When buyers search for homes, they often start with bedrooms, bathrooms, and price.
But there's another question that deserves equal attention:
How long will I spend getting to work?
Tampa's geography makes location particularly important.
Major transportation routes include:
- I-75
- I-275
- I-4
- Selmon Expressway
- US-301
- US-41
Someone working in Downtown Tampa may have very different priorities from someone commuting toward Lakeland, Wesley Chapel, Clearwater, or St. Petersburg.
Before purchasing, test the commute during the hours you actually travel.
A 25-minute drive on a quiet afternoon may be very different during weekday peak traffic.
Our Advice
Choose the neighborhood first.
Then choose the house.
Because a slightly smaller home in a better location may provide a better quality of life than a larger home with a difficult commute.