This beautifully furnished 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is ideal for corporate housing, offering flexible leasing options such as weekly or monthly stays, with the ability to cancel with a 30-day notice for longer terms. Located just minutes from MacDill Air Force Base, it provides easy access to Tampa's vibrant attractions, including Bayshore Boulevard and Hyde Park Village. The property is perfect for traveling professionals, military families, or midterm guests, with all utilities and Wi-Fi included for a seamless living experience.

The home features a spacious primary suite with a private bath, a newly renovated kitchen, and a private deck for relaxing mornings. The fully fenced backyard offers a serene space for unwinding after a busy day. Additional amenities include lawn care, pest control, and trash services, ensuring a hassle-free stay. A welcome packet is provided upon arrival, offering valuable information about the property and surrounding area to enhance your Tampa experience.

Property Features

• 4 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms: Spacious layout ideal for comfort and privacy.
• Fully Furnished: Move-in ready with all necessary furnishings.
• In Unit Laundry: Convenient laundry room for easy access.
• Private Deck: Perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.
• Proximity to Attractions: Minutes from MacDill Air Force Base and local hotspots.

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