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The Gulf Coast of Florida in the Tampa Bay vicinity has the most pristine coastline and premium beach real estate that just cannot be duplicated elsewhere. The spectacular, natural landscapes and clear, warm Gulf waters have made this area, also known as the Sun Coast, popular for tourists and for those moving to Florida.

Golf has long been a popular pursuit for Floridians and visitors. Recognizing this, the State of Florida provides a plethora of golfing opportunities throughout its sun drenched territory for golfing enthusiasts to enjoy, and the Tampa Bay area of Florida is no exception.

With more than 70 golf courses located throughout the Sun Coast of Florida, tourists and residents can utilize the wonderful sand and surf to get in a round of…

Sun, sand and water – those are the ingredients for a great vacation destination – or a spectacular home town. Palm Harbor, located just about midway down the Gulf Coast of Florida, is both. The unincorporated town has become one of Florida’s fastest growing communities – and with good reason. Palm Harbor’s proximity to Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg give residents easy access to fine dining and big city amenities while preserving the relaxed atmosphere of a small town.

Located on Florida’s Beach just about midway up the Gulf Coast, Palm Harbor is a bustling, prosperous community with a deceptively quaint and charming feel. The area enjoys a special status as an unincorporated town, protecting Palm Harbor real estate from annexation by nearby…

Once part of the barrier island town, Indian Rocks Beach, Indian Shores’ history began in 1949 when the south shore of the island broke off to become a town of its own. It carried the name Indian Rocks Beach South Shore Beach until 1973, when the town council voted to shorten the name to Indian Shores. With a population of less than 2,000 year round residents, Indian Shore offers a relaxed atmosphere, scenic shorelines and wonderful weather to anyone looking for a new home – or a home away from home.

As small as it is, Indian Shores is home to some of the best area restaurants with cuisine ranging from surf and turf specials to upscale Scandinavian and Italian restaurants. The town is a haven for adults, with children under 18 in less than 10% of the…

Just twenty miles west of Tampa International Airport, and only six miles west of Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport, you will find the city of Largo.  With over seventy-thousand residents, this is no small town.  This city supports tourism and travelers to Florida as well as the many residents who happily call Largo home through the year. 

Largo is a city of low crime and warm weather.  It is close to the Gulf of Mexico, though not directly on the shore, and is an easy drive or bike ride to the beach for fun in the sun, adventures underwater, or trips out on boats of many kinds.  Largo is within minutes to Indian Rocks Beach and Indian Shores Beach and just 15 minutes from the famous beaches of Clearwater.  The city itself is hardly…

When you look at waterfront relocation destinations in Florida, you tend to be looking for one of two things: either you want a place that would be wonderful to live in, or you want a location that has all of the thrills and excitement you need in a vacation spot.  Indian Rocks Beach, Florida satisfies both.

This beautiful community is small enough to know your neighbors, and close enough to the major attractions of the area to keep you excited.  Take a short trip outside of town and find yourself at Busch Gardens, Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, or Sea World.  Or even forget the trips to amusement parks and stay home on the beach.  Enjoy yourself surfing, sailing, scuba diving, or just lying in the sun on one of the many, many beaches. 

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Hillsborough County, Florida includes the large incorporated metro areas of Tampa, Temple Terrace and Plant City.  Numerous small towns surround the larger cities such as Brandon, Valrico, and Apollo Beach and many opportunities abound in Hillsborough County real estate.  Small town or large city, business or residential, property is abundant in Hillsborough County, Florida and due to the lower than average median resident age, Hillsborough County appeals to the younger crowd.

Hillsborough County ranks 5th in the nation for the production of strawberries, while Florida’s best known crop, Oranges, are grown and harvested at 10th.  Rural areas of the county raise livestock and poultry as well as vegetables and other garden produce. 

Places of…

East Lake made headlines a few years back when it applied for a post office address of its own only to find that there’s already an East Lake post office over in Hillsborough County. The St. Petersburg Times reported on the ‘postal confusion’ and it’s been picked up and repeated over and over. There’s no confusion in Pinellas County, where East Lake is the well-known seat of sports, outdoor recreation, upscale family living and some of the most sought after communities in all of Tampa Bay.  The East Lake "Boot" pictured to the right was placed in the area many years ago and that familiar landmark still remains today but the area itself has changed drastically.

Whether you’re outdoor pleasures tend toward lazing in the sun, hiking through the Central…

Dunedin FL Real Estate

One of the oldest towns on Florida’s west coast, Dunedin has a small town feel with many big city amenities. It’s a delightful city that features four picturesque miles of shoreline, beautiful wooded areas, and a wealth of popular attractions and activities to please any tastes in recreation. The subtropical climate makes the city an ideal home for anyone who enjoys warm weather, sunshine and friendly faces. If you’re in the market for a new Florida home, Dunedin real estate is priced right and offers everything you want in Florida living.

Dunedin is located in Pinellas County about midway up the west coast of the Florida coastline. Its beaches and sheltered coves have consistently ranked in the state’s top ten beaches, with…