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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

Will The Choice For Vice President Decide Your Vote? Tampa Real Estate News and More!

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, Moving to Tampa, Real Estate News, Schools in Tampa, Tampa Real Estate, Things to Ponder

Let’s take a little break from the Tampa Real Estate Market today! I love politics and this is definitely the most interesting political year in my lifetime! The Vice Presidential candidates are about to be announced and there has been much speculation about whether, or not, the VP choices will affect the election results. With an estimated 14% of the voters still “undecided”, I think the VP choice will make a difference. And, of course, I have an opinion about “who” would make the best Vice Presidential choice, politically and strategically.

Let’s take a poll…Do you think the choice for Vice President will influence your vote? You can leave me a comment, too!

Moving to Tampa? Need help finding the best Neighborhood in Tampa? Contact me today!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   1 Comment »   |   08.21.2008

When a Storm is Approaching Tampa, Do You Need to Evacuate? Tampa Real Estate News

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, Flood Zones in Tampa, Gated Communities in Tampa, Golf course communities in Tampa, Hunter's Green Homes, Hyde Park Real Estate, Jackie Colson-Miller, Luxury Homes in Tampa, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, Markets and Shoppng, Moving to Tampa, Relocation, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market, Waterfront Homes in Tampa

One of the most important questions for homebuyers in the Tampa Real Estate Market is:  “Will I need to Evacuate if a Hurricane is approaching?”

Areas that are in close proximity to the water, are the first to be evacuated.  South Tampa, including Davis Islands, includes many areas that are Flood Zone “A”, which is a mandatory evacuation zone. The threat of storm surge is greatest in those low-lying areas.

You can check the Hillsborough County (Tampa Area) Evacuation map here!

For storm tracking, visit MY favorite site!

For more information on the Tampa Real Estate Market, Tampa Neighborhoods, or moving to Tampa, please contact me today!

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 Estate contact me!

 

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   08.21.2008

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

The Tampa Real Estate Market and CDD fees in Neighborhoods

Filed under: Buyers, Buying a House in Tampa, CDD in Tampa, Cheval Homes, Gated Communities in Tampa, Golf course communities in Tampa, Hunter's Green Homes, MLS Search, Moving to Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Market, Westchase

This summer I am relocating many families to Tampa, and explaining the various “nuances” about the Tampa Real Estate Market.  One of the “most asked” questions is “What is a CDD fee?” Since that term is very unfamiliar to most buyers who are moving to Tampa from other cities, here is a brief explanation of CDD fees.

A CDD is short for Community Development District, which finances and manages community developments.

Tax-Free Bonds are issued to the developer to finance the cost of building the infrastructure of a development, including roads, utilities and many amenities including, pools, clubhouses, tennis courts, golf courses, etc. Homeowners in the development pay the costs of the CDD over the span of 15 to 30 years. There are a number of communities with CDD fees in Tampa, and throughout the State of Florida, so if you are looking for real estate in Tampa, or anywhere in Florida, you should know about these fees.

Can CDD fees go up? Yes. The CDD fees appear on the homeowners tax bill. Each Community has a CDD board, initially appointed by the developer, which decides whether to include additional assessments into the CDD fee. If a community decides to do additional Chev_1landscaping, revamp the golf course, add gates, or any other amenities, those costs may be added to the existing CDD fees. That would increase a total tax bill and increase the escrow required by your lender.

What can you do if you live in a community with a CDD fee? Stay informed. Know who the members of the CDD board are and attend any meetings regarding CDD fees.

 You can find a list of all communities with CDD fees in Florida here. For assistance in finding a house in Tampa, or any of the surrounding suburbs, or any questions about the Tampa Real Estate market, please contact me.

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 Estate contact me today!

 

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   1 Comment »   |   07.29.2008

Finding The Best “Deal” in the Tampa Real Estate Market…It’s Usually Not About Price

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, Moving to Tampa, Tampa Foreclosures, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Schools

THE LATEST NEWS ON THE TAMPA REAL ESTATE MARKET, BUYING A HOME IN TAMPA, AND REAL ESTATE ISSUES AROUND THE WORLD, EVERY DAY, ON THE REAL ESTATE SIZZLE.

 

 

I have received many inquiries lately, about where to find a bargain in the Tampa Bay Real Estate Market or in Clearwater Beach Real Estate. Foreign, and out-of-state investors, are inquiring about where the deals are. I tampahouseoverheard a conversation in a restaurant the other day where a man was counseling a homebuyer to look in the South Shore area, where they are auctioning new homes in a certain community at bargain prices. I felt compelled to advise the buyer that, yes, those prices are a bargain, but there is currently an inventory of homes in that area lasting several yearshence the low prices. It really is all about supply and demand . This is the time of year when families are relocating. Low prices may look attractive, but buying a home in a highly-rated school district and a neighborhood that is consistently desirable for resale, should be the top considerations.

 

I told him that a true bargain is a well-priced home in a desirable neighborhood with top-rated schools. Pleasetake your time and you will find the right home , I said.

As a professional real estate agent who enjoys a substantial referral business from previous clients, I focus on RESALE for my clients, when they are considering a purchase. In this market, it is very frustrating to see, and hear, about agents who are focused on selling, just to sell . Or, buyers who are so focused on price reductions and bargains without really understanding the amount of inventory in each neighborhood, and whether, or not, that property is truly a great deal .

If you are looking for a home in the Tampa Bay area, or looking for an investment property in Tampa, PLEASE consult an experienced, ethical, professional real estate agent. A bargain isnt always the bargain it appears to be! Dont navigate the waters in this market without expert assistancethat does not mean your spouse, brother, neighbor or friend.Call an Experienced Real Estate Agent who knows the facts, and sales figures, for each individual neighborhood.

Enjoy some of my previous articles on the Tampa Real Estate Market:

MacDill AFB RelocationFind the Right Neighborhood

Plant High School District is Still a Top Choice in The Tampa Real Estate Market

I can help with your move to any Tampa neighborhood, including: Clearwater Beach, St. Pete Beach, Cory Lake Isles, 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, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estatecontact me!

Posted by Jackie Colson-Miller   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   07.08.2008