Buy with Brown Portfolio Group
South Tampa & Tampa Bay Homes for Sale
Browse South Tampa and Tampa Bay homes for sale, updated throughout the day. Start with a South Tampa neighborhood, scroll to the full home search at the bottom of this page, or let Avaymaria send you new homes that match your budget the moment they hit the market.
Two different guides: the Lifestyle Guide covers where to live, eat and play in Tampa Bay. The Buyers Guide walks you through the home-buying process step by step.
Why buyers work with Brown Portfolio Group
Avaymaria Brown and Kareem Hobson of Engel & Völkers South Tampa help buyers find the right home in South Tampa and across Tampa Bay, from a first condo to a waterfront estate.
Local South Tampa knowledge
Street-by-street insight on Hyde Park, Davis Islands, Palma Ceia, Bayshore and beyond, including schools, commutes and flood zones.
New-listing alerts
Get matching homes sent to you as soon as they hit the MLS, so you can tour before the weekend crowd.
Strong negotiation
Pricing analysis on every home you like, so your offer is competitive without overpaying.
Guidance to the closing table
Help with lenders, inspections, insurance quotes, HOA and condo documents, and every deadline in your contract.
Avaymaria Brown (center) with Sandra Cardenas, loan officer, and Melissa Escobar, processor, of Cardenas Mortgage Group.
Step one
Get pre-approved before you start touring
A pre-approval tells you exactly what you can afford and shows sellers you are a serious, qualified buyer. In South Tampa, where good homes can get multiple offers, most sellers will not consider an offer without one.
- Know your real budget and monthly payment, including taxes and insurance
- Compare loan options: conventional, FHA, VA, jumbo and more
- Make stronger offers and close on time
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Processing support from Melissa Escobar
While you get pre-approved, start picking neighborhoods with our Tampa Bay Lifestyle Guide.
Coast2Coast Mortgage LLC, NMLS# 376205. Equal Housing Opportunity. Pre-approval is not a commitment to lend; all loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting and property eligibility. You are free to choose any lender.
Two free guides, two different jobs
Buyers often mix these up. Here is what each one covers.
Tampa Bay Lifestyle Guide
A guide to living in South Tampa and Tampa Bay: neighborhoods and a clickable map, schools, commute times, restaurants, golf and boat clubs, dog parks and local events.
Home Buyers Guide
A step-by-step walkthrough of the buying process: pre-approval, searching, making an offer, inspections, appraisal and closing day.
How buying a home in Tampa works
Most purchases take 30 to 45 days from accepted offer to closing. Here is the path.
Pick your areas
Compare neighborhoods by price, schools, commute and lifestyle with our free guide.
Tour homes
In person or by live video. We flag age of roof, flood zone and insurance factors as we go.
Make an offer
We build your offer on recent comparable sales and negotiate terms that protect you.
Inspect and close
Inspections, appraisal, insurance and final walkthrough, then you get the keys.
Florida buyer tips
Check flood zone and insurance early
Look up the home on the FEMA flood map and get homeowners and flood insurance quotes during your inspection period. Roof age often drives the premium.
File for homestead exemption
If the home is your primary residence, apply with the Hillsborough County Property Appraiser by March 1 after you buy to lower your property taxes.
Buying a condo? Read the reports
Ask for the association's budget, reserves and any milestone or structural inspection reports, and check for upcoming special assessments.
Browse homes by South Tampa neighborhood
Each page shows current listings, prices and a map. Want help choosing? See the neighborhood map and guide.
Tampa home buying FAQ
How much do I need for a down payment in Tampa?
It depends on the loan. Some FHA and conventional programs start at 3 to 3.5% down, VA loans can require 0% for eligible buyers, and jumbo loans for higher-priced South Tampa homes often need 10 to 20%. A lender can tell you exactly what you qualify for.
Does it cost me anything to use a buyer's agent?
You will sign a written buyer agreement before touring that spells out our services and compensation. In many purchases the seller agrees to cover some or all of it, and we will review your options before you sign.
Which South Tampa neighborhoods are best for families?
Palma Ceia, Hyde Park, Davis Islands, Bayshore Beautiful and Sunset Park are popular for their parks, walkability and access to schools such as Plant High School. Always confirm school zoning with Hillsborough County Public Schools.
Is South Tampa in a flood zone?
Parts of South Tampa, especially near the bay, are in FEMA flood zones that can require flood insurance. Elevation and flood zone vary by street, so we check each home and get insurance quotes before you are committed.
How fast do homes sell in South Tampa?
Well-priced homes in popular neighborhoods can go under contract quickly. New-listing alerts and a pre-approval letter in hand help you act fast when the right home comes up.
Ready to find your South Tampa home?
Get pre-approved, explore neighborhoods in the Tampa Bay Lifestyle Guide, then talk with Avaymaria about what you are looking for.
Get Pre-Approved Lifestyle Guide Call (407) 881-2434 Email AvaymariaBrown Portfolio Group, Engel & Völkers South Tampa, 724 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33609. Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
