11 Oct Relocating to Tampa Bay and Building a New Custom Home?

Are you among the many planning on relocating to Tampa Bay?

You are in good company. According to ranking and review site Niche, four of the top five best places to live in Florida are in Tampa Bay. Niche explored 15,000+ cities, towns, and neighborhoods nationwide based on cost of living, public schools, safety, jobs, and much more. As the number two spot on the list of Top States in America in Numeric Growth (2016-2017), Florida has been on the minds of many people choosing to live their lives in sunshine and clear skies.

Its why residents in this area often post images of the area’s beauty proclaiming “We live here!”

So are you ready to make Tampa Bay your new home?  Here are a few things you need to know before relocating to Tampa Bay:

Pros of Relocating to Tampa Bay

• No state income tax…a major perk.
• Your custom home costs are generally lower than many parts of the country.
• World class beaches and outdoor entertainment.
• Pro and College Sports abound with NFL, MLB, NHL franchises and USF Collegiate sports.
• Florida residents receive discounts to acclaimed local attractions.

The Cost of Living is Better than Many Urban Areas

Tampa Bay is not the bargain it once was, but the cost of living here is still considerably better than places like New York City. For example, the cost of living in New York is 153% higher than Tampa Bay. Housing costs in New York are a whopping 538% higher than in this area. Entertainment costs in New York are 65% higher and food costs are 31% higher.

The Weather is Wonderful Year Round

The weather in Tampa Bay is generally wonderful year-round, although the summer heat can be a challenge for new comers the first year. But its hard to beat the fall, winter and spring in Tampa Bay when the average temperature ranges from 62.4 degrees in winter to 75.7 degrees in Fall.

Things to Do in Tampa Bay

Tampa is home to a wide array of Arts and Attractions. The Greater Tampa Chamber of Commerce says “The area is packed with entertainment, cultural and leisure attractions for families,” pointing out Theme parks like Tampa’s Lowery Park Zoo, Busch Gardens, and the nearby Legoland.

Arts and Culture are prominent in Tampa Bay as well with The Tampa Museum of Arts the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, the Tampa Bay History Center, The Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) and the Florida Aquarium. There is also the Glazer Children’s Museum, The Henry B. Plant Museum and more in Tampa.  In Stl Petersburg you will find The Dali Museum, Imagine Museum and the Morean Arts Center.

Tampa Bay is home to major professional sports teams The NFL’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the NHL Tampa Bay LIghtning and MLB Tampa Bay Rays, not to mention numerous MLB spring training camps and more than 7 colleges with a plethora of college sports including the USF Bulls.

For those looking for luxury on the water, Tampa has become one of the premier cruise ports destinations in the U.S. and is home port for five cruise lines.

And of course, Tampa Bay is known for the spectacular beaches including several recognized as “Top Beach In America” award winners.

So, What’s it Like to Live in Tampa Bay?

Here’s what USNews.com says about Tampa Bay, “Residents of the Tampa Bay area enjoy both a laid-back beach lifestyle and the amenities of a large metropolitan area, including professional sports teams, interesting museums and an array of entertainment and dining options.”

Let Us Help You with Relocating to Tampa Bay and Building a New Custom Home

Ready to relocate to Tampa Bay? If building a new custom home is part of your plan for relocating here, take a look at our Custom Homes Gallery and Gallery of Rooms. Learn about some of Tampa Bay’s most sought after neighborhoods where we build.

Let’s talk about how we can help you realize your dream relocation!