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Camille Austin

Camille Austin is a Commercial Real Estate Agent representing buyers and sellers of industrial, office, land, and investment properties throughout Tampa Bay and East Pasco.

Double Branch Taking Shape as a “Small City” Along I-75 in Pasco County

Double Branch, the approximately 1,000-acre mixed-use development along I-75 between Overpass Road and State Road 52, is being envisioned as essentially a “small city” — bringing together housing, retail, restaurants, employment, entertainment and public gathering spaces over the next decade and beyond.

$85.6 Million in Financing Fuels Two Major Pasco County Communities

A Tampa-based developer has secured financing to develop two sites slated for master-planned communities in fast-growing Pasco County.

Water Street Tampa Phase II Signals Continued Growth for Downtown Tampa

Construction has begun on Phase II of Water Street Tampa, further advancing one of the largest and most impactful mixed-use developments in the Southeast. The next phase will add new retail, parking, and future mixed-use space, reinforcing Tampa's position as a premier destination for investment, business growth, and urban development.

Pasco County’s Industrial Growth Continues with New Development at North Tampa 75

A Real estate developer and design-build construction firm has broken ground on a 301,600-square-foot industrial building in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

Understanding Commercial Real Estate Trends: The Rise of Service-Based Tenants

Retail real estate is evolving. For the first time, service-based tenants now occupy more retail space than traditional goods retailers. Fitness centers, pickleball facilities, wellness services, and personal care businesses are driving leasing activity as consumer demand shifts toward experiences that cannot be delivered online. This trend is reshaping how retail centers are leased, designed, and positioned for the future.

Why Pasco County’s Growth Corridor is a Hotspot for Commercial Real Estate Investors

Pasco County's growth corridor is drawing sharp attention from commercial real estate investors, and for good reason.

Major Mixed-Use Redevelopment Planned Near MOSI

Hillsborough County is outlining plans for a transformative mixed-use district featuring 10-story buildings, a hotel, walkable streets, green plazas, structured parking, and mid-rise residential along Fowler Avenue. The proposal would shift land use to allow denser residential and commercial development, signaling major momentum for this corridor.

A Warm Welcome to Wesley Chapel: Exploring the New Additions to The Grove

The Grove at Wesley Chapel is expanding with new retail like Target, Belk Market, and Woody's Wash Shack, plus evolving KRATE container park. Future projects through 2026 will boost local economy, convenience, and community appeal.

Tampa Bay Commercial Real Estate Shows Selective Recovery in 2025

Total sales volume across the four major commercial property types—office, industrial, retail, and multifamily—surpassed $5.5 billion in 2025, just 2% higher than 2024. While that signals stabilization, the recovery was far from uniform. Office and retail posted gains, industrial remained strong, and multifamily continued to face headwinds.

The Future of Retail: What 2026 Holds for Shopping Center Prices

U.S. shopping centers have proven extremely resilient, having withstood e-commerce disruption, a global pandemic and the fastest increase in interest rates in decades.

Tampa Bay’s Medical Office Market: Navigating Vacancy and Demand Trends

Tampa Bay’s medical office market continues to outperform its traditional office counterpart, even as recent closures by large physician groups have led to a temporary softening in fundamentals.