Moving to Seffner, FL: Living in Seffner Guide

Seffner is a small, older community on the east side of Hillsborough County, squeezed between Interstate 4 and Brandon. It dates to the 1880s, when the post office opened and the town took the name of its first postmaster, Frederick P. Seffner. By 1925 it was the fourth-largest town in the county. Today it’s a quieter place: about 8,400 people, mostly owner-occupied homes, a lake on the southeast side, and quick access to I-4, I-75 and Brandon’s shopping.

Seffner suits families who want a yard and a real neighborhood feel without paying Tampa prices, and commuters who split time between Tampa and Plant City or Lakeland. Its homeownership rate is much higher than the county’s big suburbs, and the Census puts its median household income above Florida’s. You’ll trade some walkability for more space.

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Where Is Seffner?

Seffner is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) in Hillsborough County, about 13 miles east of downtown Tampa. Thonotosassa lies to the north, Mango to the west and Brandon to the south. Plant City is about 10 miles to the east.

Boundaries: Interstate 4 forms Seffner’s northern edge, and State Road 574 (Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard) forms its southern edge.
Main local roads: Lenna Avenue runs north-south, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard (formerly Highway 23, or Buffalo Avenue) runs east-west. U.S. Highway 92 also passes through the area.
Nearest major airport: Tampa International Airport (TPA), reached by I-4 and I-275 through Tampa.
Area codes: 813 and 656, with 10-digit dialing required since the 656 overlay started in 2022.

The CDP covers 3.61 square miles of land and 0.20 square miles of water. Lake Weeks, on the southeast side, covers about 57.73 acres and is known locally for fishing.

Seffner Population & Demographics

Seffner has grown gradually. Its population was 5,371 in 1990, 5,467 in 2000, 7,579 in 2010 and 8,362 at the 2020 Census. It skews a bit older and more family-oriented than nearby suburbs: the median age was 40.4 in 2020, and the average household has 2.91 people. More than four in five homes are owner-occupied.

Measure	Seffner CDP	Florida	United States
Population (2020 Census)	8,362	—	—
Median age (2020 Census)	40.4	—	—
Residents under 18	25.8%	—	—
Residents 65 and older	16.1%	—	—
Median household income (2020–2024)	$93,333	$74,568	$80,734
Per capita income (2020–2024)	$45,078	—	—
Bachelor’s degree or higher (age 25+)	32.3%	34.1%	35.7%
High school graduate or higher (age 25+)	92.8%	—	—
Owner-occupied housing rate	83.5%	67.6%	—
Households (2020–2024)	3,036	—	—
Persons in poverty	11.7%	12.0%	10.2%
Mean travel time to work	25.0 min	28.0 min	—

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (2020 Census and 2020–2024 American Community Survey); median age and historical counts from the Census as reported by Wikipedia. The Census Bureau does not publish annual population estimates for CDPs like Seffner, so 2020 is the latest official count.

A few more details: Seffner has 503 veterans, and 11.3% of residents were born outside the United States. At the 2020 Census the community was 58.1% white, 24.2% Hispanic or Latino and 15.8% Black. With 2,318 people per square mile, most streets have a suburban, single-family feel.

Is Seffner Safe?

We didn’t find a recent, reliable Seffner-specific crime data source worth quoting, and conditions vary from street to street anyway. Because Seffner is unincorporated, law enforcement comes from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, which is the best place to ask about a particular neighborhood. Visit the area at different times of day and talk to a neighbor or two before you commit.

Cost of Living in Seffner

Home Prices

Seffner homes cost a little less than the Florida average by the Census measure. The median value of owner-occupied homes was $344,100 for 2020–2024, compared with $359,000 statewide, $332,700 nationally and $420,400 in the City of Tampa.

Recent sales run higher. Redfin reports a median sale price of $424,719 in Seffner for August 2026, up 6.8% from a year earlier, with 26 homes sold and a median of 35 days on the market. The median price per square foot was $242. Redfin calls the market “somewhat competitive,” with homes typically selling about 2% below list price.

The Census median monthly cost for owners with a mortgage is $1,768. Because many Seffner lots are larger and some homes are older, get inspection and insurance quotes early. Sinkholes are also worth asking about here: Seffner had a significant sinkhole incident on March 1, 2013. Ask your inspector about signs of ground movement and ask your insurance agent exactly what your policy covers.

Rent

Seffner has fewer rentals than most Tampa suburbs because so many homes are owner-occupied, but the apartments that do exist are relatively affordable. Apartments.com’s September 2026 data shows average rents of about $1,139 for a one-bedroom, $1,364 for a two-bedroom and $1,882 for a three-bedroom, up 5.6% from a year earlier. The site notes that Seffner rent runs about 32% below the national average.

The Census median gross rent for 2020–2024 was higher, at $1,818, which reflects the many single-family houses for rent. Tampa’s average one-bedroom rent on Apartments.com was $1,651 in September 2026.

Best Neighborhoods in Seffner

Around Lake Weeks

The southeast side of Seffner surrounds Lake Weeks, a lake of about 58 acres that’s popular for fishing. Homes near the water tend to attract buyers who want a quieter setting and a place to cast a line after work. Expect a mix of older homes and newer builds. As with any lakeside property in Florida, check the flood zone and insurance costs before you make an offer.

Near Kingsway Road

Kingsway Road runs through the middle of Seffner and passes two county parks: the Seffner Civic Center, home to the Seffner Old School House, and Higginbotham Park with its cricket fields. Streets in this area suit families who want parks and ball fields within a short drive, and the Old School House is a nice reminder of how far back Seffner goes.

North Seffner Near I-4 and Mango

The northern part of Seffner sits close to Interstate 4 and borders the Mango area to the west. It’s the practical pick for commuters heading toward downtown Tampa, the Florida State Fairgrounds area or east toward Plant City and Lakeland. Mango Park & Recreation Center, with its 5-acre dog park, is close by, which makes this section a good fit for dog owners.

Weather & Climate in Seffner

Seffner shares the Tampa area’s climate. Using NOAA’s 1991–2020 normals for Tampa International Airport, Current Results reports average January highs around 71°F with lows around 52°F, and July and August highs around 91°F with lows around 77°F. The area averages about 49.5 inches of rain over roughly 108 rainy days a year, much of it in summer afternoon thunderstorms.

Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30. Seffner is inland, but Hillsborough County reworked its evacuation zones for 2026, adding a new Zone E, and it places all manufactured and mobile homes in Zone A no matter where they are. Look up your address at HCFL.gov/HEAT.

Best months to move: October through April. Summer moves work fine with an early start and a flexible backup date.

Things to Do in Seffner

Mango Park & Recreation Center

This county rec center at 11717 Clay Pit Road has two basketball courts, a playground, open fields, after-school and summer camp programs, and a 5-acre dog park. It also has a drone park, which is unusual for a neighborhood rec center. Adults can buy a county Wellness Access Pass for $10 a month for gym time and select classes.

Rodney Colson Sports Complex

At 720 Gerard Avenue, this 32.63-acre county park has basketball courts, cricket fields, open fields, picnic shelters, a playground and a paved walking and biking trail. It’s free and open sunrise to sunset.

Higginbotham Park and Seffner Civic Center

Higginbotham Park, at 1104 N. Kingsway Road, has three professional cricket fields plus softball, soccer and basketball. A short drive down the same road, the Seffner Civic Center at 1212 S. Kingsway Road has a basketball court, playground and picnic tables, and it’s home to the Seffner Old School House.

Florida State Fairgrounds

The 336-acre fairgrounds sits at 4800 U.S. Highway 301 North in Tampa, a short drive west of Seffner. The Florida State Fair runs for 12 days every February, and the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre holds about 20,000 people for concerts. Don’t miss Cracker Country, a living history museum with 13 original buildings dating from 1870 to 1912.

Hillsborough River State Park

North of Seffner in Thonotosassa, this 3,383-acre state park was one of Florida’s original eight state parks, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1938. The Hillsborough River has Class II rapids here, which is rare in Florida. Entry is $6 per vehicle, and there’s a replica of Fort Foster from the Seminole Wars on site. Some amenities, including the cafe, were closed as of 2026, so check the park’s website first.

Where to Eat in Seffner

Kojak’s House of Ribs

Kojak’s has been smoking ribs since 1978. It spent decades in South Tampa before moving to Seffner in 2022, and it’s now at 1809 S. Parsons Avenue. Tripadvisor reviewers call out the baked beans and green beans as much as the ribs.

Martha’s Family Restaurant

This diner at 12019 U.S. Highway 92 East opens at 5:30 a.m. and serves breakfast all day, with homemade daily specials. Tripadvisor reviewers mention the Hillbilly Skillet, French toast and catfish sandwich. It’s a good spot to fuel up before a long day of unpacking.

Parkesdale Farm Market

About 10 miles east in Plant City, Parkesdale has been a family-owned strawberry farm and market since 1968. Its strawberry shortcake comes back every year on January 2, and the market sells produce, jams, plants and milkshakes. From April through November it’s open Wednesday through Sunday, and it closes for a summer break from July 4 to August 4.

Jobs & Economy

Most Seffner residents commute. The community’s location on I-4 puts it within reach of downtown Tampa, Brandon, Plant City and Lakeland, and the Census puts the average commute at 25.0 minutes, shorter than the Florida average of 28.0.

The Tampa Bay Economic Development Council lists distribution and logistics, manufacturing, information technology, financial and professional services, defense, and life sciences and healthcare as the region’s target industries. Big regional employers include Tampa General Hospital, which reports about 15,000 team members and providers systemwide, and MacDill Air Force Base, where about 15,000 people work.

Schools in Seffner

Seffner is served by Hillsborough County Public Schools, which describes itself as the nation’s 7th largest school district. Wikipedia lists Colson, Lopez, McDonald, Seffner and Pruner among the elementary schools serving the area and Gordon Burnett and Jennings among the middle schools. Private and charter options named there include Hillsborough Baptist, Impact Academy, Legacy Christian Academy, Livingstone Academy and Seffner Christian Academy.

School zones change, and Seffner addresses can be zoned to schools in neighboring communities, so always confirm the zoned school for a specific address with the district. The Seffner-Mango Branch Library is also in the community.

Seffner Quick Facts

County	Hillsborough County (unincorporated)
Population	8,362 (2020 Census)
Land area	3.61 square miles (2020 Census)
ZIP codes	33583, 33584
Area codes	813 and 656 (10-digit dialing)
Distance to downtown Tampa	About 13 miles
Nearest major airport	Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Main roads	I-4, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (SR 574), Lenna Avenue, U.S. 92
Law enforcement	Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office
Public schools	Hillsborough County Public Schools

Moving to Seffner: Tips From Our Crew

Time your I-4 trips. Seffner’s northern edge is Interstate 4, the main route between Tampa and Orlando. If your move uses I-4, a mid-morning start keeps the truck out of the worst commuter traffic.
Tell us about long driveways and soft yards. Larger lots sometimes mean long gravel or grass driveways. After a summer storm, soft ground can keep a big truck from backing up to the door. Let us know ahead of time so we can plan the parking spot and bring extra equipment if needed.
Remember it’s the county. Seffner is unincorporated, so trash, bulk pickup and permits run through Hillsborough County. Set up service before move day so empty boxes don’t pile up.
Get your HOA rules early. Newer subdivisions often limit truck parking, moving hours or portable storage containers. Send us the rules and we’ll plan around them.
Plan around Fair season. The Florida State Fair runs 12 days every February at the fairgrounds on U.S. 301, a short drive west. Expect extra traffic nearby on fair days, and pick a different weekend for your move if you can.
Protect items from the heat. July and August highs average around 91°F. Move candles, vinyl records, electronics and medications in your car rather than the truck.

Frequently Asked Questions About Moving to Seffner

How much do movers cost in Seffner?

Every move is different. Price depends on how much you’re moving, the distance, access at both homes, packing needs and the date. A move from Brandon to Seffner is priced very differently from a cross-country move. For a real number, call 813-544-0048 for a free quote. An owner calls you back within 15 minutes between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Is Seffner part of Tampa or Brandon?

Neither. Seffner is its own unincorporated community in Hillsborough County, about 13 miles east of downtown Tampa. Brandon borders it to the south, and the two share many stores and services, but county government provides local services in both.

What is the housing market like in Seffner?

Redfin reported a median sale price of $424,719 in August 2026, up 6.8% from a year earlier, with homes typically selling in about 35 days. The Census median value for all owner-occupied homes was $344,100 for 2020–2024. More than 83% of Seffner homes are owner-occupied.

Should I worry about sinkholes in Seffner?

Seffner had a significant sinkhole incident on March 1, 2013, so it’s a fair question. Before you buy, ask your home inspector about signs of ground movement and ask your insurance agent exactly what your policy covers.

Do you offer storage and junk removal?

Yes. If your closing dates don’t line up, we offer storage. If you’re clearing out a garage or shed before the move, our junk removal service can haul it away the same week. Ask our Seffner movers to bundle it into one quote.

Move to Seffner With A & M Friendly Movers

A & M Friendly Movers is family-owned, and has been since 2015. With our Owner’s Promise, you talk to an owner, not a call center. If anything is damaged, an owner calls you the same day, and claims are resolved in 60–90 days. Every crew member is a background-checked, drug-tested W-2 employee, never a subcontractor.

Our Tampa office covers all of Hillsborough County, including Seffner, for local moves and long-distance moves (FL Mover Reg. IM3566). Long-distance customers get a binding estimate, a dedicated truck and a guaranteed delivery date. Learn more about our Seffner movers, read our reviews, or call 813-544-0048 today.

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