Brandon Florida Real Estate

Below are the stats for properties that SOLD and closed in June & July for Hillsborough County:

June 2007
# of single family homes SOLD = 895
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $321,436
Median price for SFR = $250,000
Average Days On Market = 133

# of condos SOLD = 256
Avg SOLD price for condos = $218,754
Median price for condos = $186,095
Average Days On Market = 249

June 2008
# of single family homes SOLD = 807
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $253,631
Median price for SFR = $208,000
Average Days On Market = 149

# of condos SOLD = 129
Avg SOLD price for condos = $171,319
Median price for condos = $139,000
Average Days On Market = 224

July 2007
# of single family homes SOLD = 835
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $322,177
Median price for SFR = $245,000
Average Days On Market = 125

# of condos SOLD = 215
Avg SOLD price for condos = $211,305
Median price for condos = $170,740
Average Days On Market = 235

July 2008
# of single family homes SOLD = 785
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $260,455
Median price for SFR = $208,500
Average Days On Market = 147

# of condos SOLD = 108
Avg SOLD price for condos = $164,947
Median price for condos = $129,000
Average Days On Market = 245

As of today, there are:  9,495 SFR Active on the market and 2,355 Condos Active on the market for sale.

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*Information is deemed to be accurate, but is not guaranteed.

Below are the stats for properties that SOLD and closed in June & July for Manatee County:

June 2007
# of single family homes SOLD = 404
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $372,744
Median price for SFR = $297,500
Average Days On Market = 120

# of condos SOLD = 38
Avg SOLD price for condos = $264,893
Median price for condos = $212,500
Average Days On Market = 200

June 2008
# of single family homes SOLD = 397
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $307,825
Median price for SFR = $249,900
Average Days On Market = 126

# of condos SOLD = 52
Avg SOLD price for condos = $275,308
Median price for condos = $160,000
Average Days On Market = 145

July 2007
# of single family homes SOLD = 302
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $372,769
Median price for SFR = $298,500
Average Days On Market = 119

# of condos SOLD = 49
Avg SOLD price for condos = $231,663
Median price for condos = $181,000
Average Days On Market = 135

July 2008
# of single family homes SOLD = 249
Avg SOLD price for SFR = $289,984
Median price for SFR = $250,000
Average Days On Market = 137

# of condos SOLD = 47
Avg SOLD price for condos = $242,140
Median price for condos = $170,000
Average Days On Market = 228

As of today, there are:  4,360 SFR Active on the market and 1,408 Condos Active on the market for sale.

To check previous months stats, click here.

*Information is deemed to be accurate, but is not guaranteed.

In the September-October issue of Where To Retire, Bradenton/Sarasota was named one of eight best places to retire.

Other cities also named were: 

• Ocala, FL
• Phoenix, AZ
• San Diego, CA 
• Myrtle Beach, SC
• St. George, Utah
• Santa Fe, NM
• Brevard, NC

With so much to do here, this is a great place for people to retire.  Miles and miles of gulf coast beaches, golfing, museums, boating, fishing, theaters, shopping and more!  It's all located here in Bradenton!

In the March Issue of Art Calendar magazine, Bradenton was also named one of the top cities in the country for artists, because of the Village of The Arts.

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Just a few miles around the corner from where I live in Riverview is what was to be known as Triple Creek.  Triple Creek is located near the intersection of Big Bend Rd and Balm Riverview Rd.

Triple Creek was supposed to be a large gated community of over 2,000 homes & townhomes ranging in size from 1,500 to 4,000 sq ft.  Planned community amenities included a town center and a 6,000 sq ft clubhouse.

Triple Creek is located next to Balm-Boyette Scrub Nature Preserve. The 5,000-acre preserve features 21.5 miles of hiking and biking trails.

Sounds like a great community, eh?  Well....this is what it looks like today....

It appears as if they have abandoned the entire project as of now.  Trees are tipped over into the road, weeds and brush are overgrown onto the sidewalks and medians.  Weeds are about waist high around the concrete block homes they started, but never finished.  There are a few homes that were built and look like they were completed or are nearly completed, that were probably going to be the models.  Some of the windows have been broken out of the homes, so who knows what type of damage or vandalism has been done to the inside of the homes.

It's a shame this community is now a ghost town.  Abandoned.  Not a single construction worker, car or truck in the subdivision.  Hopefully, they will be able to get moving on this project again soon!

The Promenade At Riverwalk is offering a great deal that some people won't be able to pass up!  What is it?  How about living there for three years practically free?

The Promenade At Riverwalk is offering a fantastic deal to any buyers that can secure a loan with 20% down and are able to pay for all closing costs associated with the mortgage.  So what do you get in return?  They will pay your mortgage payment, taxes and association fees for three years.  Yes you read that correctly...they will pay your mortgage payment, taxes and association fees for three years!!!

Condos currently range from $360,000 to $700,000.  There are about 47 units left for sale.  They have 9 different floor plans available and units range in size from 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom and 1,414 sq ft up to 3 bedroom, 3 bathrooms and 1,883 sq ft.

Amenities they offer are:

• Pool & Spa
• Basketball Courts
• Tennis Courts
• Fitness Center
• Waterfront Park
• Restricted Access
• Private Terrace with every residence
• Theater room
• Club room

*Photo is from PromenadeAtRiverwalk.com

Riverview will soon be growing even more!  A lot more shopping, office space, a theater and 2 hotels will soon be added to the landscape of Riverview! 

What will be known as SouthShore Commons is due to break ground within the next few months.  When fully completed, SouthShore Commons will be a "1.6-million-square-foot project that will include more than 1 million square feet of retail and dining space, 490,000 square feet of office, a 16-screen theater, and 250 hotel rooms within 2 hotels. The retail portion of the project will include department store anchors, several national big-box tenants and junior anchors, dozens of specialty retailers and a variety of dining options that include both casual and upscale restaurants."  It will also have 7,000 parking spaces.

SouthShore Commons will be located at Big Bend Rd near I-75 close to Covington Park.  So it will have quick and easy access to get to from the interstate.

*Photo from Equity, INC.

Moss Landing is a gated community located off the beaten path on the outskirts of Riverview.  Secluded from the hustle and bustle of the busy roads, yet just a short drive to I-75 and I-4.  Moss Landing is within a short drive to Brandon, Tampa, restaurants and shopping.

Moss Landing consists of 310 single family residences surrounded by old beautiful trees and preserves.   

There are currently 2 builders building in Moss Landing.  KB homes and Adams Homes.

Single family homes range in size from 1,277 to 3,508 sq ft.

Moss Landing is located in Riverview off Balm Riverview Rd.  Take I-75 to Exit 250, head East on Gibsonton-Boyette Road. Turn right at Balm Riverview Road, Moss Landing is 1 mile on the right.

I took my first drive through this community a couple days ago and I was pretty impressed.  It's a beautiful community.  You are welcomed into the community via a long winding road lined with lush tropical trees, greenery and rock waterfalls. 

Valenica Lakes is a resort syle community for adults, which means there are age restrictions.  They are currently in the process of building a 27,000 sq ft club house.  They will also have plenty of other amenities when completed.

• complete fitness center
• resort pool
• resistance pool
• pool area spa
• cabana bath
• aerobics studio
• art studio and gallery
• wine bar
• social hall with raised stage and dance floor
• gaming room
• multi-purpose room
• internet cafe
• locker facilities with steam
• saunas
• evaluation rooms
• 6 Har-Tru tennis courts with shade pavilions
• Pickle ball and bocce ball courts
• Half court basketball
• Grandchildren's tot lot
• Horseshoes play area
• Community gardens
• Dog park with agility training
• RV and boat parking
• recreational paths
• wide variety of clubs
• concerts

One thing I noticed was that all of the homes have tile roofs and brick paved driveways. 

You can select from villas or single family style homes.

Valencia Lakes is located in Wimauma off Hwy 301 just a couple miles north of CR 674 and just a short drive to Sun City Center, a brand new Super Wal-Mart, restaurants, hospital, doctors offices, pharmacies, grocery stores, shopping and banks.

I found a commercial on YouTube and several other short videos that walk you through the model homes.  Feel free to watch them!

The prices are lower now than mentioned in this video.  Their website as of today says the villas start at $159,900.  Prices are subject to change at any given time though.