Tampa Bay, Florida has quickly become one of the most desirable places to live in the entire country. Between the culture, gorgeous weather, pristine beaches and close access to many popular attractions it is no wonder that the area is attracting an extremely diverse group of residents.
One of the most appealing aspects of Tampa Bay, Florida is the rich cultural background. Ybor City, located in Downtown Tampa, provides a look at 1880’s Florida. Ybor City was started in the late nineteenth century by Cigar manufacturers. It quickly because a popular place for immigrants from Cuba, Italy and Spain. In 130 years since then, the area has grown to include many shops, restaurants and nightlife attractions that highlight the different backgrounds of the immigrants that once populated area. Not far from Ybor City you will find the JC Newman Cigar Factory. It was the first family Cigar company and remains the last operating factory in Cigar City. Less than 20 miles from many beautiful homes for sale in Wesley Chapel, Florida you can find many art museums such as the Henry B Plant Museum, the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, the Tampa Museum of Art and The Dali Museum.
It is no secret that Florida is home to some of the most desirable weather in the United States. It never snows, average temperatures in the winter rarely drop below 50 and most winter days, you can wear shorts. This is certainly appealing to anyone who may be moving from the North and looking at homes for sale in Pasco County. Because of the comfortable, warm, year round temperatures, homes with pools are a huge asset. Unlike many parts of the US where pools can only be used in the summer months, pools in Tampa Bay can be used year-round!
With the warm weather comes the ability to spend lots of time outside. Perhaps one of the most sought after perks to homes for sale in Wesley Chapel, Florida is the close proximity to some of the top beaches. Both St. Pete Beach and Clearwater beach are a quick drive from anywhere in Tampa Bay. Clearwater Beach is known for its clear, warm water and sandy beaches perfect for relaxing and working on your tan. Only an hour south you will find Siesta Key Beach. Siesta Key has been voted the Number One Beach in the United States. Known for the baby powder soft white sand, low crowds and clear blue water it is hard to resist taking a trip to Siesta Key Beach every single day.
If exciting entertainment is more your speed, Tampa Bay puts you close to the action. Between the professional sports teams, hundreds of concert venues and the quick drive to theme parks, it is impossible to be bored in Tampa Bay. Tampa Bay is home to the Tampa Bay Rays MLB team, the Tampa Bay Bucs NFL team, the Tampa Bay Lightning NHL team and is only a short drive away from the Orlando Magic NBA team. Any of the many homes for sale in Pasco County would give you the close proximity to these teams that would allow any sports fan to become a season ticket holder. If music is what you are looking for, you won’t have to look any farther than your own backyard in Tampa Bay. From large venues like Amalie Arena where you can see anyone from Taylor Swift to Pearl Jam to Bruno Mars to smaller venues such as the Ritz Ybor and State Theater where you can catch the newest names in music, you never have to worry about a night where you can’t find great live music. For Tampa Bay residents with kids you are just down the street from Busch Gardens and only a quick trip in the car from Lego Land, Walt Disney World and Universal Studios.
Tampa Bay, Florida really has something for everyone! If you are interested in information on homes for sale in Wesley Chapel, Florida, Pasco County FL real estate, or any real estate in the Tampa Bay area, please contact Rose & Joe LoCicero at (813) 435-5411 or start your home search now.