Tampa real estate market If you’re looking for a hot new place to call home this year, be sure and put Tampa at the top of your list. The city was just named one of the nation’s hottest housing markets for 2021.

According to recent reports, buyers are expected to be looking for more affordable destinations coming off the pandemic and Tampa's market still offers one of the better values of any major metro area. 

For comparison, homes in Tampa cost about 24-percent less than in Miami, another desirable location within the South Florida region, and buyers are still able to get a great waterfront location and a lot more bang for their buck. 

Currently, Inventory is down in places like Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties, but demand is up and homes are selling quickly…

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St. Petersburg Condo Buildings With PenthousesCountless high-rise condo buildings dot St. Petersburg's real estate landscape but only a handful feature a lavish and luxurious penthouse unit that will absolutely take your breath away. Below are just a few of those highly sought-after buildings...

ONE St. Petersburg

Rising up 41-stories, ONE St Petersburg is home to more than 250 condos, including some spectacular penthouse units. The largest offers more than 4,000 square feet of interior living space, as well as a large amount of terrace space. Because the building is so tall it also provides completely unobstructed views. The building also features a sky garden with a fitness facility and heated lap pool, plus fire pits and an outdoor kitchen.

Saltaire St. Petersburg 

The newly built…

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Orange Station at The Edge CondosA proposed mixed-use project is quickly gaining interest in St Petersburg. Orange Station at the Edge is a proposal to bring new residences, retail and office space to a site once occupied by the St Pete Police Department headquarters. Redevelopment plans kicked off when a new police station was built in 2019 across the street.

The development is expected to bring dozens of new condos and workforce housing apartments, as well as tens of thousands of square feet of ground floor retail space and a large amount of office space to the area. The project is additionally expected to include a large parking garage and a new public plaza.

The project takes its name from the old Orange Belt Railway. The railroad first brought trains to St Petersburg in the…

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Domus Urbana Condos For SaleIf you're a dog owner looking for a St. Petersburg condo with dog-friendly amenities and features, check out these amazing St. Petersburg condo buildings with a dog run on-site or within a very close proximity. 

Itopia Private Residences

Water views, swimming pools and a clubhouse are just some of the amenities enjoyed by Itopia Private Residences. The St Petersburg property also comes with a business center, theater room, tennis and volleyball courts, and the convenience of large shady dog runs. 

Domus Urbana 

The new Domus Urbana condo development has plenty of options itself, including a community room, a fitness center and an outdoor patio for relaxing with neighbors and friends. In addition to all the other amenities, you’ll also find a…

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Tampa condo buildings with a dog parkDog owners looking for a Tampa condo have certain needs other buyers don't think about, like whether or not a building or complex is dog-friendly, how close the vet is from the building, and what pet-friendly amenities are available once moving in just to name a few. But for those dog owners who specifically want a building with a dog park on-site or very close by, here's our short list of communities, complexes, and condo buildings you'll want to consider. 

Altura Bayshore

Altura Bayshore is a luxury tower rising up high above South Tampa. Residents are treated to a swimming pool with lap lanes, a covered bar and spa, private cabanas and a clubroom. There’s also a fitness center, a putting green, pickleball and bocce courts, as well as a partially…

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Florida Housing MarketIt wasn't devastating but April 2020 did reflect a negative impact on the housing market through much of Florida. Last month, Florida Realtor's reported a nearly 21% drop in closed single-family home sales year-over-year, and a 36.5% drop in closed condo sales.

If that wasn't enough, April's figures also revealed a 27.2% drop in newly listed single-family homes and a 38.5% drop in condos/townhouses, further tightening an already low inventory. Not surprisingly, pending sales also saw similar declines of about 35% in the single-family home category and a whopping 56.6% in the condo/townhouse category.

Despite being what will likely be the weakest month of the year, however, experts are optimistic that the market in Florida is already showing signs of…

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Buying New Construction During Economic DownturnThe inventory of existing homes has dropped significantly in recent weeks as many home owners de-list their properties due to an uncertain future brought on by a global pandemic. According to new data, the supply of existing homes on the market nationwide dropped by a startling 24% in April, while newly-built inventory fell just 10.5%.

Broken down by property-type, existing condo inventory recorded the largest slide in inventory with new listings falling by nearly 30%. By comparison, newly listed single-family homes dropped by just 9.8%. 

As existing inventory keeps falling, however, new construction properties are now occupying a larger piece of the inventory pie, resulting in 1 out of every 5 homes sold in April being new construction. That figure…

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Historic Kenwood NeighborhoodFrom its historic homes to its nightlife, there’s plenty to see and explore in St. Petersburg's Historic Kenwood neighborhood. And if you're thinking about a move to the area, we've devised a running list of things you’re sure to love about calling Kenwood home...

The Local Nightlife

Located just to the west of Downtown St Petersburg, there’s always something going on in this diverse area. From bars and nightspots to architectural tours and the state’s largest Pride celebration, this vibrant neighborhood is filled with options.

The Historic Homes

Another thing you’re sure to love about Historic Kenwood are all the historic homes you'll find along its quiet, tree-line streets. You’ll find a large number of Craftsman-style bungalows throughout…

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The Covid 19 pandemic has hit nearly every industry hard and the housing market is no exception. According to new data from both the Florida Realtors and the National Association of Realtors, existing home sales in April dropped by 17% throughout the U.S., which is right on par with what we saw in Tampa as well. In fact, Hillsborough County saw an 18% drop in single-family home sales in April compared to 2019, while Pinellas County fell 27%.

Nearby Pasco County fared slightly better, with just a 12% decline.

A deeper dive into the data also revealed single-family homes priced under $250,000 saw the biggest decline in sales of any category, while higher-priced homes in some areas have sold at a rate higher than 2019. Unfortunately, much of Pinellas…

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Tampa is already an amazing place to call home and a popular choice for those looking to live in Florida. But thanks to a warm, tropical climate, amazing beaches and golf courses, and no state taxes, more and more high profile celebrities are making the move to Tampa Bay, including a few names you may recognize below...

Derek Jeter – MLB Legend

Although Derek Jeter made a name for himself in the Big Apple, he's also one of Tampa Bay's most famous home owners. Not surprisingly, his 31,000 square foot Davis Islands estate is the largest house in all of Hillsborough County. Inside you'll find seven bedrooms and nine full bathrooms, and the property also features two 3-car garages, and two boat lifts, a bay front swimming pool, and spectacular views of…

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