Bordering the Gulf of Mexico and only 20 minutes from Tampa, the charming city of Palm Harbor, Fla. has much to offer. For those considering a new property, Palm Harbor real estate listings abound providing many types of properties to choose from such as condominiums, houses, old mansions and gated golf course communities.

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Palm Harbor Real Estate Listings

The sun never seems to stop shining over the relaxing and inviting city of Palm Harbor, Fla. The city is conveniently located just 20 minutes from Tampa and within 20 miles from two different international airports. With white-sand beaches stretching up and down its coast and blue waters from the Gulf of Mexico situated almost right outside ones front door, it is easy to understand why the housing market here is doing so well. For anyone considering buying a property in this gorgeous, charming Floridian city, Palm Harbor real estate listings are plentiful.

Things to Do in Palm Harbor

Golf courses thrive in this sunny climate and several exist throughout the neighborhood. With so many days of sun and clear skies, golfers are able to tee-off throughout the year. Fishing trips and boating activities are also a wonderful part of the recreational menu. Various fishing tours take interested parties out into the gulf where there are fish such as trout, redfish, grouper and king mackerel waiting to be caught. Look for a company that will only charge money if fish are caught, and you’re all set for a leisure day on the waters.

In addition to these more outdoorsy pursuits, this picturesque town also offers its residents a couple of unique attractions. One such attraction is the Primate Sanctuary or as it is called by the locals, the Chimp Farm. Here chimps, orangutans and even a gorilla lead a comfortable, lazy life. Most of these animals have been moved here after having retired from a fruitful career at a zoo or from a career in Hollywood.

Another distinctive structure is the historical Hartley house which offers a taste of what life used to be like in Palm Harbor. Built in 1915 this historical mansion houses the North Pinellas Historical Museum where an assortment of exhibits covers the history of the Palm Harbor and the surrounding environs from the time this area was first settled in the 1800s up to the present day. Admission is free for those who are interested in exploring the history associated with this region.

Real Estate Listings in Palm Harbor

In 2000, 60,000 residents lived in Palm Harbor and the market has continued to expand with new housing developments continuously making their way into this city. Today, more than 70,000 people live in Palm Harbor with the housing market still performing well.

Palm Harbor real estate listings include a variety of choices. An interested buyer will find anything from condominiums, newly constructed houses, old mansions to gated golf course communities for sale. Currently, real estate listings in Palm Harbor include many more resells than newly built houses, and listings stay on the market for an average of 30 days.

Generally, average home prices start around $190,000. A three-bedroom house can range in price from $190,000 to $700,000. Overall, prices for water-front properties are more expensive. From mid-January to mid-February 2006, around 120 properties were sold with an average sales price of $305,656 and during this time, about 500 properties had an average asking price of $397,000.

By Alexandria Wong

A REALTOR® is a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®