The Gulf Coast is often considered the gem of the state of Florida with sugar-sand beaches, a tropical climate, natural abundance, and enchanting beachfront homes for sale along the Florida Gulf of Mexico. Florida waterfront homes allow you to enjoy breathtaking vistas and award-winning beaches that attract visitors from all over the world.

This coast draws tourists that are eager to enjoy the laid-back salt life which the locals bask in 365 days a year. While a vacation is nice, being able to walk to the beach from your home and enjoy the beach year-long is the dream of a coastal lifestyle.

The dream of owning a beachfront home in this area means mornings that begin with the sound of the ocean waves, the view of dolphins playing in the horizon, and…

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Florida is home to some of the most spectacular beaches in the country, boasting award-winning beaches that are recognized across the country for their sugar soft sand and idyllic, coastal appeal, especially along the Gulf Coast. When it comes to the beach lifestyle, the Sunshine State has it all. And there is an abundance of Florida beach homes for sale for you to enjoy all that coastal living can offer.

While a day trip to one of the beautiful Florida beaches can be enjoyable and relaxing, shore-side living offers so much more. Living on the beach means mornings can begin with a refreshing beachside walk, watching the waves roll in, spotting dolphins on the horizon, and enjoying the ocean breeze. The salt life offers a slower pace and is all about…

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Tampa Bay has been making quite an impression on the world this year, attracting an influx of new residents and investors and becoming recognized as a top tourist destination known for beautiful beaches, friendly people, and an abundance of attractions to enjoy. The global accolades have been a boon to the real estate market and demand for luxury condos has skyrocketed.  

The Sanctuary at Alexandra Place Water View

Construction at The Sanctuary at Alexandra Place

We have three luxury condo buildings at different stages of the construction process in premier locations in South Tampa and we expect four more luxury towers to begin construction next year in 2020. With each tower bringing a unique approach to luxury and drool-worthy amenities, the excitement for the Virage, the Sanctuary, and…

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Florida has some of the most beautiful homes in the country and our million-dollar listings in Tampa Bay attract buyers from all over the world. We call these luxury homes, the Smith Signature Collection. The collection is a curated selection of homes for the discerning buyer who is looking for a home that has it all.

Take a peek at our top 20 Million Dollar Homes:

 1. 12321 Fort King Highway | Thonotosassa

The Oaks, a magnificent sprawling country estate situated on Lake Thonotosassa, is one of Florida's most significant homes to be built within the last century. The French-Normandy style gated manor includes 8 bedrooms, 12 full bathrooms, and 14 half baths for 36,361 SF of air-conditioned space and 42,782 SF under roof.

12321 Fort King Highway Thonotosassa

2. 4929 New…

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City of St. Petersburg Buys Science Center

The Science Center of Pinellas sold for $3.15 million to the City of St. Petersburg. The sale was recorded as the second highest commercial sale in the 33710 zip code in the last five years. Located at 7701 22nd Avenue North, the City of St. Petersburg has plans to extend its water treatment plant on the property. CareerSource Pinellas’ Board of Directors approved Smith & Associates Real Estate's provider bid paving the way for them to sell The Science Center on the competitive market.  

Science Center Aerial Photo

“It was a pleasure to provide real estate services to CareerSource Pinellas and The City of St. Petersburg. The St. Petersburg real estate market is strong and I was confident that we would sell this beautiful…

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The Smith farm party has become an annual ritual at the Glaser ranch, Wise Owl Farms. Our CEO, Bob Glaser, throws the ultimate country hoedown with fun for the kids, catered food, and dancing under the stars. It is a chance to come together after a busy season and enjoy time together. Smith employees are encouraged to bring spouses, kids, even friends in an effort to bring our team closer together. When you work with a team of agents that are like a family, you get a network of professionals that strive to make sure your move is seamless. Smith is Home!

Check out some photos from the extraordinary event!

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Kolter’s New Condominium Tower Brings Modern Luxury to Historic Hyde Park

With local interest continuing to build around Hyde Park House following a successful stream of early reservations, the Kolter Group has officially opened the sales gallery doors for this 22- story luxury condominium situated in the Hyde Park Historic District.

The state-of-the-art sales gallery at 142 W. Platt Street features a detailed scale model, designer kitchen fitted with world-class appliances and finishes, and a cutting-edge interactive presentation. Smith & Associates Real Estate is the exclusive listing agent for this property, and the skilled sales team will guide prospective buyers through 12 spacious floorplans complemented by an impressive array of amenities and…

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Smith has two office locations in St. Petersburg, one located off of Second Street and one right on Beach Drive, with many of our Smith employees not just living in St. Pete but also calling it home. We know that St. Pete is a special community known for its vibrant, eclectic, and artistic feel. Many people that we help relocate to St. Pete and find homes tell us that this sense of community and uniqueness is what draws them to our area.

That’s why when Preserve the Burg is looking for supporters, Smith is there! Preserve the Burg is an organization dedicated to fostering preservation and appreciation for the historic environment of St. Pete. They are actively bringing cultural events to our community that enhance our urban downtown. We attended the…

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Commercial real estate investing can be a great way to increase your income streams and build wealth. In Tampa Bay, investing in commercial real estate is highly viable and accessible with many opportunities in the urban centers or sprawling suburbs. Commercial real estate is a property that can be leased out to businesses or retail where investors can collect rent from businesses that occupy the space. Once you have figured out that the income-producing potential of a commercial real estate property might be lucrative, a commercial real estate agent can help you find the right property. Commercial real estate investments earn money through income and also through appreciation of the property over time. Here are the main types of commercial real estate…

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While we have a full calendar of community events that support the arts, education, equality and other causes that are dear to us, the annual Heart Walk is one of our favorites. This year, we joined forces with our friends at Strategic Property Partners (SPP). SPP  is a full-service commercial real estate development firm with an incredible project coming to downtown Tampa, Water Street Tampa. By forming one team, our two companies walked together in the 2019 Tampa Bay Heart Walk to have an even greater impact on our abilities to raise funds this year.  

Smith Team at the Hear Walk

Smith has sponsored a team for the past 6 years and promote it internally with pre-walk events and healthy living workshops. Last year, we hired a yoga instructor to come to our offices to give our…

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