Report: Home Prices Increase in Tampa’s Walkable Neighborhoods
Tuesday, 15 December 2020
Homes in walkable Tampa neighborhoods are seeing a larger price increase than those in areas dependent on cars, according to a new report. Seattle-based Redfin recently looked at the difference in home prices between walkable neighborhoods, where some or most errands can be accomplished on foot, and car-dependent neighborhoods, where most errands require a car.
- Published in Local, Real Estate, Tampa Bay
A Historic Bayshore Home with Ties to the Lykes family, One of Tampa’s Wealthiest Dynasties, is Now For Sale
Thursday, 19 November 2020
An iconic home in South Tampa connected to one of the area’s historic dynasty families is back on the market. Located at 4707 Bayshore Blvd., the home was first built in 1937 by Jack Johnston and his wife, Louise Lee Johnston. “Louise was the daughter of a prominent citrus grower and real estate developer, D.
- Published in Luxury, News, Real Estate, South Tampa, Tampa Bay
Home on South Tampa’s Sunset Park waterfront has sold for $5.45 million
Thursday, 12 November 2020
A mansion on the South Tampa waterfront is the latest in a series of big luxury sales in 2020, clocking in at $5.45 million. The sale of the home at 5157 W San Jose St. closed on Friday, according to the Multiple Listing Service. The sellers, Chunilal and Kanta Shah, paid $1.1 million for the property
- Published in Housing Market, Local, Luxury, Real Estate, South Tampa, Tampa Bay
Water Street Tampa, More Than Two Years and 5 Million Square Feet into Vertical Construction, Takes Shape as a Mini City
Tuesday, 10 November 2020
Water Street Tampa is more than two years and 5 million square feet into vertical construction — and the urban district is about to hit another major milestone. Developer Strategic Property Partners says the removal of the existing railway crossing at Meridian Avenue is on track to begin in early November. That rail removal is
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Florida and Tampa home values projected to outpace much of the US by 2030
Wednesday, 04 November 2020
A recent report from Renofi projects the average home price for both U.S. states and major cities over the next 10 years, and has Florida and Tampa outpacing much of the U.S. Tampa’s average home value is expected to rise to $509,036 by 2030 compared to an average of $266,000 in 2020. That $509,000 mark
- Published in Housing Market, Investors, Local, Real Estate, South Tampa, Tampa Bay
THESE ARE THE BEST NEIGHBORHOODS IN TAMPA
Friday, 30 October 2020
There is a lot to consider when choosing the right neighborhood, from family friendliness to the nightlife and diversity. Niche.com, a website that ranks everything from colleges to the healthiest cities, has created a ranking of the best neighborhoods in Tampa. A few prominent downtown neighborhoods landed at the top of the list. Harbour Island
- Published in Blog, Housing Market, Local, Real Estate, South Tampa, Tampa Bay
What’s It Like to Live in Tampa, Florida?
Monday, 19 October 2020
Residents of the Tampa Bay area enjoy both a laid-back beach lifestyle and the amenities of a large metropolitan area, including professional sports teams, interesting museums, and an array of entertainment and dining options. The Tampa Bay metro area is a sprawling and diverse region that encompasses three cities – Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater
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Tampa Bay is home to some of the most competitive homebuyers in the US
Tuesday, 15 September 2020
Residents looking to buy a home in Tampa may face some stiff competition. A recent report from LendingTree found that the Tampa metro area is among top 10 most competitive when it comes to buying a home. To determine that, LendingTree evaluated the 50 largest metropolitan areas based on a few criteria. The report looked
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One of the original Davis Islands homes sells for $3.9 million
Wednesday, 12 June 2019
The house, on the National Register of Historic Places, was developed by Tampa native D.P. Davis. By Susan Taylor Martin TAMPA — In 1925, a two-story house on Davis Islands was built for $50,000. On Monday, it sold for $3.9 million. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, the house at 202 Blanca Ave.
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25 tips for first-time home buyers
Tuesday, 13 June 2017
Buying a home can be a nerve-racking experience, especially if you’re a first-time home buyer. Not only is it probably the biggest purchase of your life, but the process is complicated and fraught with unfamiliar lingo and surprise expenses. To make the first-time home buying journey a little less stressful, NerdWallet has compiled these 25
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