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Unread 12-14-2011, 10:07 AM
 
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Smile relocating to Tampa area, looking for safe place near the Tampa international airport

My husband just got a job offer in Tampa. His office is near to the Tampa international airport. We have a german shepherd dog, which is usually not allowed by most apartments. So we would like to rent a single family house or townhouse, for no more than $1,500. Our only child is one year old (may have more later ), so good school is a plus but not extremely necessary now. Safety is the first priority.
It seems south Tampa is the best but expensive. New Tampa area is kind of more affordable, and there are more Asian residents (we are from Asia) but I'm really worried about the traffic. I think 45 min commute time is the upper limit, longer than that may easily drive him crazy......
Where is the best place to live? Any suggestions? We don't care much about how far from the sea, safety is the first priority. Many thanks!

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Unread 12-14-2011, 11:47 AM
 
Location: Clearwater, FL
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I would look at Westchase. Sounds like it would satisfy all of your criteria.
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Unread 12-14-2011, 12:03 PM
 
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^agreed. I would consider Carrolwood also.
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Unread 12-15-2011, 07:52 AM
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Citrus Park is also worth looking into. Not as expensive as Westchase but just up the road and near the mall and shopping. Your biggest problem is going to be finding a place that will accept the dog unfortunately. Northdale might also work for you.

You might want to check for places that will accept the dog and then ask here about the area
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Unread 12-15-2011, 08:22 AM
 
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Near the airport. All suggestions provided to you are good ones. I also work near the airport... sort of. NO matter what, traffic going South on any road is pretty bad in the morning. I live in Northdale and get to work in about 45 minutes using the Veterans. Going home at 5 o clock only takes 30 minutes though. The commute is quicker when school is out and the Snowbirds aren't around.

Sorry - Can;t give you any information about Asian communities. If working near the airport I woudl advice against New Tampa or Temple Terrace. They're out East a ways.
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Unread 12-15-2011, 08:44 AM
 
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Thank you very much for all the information! I'll keep searching.
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