If neighborhoods had personalities, Cheval would be the one wearing a blazer at brunch and golf spikes by afternoon. Located in Lutz, Florida in northwest Hillsborough County, Cheval East and Cheval West form one of Tampa Bay’s most recognized gated country-club communities and a cornerstone of the North Tampa luxury real estate market.
One of Cheval’s biggest advantages is location. Positioned along North Dale Mabry Highway near the Veterans Expressway, residents enjoy fast access to major employment centers and retail corridors.
• Tampa International Airport: about 15–20 minutes
• Downtown Tampa & Westshore: roughly 20–25 minutes
This makes Cheval especially popular with executives, medical professionals, and relocating buyers who travel frequently.
Cheval is not simply near golf. It is built around golf.
The community contains two championship courses:
Cheval East: Home to the private Cheval Golf & Country Club, a par-72 layout with water in play on most holes, tennis courts, pool, and clubhouse dining overlooking Lake Cheval.
Cheval West: Surrounds the nationally recognized TPC Tampa Bay, a Tournament Players Club course located directly within the neighborhood.
Together, the courses wind through lakes, preserves, and residential streets, giving many homes golf or water views.
Cheval is designed as a resort-style residential environment. The gated entrances are staffed 24 hours a day, providing controlled access and privacy.
Inside the gates residents enjoy:
• The Club at Cheval athletic center
• Tennis courts and leagues
• Fitness classes and training programs
• Swimming pool and youth camps
• Social events and dining
Nature is equally present. The neighborhood includes lakes, conservation areas, wildlife habitats, and walking paths, plus nearby access to the Upper Tampa Bay Trail.
While Cheval feels private, it is surrounded by convenience. Within minutes residents reach Carrollwood, Odessa, and Citrus Park, offering grocery stores, medical facilities, and entertainment.
The area is also known for its dining scene, with casual cafés, local favorites, and upscale restaurants nearby, while the country club itself hosts member dining and social gatherings.
Buyers searching luxury homes in Lutz FL, golf course homes near Tampa, or gated communities near Tampa International Airport consistently gravitate toward Cheval. The appeal is simple: security, established landscaping, top schools, and a country-club lifestyle without a long commute.
Cheval delivers something increasingly rare in Tampa Bay real estate, a peaceful residential enclave where you can play a morning round of golf, be at the airport before lunchtime, and still make dinner reservations nearby the same evening.
13,694 people live in Cheval, where the median age is 39.1 and the average individual income is $49,820. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Cheval, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Danikara Creations, Salubrious Sips, and Olympus Jiu Jitsu Academy.
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| Dining | 3.88 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.43 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.49 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.14 miles | 23 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Cheval has 5,200 households, with an average household size of 2.63. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Cheval do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 13,694 people call Cheval home. The population density is 2,301.24 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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