Sun City Center, Sun City Center FL — neighborhood review

Sun City Center, FL

Sun City Center · FL 33571

Updated July 15, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$240K

Median Price

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Walk Score

6.7/10

Schools

35 min

to Tampa, FL

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
C+Schools
67/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score60/100

Our Take

Sun City Center offers a relaxed, retirement‑focused lifestyle with plenty of amenities and a low violent‑crime rate, but it’s car‑dependent, lacks walkable services and has a high flood risk. It’s a solid choice for downsizers or retirees, but families or those who want a vibrant, walkable neighborhood might want to explore other options.

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The Good

  • ✓Plenty of senior‑focused amenities such as pools, clubhouses, and golf courses
  • ✓Low violent crime and a strong sense of community
  • ✓Affordable housing relative to Tampa and other Florida retirement towns
  • ✓Proximity to major Tampa‑area attractions within a 35‑minute commute

Real Talk

  • !Walk score of 0 means almost all errands require a car
  • !No local schools or a robust public‑school system
  • !High flood‑risk zone (AE) which may increase insurance costs
  • !Limited public transit options and few nearby grocery or pharmacy options
  • $Flood insurance premiums can add several hundred dollars per year
  • $Homeowners’ association fees for condos or townhomes can run $200–$400/month
  • $Property taxes in Hillsborough County can be higher than neighboring counties

Best For

Retirees and downsizersRemote workers seeking a quiet environmentSeniors who value community amenitiesHomebuyers looking for lower cost of living compared to Tampa

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Sun City Center, FL

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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