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Looking for a “Walkable Neighborhood” in Tampa? Tampa Real Estate News

Filed under: Best Places in Tampa, Buying a House in Tampa, Channelside Tampa, Historic Tampa, Hyde Park Real Estate, Jackie Colson-Miller, MacDill AFB, Moving to Tampa, Pet Friendly Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate Market

One of the great things about “City Life”  in Tampa, or anywhere in the World, is the ability to walk to shops, restaurants, schools and more.  I’m a “City Mouse”.  I have enjoyed life in cities where I walked, hopped on the tram, or traveled by train every day!

At Walkscore, you can check the “walkability” of any neighborhood!  What a great idea for someone new to town, or looking for a house in a specific neighborhood. 

It’s easy…type in the street address and you get a “walkability score”, along with all of the closest stores, bars, restaurants, schools, libraries and more! It also gives you a detailed map, with the all of the local “joints” indicated by location! Very cool!

I live in a very “walkable” neighborhood in South Tampa. If you are looking for the perfect Tampa neighborhood for your family, contact me today!

I can help with your move to any Tampa neighborhood, including: South Tampa, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Culbreath Isles, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunters Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Clearwater Beach, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real.  Questions about the best “Walkable” neighborhoods in Tampa…send me an email!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   11.10.2008

Live at Ventana…An Upscale, Urban Lifestyle in Channelside…Tampa Real Estate

Filed under: Channelside Tampa, Condo Foreclosures, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, Real Estate News, Tampa Condos, Tampa Foreclosures, Tampa Home Search, Tampa MLS Listings, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Ventana Tampa

On the edge of downtown Tampa, along the Port of Tampa, on Channelside Drive, sits the Channelside District.   Formerly a mass of rundown wearhouses, this area has been transformed into an upscale, urban setting filled with lofts, condominiums, shopping and entertainment.

One of the best places to live in the Channelside District is Ventana…a small, intimate, beautifully designed complex with just 84 units, right on the Trolley Stop! Contact me for floor plans and pricing today!

The Channelside Shopping Complex sits in the heart of it all.  You can enjoy a movie, go bowling at Splitsville, or enjoy Tapas, Thai or Japanese food, and many other dining options, right on the water.  You can enjoy a night on the trolley and head over to Ybor City!

The St. Pete Times Forum,  formerly The Ice Palace ,  is home to the Stanley Cup Champions, The Tampa Bay Lightning.

It is also the Venue for some great concerts and shows every year. Or, you can enjoy the “sharks” at The Florida Aquarium.

The cruise ships depart from the Channelside area, so you will often see the Carnival Cruise Ship docked at the Port of Tampa!

If you live in the Channelside area, you can leave your car behind. The Trolley, which stops in front of Ventana, can whisk you through Channelside and over to Ybor City.  Enjoy a night on the town, without driving!

There are many lofts and condos just completed, and under construction, in the Channelside district.  Prices from the 300s to over 1 million for a penthouse with a view, offer something for everyone.  For more information about what is available in the area, which is MLS area 264 and zip code 33602, or would like to receive listings in any Tampa neighborhood by email, contact me today!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   11.06.2008

Search For Homes in The Tampa Real Estate Market

Filed under: Best Places in Tampa, Buying a House in Tampa, Channelside Tampa, Davis Islands Real Estate, First-Time Homebuyers, Hyde Park Real Estate, Luxury Homes in Tampa, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, MacDill AFB, Moving to Tampa, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Market, Tampa Schools

Are you moving to Tampa, or searching for homes in Tampa?  Make your search MUCH easier by having the latest listings in Tampa delivered to your email address, as soon as they are listed!  It is a “Buyer’s Market”, but the best “bargains” are selling quickly.

You can get started on receiving all of the listings that meet your criteria in a matter of minutes…click here to receive the latest listings today!

For more information about the Tampa Real Estate market, Tampa Neighborhoods, including Culbreath Isles, MacDill AFB,  South Tampa, Harbour Island, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Channelside, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunters Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Houses in the Plant High School District, Tampa Schools, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa, the Best Tampa Neighborhoods, or International Real Estate contact me

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   10.17.2008

Find the Best Schools and The Best Neighborhoods for Families in Tampa…Tampa Real Estate News

Filed under: Best Places in Tampa, Buying a House in Tampa, Channelside Tampa, Davis Islands Real Estate, First-Time Homebuyers, Golf course communities in Tampa, Historic Tampa, Hunter's Green Homes, Hyde Park Real Estate, Luxury Homes in Tampa, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, MacDill AFB, Places to Live, Relocation, Schools in Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate Market, Tampa Schools, Westchase

School starts in Hillsborough County (Tampa) on August 18th! It’s “relocation season” in the Tampa Real Estate Market, as families are trying to coordinate buying a house in Tampa, selling a house in another area and getting their children settled for the start of the school year in Tampa.

The big question is…”Where are the best schools and the best neighborhoods in Tampa?

For more in-depth information on Tampa Schools and Tampa Neighborhoods, you can read some of my previous articles:

Golf Course Communities:

Cheval

Hunter’s Green

Westchase

Davis Islands

Tampa Schools

Relocation to MacDill Air Force Base

Hyde Park

Find the Right Neighborhood in Tampa

For more information on any Tampa Neighborhood, Tampa School Districts, or help with your relocation to the Tampa Bay area, please contact me today.

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   08.07.2008

Heading to Ybor City or Downtown Tampa This Weekend? Take The Trolley…Tampa Real Estate News and More!

Filed under: Channelside Tampa, Restaurants in Tampa, Shopping in Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate Market, Things to do in Tampa

The Latest News on Everything about Living in Tampa and the Tampa Real Estate Market, every day on the Real Estate Sizzle…

If you are venturing into Downtown Tampa this weekend, for dinner, the theater, or just for fun, you should consider taking the Trolley!  Park your car and hop the Hart line Trolley around Downtown, Channelside, and Ybor City!

Check out how easy it is to get around the city on the Trolley System!

You can read some of my previous articles about Channelside and Ybor City!

Have a great weekend!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   07.11.2008

What Tampa Neighborhoods are Safe? Tampa Real Estate News

Filed under: "Where to Find", Best Places in Tampa, Channelside Tampa, Davis Islands Real Estate, First-Time Homebuyers, Florida Real Estate Law, Golf course communities in Tampa, Hyde Park Real Estate, Luxury Homes in Tampa, MLS Search, MacDill AFB, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Market

When families are searching for homes in Tampa, many of them ask about safety . They often ask for a home in a gated community. While Tampa is a very large city, there is very little ˜serious crime in most residential neighborhoods. It really is a great city to live in!

This week, I received an email from a client, which included a new site, that I will share with my readers. Felonspy searches for convicted criminals within the radius of a particular address.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement provides information on the location of sexual predators on its website. You can search by name, or see if any offenders live in a Tampa neighborhood where you are considering buying a home. It is one more piece of disclosure that real estate agents should offer to their clients.
I believe in going above and beyond what the law requires real estate agents to disclose. If I have knowledge of any site, or resource, that helps families make better home-buying decisions, I am happy to share it! If you need help buying a home in the Tampa Real Estate Market, I am happy to assist you!

I can help with your move to any Tampa neighborhood, including: South Tampa, Harbour Island, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Channelside, Culbreath Isles, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunters Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estatecontact me!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   3 Comments »   |   05.16.2008

Moving to Tampa and Searching for Tampa Real Estate? What Are The Best Neighborhoods in Tampa?

Filed under: Channelside Tampa, Davis Islands Real Estate, Relocation, South Tampa, Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Westchase

The Latest News on the Tampa Real Estate Market and living in Tampa every day!

Searching for Tampa Real Estate? What are some of the “Best Neighborhoods in Tampa?” That depends on your lifestyle! Empty-nesters will choose a different neighborhood than families with children, so if you are moving to Tampa, choosing the right neighborhood in Tampa, for your family, and your interests, is very important. This is a “must-read” if you are buying a home in Tampa.
Moving to a new city can be very daunting and moving to Tampa is no exception. It is a very large metropolitan area with a vast array of neighborhoods and prices, to suit every lifestyle.

Two of the most important questions that I ask my clients are, How Long of a Commute Do You Want? . Do you have children? Clients who work from a home office, or dont mind a long commute will have the option to buy a home in Tampa, St. Petersburg, or IMG_0017any of the surrounding suburbs in the area. And, choosing a neighborhood in a highly-rated school district, is important for most families.

Trying to stay close to Downtown Tampa, you might choose something in the Channelside District, or one of the South Tampa neighborhoods like Davis Islands, or Hyde Park.

Empty-nesters might consider the “condo life” on Bayshore Boulevard.

If you are relocating to MacDill Air Force Base, there are some communities, such as Riverview and Valrico, that are very popular with military families in Tampa.

One of the most popular suburbs, which is less than 30 minutes from Downtown Tampa, is Westchase. Filled with shops, restaurants, tennis, golf and a variety of housing styles, there is something for everyone. Golfers might also enjoy Cheval, Hunter’s Green, or one of the many other golf communities in the Tampa Bay area.

For information on any neighborhood in Tampa, homes in the highly-rated school districts, or if you are relocating to Tampa, please contact me. It’s a “Buyer’s Market” in Tampa! If you would like to receive listings in a certain neighborhood, or price range, just let me know!

Looking for Real Estate in Tampa or information about the Tampa Real Estate market? Moving to Tampa? Are you looking for assistance in choosing the best neighborhood in Tampa for your lifestyle? I can help with your move to any Tampa neighborhood, including: South Tampa, Harbour Island, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Channelside, Culbreath Isles, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Hunters Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estatecontact me!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   1 Comment »   |   04.04.2008

Harbour Island…a “Low Maintenance” Lifestyle in Tampa…Tampa Real Estate Market

Filed under: Channelside Tampa, MLS Listings in Tampa, Real Estate News, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Waterfront Homes in Tampa

If you are moving to Tampa and looking for a home, an