Are you looking for a newer area with communities up to today’s standards? Then homes in New Tampa might be just right for you. Over 15 subdivisions are nestled away from the city noise in green acres next to the beautiful Flatwoods Wilderness Park. Flatwoods is an enormous park with miles of paved and unpaved trails that are great for biking, rollerblading, jogging or walking. It is a blessing to live so close to nature and be able to enjoy outdoors year round! Not willing to make the 10-minute drive to the park? All of the communities in New Tampa feature some combination of swimming pools, trails, fitness rooms, soccer and beach volleyball fields or tennis courts. There is no excuse to stay inside and not enjoy the beautiful Florida weather.
BEACHES IN TAMPA BAY
Do you feel like going to the beach? You have many choices. Tampa Bay’s beaches have been rated as some of the best in the nation. Specifically, Fort De Soto beach in St. Petersburg and Clearwater Beach got very high reviews. Fort De Soto is a very large wilderness park. The water is quite shallow, but the sand is a very beautiful white. You won’t have to be right next to someone – there is much space to spread out and enjoy peace. Clearwater Beach is the opposite; it is the most popular beach with tourists. There is always something going near the pier: a concert, an art show, Iron Man race, and so on. You will see more people, music, restaurants and water sports.
NEW CONSTRUCTION IN TAMPA
You can find some great deals on new homes in Tampa. Tampa Bay is attracting new residents each year with its beaches and warm weather year-round. As a result of growth, Tampa home builders developed many new communities in the last years. Since the real estate market has turned, many of the builders slashed prices. You can find fantastic deals on new homes in Tampa. But beware – not all builders are the same, and you want to stay away from poor quality. An experienced real estate agent will be able to point you in the right direction, and it will not cost you any more to buy with or without a Realtor.
SHOPPING IN TAMPA
International Plaza is by far the most upscale and popular place to shop in Tampa Bay. It is located near Tampa airport, with easy access from St. Petersburg and Clearwater. The most discriminating shopper will leave satisfied with the line-up of the stores: Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Burberry, Custo Barcelona, Bebe Sport and many others. After a day of shopping, relax and enjoy a dinner at one of the many great restaurants located just outside the mall, on Bay Street. There are many choices to satisfy any taste, from sushi to seafood, upscale Italian, or more casual and very popular Cheesecake Factory among others. Sit outside, enjoy the beautiful weather and watch the people go by. Blue Martini is one of the hot spots where local young professionals get together for Happy Hours. The place features an extensive menu of great-tasting martinis served by attractive ladies.
SPORTS IN TAMPA
The spirit of staying active is supported by professional sports athletes represented by three teams. Buccaneers are an NLF team, and are extremely popular with the locals. The fans went crazy with excitement when Buccaneers won a Superbowl a few years ago. Tampa Bay Rays is a baseball team who made a great accomplishment in 2008 season: they got to the World Series against Philadelphia Phillies. Tampa Bay Lightning is a hockey team that plays at St. Petersburg Times Forum. New York Yankee fans come down to watch their team’s spring training at the Legends Field in Tampa.
FASTEST-GROWING AREAS IN TAMPA BAY
The fastest-growing areas of Tampa real estate are located on the north Hillsborough County (New Tampa), Pasco County (Wesley Chapel, Land O Lakes) and south Hillsborough County (Riverview).Riverview generally offers “more bang for the buck”, while Wesley Chapel or New Tampa have a more “upscale” feel. There is a lot of development going on in Land O Lakes as well, with much room for growth still left. What attracts the new residents? Beautiful weather, beaches, outdoors, affordability and a decent job market.
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