Tampa metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to East Lake, FL
About East Lake
East Lake is an unincorporated census-designated place in northern Pinellas County, centered on the East Lake Woodlands gated community — one of the area's largest master-planned neighborhoods, built around the Ardea Country Club's two championship golf courses and bordered by the 8,700-acre Brooker Creek Preserve. The area for its lakeside parks and suburban feel, with Lake Tarpon and John Chesnut Sr. Park as the main outdoor anchors. Housing ranges from golf-course villas and condos to large single-family homes in gated subdivisions.
Home prices in East Lake
The median listing price in East Lake is $399,000.
Top places in East Lake
- East Lake Woodlands
- Brooker Creek Preserve
- John Chesnut Sr. Park
- Lake Tarpon
- East Lake Library.
- Lansbrook and nearby golf communities.
- Honeymoon Island State Park
- Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks
Commuting from East Lake
- Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 45–60 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via East Lake Road to SR-60/Courtney Campbell Causeway or via US-19.
Schools in East Lake
Public schools: Pinellas County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
East Lake FAQs
- What is the housing market like in East Lake, FL?
The median listing price in East Lake is $399,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from East Lake, FL?
Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 45–60 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via East Lake Road to SR-60/Courtney Campbell Causeway or via US-19. - Which school district serves East Lake, FL?
East Lake is served by Pinellas County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.