August Newsletter 2019
Published August 2019 AUGUST 2019/VOL 1/ISSUE 10 TAMPA BAY INSIDER FEATURES, TRENDS, AND EVENTS FROM: --> Where to Dine in Tampa Bay A growing community of foodies demand new places to get their cravings fulfilled. We have compiled this comprehensive list of what's new in your neighborhood. In this edition you will also see links to some of the restaurant hidden gems, best brunch spots, and kid-friendly places to dine. Bon Appetit!The Heights:King State Owners and former bandmates Tim McTague and Nate Young wanted to expand their cult coffee brand into a fast-casual joint offering up craft brews and bites. Young's sister, Carolyn, will head up the food program. Her mission is to serve up healthier spins on southern recipes. So come with an appetite. The pair will be pouring 16 taps, 10 of which are their own, with the help of friend and head brewer Aric Parker. A selection of wines will also be sold by the glass. The cafe is adding some serious finesse to their service — whenever your drink order is ready an alarm goes off and the pendulum lights over the King State bar begin swinging back and forth. Your Instagram feed is about to get much cooler. Their signature coffee blends are also available and will keep Tampa Heights buzzing throughout the day and well into the evening. Westshore District: Salt Shack on the BayNestled on Rattlesnake Point just off the Gandy Bridge in South Tampa lies the Salt Shack: a rustic-refined beach getaway featuring fresh seafood, seasonal cuisine and tropical cocktails. Visitors are welcome near and far, by boat or by car, to one of Tampa’s last outposts, a hidden gem, if you may.Craig’s Take:I had the pleasure of experiencing this restaurant last weekend. The ambiance and views are second to none. The food is good. They do not take reservations and you can expect long waits during the peak times. There is a large bar area along the water where you can enjoy your favorite beverage while you wait. St. Pete:The Bier BoutiqueThe Bier Boutique has packed up and moved after five years of operations in Key West, to St. Pete’s historic uptown district. The Bier Boutique will offer Midwest bites and an extensive selection of craft brews. You can look forward to dishes like beer candied bacon, wings, burgers and a selection of salads. Clearwater:Poke 88All the rage right now are Poke bowls. They seem to be popping up everywhere as a healthy choice. If you haven’t tried them yet, stop in to Poke 88 in Clearwater Beach. Poke is a raw fish salad served as an appetizer, and sometimes as an entree in Hawaii. At Poke Sushi Bowl, they combine all the ingredients of a delicious sushi roll into an easy, tasty, healthy and fresh bowl. You could build your own bowl with the favor or choose from one of our signature poke bowls.Dunedin:Fusion Street EateryFusion Street Eatery was created with purpose, passion, dedication and love. We strive to give our customers the best food, service, and experience possible. We created an inviting and home-like atmosphere to make you feel warm and comfortable. When you step through our door you are instantly a part of our family! We are excited to be able to create long-lasting friendships as we prepare meals for you made fresh and with love. Kid Friendly:Need a place to brings the whole family? Look no further, click here to find out more.Tampa Brunch Guide:Hungry for Tampa's best Brunch? Click here to read more.Hidden Gems Restaurant Guide:Tired of the same places? Click here to find the under the radar restaurants you don't want to miss. --> WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH: CLICK EVENT FOR DETAILS 8/2-8/4: Comicon-Tampa convention center-various times 8/3-Back to School Bash and Rollerskating Party-Curtis Hixon Park-11 am-10 pm 8/16 Bolts Brew Fest-Amalie Arena-7 pm 8/17-Tampa Bay Rays vs Detroit Tigers-Adames Bobblehead Night-Tropicana Field-6:10 pm 8/30-8/31-Tampa Bay Strength and Fitness Expo-Tampa Convention center-various times 8/31 Summer of Rum Festival-Julian B Lane Waterfront Park-12-11 pm --> The Tower Boomin Tampa It seems like everywhere you turn right now there is a new tower being built. Tampa is growing upwards and towers are booming all around the Bay. Bayshore Tower: After more than a decade with no new condo towers, Tampa's Bayshore Boulevard area could soon be flush with them. A Naples-based developer today unveiled plans for Altura Bayshore, a 22-story tower at Bayshore and Bay to Bay boulevards. That brings to four the number of condo towers announced in the past few years for one of the city's prime waterfront areas. "It's really exciting to see everything happening in Tampa,'' said Anthony Solomon, owner of Ronto Group. "It has great energy to it now and we think it's a great time to be here.''Click here to read more.Craig’s Take:The trend continues to move toward condo developers catering to wealthy buyers. These buyers are looking to dump their single family homes for luxury condos in order to enjoy maintenance free-living, incredible views, first-class amenities, and the walkable lifestyle. Today’s world is becoming more and more demanding and people, especially the wealthy, are always looking for ways to save time and simplify their lives. Purchasing a condo such as Altura will allow the buyer freedom from managing all the vendors necessary to maintain a large single family home. It will also allow them to enjoy amenities on site like a fitness center, spa, putting green and concierge services. On top of the trend in the wealthy and beyond is to use their cars less and less and instead enjoy the walkable lifestyle combined with alternative transportation options. I believe this trend is only going to continue here in the Tampa Bay market Bayshore hasn’t seen a new high rise built since 2007. In the past three years, we have now seen four different high rises on Bayshore Blvd either break ground or begin sales. Aquatica is a 16-story tower with 31 units. The Sanctuary is a 17-story luxury tower offering only 15 residences--one per floor. The Virage is a 25-story luxury tower offering 71 units. Altura (referenced above) is a 22-story tower with 73 units. The total number of new condo inventory going up on Bayshore will be 190. I believe if economic factors remain the same, the current demand will be more than adequate for this supply. Water Street Tower: Water Street Tampa, the $3 billion development that is poised to transform downtown Tampa over the next decade, is experiencing a flurry of activity in its planned hotel, office and retail space.The 20-story tower at 1001 Water St. becomes the first dedicated office structure to go vertical in the city’s central business district since 1992, the year the 42-story 100 N. Tampa St. skyscraper and the 36-story SunTrust Financial Centre were completed. Together, those two buildings comprise nearly 1.1 million square feet. SPP says the new 380,000-square-foot building, which is being constructed adjacent to the $152 million University of South Florida’s Morsani College of Medicine from a Cookfox Architects’ design, will be completed in summer 2021. Click here to read more.Craig’s Take:The first Water Street office building tower has officially broken ground. This marks the first office building to go vertical in the city’s central business district since 1992, the year Tampa’s most notorious office building went up. The 36-story SunTrust Financial Centre, “The SunTrust Building”, is notorious for being lit at night with colors changing to complement on-going events or seasons.At the same time, Strategic Property Partners unveiled Publix Super Markets’ organic line Greenwise Market for Water Street Tampa. This grocery story will be located at the bottom of 815 Water Street, a twin towered apartment building located across the street from The Towers of Channelside. Greenwise is slated to open in 2021. Upon the completion, Greenwise will be the second grocery store to be added to the Channelside Side District. This will be a major game changer for the residents and visitors. Channelside Tower: The developers of Riverwalk Place have stopped taking reservations for condos in the 50-plus story tower planned for the downtown riverfront. A statement Friday attributed only to "Riverwalk Place'' indicated the halt was temporary and did not stem from any major problems with the project. "Now that the tower will be all residential, the designers are updating floorplans,'' the statement said. "Once complete, buyers can reserve those updated plans. We continue to market the project, and potential buyers have always been welcome to visit the sales center to learn all they wish.Click here to read more.Craig’s Take:As, mentioned in a previous newsletter, the developer of Riverwalk Place decided to change the original design which was a mixed-used building comprised of residential condos, offices, retail and restaurants at the bottom. The office space will be scrapped for additional residential condos due to the demand. The halt to taking new reservations was simply due to the developer needing time to work with the architect to make the necessary changes. Once the changes are complete, I believe they will begin taking reservations again. This project will the tallest residential tower on the West Coast of Florida surpassing the 41-story One St. Petersburg completed late last year. Riverwalk Place will be an anchor building for downtown Tampa. If this building is completed as planned, it will be a game changer to the downtown Highrise Condo Market for decades to come.Downtown Tampa Tower:The developers of the new Virage condo tower on Bayshore Boulevard are planning an even bigger project in the heart of downtown Tampa. The 80-unit Arris is expected to rise at the corner of Ashley Drive and Twiggs Street on what is now a surface parking lot. At 34 stories, it would be among the tallest condo towers in the Tampa Bay area. "Downtown Tampa has a new level of excitement and vibrancy that people across the country are noticing,'' Jay Tallman, president of Ascentia Development Group, said in a release. "Arris Tampa will be a beautiful architectural statement that adds to the downtown skyline, and residents will have world-class art, restaurants and entertainment just steps from their front door.''Click here to read more.Craig’s Take:Units will range from 1,100 to 3,700 square feet and will be priced from $600,000 to more than $2 million. This will be the first downtown high-rise condo being built since the 32-story Skypoint was built in 2007. The major difference between Skypoint and Arris is the size of the condos. The condos at Skypoint are very small in comparison. The condos at Skypoint range from 589 to 1,329 square feet with the average being around 827 square feet. Upon competition, Arris will become the tallest high-rise in downtown and the second tallest in Tampa beyond the 35-story Eleve located in the Channelside District. Eleve is expected to break ground this year and be completed in 2021.The plan is for Arris to break ground early next year. The building will most likely be finished within 2.5 years of the groundbreaking date. --> Real EstateMarket Watch The Federal Open Market Committee has cut interest rates by a quarter percent, its first cut since December of 2008. Lower mortgage rates, higher wages and more homes for sale have helped counteract rising home prices, and ultimately, made it so that buyers are able to afford more than last year. The housing market will be stronger for the rest of 2019.“This continued decline in mortgage rates and our upwardly revised view on house price growth have led us to increase our forecast for single-family mortgage originations for the remainder of the year,” Fannie Mae said. “We now expect total originations to rise 7% from 2018 to $1.75 trillion, and we expect refinances to account for 32% of total mortgage originations in 2019, up from 29% in 2018.”To read more click here: --> Tampa'sFlood Maps Did you know there’s more to flooding designation than Flood Zones? There are around 4,000 redline properties in Tampa. Many of them are not in a FEMA flood zone. The city of Tampa determines redline status based on decades and decades of flooding complaints from property owners, there is not a standardized method for categorizing properties. Input is also taken from workers in the department. To see if your property or a property you are considering buying has been redlined, click here.To read more click here. --> 8 BrilliantHome-Decorating Hacksfor People Who Don't HaveTime or Money to Decorate Every home needs a pop of color—and one of the quickest ways to achieve that is with throw pillows on your bed or couch. But have you looked at the prices for throw pillows lately? Insane. "Combat this by only replacing the throw pillow covers," says Patti Mapes, owner of Renovating Mapleson Manor, an online blog that offers home decor tutorials. Budget-friendly covers are available online for $5 to $20. Or, hey, make your own! If you have a sewing machine—or fabric glue—you can knock out a new pillow cover in no time. You'll need two pieces of fabric that are the same size as your pillow insert. Then simply sew or glue the inside-out fabric with a half-inch seam allowance. Make sure to leave a 10-inch opening at the bottom. From there, flip the fabric right-side out, insert your pillow, and sew the opening shut. Fun!Click here to read all 8 tips. --> Tampa Bay FeaturedJUST SOLDLuxury Listing It would appear that former Detroit Red Wings star and Tampa Bay Lightning General Manager Steve Yzerman is officially packing up for Michigan. The hockey legend recently took the GM job with the Red Wings and also put his Bayshore Boulevard condo on the market for $1.695 million.Located in the Bellamy tower, this 3,316-square-foot unit comes with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. It also features a study and two covered terraces, Restoration Hardware lighting, a chef's kitchen with new Wolf/Sub-Zero appliances, and of course, a killer view of Hillsborough Bay. The building itself sports a concierge, a pool and spa, a fitness center, a theater, a library, and a wine cellar. --> Tampa Bay FeaturedLuxury Listing In the heart of historic Beach Park sets Casa Bonfoey, one of the first homes built in the neighborhood. Casa Bonfoey was named after the architect, Bayard Clayton Bonfoey, who designed the original structure in 1925. Bonfoey and his partner, Leo Elliot, are known for creating many of Tampa’s early landmarks. Together, the team designed the Tampa YMCA in 1909, Centro Asturiano in 1914, and Tampa City Hall in 1915. Their Spanish influenced designs earned them many international design awards.In 2017, the home went into foreclosure and was purchased by business partners in October 2018 for $950,000. Since that time this estate has been thoughtfully restored to its original Spanish-Mediterranean grandeur. Situated on .57 acres, the spacious 6,833 sq ft home features 5 bedrooms, 5 and 1/2 bathrooms, and over 2,500 sq ft of outdoor lanai and balcony spaces. Beyond the ornate gated entry is a large circular driveway with a 10 ft. tall fountain at the center, setting the stage for the opulence inside the custom wrought iron entry doors. At over 800 sq ft, the family room with 12 ft. high ceilings is flooded with natural light shining through a wall of French doors. Juxtaposed is the separate formal living room, warm and inviting with a fireplace. What once was the original kitchen now serves as the butler’s pantry and connects the formal dining room to the gourmet kitchen which spans over 40 feet. The first floor is completed by a 700-bottle wine cellar and the in-law suite that could double as an impressive office overlooking the front lawn and fountain. With nearly 1,000 sq ft and features like a gas fireplace, wet bar, beverage fridge, and a 180 sq ft master closet with attached laundry room, you’ll never want to leave the master suite. The spa-like master bathroom features a glass-walled double shower overlooking a massive soaking tub with a Waterworks crystal faucet that will make you feel like royalty. This home truly needs to be seen in person to appreciate the level of detail and beauty. Call me to schedule your private viewing today. --> GET TO KNOW CRAIG KINCHELOE-CLICK HERESEARCH THE LATEST HOMES FOR SALE FROM YOUR MOBILE DEVICE-CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APPKNOW SOMEONE WHO IS CONSIDERING BUYING OR SELLING-SEND THEM THIS LINK TO SCHEDULE A STRATEGY SESSION WITH CRAIG Copyright (C) 2024. The Kincheloe Group. All rights reserved.Our mailing address is:The Kincheloe Group711 S. 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July Newsletter 2019
Published July 2019 JULY 2019/VOL 1/ISSUE 9 TAMPA BAY INSIDER --> Where to Watch Fireworks in Tampa Bay This 4th of July Living in Tampa Bay during the 4th of July is all about where to celebrate and watch the fireworks! There are so many choices and locations. We have compiled a list of some of the BEST 4th of July festivities around the bay.1. CLEARWATER-The city of Clearwater celebrates Independence Day with the largest fireworks show in the Tampa Bay area. The event takes place at Coachman Park, and the gates open at 6 p.m. Along with performances by the Coachman Park Pops Orchestra, you can enjoy an afternoon of food, drinks, local vendors, and family-friendly activities before the firework show starts between 9 and 9:30 p.m.2. DOWNTOWN TAMPA-The downtown Tampa July 4th fireworks display has traditionally been held at Channelside Bay Plaza. It recently relocated to the harbor in front of the Tampa Convention Center. Other areas with a view of the harbor make ideal places to enjoy the event. This year the 4th of July celebration centers around The Tampa Red White & Blue Festival, an annual Family Fun Independence Day Celebration featuring American food trucks, music, and art. The event takes place Thursday, July 4, 2019, from 3:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Channelside on Grand Central at Kennedy.The 4 fireworks displays at Armature Works, Riverfront Park, the Tampa Convention Center, and Sparkman Wharf will start at 9 p.m. along 2.5 miles of the Hillsborough River from Armature Works to Sparkman Wharf. Text BOOM to 888-777 to recieve alerts on the weather, parking and any changes.3. BUSCH GARDENS-The Busch Gardens amusement park has a special Independence Day event planned for July 4, when fireworks will light up the sky accompanied by a patriotic medley. There will be live music, a DJ, and dancing during the evening. You can spend the whole holiday enjoying one of the many thrill rides, including the family spin coaster Cobra's Curse, or you could dance the day away at one of the DJ party zones in the park. Either way, your admission price will get you up-close access to the fireworks, or you could just show up to the parking lot around dusk and watch from there (though you may be charged for parking).4. DOWNTOWN ST. PETERSBURG-The waterfront in downtown St. Petersburg hosts the city's Fourth of July fireworks celebration starting with live music at North Straub Park. As the main attraction, the fireworks can start at 8:30 p.m. but can also start as late as 10 p.m. depending on the weather. You can view the show along Bayshore Drive in city parks including Albert Whitted, North Straub, South Straub, North Shore, Elva Rouse, and Flora Wylie.5. GULFPORT AND ST. PETE BEACHES-Gulfport and St. Pete Beach Events and Fireworks-Located on the southeast corner of St. Petersburg, the community of Gulfport also hosts a day-long celebration in honor of the holiday. Family activities at the downtown waterfront district include a fishing derby, a parade, and a sand sculpture contest as well as a market for produce, arts, and crafts. The event ends with a fireworks show over the Boca Ciega Bay Aquatic Preserve. Further southeast on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, you can also catch a small community fireworks show at St. Pete Beach Access Park, which starts at dusk.6. SAFETY HARBOR-Safety Harbor's annual Independence Day celebrations will take place at various venues around the city, but the best places to view the fireworks show are at Waterfront Park or the marina itself. Starting off with Fourth of July bike decorating in the morning at the John Wilson Park and Gazebo, festivities continue with the parade down Main Street led by the American Legion Auxiliary. Later that evening, the Safety Harbor Marina hosts the annual celebration event featuring children's activities, live entertainment, food, and fun for the whole family followed by a 9 p.m. fireworks display over Tampa Bay. CLICK HERE for even more fireworks fun in the Clearwater and St. Pete area, and CLICK HERE for more info in the Tampa Bay area. --> WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH: CLICK EVENT FOR DETAILS 7/4-Boom By The Bay Fireworks-Armature Works, Riverfront Park, the Tampa Convention Center, and Sparkman Wharf-Downtown Tampa-4 pm 7/5-Tampa Bay Rays vs. New York Yankees-Tropicana Field-4:10 pm 7/13-Night Nation Run-Raymond James Stadium-8:30 pm 7/20-Florida Hard Seltzer Fest-3 Daughters Brewing-St. Pete-4-7 pm 7/21-Kid's Day-Raymond James Stadium-10 am-3pm --> Construction Begins onThe Sanctuaryin South Tampa Imagine living in one of 15 approximately 4,000-square-foot homes stacked on top of each other with no shared walls and unobstructed views of Bayshore Boulevard and Hillsborough Bay. Add in private elevators, valet parking to your own enclosed garage on site, and a swimming pool with your own poolside cabana and shared kitchen space. And just a 10-minute drive to downtown.The $40 million construction project is situated at 2619 Bayshore Boulevard, between Bay to Bay Boulevard and Howard Avenue, next to Fred Ball Park and the Bayshore Diplomat condo building. Units are listed for pre-construction sale starting at $2.3 million. A 3-story penthouse unit spanning 7,900-square-feet is expected to sell for more than $5 million. Developed by Taub Entities of Tampa, designed by St. Petersburg architect Tim Clemmons of Place Architects, and built by Plaza Construction out of New York, The Sanctuary at Alexandra Place now under construction has an expected completion date in 2020. The Taubs also developed a luxury condo tower in St. Petersburg called Bliss. That 18-story, 29-unit building just off Beach Drive was completed last year.Managing Director Todd Fultz in Plaza's Tampa office says the New York-based firm chose to open an office in downtown Tampa last year because the Tampa Bay Area is seen as a rapidly growing market with huge potential for investors and construction. Other design projects by Clemmons and Place Architects include Armature Works in Tampa, and The Salvador condos and the Morean Arts Center in St. Pete."We are on the verge of being the city we have aspired to be,'' Tampa Mayor Bob Buckhorn said in his welcoming remarks at an official ground-breaking ceremony on March 14 attended by local dignitaries and neighbors. Buckhorn leaves office in May after serving two terms. The next 10 years, Buckhorn predicts, will firmly establish West Central Florida's largest city as the place everyone wants to be.See a virtual reality video of The Sanctuary.Craig’s Take:There are several things that make this condo building unique. First, there are only 15 units in the entire building. This fact makes the building incredibly exclusive, offering unparalleled privacy. Second is the size of the floor plans. The floor plans start at 3,884 heated sqft. There isn’t any building currently along Bayshore or anywhere in South Tampa, Channelside, Harbour Island or Downtown where the residences start at 3,884 heated sqft. Third, this building is unique because buyers can combine units on the 10th and 11th floors. Combining units would allow a prospective buyer to combine units for 7,435 heated sqft. offering 5-bedrooms, 2 den/offices with 5.5 baths and 4 separate terraces. There is no other condo building, new or old, that offers condo residences of this size. If you were to ask me which building in Tampa Bay The Sanctuary most reminds me of it would be The Tuscany by the Sea which is on Indian Shores. The reason it reminds me of that building is the size of the residences and how few there are. Tuscany by the Sea only has 12 units; each is approximately 5,400 heated sqft. That building is incredibly quiet except for major holidays. The number of owners who live in the condo year-round fluctuates between only 3 to 5 depending upon the year. Most of the owners at Tuscany own 3-4 other homes around the world and the frequency in which they use this condo is rare. While I do expect to see some of that at The Sanctuary, I expect more of these owners to live in the condo year-round. I commend the developer for seeing a need in the Tampa market for a building that offers very exclusive condo residences with large square footage and first-class amenities and concierge. This building is a first of its kind in Tampa in the last 20 years and I believe it will be well received by the market. The developer’s intention is to cater to two types of buyers. The local buyer is most likely from the Baby Boomer generation who are empty nesters and looking to downsize from their 5,000-10,000 sqft estate home. They are looking to enjoy the maintenance-free lifestyle this type of living offers. They are tired of dealing with dozens of vendors required to maintain such an estate. They also want the flexibility to lock-up and travel when they wish. They are also very attracted to the walkable lifestyle. I have seen the older generation begin to embrace the walkable lifestyle. The second buyer is an entrepreneur, CEO type who lives in Tampa and wants a condo offering these rarely seen features, looking to live the condo lifestyle as mentioned above but doesn’t want to sacrifice the square footage like you would with most condo buildings.My advice is to act quickly as there are only 3 units left! --> New in Hyde Park:ForbiciModern Italian Turn the corner in Forbici Modern Italian and it feels like an entirely different restaurant. The bar area, founder Jeff Gigante says, is "whimsical" and "really the energy source of the restaurant, where the vibe comes from." The dining area is industrial chic, meant to feel like it's "been open for 50 years" on day one. "The emphasis on this whole concept is about sharing and socializing and true hospitality," Gigante said. Near the back of the restaurant is the "ancestor table," a large table that sits beneath a gallery of family photos — Gigante's first pizza joint that opened in Tallahassee in 1990; his mother as a majorette; wedding photos from his and other partners' parents. Forbici opened June 9th at 1633 W. Snow Ave. in Hyde Park Village, with hours from 11 a.m. to midnight. Roman-style pizza is the focus, but the menu is wide-ranging, with salads, pastas, main plates and grain bowls. A half-size of all pasta dishes can be ordered as an appetizer; Gigante, the plant based fan favorite the Impossible Burger, has also worked that into the menu in meatballs and bolognese. Startup costs, Gigante said, are just north of $2 million. It's been a long road for Gigante, a partner and founder in Tampa's Ciccio Restaurant Group who struck out on his own with Forbici. CRG partners James Lanza and Luis Flores are investors in Forbici, but Forbici is the first concept under Gigante's own Gigante Hospitality Group. He has transitioned to a more passive role in CRG, as an investor and member of the board. CRG first announced plans for the space — which was previously home to French restaurant Piquant — in May 2017, when it said it would become a BetterByrd location there. In April 2018, Gigante revealed that he would be pursuing Forbici in the 6,000-square-foot endcap. In the coming weeks, Forbici's grab-and-go counterpart, Slice Joynt, will open to the public, making it easier for diners to take its pizza, sandwiches and gelato to-go or order via Uber Eats. "I think we’re doing this out of the sheer passion and love we all have together for this business," Gigante said. "I’m confident that the profits will be there for the investors and obviously for myself, but outside of that, the joy of being together and having people come and gather around our tables is really our ‘why.’" --> Tampa'sUptown District The plan to transform University Mall on Fowler Avenue into a research village is beginning to take shape with a new lease agreement to house USF’s Institute of Applied Engineering.The Institute will move into a fledgling tech hub that already attracts networking events and community gatherings to a central portion of the mall as vacant department stores are now being converted into office, retail, and entertainment space.The transformation of the area surrounding the mall into what’s now being called the Uptown District has been slowly unfolding for almost a decade.This renovation project to spur development and end blight in the long-neglected surrounding neighborhoods is being led by !p (better known as the Tampa Innovation Alliance) and largely funded by public-private partnerships, including government funding, and resources from the University of South Florida, Moffitt Cancer Center, the James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, Busch Gardens, and AdventHealth Tampa.The Uptown District covers 19 square miles bordered by Bearss Avenue to the north, Busch Boulevard to the south and Interstates 75 and 275 to the east and west. And while there are many components to the sprawling innovation district, !p Executive Director Mark Sharpe says the nexus of the entire region is the property occupied by University Mall, which sits on Fowler Avenue near 22nd Street. “The mall is going to become a mixed-use live-work-play development with medical research, yet also serve as an entertainment hub,” Sharpe says. “We’ll have restaurants and shops, but we’ll also have Class-A offices. And then we’re looking at the two lakes just to the north of the mall, and we envision those lakes being cleaned up, lit with lights, and the construction of a boardwalk that would take you between the development at the mall and the [James A. Haley] VA hospital. We envision people living along those lakes, so you’d have student housing perhaps, professional housing, and then variances for hotels as well.” “That piece of property at University Mall will become ground zero for the emergence of an innovation district that we’ve been planning for, I’d say, 10 years now,” Sharpe says. “There’s a lot of pieces that are connected to this, a story that we’re starting to tell.”In February 2019, demolition began on the segment that once housed JCPenney, B. Dalton Bookseller, Old Navy, and Ruby Tuesday, among other retailers over 40 years. By the time this multifaceted, multi-year redevelopment project is complete, it will look nothing like the former mall. --> How to Sell YourSmall Home FAST! The trend towards tiny homes isn’t exactly breaking news, but it also isn’t going anywhere. Last year, according to the United States Census Bureau, the median square footage for a single-family home fell to 2,378 feet during Quarter 3, with the average square footage also decreasing during that time to 2,518 square feet. Money-savvy millennials and aging retirees continue to seek out smaller homes, which is good news for anyone trying to sell one. The not so good news? Selling a small house, whether chic-tiny or just plain small, is still pretty hard to do. According to US News, despite the trend towards small homes, many people still want the features found in large ones: like the large open living rooms, restaurant-style kitchens. The minimalist lifestyle isn’t for everyone, and there’s a lot to be said for small homes that feel spacious, versus ones that just feel small. If you’re about to put your small home on the market, take a look at our step-by-step guide to attract buyer interest in your humble abode, and get the latest tips from America’s top agents for how to sell your small house Some of the most common decor mistakes she’s seen in small houses involve color schemes and lighting— both of which can make small rooms feel even smaller. The biggest offenders in small spaces are often the simplest, like poor choices in paint, drapes, and wall decor. Light colored painted walls will make spaces feel larger, as will sheer drapes that let in the most natural light. If you have a small space with lots of complicated wall decor, this will contribute to the cramped feeling. Furniture is another, albeit more obvious, way to change the way your space feels. Cluttered rooms with oversized pieces won’t work when trying to sell a small home, since the last thing you’ll want is frustrated buyers attempting to navigate tight spaces. Other common tricks used by professional stagers include hanging window treatments higher to make ceilings appear taller, and strategically placing mirrors or tall lamps in corners.Quick Tips to Make Your House Appear Larger: • Declutter rooms and keep furniture to a minimum • Paint walls a light neutral color, and let in natural light • Remove any dark wall art, and give rooms more height by raising window treatments or adding in tall objects Click here to read the tips on How to Sell Your Small (Not Tiny) Home Fast --> Tampa Bay FeaturedJUST SOLDLuxury Listing Florida's sunshine, sandy beaches, and laid-back vibe are irresistible to a large cross-section of home buyers, including celebrities, athletes, and other high net worth individuals.The Tampa Bay metro—on the state's Gulf Coast—has exploded with activity in the past few years, with luxury residences making up a significant slice of the market. In 2018, there were more luxury homes on the market and they were selling faster than in the previous year. So why, then, has the baseball legend’s 12,000 square-foot, Georgian-style mansion languished since it hit the market in 2014 for a whopping $6.9 million? In 2014, the Tampa Bay market was still recovering from the recession five years earlier. Local buyers may not have been ready to embrace the multimillion-dollar mansion.“This home would appeal to anyone seeking a larger, estate-sized lot in a gated golf course community,” says Zales. “Another athlete or celebrity client or business owner desiring the privacy and security that Avila offers.”So, after four years, five agents, and two significant price drops, the stunning red brick exterior which commands attention, and comes with all of the amenities a Florida home requires: a pool and spa, manicured lawns, and a large patio with an outdoor kitchen, finally sold for $2.45 million.Craig’s Take: There are several reasons Fred McGriff’s home took more than four years to sell. The first would be the sheer size of the home. The home is 11,768 heated sqft. Compared to the average heated sqft of homes in Avila being around 5,600--which is half the size. The home is basically twice as large as the average home in Avila which is one contributing factor of why it was a difficult sale. Since the last market correction, we have seen homes nationally get smaller in size. This has also been seen in the luxury market. The other contributing factor is the home was built in 1994 and has seen little updating since that time. Virtually the entire interior needs to be remodeled to current design elements one expects in this price range. The other contributing factor is personal reasons. Without getting into the details there were other factors that caused an increase in motivation causing the McGriff’s to get serious about selling and pricing the home more in line with market value. If you take a moment and wrap your mind around the fact the pricing started 4 years ago in a slower market when values were lower than today’s market at 6.9 million and the home finally sold at 2.45 million. Over this four-year period the McGriff’s were represented by a total of four agents. Some may ask how multiple agents who are supposed to be experts at understanding market dynamics and pricing miss the pricing mark by as much as 65%. Well, that is why it is important to understand the significance of hiring an expert agent to represent you whether you are buying or selling. To further explain the influence of an agent on what a house sells for look at this example. There was a house in Avila, the same community as Fred’s house, that sold for nearly $300k more and on its first day on the market. This house, 1207 Parrilla De Avila, was nearly 4,000 sqft smaller and was 7 years older than Fred’s house. The lot was also 45% smaller. How is this possible you might ask? It all comes down to floor plan, quality and age of interior features and the agent representing the seller. There is a problem with the way most agents price properties--which is based on a price per square foot. It is antiquated and more importantly it is a highly inaccurate methodology. Hiring an agent who uses traditional methods as such can cause a seller to leave money on the table and/or could be the difference in a seller selling versus having their home set on the market for 4 years and finally sell at low price. --> Tampa Bay FeaturedLuxury Listing This magnificent piece of property with water access and dockage is 2 acres. This estate remains the talk of town. A Mr. Davis built this home for his family but was a developer who also had a hand in farming and developing Davis Island and the Courtney Campbell Causeway. The home has had a few owners since but the current owners have taken care of this home and updated & added a beautiful pool.The lawn and drives are beautifully appointed. There are plenty of tiles from the original home and the formal gardens created by these owners make a formidable estate. Seven bedrooms, 6 ½ baths; 3 of the 7 bedrooms have fabulous views and includes the main house with a media, rec room, bar and a bedroom and bath on the third floor. The graceful, long walkway to the front of the home opens to a large entrance hall with spiral staircase and beveled glass Palladium windows. The huge living/dining has fabulous moldings and looks out to the water. So do the breakfast room, smaller sitting room, and TV room which is next to a mahogany paneled library/office. The kitchen has been updated and could be opened up to a huge family room as it over looks the more formal landscaped pool and cabana. A pathway leads to the 3-car garage/guest house. Where there is a downstairs gym and full bath. There is a storage room. Upstairs there is an eat-in kitchen, living room, separate dining room and 2 bedrooms and a bath.This home is priced at $6.75 million. and has been on the market for around 90 days.Craig's Take:Three things make this home incredibly unique. The first is the history of the home. The second is the sheer size of the land this estate sets on given its location on Bayshore Blvd. The third is it is one of only a hand full of estates on Bayshore that has its on private dock, water access and ability to have a boat. The grounds of this estate exemplify grandeur at the highest level. The home is meticulous while still having its original 1905 character. 1905 the year this estate was built was the same year the Columbia Restaurant opened its doors. The Columbia is Tampa’s oldest restaurant that remains open today. The home is currently owned by plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Diaco of the well known Diaco family. This home has been in the Diaco family since purchasing it in 2004 for 2 million. --> Featured Listingof the Month: 1805 N Manhattan Ave.Tampa, FL 33607 Incredible, rare opportunity to own a home sitting on two lots and located in one of the most convenient locations in all of Tampa Bay. Walking distance to International Mall for Tampa Bay’s best shopping experience. Top level restaurants like Eddie V’s, Capital Grill, Fleming's and so many more can also be found within walking distance. The lot, as it sits today measures, 100x100. There are several options this property provides. The lot has the appropriate zoning to sub-divide and build two new homes. Other possibilities include knocking the home down and building one new home on a very large lot. The current home is solid block and features 3 bed/2 bath with an attached 2 car carport. The roof was replaced in 2016 and the HVAC was replaced in 2008. The interior does require a complete remodel. The large backyard is beautifully wooded and offers incredible privacy rarely seen with a property located in the middle of Tampa. Tampa International Airport is less than 5 minutes away and ideal for those who travel frequently. Additional conveniences include quick access to the Courtney Campbell Causeway making it easy to enjoy Clearwater Beach, the country’s Top-Rated Beach. Only a few minutes away, the Howard Franklin Bridge provides a short drive to Downtown St. PeteCraig's Take:This property offers a unique opportunity to develop it as two single family homes or three townhomes. This location has seen a boom of redevelopment since 2013 and will continue to see redevelopment for many years. I have begun using my new construction background to redevelop certain infield lots within South Tampa, West Tampa and Seminole Heights areas. If you or someone you know owns a property inside the city limits of Tampa, give me a call. I can help establish the highest and best use of the property and then execute a plan to ensure they aren’t leaving money on the table. --> GET TO KNOW CRAIG KINCHELOE-CLICK HERESEARCH THE LATEST HOMES FOR SALE FROM YOUR MOBILE DEVICE-CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APPKNOW SOMEONE WHO IS CONSIDERING BUYING OR SELLING-SEND THEM THIS LINK TO SCHEDULE A STRATEGY SESSION WITH CRAIG Copyright (C) 2024. The Kincheloe Group. All rights reserved.Our mailing address is:The Kincheloe Group711 S. Howard Ave. Ste. 200TAMPA, Florida 33606Want to change how you receive these emails?You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.
June Newsletter 2019
Published June 2019 JUNE 2019/VOL 1/ISSUE 8 TAMPA BAY INSIDER FEATURES, TRENDS, AND EVENTS FROM: --> Water Street Is Raising The Bar For Health and Wellness Like a flower pushing up through concrete, a unique neighborhood is blossoming in Tampa. Water Street Tampa is undergoing development from the ground up on more than 50 acres in downtown Tampa along the waterfront. The developer, Tampa-based Strategic Property Partners (SPP), is putting health and well-being at the forefront of the transformation with innovative urban planning that provides a blueprint for what a city can be. The Water Street Tampa initiative is revitalizing an underutilized tract of land to create an urban mixed-use waterfront district encompassing about 9 million square feet zoned for multiple uses, including commercial, residential, hospitality, cultural, entertainment, education and retail, totaling over $3 billion in private investment from SPP. As featured in Forbes Magazine, Water Street Tampa is the FIRST neighborhood in the world to earn a specific designation under the WELL Community Standard, a global benchmark for healthy communities. The designation fosters and cultivates neighborhoods that have health and wellness attributes built into their DNA. Tampa's Water Street is the first and only community to receive this designation. This is big news for a space that was previously failing and underutilized. Tampa's downtown now has a bright, new face that is health conscious. Before it became primarily surface parking lots serving Amalie Arena and Tampa Convention Center, the neighborhood was home to Fort Brooke, a U.S. military outpost in the 1800s; a historically African American neighborhood called Garrison; and part of an active working port. “What we’re trying to do is create a great place to live, work and visit,” says SPP Chief Executive James Nozar. “ We have the ability to do a lot with the scale we’re working with and the physical location.” --> WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS MONTH: CLICK EVENT FOR DETAILS 6/6-6/9-Tampa Bay Caribbean Festival-Albert Whitted Park-1 PM-10 PM 6/14-Tampa Bay Ray vs LA Angels/Pride Night-Tropicana Field-7:10 PM 6/16-Father's Day Race-Al Lopez Park-7 AM-10AM 6/21-6/23-St. Pete Pride Festival-North Straub Park-Various times 6/23-Tampa Yoga Festival-Water Works Park-9 AM --> WestShoreMarina DistrictNews As urban Tampa grows more residential, city dwellers clamor for convenient grocery store options. A boutique grocer that got its start in downtown Tampa has signed a deal in the Westshore Marina District. Duckweed Urban Market, which will have future locations in the central business district, Channel district, Seminole Heights and is looking at sites in Orlando, will take 3,000 square feet in the Westshore Marina District is expected to open in 2020. It will be the first retail business and the anchor tenant in its planned Marina Landings town square. A market has been long been part of the vision for the retail portion of Westshore Marina District. BTI has said that it wants to create an urban, walkable environment within the district, just off of Westshore and Gandy boulevards. They are a health-conscious grocer that will have a lot of the essentials with a focus on grab-and-go foods, artisanal items, and a small vegan café inside. They will also have a full liquor store. Following Duckweed there will be a series of retail announcements for the nearly 24,000-square-foot town square. Leases are signed or under negotiation for a coffee shop, juice and smoothie shop, a wine bar and restaurant, a surf and marina shop, fitness center, dessert shop, and a salon and spa.Beyond retail leasing, the residential component of the district is also in full swing. Apartments, townhomes and a high-end condo tower, Marina Pointe, all have plans to break ground later this year.Craig’s Take:The Westshore Marina District is another very exciting pocket of Tampa that is going through a massive transformation. This area saw some transformation during the last real estate boom but nothing compared to what it is currently going on. This corner of Tampa is turning into a densely populated area that will soon have the key elements of the walk-able lifestyle so many people are looking for today. Check out future newsletters with more updates on exciting things planned for this part of Tampa. --> VirageBayshore The land that once was Tampa's iconic Colonnade restaurant property on Bayshore Boulevard, has quickly transformed into Virage Bayshore, a brand new high-rise in South Tampa. Scheduled for completion in 2019, Virage Bayshore is pet-friendly and offers an outdoor pool, clubroom, expansive balconies, garage parking, and a community pet park. Lavish residences showcase the latest in condominium design and lifestyle features for the most exclusive condominiums in Tampa Fl. Multiple guest rooms and generous living, dining and entertainment areas are designed to host friends and family in style. Flow-through floor plans feature soaring 10′ ceilings, full-height windows and glass balcony railings to maximize incomparable panoramic views from every residence. Spacious balconies offer outdoor living spaces with unobstructed vistas of water, city and sky, where the arrival of dawn and dusk unfold as dramatic daily eventsVirage's 71 units—ranging in price from $1 million to $5 million in April 2016. Construction began in October 2017. It is expected to open in early 2020.The remaining available four residences for sale are the following:Unit 1603—smaller “Crescent” floor plan 2,689 sq ft/306 sq ft of terrace features 2 bedrooms/den/3 full bathrooms is currently being offered at 1. 8 million which equals a price per sq ft of $687.99Unit 1703-“Crescent” Approximately $40k more than unit 1603.Unit 1803-“Crescent” Approximately $40k-$50k more than unit 1703. Unit 2302-"Crescent” floor plan 4,411 sq ft/ 487 sq ft of terrace features 4 bedrooms/den/5 full bathrooms currently being offered at 3.446 million which equals a price per sq ft is $781.23 Building Facts:71 condo-residences in total25 floors in totalFirst Closings Expected: 1st quarter of 2020Delivery Dates for remaining 4 condo-residences: 2nd of quarter 2020Condo Fees are .49 per heated sq ft of the condo-residence Here is what Craig believes makes this building unique: • New Construction high rise nearing competition. Believe it or not, there aren’t very many at this stage of construction. • Floor plans offers large terraces, some totaling nearly 1,000 sq ft. • Floor to Ceiling windows and 10-foot sliding glass doors. • The building offers an amenity level like no other currently available on Bayshore Blvd. • Concierge Service: 24/7. They offer elevated services that few buildings offer. From wake-up calls to booking travel, dinner reservations, weekly grocery shopping, pet walking, massage therapy and beyond. The Developer is now scheduling private tours of the remaining 4 residences. Call me or click here to schedule your private tour of Bayshore’s newest and most prestigious condo-residences. --> Interior Designer Hacks &Small ApartmentDecorating Ideas Who wouldn’t like their home to feel like it has more space than it actually does? Because really, we all need more space with the goal being to live in a lighter and airier home that’s well organized and decorated. But how to achieve that in a smaller home? With that common conundrum in mind, we’ve gathered some clever interior designer small apartment hacks to help you make the most out of any space. If you’re moving to a more densely populated area, you might find yourself in a much smaller home than you’re used to and on the lookout for some space-making interior design hacks. Fortunately, small apartment & home décor doesn’t mean sacrificing style – you can still have an amazingly beautiful small space, with enviable small space interior design features while making the most of the limited space you have. From small house interior design ideas to updating a petite room you’ve found challenging to decorate. Click here to read the tips to make your small space better organized and decorated. --> Father's Day GiftsUnder $50 It's time to celebrate our favorite man, Dad! Celebrate him this year with things he wants that won't break the bank. Click here to check out this list to find gifts for under $50. --> Tampa Bay FeaturedLuxury Listing A chance to view/own the South Tampa property customized to perfection, former Tampa Bay Lightning general manager Steve Yerman is selling off his Bayshore Boulevard condo. The 3,316-square-foot condo in The Bellamy is listed for sale at $1.695 million or $511 per square foot. Yzerman paid $1.395 million for the condo in 2016, shortly before listing his Davis Islands home for sale. The condo has three bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms and two covered terraces with views of the city skyline. View the gallery for a virtual tour of the home. After leading the Lightning's on-ice turnaround, Yzerman transitioned to an advisory role with the team in September 2018. In April, the hockey legend announced that he had accepted the GM position with the Detroit Red Wings. Before owner Jeff Vinik recruited him to the Lightning, Yzerman spent 27 seasons with the Red Wings — first as a player and then in hockey operations.Craig’s Take:Steve purchased the condo in 2016 for 1.395 million. Since that time, he has completely remodeled the condo. He did an excellent job on the remodel. It is stylish, elegant and has broad appeal. It is currently the nicest resale condo-residence for sale on Bayshore. This residence does stand-out as the other recent sale in the building had original interiors. Average days to contract in the building for similar priced condos is over 230 days. My estimate is the condo will sell more quickly due to the recent improvements. If you would like to schedule a private tour click here or call me. --> Featured Listingof the Month: 1209 E Cumberland AveUnit 2501Tampa, FL 33602 The most spectacular views of any condo residence currently available in Channelside. Enjoy a 45-degree panoramic breathtaking view from your massive 647 sq ft wrap-around terrace on the 25th floor. The terrace overlooks the surrounding waters of Garrison Channel, Hillsborough Bay, Davis Island, Harbor Island, the Port of Tampa, the Tower's pool resort, Sparkman Wharf and some of the most expansive views of Downtown Tampa. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Downtown St Pete and Tropicana Field. Watch the cruise ships set sail and marvel as the Captain maneuvers the massive vessel in the Ybor Turning Basin. This is a view that never loses its delight. The southeast exposure provides incredible natural light throughout the day. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath condo is located on the 25th floor and offers magnificent views from every room. Freshly painted, this home boasts hardwood floors in the main areas, granite counter tops in the kitchen and bathrooms and crown molding throughout. The residence comes with a climate-controlled storage room and 2 parking spots conveniently located right next to the elevator entry. This location is the epitome of a walkable lifestyle. Walk to Sparkman Wharf, Publix Super Market, Tampa History Museum, Amalie Arena, all the bars, restaurants and dog parks of Channelside. Enjoy a multitude of transportation options like the TECO Street Car Trolley, Pirate Water Taxi, Downtowner (on-demand shuttle service), Coast Bike Share and CrossBay Ferry to downtown St. Pete. If you or someone you know is looking for a home, reach out to me today, for a private tour of this incredible residence. --> GET TO KNOW CRAIG KINCHELOE-CLICK HERESEARCH THE LATEST HOMES FOR SALE FROM YOUR MOBILE DEVICE-CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR MOBILE APPKNOW SOMEONE WHO IS CONSIDERING BUYING OR SELLING-SEND THEM THIS LINK TO SCHEDULE A STRATEGY SESSION WITH CRAIG Copyright (C) 2024. The Kincheloe Group. All rights reserved.Our mailing address is:The Kincheloe Group711 S. Howard Ave. Ste. 200TAMPA, Florida 33606 Want to change how you receive these emails?You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.
