We have been given official word that the developer units at the Towers of Channelside are all sold and the sales center is closed!

So what’s next for these luxury high rise condos?

Well the good news is that now the homeowners will have control over the association.  The bad news is that if you didn’t get in on the foreclosure pricing that was being offered by the developer you are out of luck!  Buyers who thought the prices would drop and waited are now faced with only a handful of resales making this the ideal time to sell if you are an owner.

In February, 2010, 120 of the residential units had been sold, leaving 137 available residential units. Turns out that the bank pricing was so attractive that they never had to lower their price to sell all the remaining units. Amazingly, It only took a little over a year to sell these 137 units ranging in price from 160K-for a 1 bedroom unit to just over 1M for a Grand Penthouse.

For current pricing and availability, or to list your home for sale at The Towers of Channelside you can contact us here. Or Contact Rae Catanese, Phone: 813-784-7744

To read all past articles about the Towers, and find out information on association fees visit: http://thetowersofchannelside.com

Clearwater Condo Offers Unusual Buyers’ Incentives

 I grew up in the Clearwater area and I must say that I took for granted all the beauty we have here.  Later in life, I realized that we really do live in a paradise, which is why so many buyers are looking to move to the Gulf Beach Areas.  Here’s a great new condo project that will be ready by 2012.

CLEARWATER, Fla. (December 16, 2010) — Looking to capitalize on a resurgent condo market, The Strand luxury condominium in downtown Clearwater is offering an unusual package of buyer incentives, designed to distinguish the community from other real estate for sale in the Tampa Bay area.

Future residents who sign purchase contracts will receive a Buyers’ Recreation Package so they can enjoy the Tampa Bay area’s recreation opportunities even before they move in.

The package includes:

· a one-year membership to the Maximo Boat Club in St. Petersburg,

· discounted golf at the Belleview Biltmore Golf Club,

· a one-year family membership to the Salvador Dali Museum,

· and access to the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort’s amenities.

Also, while The Strand is under construction – it is expected to be complete in 2012 – buyers’ deposit money will earn up to 10 percent interest, which can be used towards such items as homeowners association fees or closing costs.

“Our incentives are part of an extremely compelling buying proposition,” said Janeen Pearson, Sales Manager for The Strand. “Buyers who purchase with us now can go ahead and enjoy the recreational opportunities our area has to offer as we complete their custom luxury residence. With pricing so attractive, it’s a good time to buy.”

The Strand’s buyers’ recreation package offers access to a wide range of quality recreation. The Maximo Boat Club in St. Petersburg offers direct access to the Intracoastal Waterway with boats ranging from 19 to 23 feet.

The Belleview Biltmore Golf Club, designed by famed golf architect Donald Ross, is one of the area’s top courses. The Salvador Dali Museum will open a spectacular new facility in January 2011 in downtown St. Petersburg. And the Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort offers everything from beach cabanas to parasailing, along with waterfront dining and a tiki bar.

This luxury condominium is being built in the heart of Clearwater, offering high-quality on-site amenities and close to all the recreation and attractions the area has to offer. Current prices range from $237,000 to $1.4 million. Being developed by Spain-headquartered Espacio USA, The Strand will have 89 residential units ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms. The Strand will open in 2012.

Other new condominium communities in the Tampa Bay area, such as Station Square and Water’s Edge in downtown Clearwater, the Towers of Channelside in Tampa, and Signature Place in downtown St. Petersburg, have been enjoying healthy sales this fall, a result of lower prices reflecting the realities of the real estate market.

For more information please contact Rae Catanese, Real Estate Agent, Prudential Tropical Realty

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Why you should be living at Westshore Yacht Club!

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The Westshore Yacht Club in Tampa, Fl is one of the only truly upscale resort style Waterfront communities in the South Tampa area.  The neighborhood is close for commuting to St. Petersburg, MacDill AFB and the Tampa Airport.  The amenities are all top notch, as this planned yachting community was only built a few years ago.

Pricing back in the booming real estate market were in some cases more than double of what they are today!  It’s hard to believe that you can buy an 1,800 sf condo/townhome in the 2oo’s.   The neighborhood offers homes, a high rise condo tower and townhomes for sale.

Once you are inside this lush gated community everything changes.  You have every convenience available to you; including a spa, fitness center, yoga/aerobics room, 2 restaurants, wireless internet by the pool! You  name it, this WCI Community is pure luxury.

If you own a boat and need a boat slip they are now renting them for as little as $8.00 per linear foot.

If you decide to get in on their great deals on townhomes they are maintenance free.  My time is valuable so I want the convenience of having everything taken care of.  Who wants to spend hours doing yard work on your time off?

Their maintenance fees appear to be on the high-end, however if you look at what you are “not” paying for it really works out to be the same, or slightly higher.  To me it’s worth not to have to worry if something happens to my roof.

Insurance, including flood insurance, is a large portion of the fees.  Since it is a waterfront community, you will need flood insurance whether you buy a single family home or condo or townhome.

Call us today for a tour of all available homes and condos for sale at the West Shore Yacht Club  813 784 7744 

See also:  Westshore Yacht Club Good News for buyers

TBO.com reported that developers filed paperwork with the Aviation Authority board at Tampa International Airport for height variances for several new towers in downtown Tampa.

Could this be the comeback we’ve all been waiting for?

Many restaurants and bars have popped up in the last few years in the Downtown Tampa area, however there are only a few residential buildings in Downtown.  My favorite is Skypoint Condos. Sales are strong and currently it is the only Luxury Hi-Rise for sale .

You can check out the development here 

Last year a study was conducted on residential development and the projected growth for housing.  People living within 3 miles of downtown equal 98,080, however there are only 3,000 people who actually live in Downtown.  No wonder developers are planning for the future. You can read the 2010 Downtown Tampa Residential Study here.

Proposed Condo Developments include:

• Twin 320-foot tall residential and retail towers on three acres, directly across the street from the St. Pete Times Forum.
• A 551-foot-tall residential tower, bordered by Jefferson and Whiting streets
• One 557-foot-tall residential tower at the southeast corner of Morgan and Whiting streets

View All MLS Listings for Downtown Tampa and Channelside. Tampa Bay Dwellings

Skypoint condos for sale-Tampa, Fl- Short Sales Now starting in the 140′s!

Now is your chance to take advantage of buying a short sale or foreclosure. If you’ve been waiting for a great deal on a condo, this is it!  FHA approved financing is available with only 3.5% down.

Skypoint Condos in Downtown Tampa is the first high rise luxury residential building in Downtown Tampa. At one time, they were completely sold out. I remember the lines around the sales center when they were first offered for sale about 3 years ago. If you were looking to buy one of these hot properties you were considered lucky to get selected through their lottery system.

Skypoint has every amenity you can ask for in a luxury living atmosphere. Throw away your gym membership because you won’t need one at Skypoint. There’s a Cardio Room, Weight Room, and plenty of weight machines, all looking over the fabulous downtown skyline and University of Tampa.

To schedule an appointment to see this luxury high rise in Downtown Tampa
call 813-784-7744 or email us