When people move to the Tampa area, these are the places that most often fit their criteria. What would be the main things you would want in an area you move to?
Fewer people, affordable housing, less traffic, no sports stadiums, no old people from new york or any other North East yankee state, cheaper electric, cheaper fuel and less rights violating laws and regulations.
@Tony Camaj Florida -Overpriced, overcrowded, not much of a yard, too much traffic, too much crime, hot and humid all year round, too many people, have to pay to exercise your rights, dumbfucks voted to increase sales tax, stadiums so when there's some smooth brain entertainment it fucks traffic even more. Don't miss it.
I'm a resident of New Tampa/Wesley Chapel for 24 years. When I came here the realtor mentioned the cost of CDD's. I had to ask what that was. I was told as Sam mentioned that it was to cover the cost of development. I asked, "people pay that"? She said yes. I said, "NOT ME". So over 30 years that adds $90,000 to the cost of what you're paying. I've lived in 2 different developments & haven't paid a nickel for CDD's. Do your research, they're out there.
Im near New Tampa, in a non deed restricted property. Very happy great neighbors & no extra fees. Ppl check your prospective area for flooding. Do your homework.
We are renting In Wesley Chapel new development. But after a while we found out there are no restaurants and shops in 10 minutes drive. Not much entertainment other than new and big community amenities. Community is new and beautiful, but we care more for parks,beaches and shops, restaurants and good school . So ended up purchased at palm harbor. It has good school and surrounded by honeymoon island, wall springs, tarpon spring, Clear water, and Dunedin . If you like big city old suburbs life style with all the convenience, outdoor activity and public amenities including a long biking trail, highly recommend palm harbor. Houses are mostly old though.
I live in Safety Harbor, nearby. Westchase has way too much low ground. If we get a Katrina hurricane, so much of Pinellas and West Hillsborough will become total disaster areas for decades.
How about Plama Ceia, Beach Park, Old Hyde Park, Ybor City, Channelside? These are areas in Tampa. What you are describing are totally different cities...
Brandon, Riverview area traffic is HORRIBLE!! Poorly planned out and infrastructure can’t keep up with the people moving here! Same thing is happening in Lutz/ Wesley Chapel! We are FULL, FULL, FULL!! If you want to sit in traffic in 93 degree weather, then Florida is your place.
Hey Sam! We are new to area, on a 13 week assignment, very potentially making it our permanent home, and would love more videos diving into the aspects of the Dunedin/Palm Harbor/Tarpon Springs area. Looking for info on pros and cons of these areas, neighborhoods to check out (smaller homes), and just various aspects of what might be in these areas. Thanks Sam!
Can you make a video showing the magnet schools and charter schools? I think in some of your videos u have made references to the schools your wife attended in Tampa. However a video showcasing best school districts will help new comers decide where to rent or purchase houses. Thanks
Thanks for coming by the channel! I do have this video on the best schools. th-cam.com/video/pm66FKTLEoo/w-d-xo.html Let me know if you think I’m missing anything in this video that would be helpful to add in a future video.
Everything is way overpriced now compared to what average incomes are. Lots of nice areas to live in. Considering traffic, access to shopping, restaurants , schools, parks, and pedestrian access Carrollwood Village is the neighborhood that checks all those boxes.
Can you please make a video about new construction houses/ building new house in florida while out of state. Is it better than buying old house? And which builders would you recommend that are most popular or have good built for floods or hurricane? I tried googling or watching other videos but of course everyone has different opinions.
Homes are built quick! I mean quick. Makes me question the quality! There have been a lot of issues. Many are cookie cutter and have HIGH HOA and CDD fees. Older homes are great, better built, have more charm, but good luck getting Homeowner’s insurance unless you completely update everything!
@@joelbeaver1093 I thought Ybor City was really nice and that free street car that runs from there to the harbor. I was there in the winter during a weekend with nice weather. That place was completely empty. I just couldn't understand it. I had heard before that everyone is moving to Florida. But I guess those people are far out in communities on former swamp land. It was much different than I had pictured. Only Miami seemed to have more life.
To lupe Ramos i’ve never been to Tampa but I’ve been to Miami Fort Lauderdale Palm Beach and Orlando and I like thoese places very much and I was thinking of trying Tampa on my next trip to Florida It looks very beautiful
Surprised you didn’t mention South Tampa, I love it there personally. Although it is pretty isolated from the rest of the Tampa Bay Area. People in South Tamp don’t leave. It gives it a nice small town feel. That’s just my opinion though from living there. I am probably being pretty biased lol
I live in Tampa......if I had to do it over....I would move to the west side of the bay ( Pinellas County).....closer to the gulf coast....if you like to visit the beaches.
Love your video. But what about Carrollwood ? to have town and country in your top 10 and not Carrollwood i disagree but other then that i think you are right on. love your channel !
I really love the Odessa area! I think we will move to that area eventually. I heard that Bexley is selling again. That neighborhood is nice. Another that is kind of nearby that I like is called Asturia.
Westchase is small, it's okay if you're retiring. it's not a place for young professionals. I live in West Tampa 5mins from the RJ Stadium. I can walk to the stadium from my house. The area is rapidly developing. I 10-15 mins away from Ben T Davis beach by Rocky Pointe. Largo is an okay, very low-key kinda town surrounded by industrial areas. What makes largo great is you have access to beaches, really good beaches such as Indian Rocks Beach and Cleawater beach. You can also get to St Pete from Clearwater Largo area really quick too. I prefer Downtown St Pete over Tampa's downtown. Tampa's downtown has nothing to offer. Anything north of Temple Terrace is a no for me.
What are you even talking about? Westchase is full of young professionals and young families. I wouldn't live anywhere in walking distance of Raymond James Stadium other than the townhomes behind Miller's Ale House...
@@enzigenes You know something FDLE doesn't because there are no reported sex offenders living in that complex. However, if you look at the map, there are registered sex offenders all around the rest of West Tampa. Why do you think all of the strip clubs are also in "walking distance" of Raymond James Stadium?
Deberían de hablar también Español porque somo una comunidad latina muy grande que estamos buscando vivienda en Tampa y no tenemos información dónde podemos comprar que sean excelentes lugaresSaludos desde Tampa
Hola nosotros también estamos buscando. Nos interesan las escuelas middle y high que no sean malas. Si ya encontraron me dejas saber tu opinión? Gracias
No, you don't. Enough people from all over moved there, high crime, high cost of living, inflated rent, inflated house prices, high electric bills, over crowded, etc.
I'm surprised you didn't mention south tampa, like ballast point or Palma. I'm moving down from the DC area late summer/early fall. Looking in these areas
Personally not a huge fan, but I'm pretty biased. It feels a little too rural/suburban. That being said, it totally depends on what your wants and needs are! Maybe that would be perfect for you! I'd be happy to discuss your goals with you, send me a text or email me and we can set up a time to talk!
Sinkholes are definitely a problem in many areas as well as flooding. Good luck with finding affordable Homeowner’s insurance that will cover ANYTHING at a price you can afford and you better never use it for ANYTHING if you want to be able to find a company that will cover you without charging astronomical fees. Also be aware of PMI insurance. I’m a Florida native and have owned homes here since I was 19. 32 years. Just come for vacation.
Sam, what areas would you recommend (for rent) for a single young professional who likes the city life but also wants to be close to the beach? Hobbies: soccer and tennis. Online articles mentioned downtown of course, Ybor city, channel district. They're pretty expensive but I may be able to find something if I end up moving there in June/July. I can afford $800 to $1300 a month. Open to having roommates to save money. Also, are there areas in clearwater and st. Petersburg that have a city feeling?
There are some areas of St Petersburg that do have a city feel. I need to get down there and shoot a video. You should look some in Tampa Heights area. It is just north of Ybor city.
Honestly downtown St. Pete is your best bet. Score a rental in the old northeast neighborhood and walk downtown whenever. Only 20 mins from great south Pinellas beaches. As far as Tampa goes, nowhere is super close to a great beach but the Heights neighborhoods are where it’s at if you want good dining, nightlife, hip artsy young people. Ybor and Channel district are great but most young people are priced out of there. Still some affordable stuff in VM Ybor though.
Forgot where you are from originally, but I think you mentioned before that you lived in Colorado. What made you move to Tampa out of all places if you don't mind me asking?
@@LivinginTampa Very quick question. In Florida, can you move into the intersection if the light is green and wait there for upcoming traffic to pass? Bc I see how people wait behind the line on green and don't move into the intersection. It says this online: Here's how the Department of Licensing interprets the law in the Driver Guide : “Drivers must not enter an intersection unless they can get through it without having to stop.” That would seem to mean that even for left turns you shouldn't pull into the intersection and wait for a gap.
This list is from a realtor's point of view. Here are the cool towns.... Gulfport that's where I live. Dunedin, safety harbor, Old Northeast St Petersburg, old Southeast Saint Petersburg. And that's it. But Gulfport truly is the best.
Of course, my point of view is in this a little, but these are the areas where most people(that contact me) want to live when they move here from out of state. Most people can't afford those areas that you mentioned. Most people moving here want relatively new homes and want that typical 4 bedroom house with a big pool. Not everyone's style. Ha not even my style. Thanks for watching and sharing your favorite areas!
Is it possible to find a price of $250k-$275k for a new home 3/2 no pool or a newer home in that price range in a good decent neighborhood in Tampa? I’m hearing all kinds of stories don’t know if they are true. Or what area could u find that in?
Safety Harbor is a super good area! It's really beautiful, safe, and family oriented! The homes here are going to be a little more expensive than the surrounding areas, but if it fits your budget it's a really good option that I recommend to a lot of my clients.
Hey George. Everything about your name seems Greek to me so you might want to live in Tarpon! Do you want to live like right on the beach? Or just an easy drive?
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Not many metro areas over 3 million have low rent. A lot of families have multiple earners, but there are all kinds of jobs. And Florida is very friendly to people starting businesses
Sun City & Apollo beach are nice, more suburban but plenty of stores to shop & restaurants. Fyi Brandon & Riverview are exploding with development & TRAFFIC.
I am a New Yorker my whole life & still live in the city(queens). People say we are not nice here but Its not true... we love new people and immigrants. Why are the Floridians so mean and say mean comments on all podcasts. It’s really turning me off Florida. I want to move outside of New York but it’s annoying when your not wanted. Maybe should try Texas instead of Florida?
It gets tough just because everyone's situation makes the ideal area completely different for everyone. That being said, I really like the Northern and Central part of Pinellas county and the Keystone/Odessa area.
Hi I was wondering if you know of Any decent rentals around 1050 with qualifications of making 2.5x or below? It seems like after calling around most are 3. Thanks so much
Thanks for watching and commenting! I’d love to help you find a place that you are happy with. Call or email anytime. info@livingintampafl.com (727) 677-5337
I’m looking for an apartment. I’m 29 just got out of a long term relationship and have no kids or animals. I don’t make very much. My last apartment I was paying 1300 a month. Thank you for responding.
We have plenty of ghetto areas! There are pockets everywhere and they creep closer and closer to nice areas! Hope you like homeless people and shopping carts and trash because they LOVE it here! They come from up north to “live the dream” It is easy to be homeless here and very lucrative. No snow, lots of busy city areas and dumpsters behind restaurants, the tourist feed them and the police do nothing! Welcome to the Sunshine State. Unless you are EXTREMELY wealthy you will have homeless people encounters on a regular basis. Watch out for the needles! Drugs are a major issue!
This is the problem of you people who do not know Florida you're moving to Florida and you don't know exactly what Floridians know every where he's talking about that is close to the waters and the beaches is the first ones to get hit by the hurricanes is hell
As a Tampa resident, please stop coming here. The locals are being forced out by big money from other states - why rent to someone who's lived here their entire life when you can charge a newyorker 2x what a native could pay?
Hi I am living in carrollwood Tampa living with my sister want to get out on my own want to get an apartment that is not to high I’m price between 600 and 800 is that possible
I felt sad reading this question! That would be difficult to find. Please email us sometime and we would love to help you search! info@livingintampafl.com
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I think town n country is horrible. There is a pocket that I would recommend that is south of Ehrlich Rd and west of N Dale Mabry hwy that is beautifully balanced. S Village Dr cuts through it. Your welcome
When people move to the Tampa area, these are the places that most often fit their criteria. What would be the main things you would want in an area you move to?
Fewer people, affordable housing, less traffic, no sports stadiums, no old people from new york or any other North East yankee state, cheaper electric, cheaper fuel and less rights violating laws and regulations.
@Tony Camaj Yes, I did.
@Tony Camaj Kansas.
@Tony Camaj I already moved. Don't regret it one bit. Cheaper, calmer, safer, better weather, fewer people, etc.
@Tony Camaj Florida -Overpriced, overcrowded, not much of a yard, too much traffic, too much crime, hot and humid all year round, too many people, have to pay to exercise your rights, dumbfucks voted to increase sales tax, stadiums so when there's some smooth brain entertainment it fucks traffic even more. Don't miss it.
I'm a resident of New Tampa/Wesley Chapel for 24 years. When I came here the realtor mentioned the cost of CDD's. I had to ask what that was. I was told as Sam mentioned that it was to cover the cost of development. I asked, "people pay that"? She said yes. I said, "NOT ME". So over 30 years that adds $90,000 to the cost of what you're paying. I've lived in 2 different developments & haven't paid a nickel for CDD's. Do your research, they're out there.
Im near New Tampa, in a non deed restricted property. Very happy great neighbors & no extra fees. Ppl check your prospective area for flooding. Do your homework.
Go home yankee!! Florida does not want you!!
We are renting In Wesley Chapel new development. But after a while we found out there are no restaurants and shops in 10 minutes drive. Not much entertainment other than new and big community amenities. Community is new and beautiful, but we care more for parks,beaches and shops, restaurants and good school . So ended up purchased at palm harbor. It has good school and surrounded by honeymoon island, wall springs, tarpon spring, Clear water, and Dunedin . If you like big city old suburbs life style with all the convenience, outdoor activity and public amenities including a long biking trail, highly recommend palm harbor. Houses are mostly old though.
I live in Safety Harbor, nearby. Westchase has way too much low ground. If we get a Katrina hurricane, so much of Pinellas and West Hillsborough will become total disaster areas for decades.
We got lucky, new build in Wesley Chapel, no cdd fee's, gl home builder, we were told they have a good reputation.
Another great video, thanks man. I haven't even gotten there yet and I feel like I know the city so well because of your videos.
Hi Sam greetings from 🇿🇦 South Africa I’m a realtor here but I’m moving to Tampa ❤️
There are no eland, kudu, nyala or bushbuck in Tampa. Don't go there!
How about Plama Ceia, Beach Park, Old Hyde Park, Ybor City, Channelside? These are areas in Tampa. What you are describing are totally different cities...
I was really hoping he would touch on those areas of Tampa vs Tampa Bay "area".
ya "tampa bay" would be more accurate
This guy named the lamest places
Can you guys give some recommendations? We are wanting to actually be in tampa but in a nice area!
Also fairly close to a hospital as I am a nurse and don't want a long commute
Brandon, Riverview area traffic is HORRIBLE!! Poorly planned out and infrastructure can’t keep up with the people moving here! Same thing is happening in Lutz/ Wesley Chapel! We are FULL, FULL, FULL!! If you want to sit in traffic in 93 degree weather, then Florida is your place.
I agree, the Gibsonton area is a nightmare.
I agree an absolute madhouse. So glad im far away from there.
Love your channel and the way you say the county you live in lol
Hey Sam! We are new to area, on a 13 week assignment, very potentially making it our permanent home, and would love more videos diving into the aspects of the Dunedin/Palm Harbor/Tarpon Springs area. Looking for info on pros and cons of these areas, neighborhoods to check out (smaller homes), and just various aspects of what might be in these areas. Thanks Sam!
Hey there. The best way to get that info is to reach out a schedule a call! Info@livingintampafl.com
For insurance purposes avoid the zips with the 336 prefix.
Why?
what about 335? Looking to move to the Tampa area and was wondering about Riverview.
Just ALL the 33 prefixes.
@@juanitaarbelo5409 Riverview - have fun with the gun shots, high rent/mortgages, traffic and general overcrowding.
@@SonOfTheDawn515 oh that sounds awful. Good thing we decided to stay put for now.
Can you make a video showing the magnet schools and charter schools? I think in some of your videos u have made references to the schools your wife attended in Tampa. However a video showcasing best school districts will help new comers decide where to rent or purchase houses. Thanks
Thanks for coming by the channel!
I do have this video on the best schools.
th-cam.com/video/pm66FKTLEoo/w-d-xo.html
Let me know if you think I’m missing anything in this video that would be helpful to add in a future video.
Everything is way overpriced now compared to what average incomes are. Lots of nice areas to live in. Considering traffic, access to shopping, restaurants , schools, parks, and pedestrian access Carrollwood Village is the neighborhood that checks all those boxes.
We just purchased a property is St Petersburg and love the area
Can you please make a video about new construction houses/ building new house in florida while out of state. Is it better than buying old house? And which builders would you recommend that are most popular or have good built for floods or hurricane? I tried googling or watching other videos but of course everyone has different opinions.
It is in the works 👍👍
Homes are built quick! I mean quick. Makes me question the quality! There have been a lot of issues. Many are cookie cutter and have HIGH HOA and CDD fees. Older homes are great, better built, have more charm, but good luck getting Homeowner’s insurance unless you completely update everything!
@Tony Camaj give me a address and I’ll tell you what it’s like.
With the newly built homes, you will DEFINITELY pay HIGH HOA and CDD fees!
Westchase: HOA hell.
4:04 Now that is some impressive driving!
Thanks!
I live in San Francisco I can’t imagine how much those houses would cost here I’ve thought about recently moving to Tampa
Have you ever been to Tampa? The vibe for sure is very different. I think for a Californian it might be very hard to adjust.
@@luperamos7307 trust me man you don’t want to move here. It’s nothing like California. We don’t like all that woke bull crap down here
@@joelbeaver1093 I really wanted to move bc of the prices. But it was really boring there. And that is the problem in almost all other states.
@@luperamos7307 that’s true
@@joelbeaver1093 I thought Ybor City was really nice and that free street car that runs from there to the harbor. I was there in the winter during a weekend with nice weather. That place was completely empty. I just couldn't understand it. I had heard before that everyone is moving to Florida. But I guess those people are far out in communities on former swamp land. It was much different than I had pictured. Only Miami seemed to have more life.
To lupe Ramos i’ve never been to Tampa but I’ve been to Miami Fort Lauderdale Palm Beach and Orlando and I like thoese places very much and I was thinking of trying Tampa on my next trip to Florida It looks very beautiful
Excited to learn more about the areas! Relocating from Arizona. Tampa looks very interesting
Stay were your at we’re full down here. We don’t need any of that California, Arizona bull crap down here.
Only So. Tampa
Sorry
Reverse the order and you nailed it.
Surprised you didn’t mention South Tampa, I love it there personally. Although it is pretty isolated from the rest of the Tampa Bay Area. People in South Tamp don’t leave. It gives it a nice small town feel. That’s just my opinion though from living there. I am probably being pretty biased lol
You got it. South Tampa is the best!
I live in Tampa......if I had to do it over....I would move to the west side of the bay ( Pinellas County).....closer to the gulf coast....if you like to visit the beaches.
Thank you for sharing!
I used to live in tarpon springs of klosterman
That's awesome!
Love your video. But what about Carrollwood ? to have town and country in your top 10 and not Carrollwood i disagree but other then that i think you are right on. love your channel !
I Love Carrolwood & Lutz !
Thank you for your feedback!
@@LivinginTampa yeah, what about Carrollwood?
Town & Country???? Yes if you like gangs and graffiti ......
@@richardnicol2514 which other places are ghetto I like to know
Tarpon Springs is mostly Greek 🇬🇷❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hey Sam what do you think about the Odessa area and community’s like starkey ranch and bexley.
I really love the Odessa area! I think we will move to that area eventually. I heard that Bexley is selling again. That neighborhood is nice. Another that is kind of nearby that I like is called Asturia.
@@LivinginTampa I visited and went to Bexley area. It was awesome and i hope Westbay builders get more sites in there because that where i wanna be
I live near that area and I love Odessa and Trinity is nearby and really nice
@@LivinginTampa I’m in Asturia! 😊
I like Odessa, you can’t go wrong there.
Westchase is small, it's okay if you're retiring. it's not a place for young professionals. I live in West Tampa 5mins from the RJ Stadium. I can walk to the stadium from my house. The area is rapidly developing. I 10-15 mins away from Ben T Davis beach by Rocky Pointe. Largo is an okay, very low-key kinda town surrounded by industrial areas. What makes largo great is you have access to beaches, really good beaches such as Indian Rocks Beach and Cleawater beach. You can also get to St Pete from Clearwater Largo area really quick too. I prefer Downtown St Pete over Tampa's downtown. Tampa's downtown has nothing to offer. Anything north of Temple Terrace is a no for me.
Thank you for the insight!
Sounds horrible being in such a location.
What are you even talking about? Westchase is full of young professionals and young families. I wouldn't live anywhere in walking distance of Raymond James Stadium other than the townhomes behind Miller's Ale House...
@@cmon2387 You mean the new townhomes where there are multiple sex offenders living on the same block? Ohhh wow.
@@enzigenes You know something FDLE doesn't because there are no reported sex offenders living in that complex. However, if you look at the map, there are registered sex offenders all around the rest of West Tampa. Why do you think all of the strip clubs are also in "walking distance" of Raymond James Stadium?
Deberían de hablar también Español porque somo una comunidad latina muy grande que estamos buscando vivienda en Tampa y no tenemos información dónde podemos comprar que sean excelentes lugaresSaludos desde Tampa
Hola nosotros también estamos buscando. Nos interesan las escuelas middle y high que no sean malas. Si ya encontraron me dejas saber tu opinión? Gracias
I live on E Dr MLK. Rough neighborhood. But it could be worse
Does the gettocopter hover over your house 5 minutes after you go to bed? Yeah, mine too.
I really like Tampa Florida I sooooo wanna live there 🥰
No, you don't. Enough people from all over moved there, high crime, high cost of living, inflated rent, inflated house prices, high electric bills, over crowded, etc.
No, you don’t or fall down here it’s crazy and I was born and raised in this area
I'm surprised you didn't mention south tampa, like ballast point or Palma. I'm moving down from the DC area late summer/early fall. Looking in these areas
I'm originally from the D.C. area as well. Moved to Tampa Bay area 25yrs ago out of college. South Tampa is a great area.
All nice areas.
Great video! What do you think of Apollo beach? I work in Brandon and I like new construction.
Personally not a huge fan, but I'm pretty biased. It feels a little too rural/suburban. That being said, it totally depends on what your wants and needs are! Maybe that would be perfect for you! I'd be happy to discuss your goals with you, send me a text or email me and we can set up a time to talk!
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@@LivinginTampa Thanks I will watch the market and see where it goes. I am retired.
Any concerns about sink holes or the phosphate pollution..
Sinkholes are definitely a problem in many areas as well as flooding. Good luck with finding affordable Homeowner’s insurance that will cover ANYTHING at a price you can afford and you better never use it for ANYTHING if you want to be able to find a company that will cover you without charging astronomical fees. Also be aware of PMI insurance. I’m a Florida native and have owned homes here since I was 19. 32 years. Just come for vacation.
Oh no!
Sam, what areas would you recommend (for rent) for a single young professional who likes the city life but also wants to be close to the beach? Hobbies: soccer and tennis. Online articles mentioned downtown of course, Ybor city, channel district. They're pretty expensive but I may be able to find something if I end up moving there in June/July. I can afford $800 to $1300 a month. Open to having roommates to save money. Also, are there areas in clearwater and st. Petersburg that have a city feeling?
Check out.. Town Westshore, The Cove, or Bayshore Crossing apartments with that kinda money
@@clutchcargo5259 thanks, I'll check them out.
There are some areas of St Petersburg that do have a city feel. I need to get down there and shoot a video. You should look some in Tampa Heights area. It is just north of Ybor city.
@@LivinginTampa will do, thank you! I love your videos.
Honestly downtown St. Pete is your best bet. Score a rental in the old northeast neighborhood and walk downtown whenever. Only 20 mins from great south Pinellas beaches. As far as Tampa goes, nowhere is super close to a great beach but the Heights neighborhoods are where it’s at if you want good dining, nightlife, hip artsy young people. Ybor and Channel district are great but most young people are priced out of there. Still some affordable stuff in VM Ybor though.
Forgot where you are from originally, but I think you mentioned before that you lived in Colorado. What made you move to Tampa out of all places if you don't mind me asking?
I grew up in Oklahoma and then lived in Colorado for 10 years (2010-2020). We moved to Florida to be closer to my wife's family and to be warm :)
@@LivinginTampa Very quick question. In Florida, can you move into the intersection if the light is green and wait there for upcoming traffic to pass? Bc I see how people wait behind the line on green and don't move into the intersection. It says this online:
Here's how the Department of Licensing interprets the law in the Driver Guide : “Drivers must not enter an intersection unless they can get through it without having to stop.” That would seem to mean that even for left turns you shouldn't pull into the intersection and wait for a gap.
Can you do one on best places to rent in Tampa.
like your vlog
This list is from a realtor's point of view. Here are the cool towns.... Gulfport that's where I live. Dunedin, safety harbor, Old Northeast St Petersburg, old Southeast Saint Petersburg. And that's it. But Gulfport truly is the best.
Of course, my point of view is in this a little, but these are the areas where most people(that contact me) want to live when they move here from out of state. Most people can't afford those areas that you mentioned. Most people moving here want relatively new homes and want that typical 4 bedroom house with a big pool. Not everyone's style. Ha not even my style.
Thanks for watching and sharing your favorite areas!
@@LivinginTampa yeah but I wouldn't call these the best areas to live you know? These areas are like living in any place suburbia in the US.
@@jasonmelo9379 best for most people though
Aren't there a lot of bugs in Florida?
Which gated subdivisions are better suitable for retired asian americans?
Most real estate agents are prohibited on commenting on racial neighborhoods. It's a HUD violation.
Is it possible to find a price of $250k-$275k for a new home 3/2 no pool or a newer home in that price range in a good decent neighborhood in Tampa? I’m hearing all kinds of stories don’t know if they are true. Or what area could u find that in?
Can't really find that IN Tampa, but maybe in a few surrounding areas. You will just have to be more than an hour away from the city
What about Safety Harbor?
Safety Harbor is a super good area! It's really beautiful, safe, and family oriented! The homes here are going to be a little more expensive than the surrounding areas, but if it fits your budget it's a really good option that I recommend to a lot of my clients.
what is the actual drive time from say port richey to downtown tampa with traffic?????????
I would say anywhere from an hour with normal traffic to an hour and a half on an especially heavy traffic day.
I stayed in Brandon when I visited but prefer to be on the beach 🏖 what area do u recommend
Hey George. Everything about your name seems Greek to me so you might want to live in Tarpon! Do you want to live like right on the beach? Or just an easy drive?
I want to live around the University of South Florida. Any recommendations for places in that area? Anywhere from 125k to 200k?
I'm sure we can find some good options for you! Feel free to reach out to me via email and we can talk more about it! info@livingintampafl.com
Don’t expose Wesley Chapel to more people 🤣
Absolutely agree! We are FULL! I am a Tampa Native who moved to this area to try to avoid the traffic and overdevelopment. Well, here we go!
My workplace main event entertainment is in Wesley Chapel don’t go after 8 PM though I read the sign after 8 PM though kids have to be accompanied by an adult not here at the Main Event a Lubbock Texas I have a theme park and Enthusiast at Main Event a Orlando Florida At the world strangers Entertainment I drive Orlando that’s the 90s Disney sitcom valley built the Orlando strip without the casino 🎰 there’s some really strange stories at the Main Event Orlando Florida unfortunately remains closed due to safety concerns including the main event in Albuquerque due to safety concerns from COVID-19 download the Main Event app at any main event Wesley Chapel one you let me know Main Event Lubbock Tx and Dallas Texas corporate America I just have an all my things get commercialize with too much Disney Channel and you’re working for corporate America you know if you take out the joyland Lubbock Texas carnival panhandle Back in 2014 2016 is when the nightmare to modern music not the same Anymore started happening enough with the bad let’s go with the good 😌 guys it’s the happiest place on earth
I agree. I can’t stand Westley Chapel.
Living in Florida is there a city called Poinciana by any chance?
There is yes, it’s just south of Orlando.
Valtico is a good area for family?
Yeah it's good for families. Schools are not highly rated compared to some others.
Hyde Park is the best place to live. There are many nice bushes get a sleeping bag so many nice yards. 7am looks like night of the zombies.
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Tampa bay seems to be so unaffordable. Low wages and high rents. Is it worth living there? And how do people make a decent living there?
Not many metro areas over 3 million have low rent. A lot of families have multiple earners, but there are all kinds of jobs. And Florida is very friendly to people starting businesses
@@LivinginTampa thanks. Im thinking of starting a business.
Can you give me your insight on Sun City Ctr and the surrounding area ?
Sun City & Apollo beach are nice, more suburban but plenty of stores to shop & restaurants. Fyi Brandon & Riverview are exploding with development & TRAFFIC.
@@SoaringSpirit1111 thank you, I have 36 maths before I take an early retirement and plan on moving to SCC
Sun city is mostly 55 and up communities and most residents ride golf carts around. Even Walmart has golf cart parking
@@laurafos1 I am looking to purchase my retirement home next year in SCC. I love that community and all they have to offer.
Thanks for your video! My clients are looking for less traffic these days - are you hearing that more and more from folks?
I am a New Yorker my whole life & still live in the city(queens). People say we are not nice here but Its not true... we love new people and immigrants. Why are the Floridians so mean and say mean comments on all podcasts. It’s really turning me off Florida. I want to move outside of New York but it’s annoying when your not wanted. Maybe should try Texas instead of Florida?
Definitely try Texas anymore us born and raise Floridians we don’t like New Yorkers
What about good areas to rental. I work in Tampa looking to move looking for rental with income qualifications that are 2.5x the rent
Brando, 30 minutos with not traffic.
Lol i’m old enough to remember when there was hardly anything in Brandon just a bunch of Cow fields
Please recommend only the areas that YOU, as a local expert, like and prefer!😜
It gets tough just because everyone's situation makes the ideal area completely different for everyone. That being said, I really like the Northern and Central part of Pinellas county and the Keystone/Odessa area.
Hi I was wondering if you know of Any decent rentals around 1050 with qualifications of making 2.5x or below? It seems like after calling around most are 3. Thanks so much
Send me an email and I can get you connected with our rental specialist. info@livingintampafl.com
You deal with rentals? Looking for something around brandon valrico riverview or good part of Tampa 4 of us has to be pet friendly. 3/2
I can connect you with a great rental person. Give me a call (727) 677-5337
or send me an email info@livingintampafl.com
Not many places are pet friendly, rent starts at over $1,300 a month, etc.
Do you handle rental properties
We focus primarily on buying and selling real estate. However, We'd be happy to point you in the right direction!
hi Sam we are planning to move to Tampa do you know what suburbs area were most asian gated community ? thanks
Thanks for watching and commenting! I’d love to help you find a place that you are happy with. Call or email anytime.
info@livingintampafl.com
(727) 677-5337
@@LivinginTampa ok thanks
What if you don’t want a house?
What do you want?
I’m looking for an apartment. I’m 29 just got out of a long term relationship and have no kids or animals. I don’t make very much. My last apartment I was paying 1300 a month. Thank you for responding.
@@CulturalMystique Send me a message via the number in this video description and we can chat.
I'm from there !!!!!!!
which is the ghetto area?
There are some areas with higher crime around USF and in South St Pete. And then there are plenty of dilapidated homes in the Tampa Heights area.
Thanks really helpful
Does someone that likes the Clearwater area have to worry about scientologists?
@@Bryan-un2fz Be well armed!
We have plenty of ghetto areas! There are pockets everywhere and they creep closer and closer to nice areas! Hope you like homeless people and shopping carts and trash because they LOVE it here! They come from up north to “live the dream” It is easy to be homeless here and very lucrative. No snow, lots of busy city areas and dumpsters behind restaurants, the tourist feed them and the police do nothing! Welcome to the Sunshine State. Unless you are EXTREMELY wealthy you will have homeless people encounters on a regular basis. Watch out for the needles! Drugs are a major issue!
@@colleendavis4225 Welcome to Biden's America! Ever wonder why there is no ammunition on the gun-shop shelves?
Most recommended areas to live in Pinellas and Pasco as well as Tampa?
Tampa (proper) is different than Tampa (greater). If you are moving here from another area, you would think of the entire area as Tampa.
Pasco is awful!
This is the problem of you people who do not know Florida you're moving to Florida and you don't know exactly what Floridians know every where he's talking about that is close to the waters and the beaches is the first ones to get hit by the hurricanes is hell
As a Tampa resident, please stop coming here. The locals are being forced out by big money from other states - why rent to someone who's lived here their entire life when you can charge a newyorker 2x what a native could pay?
Hi I am living in carrollwood Tampa living with my sister want to get out on my own want to get an apartment that is not to high I’m price between 600 and 800 is that possible
I would say your best option would be to have a roomate and find a nice 2 bedroom apartment.
You will not find ANYTHING for that price! Not even a studio in the ghetto!
Impossible
Where could a single teacher afford to live, based on teacher pay in Tampa?
I felt sad reading this question! That would be difficult to find. Please email us sometime and we would love to help you search! info@livingintampafl.com
Weeki Wachee home 🏠 Of the little mermaid 🧜♀️ My aunt lives in the area I mean it’s not perfect perfect but at least it’s something fun to enjoy I know it’s a little scary but get some time it’s going to grow are you need to time please give it more time on Elmwood Drive and then number to Sarasota Florida and home 🏠 of the Ringling Brothers museum Number three for the little kids till they get older for retirement Lansbrook Clearwater Florida Tampa Florida
Is Town n Country a great area for a young single professional looking to move to be close to work near the airport?
Town n Country was nice about 30 years ago. It’s pretty run down and a lot of gang problems in the area.
Cutie Patootie.
Brandon traffic is awful so be sure you work from home if you move there.
Yep! This.
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So where are the ghettos areas and section 8 housing to stay away from please tell me
I think town n country is horrible. There is a pocket that I would recommend that is south of Ehrlich Rd and west of N Dale Mabry hwy that is beautifully balanced. S Village Dr cuts through it. Your welcome
You mean Carrollwood? It's also a LOT more expensive than town n country. Not very comparable but yes so much nicer!
What are the chances of seeing a snake 😫
High lol.
Largo is a shady area.
That is a major generalization. Largo is a big area to be considered "shady"
SMH 🤣 definitely not from pinellas county ,
Thanks for watching
Please don’t come here, we’re full.
No where. Overpriced.