Neighborhood · Palmetto, Florida
Imperial Lakewoods
Roomy family homes minutes from the interstate
6
Homes for sale
$490,000
Median list price
$222
Avg price / sqft
69
Median days on market
Imperial Lakewoods is a settled, family-scaled corner of Palmetto where the houses run large — a median of 2,474 square feet — and the pace is quiet residential rather than resort. Kids feed into Buffalo Creek Middle and Palmetto High, a few homes back up to water, and you're close enough to reach downtown Tampa in about 41 minutes when work or a night out calls. It sits comfortably alongside newer Palmetto communities like Trevesta and Artisan Lakes Esplanade, with the Palmetto Historic District and West Ellenton rounding out the area's mix.
For a buyer today, this is a small, slow-moving market — six homes are active right now, and the median list price is $490,000. Homes take a median of 69 days to sell, which gives you room to negotiate, though sellers have still been getting about 97% of asking over the past year. If you want space and a low HOA without a new-construction price tag, this is a practical place to shop.
Imperial Lakewoods is a community in Palmetto, Florida.
Quick facts
$420,000 – $725K price range
2,474 sqft median home
$89/mo median HOA
13 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Imperial Lakewoods
$450,000
6161 BOBBY JONES COURT, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,033 sqft
$725,000
8234 TEA OLIVE TERRACE, PALMETTO
5 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,949 sqft
$420,000
8131 TEA OLIVE TERRACE, PALMETTO
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,698 sqft
$629,900$645,000
8219 TEA OLIVE TERRACE, PALMETTO
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,976 sqft
$425,000$429,000
8852 FOUNDERS CIRCLE, PALMETTO
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,909 sqft
$530,000$535,000
6346 BOBBY JONES COURT, PALMETTO
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,038 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Imperial Lakewoods market
13
Sold, last 12 months
$460,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
81 days
Median time to sell
Imperial Lakewoods vs Palmetto
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 0.9% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Imperial Lakewoods boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Imperial Lakewoods is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Imperial Lakewoods home
≈ $3,224/mo
$490,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$89/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
Population
1,586
Median age
48
Median income
$97,751
Median home value
$358,906
Beyond the listings
Living in Imperial Lakewoods
Hobbies & Interests
Top 14% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Active
Top 16% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 16% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Food & Drink
Top 20% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Relationships
Top 21% in the U.S.Connected Motherhood
Motherhood is a unique journey for every woman. There are highs, lows,and lots to celebrate. These moms seek to share their experiences and engage with a community of moms.
Food & Drink
Top 24% in the U.S.Whiskey Business
Characterized by their appreciation for all things whiskey, this population enjoys the classy atmosphere of whiskey drinking and learning about different brands.
Straight answers
Imperial Lakewoods FAQs
Is Imperial Lakewoods a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood with larger homes and a low HOA, assigned to Barbara A Harvey Elementary, Buffalo Creek Middle, and Palmetto High. You're about 41 minutes from downtown Tampa, so it works for commuters who still want space and a settled residential feel.
Is Imperial Lakewoods expensive?+
It's mid-market for the area, with a median list price of $490,000 and homes running about $222 per square foot. Given the median size of 2,474 square feet, you get meaningful space for that number, and the $89 median monthly HOA keeps ongoing costs low.
What do homes cost in Imperial Lakewoods?+
Active listings currently range from $420,000 to $725,000, with a median list price of $490,000. Over the past 12 months, 13 homes sold at a median price of $460,000, so recent buyers have been landing a bit under today's asking prices.
How is the market right now?+
It's a small, patient market — just six homes are active and the median time on market is 69 days. That said, sellers have been getting about 97% of asking on average, so priced-right homes still move without dramatic discounts. You can browse the broader Palmetto homes for sale if the six here don't fit.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA is a modest $89 per month, and the median annual property tax comes in around $4,122. There's no gated, golf, or 55+ overlay here, so you're not paying for amenities you won't use.
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