The most popular words in Tampa Zillow listings

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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