Tampa metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Tarpon Springs, FL
$439,000Median listing price
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About Tarpon Springs
Greek immigrants built a natural-sponge diving industry here in the early 1900s, and the waterfront district still centers on sponge boats, Greek restaurants, and shops. The city is named for the tarpon fish seen leaping in its waters, and its downtown holds landmarks like St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral.
Home prices in Tarpon Springs
The median listing price in Tarpon Springs is $439,000.
Top places in Tarpon Springs
- The Sponge Docks
- Historic downtown Tarpon Springs.
- Craig Park and Spring Bayou.
- Fred Howard Park
- Tarpon Springs Aquarium.
- Sunset views over the sponge boat fleet.
Commuting from Tarpon Springs
- Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 45–60 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via US-19 south, then the Courtney Campbell Causeway or I-275.
Schools in Tarpon Springs
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.
Tarpon Springs FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Tarpon Springs, FL?
The median listing price in Tarpon Springs is $439,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Tarpon Springs, FL?
Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 45–60 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via US-19 south, then the Courtney Campbell Causeway or I-275. - Which school district serves Tarpon Springs, FL?
Tarpon Springs 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.