Welcome to a charming oasis in East Pompano Beach, perfect for corporate tenants, academics, and traveling medical professionals seeking a serene yet central location. This well-appointed 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family residence offers a spacious 1,528 square feet of living space, with a private pool and ample parking for up to three vehicles. With the option for a multi-year lease and the flexibility to furnish according to your preferences, this home is ready to accommodate your specific needs.

Situated just moments from key South Florida attractions, this property ensures a convenient lifestyle with quick access to shopping, dining, major highways, and the beach. Enjoy the comfort of central air conditioning, and the convenience of in-unit laundry, making daily living effortless. Experience the best of both worlds with a quiet residential atmosphere and proximity to vibrant city life.

Important Notes

Garage has a studio and has tenants; the tenant does not have access to the house. The garage is not rented together with the house. Need to pay $900 to use the garage. Open to a multi-year lease; check with Landlord as per Elaine.

Property Features

• 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms: A comfortable layout perfect for professionals and families alike.
• Private Pool: Enjoy your own personal retreat with a spacious backyard pool.
• In Unit Laundry: Washer and dryer included for your convenience.
• Parking: Off-street parking for up to three vehicles.
• Pet-Friendly: Small dogs are welcome.
• Central Air: Stay comfortable year-round with efficient cooling.

Tampa does not have a single "permit" that makes a property legal. Instead, it relies entirely on Zoning Districts.

The critical rule to know is the "7-Day Minimum."

• Residential Zones: In most standard residential zones (RS, RM), rentals for less than 7 nights are generally prohibited unless the property is in a specific "Overlay District" or you obtain a difficult "Special Use" permit.
• Commercial Zones: If the property is in a Commercial zone (e.g., Ybor City, Channelside, Kennedy Blvd corridor), nightly rentals are allowed by right.
• Arbitrage Strategy: You must focus on properties in Commercial Zones or accept that you can only do 7+ night bookings in residential areas.

Key Requirements

• State License: You must obtain a Vacation Rental License from the Florida DBPR.

• Business Tax Receipt (BTR): You must register for a City of Tampa and Hillsborough County Business Tax Receipt.

• 7-Day Rule Compliance: You must verify the zoning. If you list a residential home for 2-night weekends, Code Enforcement can shut you down for illegal "transient use".

Operational and Safety Standards

• Occupancy Limits: Maximum of 2 persons per bedroom + 2 additional persons (City Code).
• Noise: Tampa has strict noise ordinances, particularly in Ybor City and South Tampa. Citations go to the "Responsible Party".

Tax Obligations (The Good News)

• Total Tax Rate: ~14.5% Total (7.5% State Sales/Surtax + 6% Tourist Development Tax).
• Collection: Airbnb and Vrbo COLLECT the 6% Hillsborough County Tourist Development Tax (TDT) for you.

• Note: Even though they collect it, you are technically still supposed to create a "Tourist Tax Account" with the Tax Collector for reporting purposes, though the payment is automated.

Enforcement

• Code Enforcement: Enforcement is complaint-driven but active. If neighbors report "party houses" in 7-day restricted zones, the city investigates the listing calendar to prove the violation.

Summary for Arbitrage

• Commercial Zones (Green Light): Ybor, Channelside, Downtown.
• Residential Zones (Yellow Light): Only viable if you set a 7-night minimum stay