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Avila: a private estate setting with a golf heritage.

Avila began with Bob Sierra’s vision in the 1970s for a residential community amid lakes, trees, and conservation land in northern Hillsborough County. Its name and Spanish street names reflect the walled city of Ávila in Spain. Today, substantial custom homes, landscaped grounds, controlled entry, and the setting around Avila Golf & Country Club give the community a distinct place in Tampa Bay luxury real estate. Architecture and home sizes vary, so the right fit depends as much on the individual residence as the community’s reputation.

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Where to focus your search

Compare golf-course frontage with interior and wooded settings. Established homes may offer opportunities to personalize interiors, while extensively renovated estates can provide a different ownership experience. Study lot orientation, separation from neighboring homes, outdoor entertaining space, guest accommodations, and the practicality of the floor plan. A gated entrance is one consideration in a privacy plan; the home’s windows, landscaping, access, and service arrangements deserve equal attention.

Current pricing and market perspective

Published asking-price examples reviewed in October 2026 span approximately $1.5 million to $6 million, including substantial estate offerings around $2.5 million to $3.9 million. These examples are a snapshot, rather than a complete market range. Price reductions on some offerings illustrate why presentation, condition, and comparable sales matter even in an established luxury community. Request a current comparison of active, pending, and recently closed homes before setting an offer or listing strategy.

Ownership details worth reviewing

Confirm current association dues, architectural approval requirements, landscaping obligations, and any planned work. Golf and other club privileges should be verified directly with the club, including membership availability, eligibility, fees, and whether any membership is included or transferable. Review roof age, mechanical systems, pool equipment, insurability, and the cost of maintaining larger grounds. These details can materially change the annual budget for an estate residence.

A discreet search, shaped around you

Tell Jeff Gould or Maribel Kordomenos about your preferred setting, budget, timing, and privacy requirements. Luxury real estate calls for more than a price filter: architecture, lifestyle, service expectations, and the practical demands of ownership deserve individual attention. For public figures and other high-net-worth buyers and sellers, discuss communication preferences, appointment arrangements, and information sharing at the outset.

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The linked Stellar MLS search starts with Davis Islands. Refine the location or contact Jeff or Maribel for a tailored search.

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Research reviewed October 27, 2026. Asking-price examples are selected illustrations, not closed-sale ranges, medians, or valuations. Availability and prices change; confirm current details through Stellar MLS and the listing brokerage. No neighborhood-wide sales trend is inferred from individual offerings. Sources: Avila Property Owners’ Association history; club background; published asking-price examples.

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