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Award-winning Florida real estate Broker PROUDLY SELLING IN PINELLAS, HILLSBOROUGH, PASCO, MANATEE & SARASOTA COUNTIES since 2004.

Ring In 2018 in Tampa Bay

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As another year comes to a close and 2018 is gearing up, many in the Tampa Bay area want to get out and celebrate. Whether you’ll be ringing in the new year with your young family or celebrating as only adults can, there’s something for everyone. Like we have done for the past three years, we’ve rounded up the best events and entertainment to ring in 2018. Happy New Year!

Family Friendly

  • Noon Year’s Eve Celebration at Sky Zone Tampa | 10137 E Adamo Dr, Tampa, FL 33619 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
  • The Mommy Spot’s 4th Annual NOON Year’s Eve Celebration | 4465 W Gandy Blvd #600, Tampa, FL33611 |  10 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | features DJ Jake Dela Cruz, juice toast and balloon drop at noon.
  • Riverwalk Fireworks | Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park 601 Old Water St, Tampa, FL 33602 | 10 p.m. – midnight.
  • First Night St. Petersburg | Downtown St. Petersburg | 4 p.m. – midnight | more info found here.
  • Apollo Beach New Year’s Eve Bash | Circles Waterfront Restaurant 1212 Apollo Beach Blvd, Apollo Beach, FL 33572 | 6 p.m. – 2 a.m. | more info found here.

Ring in 2018 in Tampa Bay

Adults Only

  • New Year’s Eve at Club Prana | 1619 E 7th Ave., Tampa, FL 33605 | 9 p.m. – 3 a.m. | general admission is $30 for a single ticket, $50 for couple tickets.
  • The Rooftop Eve | 107 N Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602 | 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. | general admission is $250 and includes open bar, champagne, dessert, and entertainment.
  • New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise | Yacht StarShip & Yacht StarShip IV | 10:30 p.m. – 1 a.m. | more info found here.
  • Aqua Eve | The Florida Aquarium | 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. | general admission is $30 and includes food & drinks, champagne toast, fireworks, and access to all exhibits | more info found here.
  • 2018 New Year’s After Party | Hard Rock Cafe 5224 Orient Road, Tampa, FL 33610 | 12 a.m. – 4 a.m. | general admission is $20 at the door.

Happy Holidays

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It’s hard to believe that the holidays are upon us and 2017 is quickly coming to an end. It’s been a year full of great clients, great transactions, and a lot of success for our team. We obviously could not have experienced the amount of success we did if it wasn’t for each of our clients, co-workers, and industry counterparts. We strived to be your Realtor for 2017 and we feel we accomplished that goal but it’s one we want to keep rolling into the new year.

We know there are some big changes that can affect homeownership expected over the next few months but our team will be there every step of the way to guide you through the process of buying or selling a home.

Thank you from our team and we wish you a happy holiday season and prosperous 2018!

Happy Holidays 2017 | Hounchell Real Estate

What We’ve Closed in 2017

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2017 has been another great year as a Realtor working in the Tampa Bay region. As of today, we’ve helped our clients close on thirty homes. That’s thirty new beginnings! Today we’re taking the time to highlight some of our favorites and some of the unique properties that give our area it’s charm and character.

January

Central Avenue, St. Petersburg

We kicked off the year in a big way with this unique live / work property in the Edge District. The first floor featured street level retail space and the second floor condo was move in ready.


February

Stanwyck Circle, Tampa

We helped our Seller secure a Buyer for their sprawling open floor plan pool home in Tampa. Among the many upgrades and features, this home boasted a media room for entertaining and relaxing.

March

W Dale Avenue, Tampa

A bidding war erupted over this stunning three bedroom, two bath home on an oversized corner lot in Tampa. We helped our Seller secure the best deal possible.

June

Doral Drive – Tampa

This four bedroom, three bath home is quintessential Florida. The outside featured tropical landscaping. Other features included a pool and waterfront access.

August

Live Oak Terrace NE, St. Petersburg

We helped our Buyer search for a new home to call their own and this gem was the winner. With three bedrooms, two baths, this pool home features an open floor plan with distinct Florida architecture.

October

48th Avenue N., St. Petersburg

Our Seller had this house turn key ready. It featured three bedrooms, two & a half baths, spacious floor plan, and a bonus room.

November

4th Avenue S., St. Petersburg

Out latest sale was this two bedrooms, two baths corner PENTHOUSE in the Sage Condominiums. It featured sweeping panoramic views of Downtown and numerous building amenities.

Our goal for 2017 was to become YOUR Realtor and we accomplish that goal for many. Are you looking to buy or sell in 2018? We’d love to be your Realtor team to get you to that goal.