tampa bay real estate: The Westshore Marina District - Tampa's Next Hot Spot
- 07/28/21 09:11 AM
According to The Tampa Bay Times:
"The Westshore Marina District is a 52-acre waterfront development right on Tampa Bay, long considered some of the area’s most desirable undeveloped land.
It now has roughly 800 completed apartments and condos, the vast majority occupied. That doesn’t include three sharp-lined glass condo towers still to be completed, whose units will run from the $800,000s to more than $3 million, as well as some other unfinished townhomes. When all the construction is done, the district is expected to have about 1,350 residences total.
With several shops and restaurants open or on the way in a new town center, as well … (1 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Hillsborough County Approves Widening Big Bend Road
- 04/09/21 10:12 AM
Great news for Tampanians living around Big Bend - Hillsborough County Commissioners approved the widening of Big Bend Road, a project with an estimated cost of $97 million.
"The project includes:
-The widening of Big Bend Road from four lanes to six lanes
-Realignment of Old Big Bend Road through the interchange
-Construction of a new bridge on Old Big Bend Road over Bullfrog CreekA new I-75 southbound exit ramp and I-75 northbound entrance ramp modifications
-New pedestrian facilities will also be constructed along Big Bend Road and Old Big Bend Road
It is critical for the congested Southshore community, which is home to the largest population … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Tampa Real Estate Optimism Demonstrated as Buyers Forge Forward
- 10/21/11 08:36 AM
You Cannot Hold a Good Buyer Down!
They say that the strong forge forward, this adage is true in real estate as well. A recent article published by Realty Times explains that despite date on the job market and adjusted home values over the past several years, real estate home buyers are still pushing forward in pursuit of the dream of homeownership. Real estate ownership is a desire goal and many are striving to move forward to achieve their real estate goals.
A study of over 3000 adults over the age of 20, results in more than 59% of renters … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Real Estate Tampa: One of Top Ten Cities for Rental Properties
- 07/22/11 07:58 AM
More good news in the Tampa real estate market this week, Tampa ranks in the top ten cities for rentals. This information was provided by CNN Money.
According to their report, the labor market is on the rise, down a point in the last 12 months to 10.5% and this coupled with demand is expected to raise rent 12% over the next three years.
What does this mean to consumers? If you are in a position to purchase a home, now is the time! Prices are increasing, our last blog, Tampa Bay Housing Prices on the Rise we shared that … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Real Estate Tips: Buyers Agent for New Construction
- 06/27/11 05:05 AM
Buying a new home can be very exciting, it is important that still being a savvy buyer while getting what you want in your new home. One of the most overlooked factors in a new home purchase is buyer representation. Although many builders are great and have great new homes sales consultants, as a buyer you need to have your own personal advocate and representative! Before viewing new construction homes and reviewing options, it is prudent to speak to a local agent who is familiar with the process and the area.
The prime example of real estate buyers seeking to go … (4 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Reason to Sell Your Real Estate in 2011
- 06/08/11 04:15 AM
In a real estate market where everyone is holding their breath and waiting for updates on where the market is going, it is important to remember the basics. The reasons you should buy a property or reasons to sell a home. Below is list of the most common reasons to sell your home.
Ability to make Profit
Real Estate is a large investment, for most families the largest they have. When there is an abundance of equity in a property, or if they owners feel they can benefit from taking advantage of the buyers' market, it is a good time to … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Real Estate Trends | Spring has Sprung
- 04/21/11 02:49 AM
As the flowers and trees start to blossom, there is another change in the air. With drops in foreclosure filings and a rise in the buying market, could Spring bring a new season for real estate?
According to an article published by Housing Wire, Housing starts rise 7.2 % in March 2011. This is after a long decline of months. The data is collected from Department of Commerce, U.S. Census Bureau, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development every month to compare to previous months and previous years. March reached the highest peak in 16 months.
Another noteworthy statistic to … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Tampa Bay Real Estate Year End Wrap-Up 2009
- 12/22/09 02:02 AM
Tampa's real estate recovery has surely been underway in 2009, with changes in the housing market taking place throughout the Bay area. Appropriately priced Tampa homes spent fewer days on the market this year, banked owned property inventory saw depletion, and new home starts began to increase in mid-2009.
The first-time home buyer tax credit gave way to significant results in the Tampa real estate market, with home sales soaring during the last few months leading up to its anticipated expiration date. Multiple offers were placed on discounted properties as many first-time home buyers hurried to take advantage of unprecedented deals. … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Tampa Bay Real Estate Year End Wrap-Up 2009
- 12/22/09 01:58 AM
Tampa's real estate recovery has surely been underway in 2009, with changes in the housing market taking place throughout the Bay area. Appropriately priced Tampa homes spent fewer days on the market this year, banked owned property inventory saw depletion, and new home starts began to increase in mid-2009.
The first-time home buyer tax credit gave way to significant results in the Tampa real estate market, with home sales soaring during the last few months leading up to its anticipated expiration date. Multiple offers were placed on discounted properties as many first-time home buyers hurried to take advantage of unprecedented deals. … (1 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Tips to Consider when Investing in Real Estate
- 12/18/09 02:19 AM
With economic and housing market stabilization underway in many metropolitan areas, investors are becoming increasingly interested in the real estate market again. The abundance of available housing at rock bottom prices makes this an appealing time to boost property holdings. Markets such as the Tampa Bay area have seen an increase of both seasoned and new real estate investors interested in taking advantage of our developing city.
If you are considering a real estate investment, there are many details you will need to take into account. Here are a few tips to help in your property investment decision:
Weigh the rewards … (6 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Tampa Bay – A Destination to Watch in 2010
- 12/11/09 08:08 AM
USA Today recently released an article naming the "Destinations to watch in 2010", and guess which booming metropolitan hub made the list? With its vastly expanding cultural and entertainment offerings, thriving business environment, swiftly stabilizing real estate market and its well-connected location to the rest of the U.S., 2010 is expected to be a banner year in Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay has continued to grow towards being one of Florida's top business and leisure destinations, while gaining significant recognition on both national and international levels. New developments slotted for the bustling city in 2010 include the addition of Busch Garden's newest … (3 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Housing Tax Credit Extended and Expanded | Current Tampa Home Owners Now able to Qualify
- 11/06/09 04:17 AM
Congress announced yesterday that the first-time home buyer tax credit, originally set to expire at the end of this month, will be extended through June of 2010. In addition to an extension, the bill includes a $6,500 credit for "move-up" buyers interested in purchasing a new primary residence.
The first-time home buyer tax credit has shown significant results in the Tampa Bay real estate market, with home sales soaring over the last three months. The Internal Revenue Services reported that more than 105,000 Floridians have applied for the credit so far. Now, under the new bill, an even larger base of … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Tampa Bay Real Estate Market – Just the June Facts, Straight from the Stats
- 07/16/09 09:08 AM
According to recent statistics posted by the Greater Tampa Association of REALTORS® (GTAR), June saw a significant increase in home sale prices and properties sold, as well as a notable decrease in days spent on the market. While we may not yet be out of the woods, this raw real estate data shows significant improvement conditions in the Tampa Bay market.
According to June's market statistics, units sold were up by as much as 14 percent from May 2009 and 23 percent from last June. Year to date, home sales are up by approximately 20 percent. The days properties spent on … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Tampa Bay Area Home Sales Are Up 17%
- 04/15/09 05:00 AM
There was great news for the Tampa Bay Area in regards to home sales last month. 2,839 homes were sold in the entire Tampa Bay Area with a median price of $135,000. These statistics illustrate a 17% increase in home sales for the same period last year, when 2,044 homes were sold. The median home price of $135,000 is a 25% decrease from $185,000 just one year ago.According to the President of the Greater Tampa Association of Realtors, Jack Rodriguez, "These statistics are extremely positive. Hopefully it signals a trend to better things ahead, both for real estate and the economy … (0 comments)
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tampa bay real estate: Featured Property of the Week - Harbour City Homes
- 04/09/09 07:24 AM
Want to live on PRESTIGIOUS Harbor Island? Four different 2BR/2BA floorplans remain including townhomes and loft style. All units feature NEW upgrades including granite countertops and tile flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms, wood flooring in 2/2 with split floor plan, separate dining room, large kitchen w/central island, crown molding. Great view of tennis courts. Walking distane to downtown and channelside. Several Units offering 3% closing cost credit, subject to financing qualifications, PLUS 42 inch flat screen TV installed and new stainless steel appliances can be applied to your new purchase. The Waterfront living will not last long and neither will … (0 comments)
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