Valrico, Florida sits in east Hillsborough County, roughly 15 miles east of downtown Tampa. It is an unincorporated community known for its family-friendly neighborhoods, highly rated schools, and easy access to both Tampa and Lakeland via the I-4 corridor.

What makes Valrico stand out from other Tampa Bay suburbs:

• Top-rated schools — Newsome High, Randall Middle, and Alafia Elementary draw families from across the county
• Diverse housing stock — from affordable starter homes in the $300Ks to luxury estates over $1M in communities like River Hills and FishHawk
• Outdoor recreation — Alafia River State Park, Lithia Springs, and dozens of community parks and trails
• Growing local business scene — independent restaurants, craft breweries, and family-owned shops along Lithia Pinecrest Road
• Low crime rates — consistently ranked among the safest communities in Hillsborough County

“Valrico gives you the suburban lifestyle without the cookie-cutter feel. Every neighborhood has its own personality — from the oak-canopy streets of Bloomingdale to the resort-style living in FishHawk Ranch.”— Barrett Henry, Broker Associate & Valrico resident