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The top term used in home listings in Tampa was "pool," according to Zillow.
Why it matters: The language in listings give a sense as to what's most desirable in the city's red-hot real estate market, as agents compete to catch a potential buyer's attention.
The top 10 Zillow terms in Tampa:
- Pool (54% of listings)
- Garage (41.1%)
- Granite (35.1%)
- Pet-friendly (33.1%)
- Walk-in closet (31.5%)
- Stainless steel (28.5%)
- Bar (24.7%)
- Patio (22%)
- Landscaping (17.6%)
- Court (17.2%)
The state of play: Real estate agent James Adair tells Axios most Tampa area buyers want an open-concept home in a nice neighborhood close to the water.
- What's in: White kitchens with brass hardware and quartz counters.
- What's out: Carpet and the farmhouse style.
The big picture: A buyer in Tampa Bay isn’t all that different from the average national buyer, as many of the top terms used locally, like garage or walk-in closet, are also common in other markets.
- What sets Tampa apart is the emphasis on outdoor living and lifestyle, with landscaping, patios, pools, and sports courts all ranking high.
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