Barrett Henry Realtor

04/10/2026

🌀 The first 2026 hurricane season forecast just dropped yesterday.

Colorado State is calling for a below-average season — 13 named storms, 6 hurricanes, 2 major. El Niño is expected to keep things quieter than the last few years.

That's good news. But here's the thing — it only takes one.

If you're buying or selling in Tampa Bay this year, here's what actually matters right now:

→ Review your homeowner's insurance BEFORE June 1. Premiums are still climbing and carriers are still pulling out of Florida. Don't wait until a storm is in the Gulf.

→ Sellers: get your roof inspection done now. A clean roof report is one of the biggest deal-savers in this market.

→ Buyers: ask about flood zone, wind mitigation credits, and what the current owner pays for insurance. That monthly number matters more than ever.

Hurricane season starts June 1. The time to prepare is right now — not when The Weather Channel starts naming storms.

Questions about how storm season affects your home's value or your next move? That's what I'm here for.
📲 (813) 733-7907

Barrett Henry | REALTOR® | RE/MAX Collective
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04/05/2026

1920s Pinellas County. No Gandy Bridge. No Howard Frankland. Brick roads connecting towns most people have never heard of.

Wall Springs. Ozona. Woodrow. Lealman. Bayview De Soto. Names that got swallowed up as Tampa Bay grew.
Look closely and you can see the “To Tampa” and “To Brooksville” markers at the edges, like Pinellas was its own little world back then. Because it was.

This is the kind of history that makes selling real estate here feel different. Every neighborhood has a story most agents never bother to learn.

📷 Image courtesy of Kathleen Johnson Haunty via Florida History. AZO RPPC from a private collection.

What old Tampa Bay place names do you remember that nobody uses anymore? Drop them below.

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03/31/2026

$1,586 a month in HOA fees. Before the mortgage even starts.

But when you wake up to this view every single morning, you might not care.

This fully renovated beachfront condo sits directly on Siesta Key. Not "walking distance." Not "minutes away." Directly on the beach. Gulf of Mexico views from your living room. Powdery white sand outside your door. 1,464 square feet of brand new everything.

2 BD | 2 BA | $1,350,000

That's $922 per square foot for one of the most famous beaches in the country. The building has a heated pool, fitness center, and you're steps from Siesta Key Village for restaurants, shops, and nightlife.

Here's the real question. Would you pay $7,700+ a month to live ON the beach? Or would you take that money and buy a house with a pool 20 minutes inland?

Drop your answer below. I want to see where people land on this one.

📍 19 Whispering Sands Dr #302, Sarasota, FL 34242

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Barrett Henry | Broker Associate
RE/MAX Collective | (813) 733-7907

Listed by Sarasota Realty Center LLC

View details, photos & schedule a showing for 19 WHISPERING SANDS DRIVE 302 in SARASOTA, FL. Contact Barrett Henry, Broker Associate | (813) 733-7907

03/31/2026

New on the market in Palmetto. Let's talk about what it actually costs to buy this house.

3 BD | 2 BA | 996 SF
2025 Roof. 2023 AC. No HOA.
Listed at $270,000.

Here's what most people don't realize. Florida has down payment assistance programs that can cover your ENTIRE down payment and closing costs. For this home, that's up to $13,500 from Florida Hometown Heroes alone, and Manatee County has additional programs that can add another $15,000 on top of that.

Estimated monthly payment with DPA: approximately $2,141.

That includes taxes, insurance, and mortgage insurance. No money down. No monthly payment on the assistance. It's deferred until you sell or refi.

Stop scrolling Zillow and start getting pre-approved. If you work full time in Florida and haven't owned a home in the last 3 years, you may qualify.

📍 2508 1st Ave E, Palmetto, FL 34221

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Send me a message or call (813) 733-7907. I'll connect you with a lender who handles these programs every day.

Listed by FIDATA REAL ESTATE LLC

Barrett Henry | Broker Associate
RE/MAX Collective | (813) 733-7907

View details, photos & schedule a showing for 2508 1ST AVENUE E in PALMETTO, FL. Contact Barrett Henry, Broker Associate | (813) 733-7907

03/30/2026

$6.7M 💰 $8,441/mo HOA. Estimated mortgage payment around $30,568/month.

Now that I have your attention… the Waldorf Astoria Residences are coming to St. Petersburg. 🏗️ Pre construction. 50 stories on the waterfront.

This unit: 4 bed, 4.5 bath, 3,772 sq ft. Floor to ceiling windows. Three balconies. ☀️ Sunrise over the bay, sunset to the west. Sub Zero and Wolf kitchen. Spa inspired primary suite. Dual infinity pools, wellness spa, Peacock Alley, valet parking. 🏊‍♂️

Steps from the St. Pete Pier, the Dali Museum, and some of the best beaches in the country. 🌴

Whether this is your price point or not, this is what’s happening in Tampa Bay real estate right now. The market is moving. Let’s talk about where YOU want to be. 📲

🔗 Full details: https://nowtb.com/properties/listing/StellarMLS/TB8492159/150-2ND-AVENUE-S-4502,-ST-PETERSBURG,-FL-33701-%7C-Homes-for-Sale-%7C-Barrett-Henry

Barrett Henry, REALTOR®
Broker Associate | RE/MAX Collective

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Listed by Smith & Associates Real Estate

View details, photos & schedule a showing for 150 2ND AVENUE S 4502 in ST PETERSBURG, FL. Contact Barrett Henry, Broker Associate | (813) 733-7907

03/30/2026

🏡 Waterset. David Weekley. Pond View. Under $405K.

5663 Del Coronado Drive, Apollo Beach

3 BD | 2 BA | 1,821 SF | $405,000

Move-in ready in one of Apollo Beach’s most popular communities. This 2021 David Weekley home in Waterset delivers the open floor plan, stone counters, tray ceilings, and the kind of quality build that holds its value.

Single story. 2-car garage. Peaceful pond view from the back porch. Primary suite with private bath and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms with flexibility for a home office or guest space.

Waterset brings the lifestyle — resort-style pool, fitness center, clubhouse, tennis, basketball, playground, and parks. HOA is just $152/year. You read that right. Per year.

Minutes from I-75 for easy access to Tampa, St. Pete, and Sarasota. FHA, VA, USDA, and conventional financing all eligible.

📞 (813) 733-7907 or DM me to schedule a private showing.

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Barrett Henry | RE/MAX Collective
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Listed by Mark It Realty Group Inc.

View details, photos & schedule a showing for 5663 DEL CORONADO DRIVE in APOLLO BEACH, FL. Contact Barrett Henry, Broker Associate | (813) 733-7907

03/30/2026

🚤 Waterfront. Boat Slip. Gulf Access. Old Florida Charm.

4375 Marina View Way, Cortez

3 BD | 2.5 BA | 1,678 SF | $1,375,000

This is the Florida lifestyle people move here for. A coastal waterfront home in Cortez — one of the last authentic Old Florida fishing villages on the Gulf Coast — minutes from Anna Maria Island.

Built in 2022. Three stories. Concrete block. Metal roof. Hurricane-impact windows. Solar panels with battery storage. This home was built to last and built to save.

Sitting on the largest waterfront lot in Hunter’s Point with unobstructed canal views out back and Gulf sunset views from the front porches. Four outdoor living spaces. 25-foot deeded boat slip with direct Gulf access. No bridges. No locks. Just open water.

Fire up the boat for island hopping, world-class fishing, or waterfront dining in minutes. Walk to Cortez Village for fresh-off-the-boat seafood. Short drive to Bradenton, Holmes Beach, and Sarasota.

No hurricane damage. Can be sold furnished for a true turnkey opportunity — primary residence, second home, or investment.

📞 (813) 733-7907 or DM me for a private showing.

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Barrett Henry | RE/MAX Collective
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Listed by People’s Trust Realty.

View details, photos & schedule a showing for 4375 MARINA VIEW WAY in CORTEZ, FL. Contact Barrett Henry, Broker Associate | (813) 733-7907

03/30/2026

🏠 $0 Down. $1,846/mo. You read that right.

36106 Lake Chase Blvd #201, Zephyrhills

3 BD | 2 BA | 1,325 SF | $168,000

Stop paying someone else’s mortgage. This move-in ready condo in Belmont at Ryals Chase could be yours with ZERO money down using Florida’s down payment assistance programs.

Here’s how it works:

🔹 FHA loan at 3.5% down = $5,880
🔹 Florida Hometown Heroes covers up to $8,400 (0% interest, deferred)
🔹 Pasco County SHIP adds up to $35,000 more if needed
🔹 Stack them together = $0 out of pocket at closing
Rent a 3BR in Zephyrhills: $1,800–$2,000/mo. You build nothing.

Own this condo: ~$1,846/mo. You build equity every single month.

Brand new carpet. Remodeled primary bath. Walk-in closets in every bedroom. Resort-style pool, basketball court, and volleyball. HOA includes water, sewer, and trash.

First-time buyer? 640+ credit? Full-time Florida worker? You may qualify.

This is the call. Stop scrolling and start owning.
📞 (813) 733-7907 or DM me. Let’s run your numbers.

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Barrett Henry | RE/MAX Collective
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Listed by Coldwell Banker Aquaterra Realty.
Estimated payments are hypothetical and for illustration only. Actual rates, fees, taxes, and insurance may vary. Program eligibility and funding are subject to change. Contact a licensed loan officer for personalized scenarios.

View details, photos & schedule a showing for 36106 LAKE CHASE BOULEVARD 201 in ZEPHYRHILLS, FL. Contact Barrett Henry, Broker Associate | (813) 733-7907

03/30/2026

🏌️ Golf Course + Waterfront. Brand New Build. One of Only 25.

370 Belleair Drive NE, St. Petersburg

This isn’t your typical luxury listing. This is a 4,338 SF contemporary masterpiece sitting right on the 16th hole of the private Vinoy Golf Course — with water views AND Downtown St. Pete skyline views from both levels.

Built in 2024 by Bright Bay Builders. Solid concrete construction on reinforced augercast pile foundation. Walls of glass. 10’ ceilings. Commercial-grade elevator. Custom everything.

The kitchen alone is worth the tour — porcelain slab waterfall island, Danby Marble counters, Thermador column appliances, hidden champagne trough, and The Galley sink.

Outdoor kitchen with built-in grill + pizza oven. Custom Sekas pool included in the purchase price. Sonos throughout. Automated shades. California cool meets Florida waterfront.

5 BD | 4.5 BA | 4,338 SF | 0.21 Acres
$5,250,000 | MLS # TB8491778

This one won’t last.
Send me a message or call (813) 733-7907.

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Barrett Henry | RE/MAX Collective
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Listed by: Northstar Realty.

View details, photos & schedule a showing for 370 BELLEAIR DRIVE NE in ST PETERSBURG, FL. Contact Barrett Henry, Broker Associate | (813) 733-7907