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What Are The Best Neighborhoods in Tampa? The Best School Districts in Tampa? Consider Harbour Island for the Plant High School District

Filed under: Best Areas to Live in Tampa, Best Places, Best Places in Tampa, Best Places to Live in Tampa, Best Tampa Neighborhoods, Buying a House in Tampa, CDD in Tampa, Channelside Tampa, Cheval Homes, Davis Islands Real Estate, Flood Zones in Tampa, Gated Communities in Tampa, Gorrie Elementary, Harbour Island, Hyde Park Real Estate, International Real Estate, Luxury Homes in Tampa, MacDill AFB, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, Moving to Tampa, New Tampa, Newsome High School, Places to Live, Plant High School, Schools in Tampa, South Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market, Waterfront Homes in Tampa, Westchase, Westshore Yacht Club

If you are moving to Tampa and looking for a home, and a neighborhood, that offers a “low maintenance” lifestyle in the heart of the city, Harbour Island may be for you! Located in the Plant High School District, it is the MOST desirable school district in the County. Rated in the “Top 100 High Schools in the U.S.”, families with children and busy professionals enjoy the lifestyle and the resale value of the Plant High District and  Harbour Island.

I have two homes under contract on Harbour Island, for two families with children of all ages,  who were looking for GREAT Schools, a safe neighborhood, and being close to all of the wonderful things to do in Tampa, especially close to Downtown Tampa and Hyde Hyde Park. When families, with children, are looking for the combination of “family friendly” neighborhoods and “good schools”, they must make a choice between South Tampa and it’s many neighborhoods, including Harbour Island, or one of the many suburbs outside of the City of Tampa.  It is confusing at best! If you are moving to Tampa and need help…just make the search easier for yourself and email me!

Here’s the scoop on Harbour Island….just south of Downtown Tampa, it is in the Gorrie Elementary, Wilson Middle and Plant High School District…

On the waterfront, just blocks from downtown Tampa, Harbour Island offers the combination of prestige, convenience, 24 -hour security in a gated environment, and a comfortable lifestyle, in a variety of neighborhoods. You can walk to Jackson’s Bistro for dining on the Terrace, or over to the Channelside area for dining, movies or shopping. The Harbour Island Athletic Club has a pool, tennis, spa and the ultimate workout facilities. The St. Pete Times Forum, home to The Tampa Bay Lightning, is just a short walk from home. Harbour Court and Seddon Cove feature condominiums with city, or waterviews, with prices starting in the 200’s . Townhomes are available in several neighborhoods, ranging from the 300’s to the 600’s in Harbour Bay. The Keys is a “Key West” style neighborhood with single family home prices  from the 500’s. Villas dominate Port Royal and St. Tropez, with non-waterfront starting in the 700’s and waterfront prices over 1 million. Single Family Homes  are available from 800K and up! The quiet streets are filled with kids (and parents) biking through the neighborhoods.

Considering a move to Tampa? Contact me! You can expect to find a home in Tampa, in desirable school district,  from 300K to several million.  There is  a neighborhood for every budget! Read some of my previous articles on Relocation to Tampa, or Tampa Neighborhoods:

Davis Island,

Cheval

Moving to Tampa? Check the School District!

Looking for real estate in Tampa? If you are buying a house in Tampa, or Selling a house in Tampa, I can help with 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, Hunter’s Green, Arbor Greene, Apollo Beach, South Shore, MiraBay, Golf Communities, Waterfront Homes, Luxury Homes in Tampa, Clearwater Beach, St. Pete Beach, Condos in Tampa and International Real Estate…contact me! Just give me specifics of what you are looking for and you will receive the newest listings on the market!

 

You can search my site, on the right sidebar, for any article related to Tampa Real Estate, Neighborhoods, or Restaurants.  Just type in a search word in the search box!

You can read my restaurant reviews on Urban Spoon, too!

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Posted by jackie   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   05.12.2011

We’ve Seen the Floods in Nashville! What About Tampa? Do You Need Flood Insurance?

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, Flood Insurance, Flood Zones in Tampa, Hurricane Preparedness, Real Estate News, storm surge

The Latest News on Moving to Tampa, Living in Tampa, or Buying Real Estate anywhere in the World…every day on The Real Estate Sizzle…

The entire country is empathizing with Nashville residents who are reeling from the worst flood in a century! The saddest part, is that most of those homeowners did not carry Flood Insurance. Why? Because it was not REQUIRED by their lenders, or they lived in a “low risk” area for flooding.

We are almost to  Hurricane Season in Florida. Though Tampa has not been hit by a MAJOR storm in many years, we still need to prepare when a storm heads into the Gulf of Mexico. One of the first questions every Homebuyer asks me, when they are moving to Tampa, is Do I Need Flood Insurance? The answer: YES. While a mortgage company may Bayshore_floodonly REQUIRE a homeowner to carry flood insurance in certain flood zones, , here are some facts every homeowner should know. Just a glimpse of flooded Bayshore Boulevard, in Tampa,  tells the story

1.One in Four flood claims, are in a low -moderate risk zone! Chances are good that nearly 25% of those homeowners did not have flood insurance because it was not REQUIRED by their lenders.

2. A car can be swept away by just 2 feet of water!

3. Flash floods occur in all 50 states! Look at the tragedy of the flooding in Nashville. Many of them had no insurance because the risk of flooding was very low.

4. Homeowners Insurance generally will not cover rising water  That coverage requires a separate flood insurance policy.

5. You must add contents coverage to a flood insurance policy, if you want your belongings to be covered.

6. Premiums in low-risk areas are very reasonable, but damage from a flood is costly do you want to take that chance?

7. It takes 30 days for insurance to take effect, so do not wait until a storm is coming to call your insurance agent. For more infomation on Flood Insurance, visit FloodSmart.gov.

For information on the Tampa Real Estate Market, or any neighborhood in Tampa, please call me at 813.629.5757 or send me an email!

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Posted by jackie   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   05.07.2010

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, Markets and Shoppng, MLS Listings in Tampa, MLS Search, 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!

 

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Posted by jackie   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   08.21.2008

Do You Need Flood Insurance in The Tampa Real Estate Market?

Filed under: Flood Insurance, Flood Zones in Tampa, Historic Tampa, Hurricane Preparedness, Moving to Tampa, Real Estate News, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market

The Latest News on Moving to Tampa, Living in Tampa, or Buying Real Estate anywhere in the World…every day on The Real Estate Sizzle…

We are in Hurricane Season in Florida. Though Tampa has not been hit by a MAJOR storm in many years, we still need to prepare when a storm heads into the Gulf of Mexico.

One of the first questions every Homebuyer asks me, when they are moving to Tampa, is Do I Need Flood Insurance? The answer: YES. While a mortgage company may Bayshore_floodonly REQUIRE a homeowner to carry flood insurance in certain flood zones, , here are some facts every homeowner should know. Just a glimpse of flooded Bayshore Boulevard, where my office is located, tells the story

1.One in Four flood claims, are in a low -moderate risk zone! Chances are good that nearly 25% of those homeowners did not have flood insurance because it was not REQUIRED by their lenders.

2. A car can be swept away by just 2 feet of water!

3. Flash floods occur in all 50 states! Look at the tragedy of the flooding in Iowa and other midwestern states recently. Many of them had no insurance because the risk of flooding was very low.

4. Homeowners Insurance generally will not cover rising water . That coverage requires a separate flood insurance policy.

5. You must add contents coverage to a flood insurance policy, if you want your belongings to be covered.

6. Premiums in low-risk areas are very reasonable, but damage from a flood is costlydo you want to take that chance?

7. It takes 30 days for insurance to take effect, so do not wait until a storm is coming to call your insurance agent.

For more infomation on Flood Insurance, visit FloodSmart.gov.

If you enjoyed this article, you may want to read my series on Hurricane Preparedness:

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

If you are buying a condominium, most of your insurance on the building is generally covered under your Monthly Maintenance Fees.

For information on the Tampa Real Estate Market, or any neighborhood in Tampa, please call me at 813.629.5757 or send me an email!

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Posted by jackie   |   1 Comment »   |   06.30.2008

What Is THE Most Important Thing To Have During Hurricane Season? Tampa Real Estate Market News

Filed under: Buying a House in Tampa, Clearwater Beach Real Estate, Davis Islands Real Estate, Flood Insurance, Flood Zones in Tampa, Florida Real Estate, Hurricane Preparedness, Tampa MLS Listings, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Waterfront Homes in Tampa

Hurricane Season opens this week and Tampa homeowners will begin the annual purchase of flashlights, batteries, canned goods, duct tape and bottled water. Hopefully, we wont need to use ANY of them and we will escape another Hurricane Season unscathed! So, you have your hurricane box stashed in the garage and you THINK you are ready??

Think againthe single, most important thing, that every homeowner should have is a Home Inventoryan itemized list of everything (and its value) in your home!

You can read my thoughts on Hurricane Readiness in some of my earlier articles:

Why You Need a Home Inventory

What is Storm Surge and How Will it Affect My Home in Tampa?

Do I Need Flood Insurance?

Moving to Tampa? Do you have questions about Storms, or Insurance? What neighborhoods are safest in a storm? Where are the best School Districts? Send me an email!

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Posted by jackie   |   1 Comment »   |   06.01.2008

What is Storm Surge and How Will It Affect My Home in Tampa?

Filed under: Flood Insurance, Flood Zones in Tampa, Insurance, Luxury Homes in Tampa, MacDill AFB, MLS Listings in Tampa, South Tampa, Tampa, Tampa Neighborhoods, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Agent, Tampa Real Estate Market, Waterfront Homes in Tampa

The Latest News on the Tampa Real Estate Market and Everything About Buying a Home in Tampa, or Living in Tampa…. Tampa is a fabulous city to live in! It IS surrounded by water, so as we head into the summer months, we are just a few weeks away from the beginning of “hurricane season”. It’s hard to believe it, since we haven’t had any rain in Tampa for WEEKS, but it is time to start talking about “hurricane preparedness” again. For most of us in the Tampa area, we are used to the yearly purchases of batteries, water, canned goods, etc., to prepare for the possibility of a storm. For homeowners who live close to the bay, the greatest threat from a hurricane in Tampa, is what is know as, “Storm Surge”. Storm surge is a threat to any coastal areas, which are often less than 10 feet above sea level. The surge is water that is pushed ashore by the force of a storm. The combination of a tropical storm, or a hurricane, along with high tides, can bring a wall of water up to 20 feet high. In Tampa, the South Tampa peninsula, surrounded by Hillsborough Bay and Tampa Bay, has flooded in low-lying areas during recent Flooded_homesTropical Storms and Hurricanes. Those areas are in designated flood zones, where lenders require a homeowner to purchase flood insurance. Many neighborhoods in South Tampa are in flood zones, B or C, which are lower risk for flood insurance requirements and many homeowners do not carry flood insurance, and, more importantly, many of them do not evacuate when a storm is brewing in the Gulf. Several years ago, a professor at USF, did a special report for TBO.com about the worst case scenario . Watch the interactive video about a simulated Storm Surge through downtown Tampa. Had Hurricane Charley hit Tampa,as predicted, in 2004, instead of Southeast Florida where it came ashore, the storm surge would have reached the third floor of Tampa General Hospital! Anyone who lived in South Tampa, and did not evacuate, would likely not have survived. Because most homes in Tampa have never been hit by such a storm, many residents feel that it will never happen, but it is far better to be prepared, than to be complacent. The path of a storm can vary by over 100 miles, so when a storm is threatening Florida, everyone needs to have an evacuation plan. Should a 20 foot storm surge come ashore in Tampa, the entire South Tampa area would be under water. Many of those homeowners would not be insured, because flood insurance was not required by a lender, though the cost of the policy would be reasonable, compared to higher-risk areas. Call your insurance agent today and add a Flood Insurance Policy to insure your most precious possessions and always evacuate when a storm is headed your way! 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? Need informations about the schools in Tampa? 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!

 

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Posted by jackie   |   1 Comment »   |   05.06.2008

Moving to Tampa? Will You Need Flood Insurance?

Filed under: Flood Insurance, Flood Zones in Tampa, Florida Real Estate, Insurance, Real Estate News, South Tampa

The Latest News on Moving to Tampa, Living in Tampa, or Buying Real Estate anywhere in the World…every day on The Real Estate Sizzle…

One of the first questions every Homebuyer asks me, when they are moving to Tampa, is Do I Need Flood Insurance? The answer: YES. While a mortgage company may Bayshore_floodonly REQUIRE a homeowner to carry flood insurance in certain flood zones, , here are some facts every homeowner should know. Just a glimpse of flooded Bayshore Boulevard tells the story

1.One in Four flood claims, are in a low -moderate risk zone! Chances are good that nearly 25% of those homeowners did not have flood insurance because it was not REQUIRED by their lenders.

2. A car can be swept away by just 2 feet of water!

3. Flash floods occur in all 50 states! I am sure you recall the flash floods that have occurred in the U.K. and various parts of the U.S…areas that are NOT flood zones.

4. Homeowners Insurance generally will not cover rising water . That coverage requires a separate flood insurance policy.

5. You must add contents coverage to a flood insurance policy, if you want your belongings to be covered.

6. Premiums in low-risk areas are very reasonable, but damage from a flood is costlydo you want to take that chance?

7. It takes 30 days for insurance to take effect, so do not wait until a storm is coming to call your insurance agent.

For more infomation on Flood Insurance, visit FloodSmart.gov.

If you enjoyed this article, you may want to read my series on Hurricane Preparedness:

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

If you are buying a condominium, most of your insurance on the building is generally covered under your Monthly Maintenance Fees.


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!

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Posted by jackie   |   1 Comment »   |   02.20.2008

Homeowner’s Insurance in Tampa…Are Your Rates Going Up…or Down?

Filed under: Flood Insurance, Flood Zones in Tampa, Florida Real Estate, Hurricane Preparedness, Insurance, Real Estate News, Tampa Real Estate, Tampa Real Estate Market

THE LATEST NEWS ON TAMPA REAL ESTATE, AND REAL ESTATE AROUND THE WORLD, EVERY DAY, ON THE REAL ESTATE SIZZLE…

If you are buying a home in Tampa, you will need to inquire about Homeowner’s Insurance Rates, and, possibly, flood insurance. An article in today’s Tampa Tribune details how homeowner’s may be affected with the ever-changing insurance rates.

So far this year, Florida has not experienced a tropical storm, or hurricane…very good news. Let’s see how that news may affect insurance in the State of Florida.

Here are some of my earlier articles on Storms and Insurance.

Do I Need Flood Insurance?

What is Storm Surge and How Will it Affect My Home in Tampa?

If you are buying a home in Tampa, or anywhere in the World, I can help. Contact me!

Tampa Neighborhoods including, South Tampa, Davis Islands, Beach Park, Sunset Park, Hyde Park, Palma Ceia, Westchase, Waterchase, Odessa, Cheval, Avila, Brandon, Riverview, FishHawk, New Tampa, Tampa Palms, Arbor Greene, Hunter’s Green, Waterfront Homes in Tampa, Luxury Home Specialist, International Real Estate Specialist.

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Posted by jackie   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   10.03.2007

South Tampa Intersections to Avoid in A Storm!

Filed under: Flood Zones in Tampa, Real Estate News, South Tampa, Tampa

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Another article in my Flood and Flood Insurance series

South Tampa is a wonderful place to live. But, it isnt known for its state-of-the art drainage systems!

While the City of Tampa is continually working to improving the storm drains, many areas will flood very quickly during the heavy rains of summer.

Summer thunderstorms are a frequent event! Here are the intersections to avoid in a downpour. How many times have you tried to get home and found yourself in the middle of a flooded intersection with no way out?

Remember, just two feet of water can wash a car away, and driving through water can ruin your engine.

This is a great map with all of the “worst intersections for Flooding”. Check it out!

Stay safe and avoid flooded intersections. Prepare several routes that you know are flood free and remember to take them in a rain storm!

Graphic from the St. Petersburg Times

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Posted by jackie   |   Click Here To Comment »   |   07.27.2007