MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa Florida
Tampa Florida - So you just found out you're relocating to MacDill AFB or Central Command (Centcom).
Want to learn more about the Tampa Bay area?
We'd love to be your local military relocation resource, since we have the Clearwater Coast Guard Air Station, the largest and busiest air station, Tampa's MacDill Air Force Air Base, and Central Command right in our backyard and are experienced in helping other military families and individuals who've moved here and we can help with:
"In addition to the 6th Air Mobility Wing, MacDill Air Force Base is also home to more than 50 Mission Partners, including United States Central Command and United States Special Operations Command. The presence of these two unified commands and other Mission Partners creates a unique multi-service community at MacDill, with all branches of service represented. So although MacDill is an Air Force Base, it is also home to many soldiers, sailors and Marines." (Source: MacDill AFB)
It's easy to see why United States military personal is such a big part of our Tampa Bay communities and neighborhoods.
One of our home buyers last year had served in the military and was now a consultant and was taking college graduate courses at the University of South Florida - the great thing is we have lots of colleges and universities in the Tampa Bay area to choose from as well.
When relocating to the Tampa Bay area people either want to stay close to MacDill Airforce base which is located 8 miles south of downtown Tampa (withing about 30 minutes) or some are willing to commute a little further to be closer to our Tampa beaches since the commute may 45 mins - 1hr but the tropical lifestyle is hard to beat - either way we can help!
Moving to Tampa | St Petersburg | Clearwater Florida -Working at MacDill AFB
If you are looking for Tampa Bay neighborhoods closer to MacDill you may want to consider neighborhoods in Clearwater, St Petersburg, Westchase, Brandon, Valrico, Riverview, South Tampa and Port of Tampa.
The great news is there are lots of Tampa real estate bargains right now and because we are still in a buyer's market you can find great values on homes under $200,000 in Brandon, Valrico, Clearwater and St Petersburg and even the higher priced, high demand area of South Tampa has buyers negotiating deals on these craftsman style homes with the finest detail throughout. These are all easy commutes to the Tampa International Airport as well.
If you're relocating and want to look at Tampa Bay homes you can find great options in along Tampa Bay in St Petersburg, Apollo Beach and on Davis Island.
Tampa Bay Public School Choices
In both Hillsborough county and Pinellas County we have "School Choice" so check out the info on local schools here:
Buying a Tampa Bay Home using a VA Mortagage
We are experienced in helping our clients buy homes with VA mortgages. We also work with experienced Tampa lenders that can help you get an FHA loan, as well as conventional loans. See what one of our recent veteran home buyers says about Buying a Home with a VA loan.
Understanding Tampa Bay Florida Property Taxes
When we help military families moving to Tampa Bay they often ask what will my property taxes be? This is because we calculate property taxes differently than other parts of the country so here are 2 article that will explain our current Florida Property Taxes.
Tampa Real Estate - Homes Townhomes Condos for Sale
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Cyndee, That's so cool that your helping our young men and women in the military purchase a home. What a joy it is helping a member of the military or a veteran buy a home.
Fun read - my 21 yr old was born on MacDill AFB!!!! Seems like yesterday :)
Cyndee,
I love working with military families too - great to help those helping defend and protect us all.
I hope you had a great holiday.
Cyndee - I too have had the pleasure of working with Active Duty Military families relocating too and from MacDill AFB. Many of them have told me "ok.. cool / like grinning enough already" because I am always like "thank you so much for serving our country" on a REGULAR basis.
We live in a great country, and I personally say "thank you" ANYTIME I see a uniformed US military personnel dresses that serves our country.
My brother-in-law is in IRAQ now, and will see his girls for the first time in a few years. The girls are excited.
I am surprised that you haven't been hit with the recent run of base closings that has affected many areas.
Cyndee,
Absolutely wonderful post....full of helpful information for military families relocating.
Cynthia - thank you for your kind words! :-)
Gayle - it got close at one point - I think having Centcom here was a big help!
Katrina - thanks for stopping by - it is a great country!
Rita - it's great to see you - thanks for visiting.
Kim - it is amazing how fast time flies - thanks for taking time to stop by!
Fran - I always appreciate your thoughts and I know the military has a special place in your heart!
Cyndee, love this post. It's soooo full of wonderful facts on relocating to Tampa, FL.
Love you to post this in the group : http://activerain.com/groups/Coast_Guard
The Coast Guard not only has Air Station Clearwater, but a small Station in Claearwater and a Station with multiple, larger ships in St Petersburg.
Cyndee- This is a great way to support our troops and helping the military with their relocation needs.
Great stuff Cyndee!!! An excellent resource for military families.
Chris - thanks for the kind words - was thinking of you this morning - we need to catch up! :)
Cyndee - great post! I grew up about 4 miles north of MacDill!!!