $1.2M in various buildings
Most purchases require a jumbo loan. Barrett works with lenders experienced in waterfront and island property transactions. Use the mortgage calculator for estimates.
Lifestyle and Amenities
- Davis Islands Beach & Pool public beach and community pool complex
- Davis Islands Yacht Club sailing, social events, waterfront dining
- Peter O. Knight Airport general aviation airport right on the island
- Marjorie Park Marina boat slips and kayak launches
- Downtown Tampa 5-minute drive across the bridge to Riverwalk, Amalie Arena, dining
- MacDill AFB short drive south via Bayshore
Schools
Davis Islands is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools. Gorrie Elementary on the island is consistently one of the top-rated elementary schools in Tampa. Wilson Middle and Plant High School round out the public school path, all highly regarded.
Interested in Davis Islands?
Island properties move quickly and often trade off-market. Barrett Henry has 23+ years of real estate experience and connections throughout the Davis Islands community.
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