Bob Pfeiffer

Not all Florida Real Estate news is bleak...the Greater Tampa Association of Realtors has reported that average sale prices are up from January 2011 to April 2011 (from $134.4k to $150.3k.) This number alone is good news for the recovery of our Bay Area Market, but combine that with inventory levels at the 2nd lowest total for the past 4 years, and it should give sellers a small pause for a breath of relief.

As Tampa Area Schools wind down their 2010/2011 sessions, sellers should be excited about the prospect of moving their homes in a market that could provide the strongest selling conditions we have seen in a couple of years. In fact, one of my non-short sale, market priced listings recently received a successful sales contract, one written back-up offer, and two verbal "keep us informed" requests. While this information may not make your heart skip a beat, it is far better than some of the bad news we, as Realtors, have had to deliver to sellers regarding market conditions, and runaway downward pressure on values in the past couple of years.

For information regarding the Tampa Real EstateMarket, click on any of the hyperlinks to view my website and gain access to the full MFR/GTAR reports.

Check out this fantastic South Tampa Rental available for immediate occupancy. This unit is in a gated community in the heart of South Tampa's SoHo district (one of South Tampa's premier Neighborhoods.) It offers granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, crown moldings, a one car garage, and a gas fireplace. Click on the youtube link to see a walkthrough of this property.

Golf Course 2001 Model Home with great features. Quail Hollow Golf course is being renovated for late 2011 opening - get this great 3/2/2 1974 sft home on the 14th hole before the course opens & home prices rise. Enjoy front & back screened patios here!

BROKER'S OPEN HOUSE - WEDNESDAY APRIL 13, 2011 BETWEEN 11:00-1:00!

Vaulted ceilings, large master bedroom with his & hers closets, wood floors, screened patios and a split floor plan make this a fantastic home nestled close to the The Grove open air mall, near major roadways & minutes from Tampa, an excellent home place to call home. Imagine enjoying an evening in your hot tub with no one in view but the Sandhill cranes and other wildlife that live on the forested golf course behind your home. Each morning enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while seeing the neighborhood come to life through the screened front porch overlooking the cypress stand beyond the pond. A truly quiet small neighborhood developed only within the last decade, Quail Woods enjoys little traffic and a pedestrian friendly lifestyle. This home has been well maintained and is move-in ready. Hidden features include: termite and pest control tubes throughout the property for mess-free pest prevention, storage attic in garage with sturdy flooring (not just plywood, ) & cool deck surface in back patio. Schedule an appointment to see this house now, before the golf course re-opens and get ready to enjoy Golf course living without CDD's and huge HOA fees (only $36/month!)

See this and other Florida Golf Course Real Estate at www.BobSellsTampa.com.

Looking for information on some of South Tampa's most desirable neighborhoods? There are many unique and outstanding neighborhoods and homes to visit in the South Tampa market. Neighborhoods such as Davis Islands, Channelside, Harbor Island, Hyde Park, Bayshore Beautiful, Sunset Park, Beach Park, Culbreath Isles, Palma Ceia and New Suburb Beautiful are just begging to be enjoyed.

Quite a few South Tampa real estate opportunities exist in the current real estate climate. These neighborhoods, not only have access to some of Tampa's best schools, but also great dining, shopping, theater, and concert venues.

Visit my South Tampa neighborhood page to see more information on a few of these south Tampa gems.