Homes For Rent In Valrico, FL
Eaton Realty offers outstanding real estate services to people throughout Hillsborough County - including those looking to rent a home. We can help you find the perfect home to rent in Valrico, Florida, that meets your needs and budget. You can view Eaton rental properties currently available for rent on this page.
Living in Valrico, Florida
Located in Hillsborough County, Valrico is a historic town of just under 40,000 people. It was established before the Civil War when it was known as Long Pond. In the 1880s, it was renamed Valrico - or “rich valley” in Spanish - when a Boston professor purchased property in the region.
Valrico grew in size when the Florida Central and Peninsular Railroad was built in the area. The city continued to expand with retail stores, a bank, a steam mill, and a schoolhouse. Valrico suffered numerous setbacks over the years, such as when almost every business in town closed after the stock market crash of 1929. By the 1950s, however, Valrico began to grow and thrive again given its proximity to SR 60, which connected it to many cities and towns throughout West Central Florida, including Tampa.
Today, Valrico is known as a great place to live if you work in the city, as it is located just 14 miles east of Tampa. Valrico offers a more tranquil suburban vibe for residents, while the city life of Tampa is close at hand. It has a great community atmosphere, with local farmers’ markets and community events like Novemberfest or the Florida Strawberry Festival in neighboring Plant City.
There is plenty to do in Valrico, whether you’re into shopping and dining out at Valrico Commons or the Bullfrog Creek Brewing Company, or getting outside to enjoy nature. The Diamond Hill Golf Club is popular among residents, as is the Spark Golf League and Buckhorn Springs Golf and Country Club. The Lithia Springs Conservation Park is just a short drive away, where you can enjoy a natural spring, hiking trails, campsites, a canoe launch, picnic areas, and a playground. Residents also enjoy the Stearns Road Park, especially with kids.
Of course, being close to Tampa, Valrico residents also have easy access to attractions like Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, ZooTampa, Ybor City, shopping, dining, professional sporting events, and live theater. It is also a short drive to gorgeous Gulf beaches, including the beaches in Clearwater and St. Petersburg.
Valrico is part of the Hillsborough County School District. Its elementary schools include Alafia Elementary, Brooker Elementary, Buckhorn Elementary, Lithia Springs Elementary, Nelson Elementary, and Valrico Elementary. There are also four middle schools - Barrington, Burns, Mulrennan, and Randall Middle Schools - as well as three high schools - Bloomingdale, Durant, and Newsome High Schools. In addition to these public schools, there are multiple private schools in Valrico, including Bell Shoals Baptist Academy, Foundation Christian Academy, Grace Christian School, Interactive Education Academy, and Trinity Christian Academy.
Renting vs. Buying a Home in Valrico
Due to its proximity to Tampa, Valrico has a fairly competitive housing market. A steady influx of new residents, especially from the north, are looking to move to West Central Florida.
The median sale price of a house in Valrico is close to $400,000, while the median rent is $2,280. The price range for rentals in Valrico - which has a mix of single-family and multi-family homes, along with townhouses, condos, and apartments - is $750 to $7,080 per month.
Depending on the type of home you need, your rent might be as expensive as a monthly mortgage. Our team of experienced Realtors can work with you to help you stay within your budget for a rental property. If you decide that you’d rather purchase a home in Valrico, we can help you achieve that goal as well.
There are many benefits to renting a house. Renting gives you flexibility, which is especially important if you are in the Tampa area for a job or a posting (such as at MacDill Air Force Base) or if you want to figure out exactly where you want to live. Renting is also less expensive up front, as you won’t be required to put down a 10 or 20% down payment on a house. You also won’t be responsible for maintenance and repairs.
Deciding to rent versus buying a home is a personal decision. If you’re on the fence, we can help you determine what might be best for you, given your circumstances. No matter what you decide, our Eaton Realtors will work hard to help you get into a home that works for your needs and budget.
Benefits of Renting a Home from Eaton Realty
Eaton Realty is a full-service real estate firm. In addition to helping clients buy, sell, and rent homes, we also serve as property managers for landlords throughout Hillsborough County. Our award-winning property management team provides the highest level of service to landlords and tenants alike.
When you rent an Eaton Home, you will have peace of mind knowing that your home will be professionally managed. We inspect our rental properties regularly to spot any potential issues early and fix them proactively. Our team also responds to maintenance and repair requests promptly, along with any tenant concerns. For each Eaton Property, we work hard to keep our tenants safe and comfortable and landlords happy.
We utilize a simple, three-step rental process to get you into a house quickly. It starts with your search. Unlike other rental companies, we keep all of the rental properties that we manage listed year-round. This allows prospective tenants to see rental homes before they’re even available - so that you can plan ahead and get into a home you love as soon as it’s ready.
Once you have found a perfect home to rent, you can fill out an application directly on our website from the page of the property that you’re interested in renting. Our application process is designed to be convenient and easy to eliminate unnecessary paperwork.
Finally, when it’s time to move into your home, you can take advantage of our Residents Benefits Package for tools that will save you time and money. As part of this package, you will get one-call utility setup, online rent payment, responsive maintenance services, monthly delivery of air filters, credit building, and more. With these perks, you can focus on getting settled in and enjoying your new home.
Speak with a Rental Realtor
If you’re looking to rent a home in the greater Tampa area, Eaton Realty is just a phone call - or an email - away. Our rental process is streamlined to make it as easy as possible for you to get into a home. Reach out to get started today!
Other Cities to Consider
If you don’t have your heart set on Valrico, we can help you explore other cities and towns around Hillsborough County. We can help you find a home that is right for you in communities such as: