Recently, I was looking for 3 bedroom homes available for sale in the Steinbrenner High School District, and there are only 64 homes available for sale now. These Prices start at $109,900 for a small town home and go up to 3.3M in Keystone Acres.

We have seen that there are several cash buyers, and investors that are buying up as many deals as they can get their hands on. Regardless of what you are looking for, you can find every home available for sale, from every real estate office, right here on our website. It’s all “Real-Time” data, meaning we’ll never leave homes that have already been sold, posted up as homes available for sale. So click around, have fun, and leave us a comment, or let me know what you want to see here. We’ll do our best to bring it to you.

When you are Ready for help, just let us know, we’re a phone call or a click away.

Katrina Madewell

Did I mention its was a sunny 84 degrees here today? and its not even Mid January yet.
Katrina

The community is zoned for Pine View Elementary, Pine View Middle School, and Land O Lakes High Schools, all A+ schools in A rated Pasco District.

Community Amenities

• Guest Parking
• Swimming Pool(s)
• Basketball court
• Fitness center
• Recreation Center
• Clubhouse
• Tennis court(s)
• Playground
• Manager on-site
• Track for jogging Walking
• Doggie Park
• Soccer Field
• Racquet Ball
• Member Lounge with pool tables and more
• Restaurant

Lake Padgett Estates East

4533 Savanah Way, FL, Clubhouse # (813) 996-4441, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639 View Map

Lake Padgett Estates East – LPEE is a Great community to live in, play in, raise your kids in, and enjoy! There are MANY community ammenities for just $35 a month here and NO CDD fees built into your taxes! LPEE offers many things to do. Large community pool, recreation center, member lounge, Fitness Room, Restaurant, 9 lighted tennis courts, walking track, Basket ball courts, Playground, swings, 4 Raquet Ball courts, skateboard pivot, volleyball net, BBQ area, soccer field, doggie run, and more!

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON LPEE AMENITIES OR HOMES FOR SALE IN LAKE PADGETT ESTATES EAST, You can call me, Katrina Madewell at (813) 777-1196 here at Charles Rutenberg Realty.

Details

Asking Price:

$75,000 – $400,000

HOA/Maintenance Fees:

35.00

Subdivision:

Lake Padgett Estates East

Community Amenities

- Guest Parking

- Swimming Pool(s)

- Basketball court

- Fitness center

- Recreation Center

- Clubhouse

- Tennis court(s)

- Playground

- Manager on-site

- Track

- Doggie Park

- Soccer Field

- Raquett Ball

- Member Lounge

- Restaurant

Contact Info

Katrina Madewell
Home Consultant

Cell (813) 777-1196
Dir (813) 936-2302
Email | Website

All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Here is a quick walk thru of the member lounge and small view of the other areas mentioned above.

Katrina Madewell Charles Rutenberg Realty (813) 777-1196

May 2012

In Pinellas County, we sold 1,523 Homes / Condos

In Pasco County, we sold 768 homes / condos.

As always if you or someone you know in the Greater Tampa Bay area needs Real Estate Help, or you have mortgage questions, call me, I’m here to help! 813-777-1196

This Hurricane Preparation Checklist should help keep things Super Simple.  (It’s not from our area, but the information is from a good source http://www.hcoem.org).

DISASTER. It strikes anytime, anywhere. It takes many forms — a hurricane, an earthquake, a tornado, a flood, a fire or a hazardous spill, some are natural, some are man-made. It builds over days or weeks, or hits suddenly, without warning. Every year, millions of Americans face disaster, and its terrifying consequences.
The time to prepare is now. Hurricane season is here. Are you ready? Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HCOHSEM) aims to educate people about the hazards of hurricanes, tropical storms, high winds, storm surge and flooding. HCOHSEM reminds residents to:
• Get a kit
• Make a plan
• Stay informed
Preventing the loss of life and minimizing the damage to property from hurricanes are responsibilities that are shared by everyone. Any time you are asked to evacuate, you should do so without delay. It is important for you and your family to have a plan that makes you as safe as possible. Preparedness includes having the supplies on hand to weather any storm. Finally, stay informed.

Before the Storm
General Preparedness through the Season

• Keep your vehicle gas tank above ½ full through the season.
• Test run generators monthly with a load to insure proper working order.
• Consider the purchase of flood insurance, even if outside of a floodplain.
• Have cash on hand in small denominations for year-round preparedness.
• Maintain portable battery powered AM radio.
• Contact 2-1-1 to register if you need transportation assistance to evacuate.

Home Preparedness

• Board up your windows or close storm shutters.
• Trim the trees and shrubs around your home.
• Cleared loose and clogged downspouts and rain gutters.
• Perform a inventory of home contents (electronics, jewelry, appliances, clothing, etc.) and store in safe
• place.
• Take detailed photos(s)/videos(s) of home property and contents (internal and external) and store in safe
• place.
• Secure or remove all items outside your home (grill, hanging plants, potted plants, etc.).
• Tie down small or young trees to prevent uprooting.
• Store all important documents (insurance papers, etc) in a waterproof container and in a secure location.
• Prepare your evacuation kit using the pertinent items in the attached Emergency Essentials Kit checklist.
• Turn off propane tanks.
• Fill the bathtub and other large containers with water for sanitary purposes (cleaning, flushing toilets, etc.)

If you Plan to Evacuate

• • What is your zip code?
  • Are you located in an evacuation area in the evacuation map?
  • Where are you evacuating to?
  • Who is your contact at your destination?
  • What is their contact information?
  • What is your backup evacuation location?
  • Take a copy of all important documents and store in a waterproof container and in a secure location.
  • Top off your vehicle gas tank before hitting the road.

If you Plan to Stay

• Listen to the radio (AM 740 KTRH) or TV for information.
• If you have gas items you need to operate after the storm (generator, chainsaw, etc); fill gas storage container(s).
• Prepare your hurricane kit using the attached Emergency Essentials Kit checklist.

During the Storm

• Listen to the radio (AM 740 KTRH) or TV for information.
• Turn the refrigerator and freezer to its coldest setting and keep its doors closed.
• Avoid using the phone except for emergencies.
• Stay indoors during the storm and away from windows and glass doors.
• Close all interior doors.
• Keep curtains and blinds closed.
• Take refuge in a small interior room, closet, or hallway on the lowest level of your home.
• After the Storm
• If you are Returning from Evacuation
• Return only after the all clear is given for your area.
• Do not venture on to roads until you have been advised they are passable and safe.
• Carefully inspect your home and perform an exterior assessment for safety issues.
• Be on the lookout for downed power lines and avoid if identified.
• If any safety issues are present, do not enter your home (gas smell, flood waters, fire damage, etc.).
• If any safety issues are present, have your home inspected by a qualified building inspector or engineer.
• Watch for and avoid loose animals and poisonous snakes.
• Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning hazards; DO NOT run generators, grills, or other gas operated appliances indoors.

Damage Assessment

• Have a fire extinguisher readily available in the case of a fire.
• Watch for safety hazards (loose boards, slippery floors, broken glass, etc.)
• Carefully check for damage to the roof, foundation, and chimney. If the building looks unstable do not enter.
• Use a stick or other tool to sift through debris.
• Open cabinets cautiously. Beware of objects that can fall off shelves.
• If you smell natural gas, leave the structure and contact your local gas utility company.
• Use a battery powered flashlight to inspect the structure. Do not use oil or gas lanterns or candles inside the structure.
• If structural damage is present, turn off utilities.
• Do not use electrical appliances that have been wet/damaged until checked by a professional.
• Check with local authorities or have well water tested before using any water (could be contaminated).
• Until cleared with authorities or tested, all water should be boiled for 1 minute at a rolling boil to disinfect before drinking.
• Avoid using any toilets until you have checked for sewage or water line damage. If you suspect damage call a
• plumber.
• Service damaged sewage systems as soon as possible as they present serious health hazards (septic tanks, pits, etc.)
• Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are functioning properly.
• If any damage is identified to your home, contact your insurance company to start a claim.
• Photograph and document any damage.
• Throw away any spoiled food items or those that have come in contact with flood waters. When in doubt throw it out!

Print a copy of this emergency essentials list and take it with you to the store.

Food

•  7-day supply of non-perishable food that doesn’t need cooking
•  Hand-operated can opener
•  Plastic plates, cups, utensils

Water

•  1 gallon of drinking water per person per day enough for 5 days

First Aid

•  Red Cross approved first aid kit
•  Backup prescriptions for essential medications

Personal Hygiene

•  Hand sanitizer or disinfectant wipes
•  Toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags
•  Dental care and vision products
•  Travel-size soaps and other beauty supplies
•  Change of clothes, pair of shoes and blanket per person

Clean Air Items

•  Nose and mouth protection masks (N-95 rating)
•  Plastic sheeting
•  Duct tape

Baby Items

•  Formula, bottles, powdered milk
•  Diapers
•  Baby wipes
•  Diaper rash ointment

Lighting

•  Flashlights for each family member with extra batteries
•  Fluorescent lanterns for each common area
•  Waterproof matches or a utility lighter

Communication

•  Portable, battery-powered AM/FM radio
•  NOAA All Hazards Alert Radio
•  Land-line phone with long cord
•  Extra batteries for flashlights, lanterns, radio
•  Extra cell phone battery or car charger
•  Whistle
• Family Safety Items
•  Smoke detector with battery for each floor
•  Carbon monoxide detector with battery backup
•  Fire extinguisher
•  Non-scented bleach for sanitization
•  Sunscreen
•  Insect repellant
•  Shovel and basic tools

Transportation Items

•  State and regional road maps
•  Basic repair items (tools, tire patch kit, engine oil)
•  Emergency Road Safety Triangles
•  Games, books, puzzles

Pet Needs

•  7-day supply of non-perishable pet food and water
•  Cage or pet carrier and leash
•  Pet medications and pet first-aid kit
•  Current photo in case you are separated
•  Cat litter and box
•  Pet bed and toys

Make sure your family has a plan in case of an emergency. Before an emergency happens, sit down together and decide how you will get in contact with each other, where you will go and what you will do in an emergency. Keep a copy of this plan in your emergency supply kit or another safe place where you can access it in the event of a disaster.

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME:

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME:
TELEPHONE:

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING PLACE:
TELEPHONE:

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
TELEPHONE:

OUT-OF-TOWN CONTACT NAME:
TELEPHONE:

NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING PLACE:
TELEPHONE:

OUT-OF-TOWN CONTACT NAME:
TELEPHONE:

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Thought this is was very timely published information by the St Pete Times.

How it works

Here are details on Bank of America’s “Short Sale Relocation Assistance” program:

• To determine eligibility, call a bank short-sale specialist at (877) 459-2852 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. Monday through Friday or Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• The plan excludes loans backed by the Federal Housing Administration, Veterans Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Ginnie Mae. Short sales initiated with offers are excluded.

• The specific amount of the payout will be based on the unpaid principal balance. The payoff assistance can be used to pay off other liens on the properties.

Source: Bank of America

Further Credit to Original Source

Sourced: Mark Puente, Times Staff Writer
In Print: Saturday, October 8, 2011

Bank of America is offering up to $20,000 to select Florida homeowners willing to agree to a short sale instead of entering foreclosure.

To sweeten the deal further, the nation’s largest lender will consider waiving the deficiency on the loan, which allows homeowners to sell the house for less then they owe without having to make up the difference to the bank. It can save homeowners thousands of dollars.

Not every Bank of America customer in Florida will be eligible for the program, which pays a minimum cash incentive of $5,000. It’s targeted toward home­owners who cannot afford their mortgages.

To quality, the short sales must be submitted for bank approval by Nov. 30 and must close by Aug. 31. Sales already under contract are not eligible; neither are properties outside of Florida.

This is a “test-and-learn” program being rolled out only in Florida because of the higher foreclosure rates than other parts of the country, said Christina Beyer Toth, a Tampa-based spokeswoman.

Florida is seen as a viable market to gauge short-sale response when presenting home­owners with relocation assistance, she said. If successful, the plan could expand to other states.

The bank notified select Florida real estate agents this week about the offer.

“It will get a lot of people off the fence about wanting to sell their home,” said Steve Capen of Keller Williams Realty in St. Petersburg. “This makes sense.”

What’s in it for Bank of America? It saves attorney fees, court costs and property taxes by avoiding foreclosure. It also speeds the process of getting bad loans off its books and gets the properties back on the market faster.

Capen, who specializes in short sales, plans to heavily market the offer to clients. But he cautioned that homeowners shouldn’t get overly excited because many of these plans have restrictions.

“It will only help a fraction of the people,” he said.

Homeowners get the cash after the short-sale deal closes. A caveat: Homeowners might have to pay income taxes related to the deficiency waiver and the cash payout.

The cash payouts give home­owners a reason not to trash their homes or strip them bare before moving out. When houses enter foreclosure, home­owners can essentially live for free until banks take possession at the end of the court process, which takes an average of nearly two years in Florida.

Attorney Chris Boss of Yesner & Boss said the deficiency waiver will enable homeowners to buy a house without filing bankruptcy or waiting three years from when foreclosures become final.

“It’s a chance to get away from the house with some money in your pocket,” Boss said. “This is good for the economy.”

Other national lenders started similar programs.

Late last year, JPMorgan Chase began giving homeowners $10,000 to $20,000 and waived losses on the mortgage. The bank still suffers a loss in the process, but generally speaking, sale prices on short-sale homes are higher than foreclosed homes.

Real estate experts and economists have said the housing market cannot fully recover until the millions of distressed mortgages are removed from the system.

Mark Puente can be reached at mpuente@sptimes.com or (727) 893-8459. Follow him at Twitter at twitter.com/markpuente.

Today I enjoyed touring homes with long time clients of mine whos daughter was in town.  Here are the homes that we toured this last weekend.

River Crossing Dr

Dumont Dr

Golf Manor Blvd

Monte Lake Dr

MORE VIDEOS TO COME

Home has all of the upgrades!

• Florida Green-Built Certified Home
• Geo-Thermal Heat & A/C. 
• Central (in-wall) vacuum system.
• Gorgeous dark cherry wood cabinetry with sleek contemporary hardware
• Granite countertops, including Breakfast Nook. 
• Home features a Great Room/Family Room. 
• Formal dining room and Family/Parlor Room.
• ENORMOUS Master Suite with dual granite vanity sinks, shower stall, garden tub, dual walk in closets ONE OF THE BEST FEATURES OF THIS HOUSE, they’ll be no fighting for closet space in this walk around closet!
• 16×32 Lanai-Patio/SUNROOM has glass windows with screen enclosure, overlooking the nature preserve setting. 
• 2.26 acres of land with NO DEED RESTRICTIONS
• Have your cake and eat it too!  Room for Toys, Toys, and more Toys! Dirt bikes, boat, RV, jet skis! 
• Wrought iron gate in front, One side is fenced 6ft privacy wooden fence, back is open to conservation. 
• Pond with fish
• Bonus Media Room is perfect for family entertainment, movie room, and more, already wired for surround sound! 
• Inquire regarding horses, chickens, and other possible live stock, or exotic animals
• Four Car Garage – 2 attached and 2 Detached

Downstairs interior FULL bathroom has access from the attached 2 car garage. 2 car garage attached to home has been insulated & ducted for heat/air and is “heated living space”. There is also a separate detached 2 car garage on property. 16×32 Lanai-Patio/SUNROOM has glass windows with screen enclosure, the perfect place to have breakfast and overlook the nature preserve setting.  Large 2.26 acre parcel of land with NO DEED RESTRICTIONS, so you can have your boat, RV, and all of toys!  Plenty of room to roam and play!  The front of the home features a wrought iron gate, pond, 1 side is fenced with 6ft privacy wooden fence, back is open to conservation.  YOU MUST SEE THIS GREEN CERTIFIED HOME TO APPRECIATE IT!

CERTIFIED “GREEN” HOME ON 2.26 ACRES OF PRIVATE LAND

16126 LIVINGSTON AVE, LUTZ, FL 33559 View Map

Amazing NEVER-LIVED-IN RETREAT in the middle of nature! Home just built in 2010 & has been strategically placed in the back of the property surrounded by conservation, Mature Oak Trees, fruit trees, palm trees, & landscaping. 10 minutes to USF & Freeway. GREEN CERTIFIED(awaiting official Tallahassee approval) Home has all of the upgrades! Geo-Thermal Heat & A/C. Central (in-wall) vacuum system. Gorgeous dark cherry wood cabinetry with sleek contemporary hardware, granite counter-tops, including Breakfast Nook. Home features a Great Room/Family Room, formal dining room and Family/Parlor Room. Upstairs features an ENORMOUS Master Suite with dual granite vanity sinks, shower stall, garden tub dual walk in closets. Bonus Media Room is perfect for family entertainment, already wired for surround sound! Downstairs interior FULL bathroom has access from the attached 2 car garage. 2 car garage attached to home has been insulated & ducted for heat/air and is “heated living space”. There is also a separate detached 2 car garage on property. 16×32 Lanai-Patio/SUNROOM has glass windows with screen enclosure, the perfect place to have breakfast and overlook the nature preserve setting. Large 2.26 acre parcel of land with NO DEED RESTRICTIONS, so you can have your boat, RV, and all of toys! Plenty of room to roam and play! The front of the home features a wrought iron gate, pond, 1 side is fenced with 6ft privacy wooden fence, back is open to conservation. YOU MUST SEE THIS GREEN CERTIFIED HOME TO APPRECIATE IT!!!

Details

Asking Price:

749,000

MLS:

T2438043

Sq. Feet:

3323

Lot Size:

2.63 ACRES

Bedrooms:

5

Bathrooms:

3

# of Floors:

2

Garage Size:

4

Subdivision:

PRIVATE LAND non subdivision

Year Built:

2010

Contact Info

Katrina Madewell
Home Consultant

Cell (813) 777-1196
Dir (813) 936-2302
Email | Website

All information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Videos of This Home

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Video #1 (not listed here), shows the entry, front, driving to the house.

Katrina Madewell – Charles Rutenberg Realty
813-777-1196

Want more information?
Have Questions?
Looking for a personal tour, or a different home in Lutz?

I can help!
…..Just call or email me.

This is a very tight, sub community of Tampa, with that small town feel of where one neighbor knows the other. It’s a great place to raise a family, retire, or merely enjoy and everyday active lifestyle! This community is in the heart of South Tampa, with all of the public schools being rated a (hard to come by) “10″ from GreatSchools.net.

Beach Park Isles is zoned for: Mabry Elementary, Coleman Middle, and Plant High, all public schools, get a SOLID 10, and A RATING across the board. We have many A rated elementary schools, but as you higher, into high school years that A rating – solid 10, is just one of a few Public High schools in Hillsborough County. So good that, even former NFL head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tony Dungy’s kids attended this public school. Since he’s an Avila Resident, most joke and say “That’s because Steinbrenner High School wasn’t built yet!”

• Currently there are just 2 homes for sale in Beach Park Isles, with the prices ranging from $475,000 – $975,000. However recent comps (sold homes) support values in excess of $1.2M

Some nifty little census stats on this suburban Neighborhood of Tampa from Wikipedia:

There were 74 households out of which 38% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 74% were married couples living together, 6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 0% were non-families. 20% of all households were made up of individuals.

In the neighborhood the population was spread out with 26% under the age of 18, 10% from 18 to 34, 27% from 35 to 49, 24% from 50 to 64, and 22% who were 65 years of age or older. For every 100 females there were 101 males.

The per capita income for the neighborhood was $76,222. About 1% of the population were below the poverty line, 0% of those under age 18 and 60% of those age 65 or over.

• To get more information on Beach Park Isles Homes for sale in Tampa, you can contact me, Katrina Madewell from Charles Rutenberg Realty at (813) 777-1196. I can also give you some secret information on homes available for sale, at a great price, especially for Beach Park Isles, that aren’t even on the market, they are not found on the local MLS, but may be purchased by someone desiring to live in Beach Park Isles. These are truly amazing homes with that South Tampa Flair, and a Modern yet traditional South Tampa Home.

Here is one of the 2 Beach Park Isle Tampa Homes for Sale:
Video Walk Thrus (you’ll love these):

Video #2

Nearby Swann Circle Park: