seminole heights real estate: An Amazing Transformation...coming soon - 10/26/11 05:52 AM
FROM THIS....
   
TO THIS...
   
This bungalow at 114 W. Powhatan will soon be hitting the MLS as a 2/2 with detached garage and a porte-cochere for $137,500. Already shown to one Realtor who asked to see it with his buyers who are frustrated by the limited inventory.  As your real estate expert in the neighborhood, I see a lot homes before they even hit the market.
This bungalow home has undergone a complete transformation. 2/2.  Hardwood Floors in living and dining. Custom period windows for the front of this stylish bungalow.  Rennovation included re-opening of part of the original … (1 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Lies, Damn Lies, and Statistics - 03/22/11 06:01 PM
The above title is from a quote attributed to Samuel Clemens, known to many as Mark Twain.  I must admit I like much of Mr. Clemens good ole common sense, especially when it comes to statistics.  We are bombarded daily with all sorts of numbers and we seem to take on blind faith these numbers without context.
I meet agents everyday who can tell me they just heard this report or that report.  The panic over some looming shadow inventory. The Henny Penny that the sky is still falling they are so busy following the crowd and listening to this guru or … (1 comments)

seminole heights real estate: 302 North Bay St. Seminole Heights - 03/22/11 06:32 AM
This is it, the vintage home with nothing left to do. The roof, electrical, plumbing, floors, walls, bathrooms, kitchen are all new.  The main house is truly a 3 bedroom/2 bath home and is 1553 sq ft and has a small basement.  The in-law/granny flat is another 505 sq ft. with its own bathroom and small kitchen.   The home is situated on a 70x140 lot.  Beautiful hardwood floors through-out the home. The kitchen is just gorgeous with dark wood cabinetry, granite counters, recessed lighting, tile floors, and new GE stainless steam clean range, stainless side by side refrigerator, and stainless dishwasher.  … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Seminole Heights Candidates Forum for the 2011 City Elections - 01/20/11 05:25 AM
The Greater Seminole Heights neighborhood associations will sponsor a Candidate Forum on Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at the Seminole Heights Garden Center; 5800 N. Central Avenue in Tampa.  The event will begin at 6:30 PM with a candidate meet and greet.  The Forum will begin at 7:00 PM and will feature candidates for Mayor and the City Council Districts that represent Seminole Heights.  Forum Moderator will be Rob Lorei, News and Public Affairs Director at WMNF Radio 88.5. 
Seminole Heights is considered one of Tampa's oldest and most stable residential areas, and is home to more than 21,000 residents.  The area … (1 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Something Old and Something New - 10/08/09 07:31 AM
The tax roles say 1927 but this home has a contemporary feel in historic Seminole Heights.  Begin with the story, the original bungalette that sat at the front of lot was lifted up shift back and became a 2nd floor in this redesign.  Therefore, the 2nd floor of this home has the gorgeous original floors.  The 1st floor entry foyer is slate behind a custom door crafted of Brazilian Mahogany.  The first floor features a sitting area with a study alcove with built-in bookcase, a large 170 sq ft bedroom, and 8x8 utility room, a large slate floored bathroom with tumbled … (1 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Seminole Heights: one of the Best Places to Buy an Old House - 06/23/09 04:48 AM
Well I love my neighborhood and lately we have been getting some great press about Buying and Living in Seminole Heights. This past winter Seminole Heights was featured in American Bungalow.  Now Seminole Heights has again been featured in a national publication.  This time This Old House magazine features Seminole Heights as one of the best neighborhoods in the south to buy an old house!   This follows Newsweek magazine's rating of historic Hillsborough High School among the top 50 public high schools in the United States, a ranking the school has held for a number of years.
Seminole Heights was Florida's … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: 1923 Bungalow...317 W. Jean (old seminole heights) - 03/19/09 04:02 AM
Light and bright Old Seminole Heights bungalow located west of Florida avenue, just a block from the Hillsborough river and Epps Park.  This home features 3 spacious bedrooms and a separate dining room.  Relax on the screened front porch shaded by a graceful live oak. Newer roof. Oversized, detached 2 car garage. Located on a quiet non-through street. Located in the Seminole Heights Residential Overlay District.  1026 sq ft/total sq ft 1242. 
Asking price $150k.  FMI please visit: www.HeightsBungalows.com

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seminole heights real estate: Movie at Tower Park (Sunset Cinema) - 03/19/09 03:21 AM
Spring brings out neighbors and friends and in what has become a ritual, the evening events at Tower Park (other wise know as the Sulphur Springs Water Tower). The Suphur Springs Water Tower was built by Josiah Richardson in the 1920's to serve what was then the resort town of Sulphur Springs and his developments in the area.  Today it is one of Tampa's most well known landmarks and visible from I-275.
Coming up on on March 21st at 8:00 pm

Admission to the movie is free.   River Tower Park at Sulphur Springs in Tampa at 701 East Bird Street (bordered by … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: 1920's Bungalow needing a little TLC - 02/19/09 09:53 AM
  Just 75k!  This great little bungalow needs some TLC to shine. It's not perfect at this price but it has great bones.  Open Porch, claw foot tub and built-in.  Original Dolly Varden siding is in good shape.  This is a restoration project that won't break your bank account and won't leave you upside down making it cute and cozy.
www.HeightsBungalows.com Your neighborhood real estate agent.
Rick Fifer 813-758-7444, Florida Executive Realty

        
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seminole heights real estate: Seminole Heights in American Bungalow Magazine - 12/29/08 01:20 AM
Seminole Heights was featured and honored in the Winter edition of American Bungalow Magazine.  Many of the homes featured are in the Seminole Heights Historic District but the story also includes discussion about the Hampton Terrace Historic District on the east side of Nebraska Avenue.
In the years since the interstate split Seminole Heights in two that great asphalt wall has divided the area.  There are many who only think of the west side of the interstate when looking to move to Seminole Heights.  That was the case when I moved into what is now know as Hampton Terrace in the … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: The end of Seller Assistance! - 08/12/08 07:42 AM
Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 was signed by President Bush last week to deal with the economic issues surrounding the housing market.  Critical to many buyers, and especially first time home buyers is the end of seller assisted down-payments on FHA mortgages. 
Up until September 30th, home buyers obtaining an FHA garanteed mortgage can receive seller downpayment assistance for the FHA required 3% downpayment.  ON October 1st it all goes away.
If you are looking for a home and struggling with coming up with your down-payment, this window of opportunity for the seller to assist you with it will … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: OSHNA..eating meeting - 07/20/08 08:43 AM
Tuesday, July 22nd is the Quarterly meeting for the Old Seminole Heights Neighborhood Association (OSHNA).  This will be the 9th year that the the summer meeting will be a covered dish neighborhood get together.  OSHNA provides the drinks, utensils, plates, ham and turkey.  Those attending bring a covered dish to share.  Pot luck is interesting and adds to the chatter. 
If you are in Old Seminole Heights and your last name begins with A-M, please bring a salad or dessert.  If it begins with N-Z, bring your favorite side dish or vegetable. Of course if your specialty does not coincide with your place … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: 207 Thomas...in Seminole Heights - 07/19/08 05:14 PM


                                                                              Located in Old Seminole Heights west of Florida Ave and just 2 blocks from the Hillsborough River and less than 5 minutes from the Lowry Park boat launch. 6 miles to USF; 4 miles to downtown Tampa. This spacious home features gleaming hardwood floors, fireplace in living room with a custom mantle over the fireplace, and separate dining room with finished wainscoting. Master bedroom with 11x7 walk-in closet. Large family room with access to an outdoor deck and the spacious backyard.  This home has charm and character with vintage details like high baseboards, 5 panel sold wood doors … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Immaculate in Hampton Terrace - 04/24/08 08:04 AM
Located in the Hampton Terrace section of Old Seminole Heights is this beautifully maintain post war cottage with over 1200 sq feet of air conditioned living space.  But this home also includes a full basement under  the home, 400 sq ft of which has windows and a concrete floor. No lack of storage here.  Features a large 400 sq ft family room.  Two bedrooms. Remodeled bathroom. Enclosed slate tiled entry porch. Hardwood floors. Ceramic tile in the kitchen and breakfast nook. Includes appliances and washer & dryer.
 
 The backyard is an oasis for relaxing and entertaining guests with a pond, Jacuzzi, and … (1 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Old Seminole Heights Neigborhood Association Qtrly meeting - 04/18/08 04:30 PM
This coming Tuesday evening (April 22nd) is the quarterly meeting of OSHNA.  For those who don't know OSHNA is the largest voluntary neighborhood association in the city of Tampa with nearly 600 members.  The guest speaker for this meeting will be from the Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections to talk about preparations for the upcoming elections.
The meeting begins at 7pm at the Seminole Heights United Methodist Church, Basement, 6111 N Central Ave (on the corner of Hanna and Central)
If you haven't been involved, this is a great way to get to know your neighbors, an stay informed about issues and events in Old … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Just listed: Cozy and Move-in ready - 02/21/08 12:23 PM
Seller knows it is a tough market and that there are a lot of homes to choose from so they made this bungalow irresistible.  The roof is 2 years new with transferable warranty. Central air conditioning system is approximately 2 years old.  Kitchen appliances are newer as well.  This home features 2 bedrooms and 2 baths.  Wood burning fireplace.  Beautiful hardwood floors.  Security system with wireless remote activation.   The small lot makes this home ideal for anyone looking for the privacy of a single family home but not having the time or desire to maintain your typical yard.    www.HeightsBungalows.com
 Rick Fifer, 813-758-7444 … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Bungalow Bistro - 01/09/08 01:04 PM
Yet another blurb about a Seminole Heights area business.   This is one of our newest additions and is more than worthy to draw South Tampans north of Kennedy Blvd.
The Bungalow Bistro on the corner of Florida and Frierson is a pleasant addition to Seminole Heights. It has been a long journey for Elizabeth Graham and her husband. I remember when the buildings that house their two businesses were moved during the Hillsborough Avenue road project more than a decade ago. They have done a spectacular job and both buildings are now a refreshing addition to the Florida Avenue commercial corridor.The restuarant is beautifully … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Seminole Heights Open House (Sat. January 12th) - 01/09/08 12:34 PM
Open House Saturday, January 12th from 1pm to 4 pm 1505 E. Norfolk, Tampa
Located in the Riverbend Manor section of Old Seminole Heights on a double lot, this cottage style home has a personallity all it's own.  From the dark hard wood floors to the vaulted ceiling with the finished exposed beams, this home has style, character and charm.  Fireplace in living room. Large master bedroom with double french doors opens to a deck and a huge yard.  There is also a large bonus room with brick paver flooring that is large enough to be used as a third bedroom or a home … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Seminole Heights and "form based zoning" - 01/09/08 06:44 AM
As an older urban neighborhood, Seminole Heights residents and business have struggled to acheive redevelopment of our commercial corridors.  Neighbors turn out at city hall for any development that moves the area in the direction that so many want to see happen.  That quest to reshape zoning codes to fit our urban reality might within reach as the city of Tampa tests out a new type of zoning model. Labelled, it is form-based code, that relies on neighborhood input for decision making. Starting in 2008, the city of Tampa will hold a series of meetings in Seminole Heights, asking, "What do you want … (0 comments)

seminole heights real estate: Open House, Sunday Novemebr 11th - 11/09/07 12:34 AM
Open House Sunday, November 11th from 1 to 4 at 1505 E. Norfolk in Seminole HeightsLocated in the Riverbend Manor section of Old Seminole Heights on a double lot, this cottage style home has a personallity all it's own.  From the dark hard wood floors to the vaulted ceiling with the finished exposed beams, this home has style, character and charm.  Fireplace in living room. Large master bedroom with double french doors opens to a deck and a huge yard.  There is also a large bonus room with brick paver flooring that is large enough to be used as a third bedroom or … (2 comments)

 
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