Suburban
Communities
Tampa Bay suburban communities span the spectrum of
desirable attributes including seclusion, natural beauty and serenity, large properties
with room for children, pets and horses. Some homes are within planned communities
while others feature acres of conservation land and lakes. You're sure to find a
beauty that you can call your own, far from the bustle of the city but convenient to the
attractions you treasure! All these neighborhoods are located in Hillsborough
County.
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| Avila  Located in the northern "lake region" of Hillsborough
County, Avila is one of Tampa's most prestigious residential havens. Avila is a very
secluded retreat -- the private country club and homes are all within the 24 hour manned
gates. Avila's golf course is one of the most exclusive in the area.
In an effort to maintain the highest of standards, all new
construction must first be approved by a special committee comprised of fellow property
owners. This uncompromised philosophy of the developer and residents is evident
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Many of the
houses in Avila can be described as palatial. All boast expansive grounds, each custom
designed with architectural styles as varied as the whims of their owners.
Price range: $450,000 to $8,000,000
Zip code: 33613
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| Brandon Over the years this unincorporated town, abounding with southern
charm and strong tradition, has experienced tremendous expansion. The Crosstown Expressway
significantly enhances Brandon's accessibility to downtown Tampa. Now boasting its own
regional shopping mall, this once isolated rural community continues to mature into a
favorite suburban refuge for many old and new Hillsborough County residents. |
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| Gently rolling
land, spacious green pastures, massive oaks, the many creeks, lakes and rivers provide for
fine homesites. Planned golf course communities and private country estates add to
the variety of residential opportunities. Brandon has intense civic pride, excellent
schools and much more to recommend it for family living.
Price range: $100,000 to $600,000
Zip codes: 33510, 33511
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| Brookside Brookside
will bring the look of Southern Living to Wesley Chapel. Choose from
stately Georgian brick, Federalist, Greek revival, Victorian and
Plantation styles. |
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Amenities include walking paths, parks, lakes and
ponds complemented by fountains and gazebos. A 2000 foot long, 8
foot high brick wall surrounds the gated community. while an English brick
bridge guides visitors through Brookside's welcoming canopy of southern
oaks.
(Directions: I-75 North, SR54 East;
just past Saddlebrook on South of highway.) Price range: $150,000 to
$2,000,000
Zip code: 33543 |
| Carrollwood One of Tampa's most popular communities lies well to the north of
the Tampa Stadium along Dale Mabry Highway. It is situated in an exclusive region around
beautiful Lake Carroll. |
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| Carrollwood was the first major
development to be built in the northern part of Tampa. Because of its age, Carrollwood
enjoys mature landscaping and a strong sense of neighborhood. Strict quality control
policies are enforced.
Price range: $150,000 to $600,000
Zip code: 33614
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| Cheval Near the northern termination of the Veteran's Expressway lies the
24-hour manned gatehouse entrance of this country club address. Encompassing 1,748 acres,
this planned development includes a full spectrum of homestyles and recreational
amenities. |
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and townhouses to executive homes and custom estates, these villages offer a diverse
selection of residences in a variety of price ranges. |
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| Cheval also boasts an impressive
list of recreational pursuits which includes two 18-hole golf courses, a 45-acre
equestrian and polo complex, a health and tennis center with 9 Har-Tru courts, a private
gourmet restaurant and an elegant clubhouse. Home to the Tournament Players Club Of Tampa
Bay, this community brings a whole new level of golf to the area.
Price range: $200,000 to $2,000,000
Zip code: 33549
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| Fish
Hawk Trails Beyond a handsome entrance
and the sparkling copper roof of its gate house, amid protected wildlife and natural
landscaping that includes ferns, wild flowers, stately oaks and towering pines, lies this
master-planned community. |
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Unique
custom-built homes, each reflecting the individuality of the homeowner, are featured along
with generously-sized homesites that range from one-half to over one acre. |
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| The heavily-wooded 455-acre site
is being developed by the partnership of Shimberg Cross Company and TECO Properties.
Beside 200 acres of environmentally protected land, this neighborhood is also
well-positioned within minutes of churches, schools, hospitals, and the Brandon TownCenter
mall. Amenities include a playground, picnic pavilion, numerous ponds and six miles of
paved nature trails.
Price range: $100,000 to $800,000
Zip code: 33547
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| Heritage
Harbor Located in the north Carrollwood
area, this is one of Tampa's newest master-planned communities. |
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| Residents can enjoy
a complete array of activities which range from golf, tennis and fishing to basketball,
volleyball and rollerblading. Facilities include a tot lot, play pool, game arcade, lap
pool, a resort pool with water slide, a complete indoor gym and full country club
amenities.
Price range: $150,000 to $600,000
Zip code: 33624
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| Many lakes dot
the northern region of Hillsborough County. Charming neighborhoods have been developed
which blend into the surrounding woodlands. Prominent homes, as well as country retreats
on vast waterfront lots, sparsely populate this serene, natural setting. Some residents
take advantage of the rural atmosphere, maintaining stables and paddock areas. Water
skiing is popular on the larger, freshwater bodies, while smaller lakes, reserved for
solitude, prohibit power boats. With a variety of architectural styles, from contemporary
townhouses to traditional style homes, The Lake Region is a peaceful haven, offering a
delightful alternative to the bustle of hectic city life.
Price range: $150,000 to $2,000,000
Zip code: 33625
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River Hills is
much more than beautiful homes in a gated community. It’s a way of life. It’s a
small-town environment full of outstanding amenities where you can raise a family, make
lifelong friends and enjoy the life you’ve made for yourself. |
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| Because
it’s an everything community, there are neighborhood BBQs, children at play, golf
outings and social events at the Country Club. A wide variety of home styles await you in
River Hills.
Price range: $150,000 to $900,000
Zip code: 33594
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| Situated on 114 acres of naturally beautiful
land is a planned residential community secluded from the hurried pace of life -- one of
Tampa Bay's newest developments. Surrounded on all sides by water, conservation land
or beautiful trees, the community's natural buffer to the outside world helps preserve the
serenity within its secure gates. |
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| Only 48 home sites are offered,
with choice lots of one, two and three or more acres. Located immediately to the
south of Stillwater is a 900 acre land preserve, designated never to be developed. To ensure that the vision of Stillwater is realized, its founders
have created a framework that will provide long-term assurance of the faithful completion
of the community. Through the use of Architectural Guidelines and careful site design,
future homes will be built according to sound architectural principles promoting
consistency, yet allowing room for individuality. Price range:
$300,000 to $3,000,000
Zip code: 33624, 33625 |
| Temple
Terrace Northeast of Tampa proper is the
incorporated community of Temple Terrace. Developed during the Florida boom of the 1920's,
the neighborhoods boast many of the large Mediterranean homes characteristic of the era.
One feature of the community is its own private golf club with an A.A.U swimming pool.
Temple Terrace has three elementary schools, a junior high and its own public library. Price range:
$150,000 to $600,000
Zip code: 33617 |
| The
Eagles Endowed with 29 private lakes and
numerous acres of hardwood hammock, this contemporary neighborhood is one of Tampa's many
planned residential communities. Golf courses and the Eagles Golf and Country Club serve
as appointments to the wide selection of housing which includes custom executive homes,
two-story townhouses and single-level villas. Price range:
$150,000 to $450,000
Zip code: 33612 |
| Westchase Known for its exceptional land planning and strong environmental
programs, Westchase has become a blueprint for communities of the future. Encompassing
hundreds of acres of nature preserves, lakes and an 18-hole championship golf course,
Westchase features homes complemented by parks, playing fields, school sites and nature
trails. A variety of family activities are available at Glencliff Park, the community swim
and tennis recreational center and the traditional golf clubhouse. |
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A diverse
selection of residences and a range of prices are offered within distinctive villages that
include single family homes, estate homes and golf course villas. Residents also have the
option of using the natural gas and reclaimed water programs which protect and preserve
natural resources.
Price range: $200,000 to $600,000
Zip code: 33626
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| Don & Carol Harding,
Tampa Bay's Artful Realtors, know many factors that make suburban living attractive --
natural beauty and seclusion with room for pets and children to roam are hallmarks of many
neighborhoods -- perhaps the one with your perfect place to live! Call today to gain
the advantage of having experienced professionals assist you in your relocation to Tampa
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