Michele Weiand

Under Construction. NEW CONSTRUCTION IN SOUTH TAMPA -- on an individual lot, not a townhome, not a subdivision -- and walkable to dining and retail. That almost doesn't exist. This 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home is being built directly adjacent to the new Interbay Commons, putting restaurants, coffee, and retail practically in your side yard. At 2,810 heated square feet on a 7,292 sq ft lot, you're getting real space in one of Tampa Bay's most sought-after corridors. No HOA. No CDD. Flood Zone X. THE LAYOUT: Built for how people actually live and work now. The primary suite and a private office are both on the main floor. No stairs required for your daily routine. Four additional bedrooms upstairs, each with built-in desk niches, plus two full baths. With 11-foot ceilings on the main level and 10-foot ceilings upstairs, the home feels open without wasted space. THE FINISHES: This IS NOT builder-grade. Calacatta quartz countertops throughout the kitchen, baths, and laundry. Tallulah Maple wire-brushed engineered hardwood in the main living areas. Samsung Bespoke appliance package including a 4-door French door refrigerator with Sphere Ice, 5-burner smart range, and Zline island-mount range hood in black stainless steel. Farmhouse sink in gunmetal black. Polished marble herringbone backsplash. The primary bath features a freestanding soaking tub with a floor-mount faucet in matte black, frameless glass shower with herringbone tile, dual vanities, and an LED mirror with anti-fog. The primary closet has a sliding barn door with frosted glass panels. Statement lighting throughout, including a marble chandelier in the foyer and a 72-inch Hunter ceiling fan in the living room. Coordinated oil rubbed bronze fixtures and brushed gold hardware tie it all together. OUTDOOR LIVING: The curb appeal pops with a paver driveway, matching walkways, and coastal Bahama shutters. Out back, a covered rear patio overlooks a deep, fully fenced yard -- total separation from the neighborhood when you want it, with plenty of room to add a pool or summer kitchen down the road. STORM READY: Impact-rated windows and exterior doors, 50-amp generator inlet, and a 6-course stem wall foundation for added structural integrity. THE MONEY MATH: Flood Zone X is the lowest-risk designation, which can mean significant savings on flood insurance compared to much of Tampa Bay. No HOA and no CDD means no monthly fees eating into your budget. High-efficiency HVAC keeps utility costs down. SOUTH TAMPA LIVING: Bayshore Boulevard is one of the longest continuous waterfront sidewalks in the world -- morning runs, evening bike rides, sunsets over the bay. Ballast Point Park puts you on the water for fishing, paddleboarding, or watching the planes come in. Gadsden Park and the brand-new MacDill 48 Park add even more green space nearby. You're close to Hyde Park Village and SoHo, but far enough to feel like a neighborhood, not a scene. THE COMMUTE: MacDill Air Force Base is 2.1 miles away, making this a smart choice for military families and DoD civilians. Downtown Tampa, Tampa International Airport, St. Pete, and the Gulf beaches are easy to reach via Gandy, the Selmon, or I-275. STILL TIME TO CUSTOMIZE: Expected completion is late June to early July. You can still choose cabinets and select finishes to make it yours.