How much home can you buy for $150K in the Tampa Bay area?

With the real estate inventory going down and prices going up, finding a home in the Tampa Bay area has been more of a challenge for buyers this year.  But, if you look hard enough, there are still some great, affordable choices.  Today, we take a tour throughout the Tampa Bay area and highlight gorgeous homes that are currently on the market for around $150,000.  

St. Petersburg - 2660 4th Avenue N.
List Price: $149,900

Located in the beautiful, historic Kenwood area of St. Petersburg, this charming 2bd/2ba, 1208 sq ft home features hardwood floors, an upgraded kitchen with granite countertops and new appliances, and a 2 car garage.  Built in 1949, this home has had many practical upgrades done in the last few years, including a new roof, new attic insulation, new water heater, & an upgraded electric system.
Listing provided by The Debbie Cunningham Team

Dunedin - 622 Edgewater Drive #523
List Price: $149,900

This spectacular condo is located in the 55+ waterfront community of Edgewater Arms in Dunedin.  With breathtaking views of the intracoastal & the community pool, this light & bright 1bd/1ba, 950 sq ft condo has been meticulously maintained by its current owners.  Featuring new tile floors and sold partially furnished, the buyers of this condo will be right around the corner from charming downtown Dunedin.
Listing provided by Coldwell Banker Residential

South Tampa - 4715 W. Prescott Street
List Price: $154,900

Completely remodeled 3bd/2ba, 1 car garage home in South Tampa, just a short driving distance to MacDill and easy access to Pinellas County via the Gandy bridge.  This wonderful home features wood floors, fresh paint, updated bathrooms, a new dark wood kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and a private fenced in backyard.  
Listing provided by Charles Rutenberg Realty Inc.

North Tampa - 4713 Fox Hunt Drive
List Price: $150,000

This terrific 1380 sq ft home in the Carrollwood area of Tampa features 3bd/2ba plus a 2 car garage & in-ground pool.  There is tile throughout the main living areas for easy clean-up, as well as a new stainless steel refrigerator, & backyard fence.  Located in a quiet subdivision in the heart of North Tampa.
Listing Provided by Tropic Shores Realty

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Melanie Atkinson is a realtor with The Wood Team at Coldwell Banker .  She can be reached at Melanie@WoodTeamRealty.com.