Two Bedroom Two Bath Condo For Rent $750 per month

 New paint, new carpet, new oven/range and new dishwasher. Newer refrigerator. The a/c system is about a year old. Clean two bedroom, two bath condo. Non-smoker only, no pets. Convenient to downtown, Tyrone Mall and the Gulf Beaches. Realtor is owner.

Information provided by: David Miller, Realtor/Appraiser serving St. Petersburg, FL and the Tampa Bay Area.

Do any of your electrical outlets have signs of heat or discoloration? This could be a dangerous situation. The information below is provided by David Salvato, a professional home inspector.

The local MLS reported 10 sales in Vina Del Mar for 2009 with an average sale price of $445,000. The lowest sale price was $164,000 and the highest sale price was $884,000.

  There are currently 15 homes listed for sale in the neighborhood ranging in list price from $298,000 to $1,440,000. There are three homes currently under contract in the neighborhood.

  Pictured below are two of the homes for sale.

Vina Del Mar is an island community located in the southern part of St. Pete Beach to the east of Pass-a-Grille Beach. It is believed that the island was named after the Chilean city of Vina Del Mar which is referred to as vines by the sea, vineyard by the sea and also gardens by the sea.

The area consists of approximately 350 single family homes built primarily in the 1950's and 1960's. A  majority of the homes are waterfront. There are canal front homes as well as homes with open water views.

The square footage of the homes range from 874 square feet to 8391 square feet with the predominant size being in the 1500 to 2000 square foot range. A majority of the homes are located on lots that are less than ¼ of an acre.

Below are pictures taken from the 21st ave bridge.

Information provided by: David Miller, Realtor/Appraiser serving St. Petersburg, FL and the Tampa Bay Area.

Are you a veteran that wants to own your own home? There are a number of loan programs but the best route to go may be to get a VA loan. Below are some of the highlights of a VA home loan.

The local MLS reported 34 sales in the neighborhood for 2009 with an average sale price of $465,000. The lowest sale price was $153,000 and the highest sale price was $1,011,900.

  There are currently 23 homes listed for sale in the neighborhood ranging in list price from $259,000 to $3.2 million. There are seven homes currently under contract in the neighborhood.

  Pictured below are two of the homes for sale.

This neighborhood is often referred to as Causeway Isles and includes Causeway Isles which is on the north side of Central Ave, South Causeway Isle which is south of Central Ave and South Causeway Isle Yacht Club which is reached via 79^th Street through South Causeway Isle.

The area consists of approximately 770 single family homes built primarily in the 1950's and 1960‘s. A large majority of the homes are waterfront. There are canal front homes as well as homes with views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Boca Ciega Bay.

The square footage of the homes range from 1038 square feet to 6773 square feet with the predominant size being in the 1500 to 2500 square foot range. Approximately 90 of the homes are more than 3000 square feet. A majority of the homes are located on lots that are less than ¼ of an acre.

Information provided by: David Miller, Realtor/Appraiser serving St. Petersburg, FL and the Tampa Bay Area.

The local MLS reported 18 sales in Holiday Park for 2009 with an average sale price of $200,000. The lowest sale price was $125,000 and the highest sale price was $290,000.

  There are currently 14 homes listed for sale in the neighborhood ranging in list price from $128,900 to $349,000. There are three homes currently under contract in the neighborhood.

  Pictured below are two of the homes for sale in Holiday Park.

   The St. Petersburg neighborhood of Holiday Park consists of approximately 714 single family homes built primarily in the 1950's and 1960‘s. The homes in this neighborhood are well maintained. The neighborhood is close to Northwest Park and J. W. Cate Recreation Center. Some of the activities available to residents are baseball, soccer, tennis, gymnastics, karate, cheerleading, basketball, volleyball, dance and swimming. The neighborhood is within walking distance to Tyrone Elementary and Middle Schools. The area is close to employment, shopping, medical facilities and other support services.

The square footage of the homes range from 936 square feet to 3217 square feet with the predominant size being in the 1000 to 2000 square foot range. A large majority of the homes are concrete block construction and have attached garages. A majority of the homes are located on lots that are less than ¼ of an acre.

The Holiday Park neighborhood is north of 22^nd avenue north, south of 34^th avenue north, east of 66th street and west of 62^nd street. Holiday Park Neighborhood Association is open to residents of Holiday Park.

Information provided by: David Miller, Realtor/Appraiser serving St. Petersburg, FL and the Tampa Bay Area.

The local MLS reported 23 sales in Sheryl Manor for 2009 with an average sale price of $137,000.  The lowest sale price was $61,000 and the highest sale price was $215,000.

  There are currently 15 homes listed for sale in the neighborhood ranging in list price from $83,000 to $219,900. There are ten homes currently under contract in the neighborhood. Pictured below are two of the homes for sale in Sheryl Manor.

The St. Petersburg neighborhood of Sheryl Manor consists of approximately 915 single family homes built primarily in the 1960‘s. The homes in this neighborhood are well maintained. The neighborhood is close to Northwest Park and J. W. Cate Recreation Center. Some of the activities available to residents are baseball, soccer, tennis, gymnastics, karate, cheerleading, basketball, volleyball, dance and swimming. The area is close to employment, shopping, medical facilities and other support services.

 The square footage of the homes range from 700 square feet to 3832 square feet with the predominant size being in the 1000 to 1800 square foot range. A large majority of the homes are concrete block construction and have attached garages. Approximately a quarter of the homes have pools. A majority of the homes are located on lots that are less than ¼ of an acre.

 The Sheryl manor neighborhood is north of 22^nd avenue north, south of 38^th avenue north, east of 62^nd street and west of 58^th street.

Information provided by: David Miller, Realtor/Appraiser serving St. Petersburg, FL and the Tampa Bay Area.

This area is often referred to as Causeway Isles and includes Causeway Isles which is on the north side of Central Ave, South Causeway Isle which is south of Central Ave and South Causeway Isle Yacht Club which is reached via 79^th Street through South Causeway Isle.

The area consists of approximately 770 single family homes built primarily in the 1950's and 1960‘s. A large majority of the homes are waterfront. There are canal front homes as well as homes with views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Boca Ciega Bay.

The square footage of the homes range from 1038 square feet to 6773 square feet with the predominant size being in the 1500 to 2500 square foot range. Approximately 90 of the homes are more than 3000 square feet. A majority of the homes are located on lots that are less than ¼ of an acre.

The local MLS reported 17 sales in the neighborhood within the past six months ranging in price from $187,500 to $1,011,900. There are currently 22 homes listed for sale in the neighborhood ranging in price from $399,900 to $ 3,200,000

Pictured below are some pictures of the area and a few homes for sale in the neighborhood.

Information provided by: David Miller, Realtor/Appraiser serving St. Petersburg, FL and the Tampa Bay Area.

  Are there more divorces recently? I have not seen any recent divorce rates but I have received a number of inquires lately about doing appraisals for home owners in a divorce situation.

 Divorce generally involves dividing assets and many times includes Real Estate. Two of the choices presented to homeowners in a divorce situation are to either sell the house and divide the proceeds or to have one person buy the other out. In either case, each of the parties should get a separate home appraisal performed by a local State-Certified Real Estate Appraiser. Some times the parties agree to have one appraisal performed.

  It is important to hire a professional State-Certified Appraiser that has knowledge of the market area. The appraiser should be objective and unbiased so that a fair and impartial valuation estimate is provided. The goal of the appraiser is to provide an accurate estimate of value based on comparable sales in the area.

  Sometimes the appraisal will be a retrospective appraisal because one party owned the home prior to the marriage and may have obtained equity assets. 

  Appraisals for divorce should include an appropriate description of the Scope of Work  that was performed, have a value estimate that is well supported by verifiable data and be defensible in court under cross examination by opposing counsel. Additionally, the appraisal should adhere to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. 

Information provided by: David Miller, Realtor/Appraiser serving St. Petersburg, FL and the Tampa Bay Area.

2956 square foot Cypress Log Home on One Acre

4 bedroom, 2 Bath, Built 2003,  2956 square feet,  One Acre   $299,900. 

  Furnished 4 bedroom, 2 bath 2956 square foot cypress log home built in 2003. Cypress is said to be one of the most durable of all woods. In addition to 4 bedrooms there is a living room, dining room, den, loft and laundry area. This home is located on one acre in Sierra Pines. Bring your horse. Horses are allowed in this subdivision. Approximately 19' x 15' master bedroom on first floor. The master bath has a garden tub as well as a separate shower. There is a large covered front porch and a large covered rear porch. Appliances included are refrigerator, range, oven, microwave, dishwasher, washer and dryer. Also included is a generator, water softener, lawn equipment, a large TV and furniture.  Other features include two zoned a/c, double sided fireplace and shed.  Enjoy country living with city convenience. Sierra Pines has a country feel but there is shopping, schools, and access to major roads nearby. A horse ride away from SR 54 and the Suncoast Parkway.   

Information provided by David Miller Realty.