Community meeting held on rising rents as prices continue to rise in Tampa Bay
Rising rents spurred a group meeting Wednesday in St. Petersburg to brainstorm next steps, just as new reports show how much home prices in Tampa Bay continue to rise.
Rising rents spurred a group meeting Wednesday in St. Petersburg to brainstorm next steps, just as new reports show how much home prices in Tampa Bay continue to rise.
Team behind Oxford Exchange to open new restaurant near Water Street's latest apartment building
A restaurant with a familiar vibe is coming to Water Street. The team behind Oxford Exchange decided to open "Predalina" on the bottom floor of Water Street apartment building "Cora."
A restaurant with a familiar vibe is coming to Water Street. The team behind Oxford Exchange decided to open "Predalina" on the bottom floor of Water Street apartment building "Cora."
Tampa takes number two spot in the nation for home price jumps
A Case-Shiller home price index shoed Tampa's year-over-year growth exceeded all 20 major cities analyzed except Phoenix for an annual home price increase of 30.8%.
A Case-Shiller home price index shoed Tampa's year-over-year growth exceeded all 20 major cities analyzed except Phoenix for an annual home price increase of 30.8%.
New rent-controlled apartments to tackle St. Pete affordable housing crisis
St. Petersburg families now have affordable rent-controlled apartments thanks to a partnership combating the areas affordable housing crisis.
St. Petersburg families now have affordable rent-controlled apartments thanks to a partnership combating the areas affordable housing crisis.
St. Petersburg renters say rental assistance programs aren't enough for current market
In St. Petersburg, rent is up by more than 25%. City officials say more developers are stepping up to build housing with reduced rents for the city's workforce, but renters say long-term solutions aren’t working for the immediate needs of residents.
In St. Petersburg, rent is up by more than 25%. City officials say more developers are stepping up to build housing with reduced rents for the city's workforce, but renters say long-term solutions aren’t working for the immediate needs of residents.
East Tampa soon to have new affordable housing options
Three homes are under construction at Wast Emma street and East 32nd Avenue.
Three homes are under construction at Wast Emma street and East 32nd Avenue.
St. Pete extends rental assistance program, some residents fear it’s not enough
St. Petersburg residents having a difficult time making rent each month may qualify for assistance from the city, which just received more money to help with the rental crisis.
St. Petersburg residents having a difficult time making rent each month may qualify for assistance from the city, which just received more money to help with the rental crisis.
Habitat for Humanity's mission more important than ever amid housing crisis
In Sarasota County, most home or apartment rentals will cost more than $2,000 a month -- a 44% increase from last year. That's why Habitat for Humanity's work is more important than ever.
In Sarasota County, most home or apartment rentals will cost more than $2,000 a month -- a 44% increase from last year. That's why Habitat for Humanity's work is more important than ever.
‘It’s become a crisis’: Tampa mayor wants $5 million for rental assistance program
New buildings are booming in downtown Tampa, but renters, who are facing 25 percent increases, are facing sticker shock and that’s why Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is asking for additional funding for the city’s rental assistance program.
New buildings are booming in downtown Tampa, but renters, who are facing 25 percent increases, are facing sticker shock and that’s why Tampa Mayor Jane Castor is asking for additional funding for the city’s rental assistance program.
'I think there is hope for the everyday first-time homebuyer': Tampa realtor featured in HGTV show
Tampa was named one of the hottest housing markets in the country in 2022 by Zillow.
Tampa was named one of the hottest housing markets in the country in 2022 by Zillow.
Renters recall 'nightmare' experiences with corporate landlord Progress Residential
Companies are buying up rental properties faster than they can be listed for sale, squeezing renters and buyers totally out of the market.
Companies are buying up rental properties faster than they can be listed for sale, squeezing renters and buyers totally out of the market.
Rental assistance available for Hillsborough County residents
Renters and landlords can get direct payments for rent, utilities, and late fees through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program that began during the pandemic.
Renters and landlords can get direct payments for rent, utilities, and late fees through the Emergency Rental Assistance Program that began during the pandemic.
‘Where’s your compassion?’ Speakers make plea for rent control, Tampa city council explores other solutions
On Thursday, Tampa City Council was flooded with pleas from people asking them to take action against out-of-control rising rent. While they did come up with a few solutions, they stopped short of declaring an emergency, which would've put rent control up for a vote.
On Thursday, Tampa City Council was flooded with pleas from people asking them to take action against out-of-control rising rent. While they did come up with a few solutions, they stopped short of declaring an emergency, which would've put rent control up for a vote.
Tampa officials advance measure that could help low-income renters
Tampa City Council took a step this week toward passing a Tenants Bill of Rights, which would give renters protections they didn't previously have.
Tampa City Council took a step this week toward passing a Tenants Bill of Rights, which would give renters protections they didn't previously have.
Barndominums increase in popularity as Florida housing prices rise
A growing number of home buyers are seeking out barndominiums, a non-traditional home made of steel that’s part barn, part workspace and part living quarters that costs about $200,000.
A growing number of home buyers are seeking out barndominiums, a non-traditional home made of steel that’s part barn, part workspace and part living quarters that costs about $200,000.
Tampa councilman wants another vote on proposed tenant bill of rights ordinance
Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera is not giving up on an ordinance that would create a Tenant Bill of Rights.
Tampa City Councilman Luis Viera is not giving up on an ordinance that would create a Tenant Bill of Rights.
St. Pete increases down payment assistance to $60,000 for new buyers
The city of St. Petersburg says help is on the way for people struggling to find a place to live. Tenants advocates say helping people buy homes doesn't address the problem.
The city of St. Petersburg says help is on the way for people struggling to find a place to live. Tenants advocates say helping people buy homes doesn't address the problem.
Tampa tenants fight back after receiving notices to vacate with little warning
Residents at the Holly Court Apartments in Tampa are fighting for answers and change after receiving non-renewal notices and notices to vacate on New Year’s Eve.
Residents at the Holly Court Apartments in Tampa are fighting for answers and change after receiving non-renewal notices and notices to vacate on New Year’s Eve.
Tampa expands program that helps first-time buyers purchase homes
With the issue of affordable housing becoming more serious by the day around Tampa Bay, the city of Tampa is taking steps to try and deal with the problem.
With the issue of affordable housing becoming more serious by the day around Tampa Bay, the city of Tampa is taking steps to try and deal with the problem.
Tampa helps stabilize neighborhoods, housing costs with home repair assistance program
With housing and rent prices skyrocketing across the Tampa Bay area, many residents are feeling squeezed out of the market. Long time homeowners in some of Tampa’s oldest neighborhoods are under pressure to sell, especially when repair and maintenance costs start to seem insurmountable.
With housing and rent prices skyrocketing across the Tampa Bay area, many residents are feeling squeezed out of the market. Long time homeowners in some of Tampa’s oldest neighborhoods are under pressure to sell, especially when repair and maintenance costs start to seem insurmountable.