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Discover Tampa Bay Through History, Architecture & Community

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WHY MARK

More Than Real Estate.

A trusted voice in Tampa Bay’s real estate, history, community, and culture.
REAL ESTATE

$400M+
sold 

Over $400 million in real estate sold across Tampa Bay.
REAL COMMUNITY

Rotary District Governor 

Proudly served as Rotary District Governor, leading with service above self.

HISTORIC HOMES

Tampa Bay preservation advocate 

A passionate advocate for preserving Tampa Bay’s architectural heritage.
STORYTELLING

Creator of Discover Delightful Dunedin  

Founder of Discover Delightful Dunedin, sharing local stories that connect people with place.
The Journal

Tampa Bay, in long form.

Essays, histories, and field notes from across the bay published monthly, read slowly.

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Explore Communities

Eight communities worth calling home.

Not listings destinations. The character, the pace, and the people of the places that make this coast.

Dunedin

Safety Harbor

Downtown St. Pete

Palm Harbor

Gulfport

St Pete Beach

Seminole Heights

Clearwater Beach

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Historic Homes Tampa Bay

The house That Remember who we were.

Every historic district tells you something true about the people who built it. Mark reads these homes like documents the brackets and the bungalow porches, the terra-cotta and the heart-pine floors and helps the right stewards find them.
Mediterranean Revival
Old Northeast, St. Pete
Babe Ruth House
Seminole Heights, Tampa
Frame Vernacular Cottages
Pass-a-Grille
Mission & Spanish Eclectic
Hyde Park
Historic Gallery 1
Historic Gallery 2
Historic Gallery 3
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Discover Delightful Dunedin

Explore Dunedin through local eyes.

Film
Photography
Local Business
Community stories
Events
A small publication within the publication film, photography, and field reporting from the town Mark calls home. Made the way locals actually live it.
DISCOVER DUNEDIN
TAMPA BAY INTELLIGENCE

Market Insight Beyond the Headlines.

Monthly commentary, video analysis, and local perspective on the trends shaping Tampa Bay’s real estate market and communities.
01

Why Historic Homes Continue to Outperform

A look at timeless value, limited inventory, and lasting demand.

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02

The Future of Downtown Dunedin

Investment, lifestyle, and opportunity in one of Florida's most charming downtowns.

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03

What Hurricane Recovery Means for Buyers

Market shifts, insurance realities, and what comes next.

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The Story

The Story of Mark Middleton

Mark Middleton combines a historian’s perspective, a photographer’s eye, and a community leader’s passion to help people find their place in Tampa Bay. After traveling to 92 countries and building deep local roots, he believes home is more than an address it’s a connection to place, history, and community.
"I don't think of myself as someone who sells houses. I think of myself as someone who introduces people to a place I love."

OriginAdopted in Detroit

Raised with an appreciation for resilience, craftsmanship, and place.

RootsMoved to Florida

Found a home in Florida and a lasting connection to Tampa Bay.

USFUSF history degree 

Studied history through the lens of people, places, and community.

9292 countries

Explored the world while learning what makes a place unforgettable.

26.2Marathon runner 

Built endurance through discipline, focus, and consistency.

LensPhotographer 

Capturing the character and stories hidden in everyday places.

RotaryRotary leader 

Leading with service and investing in stronger communities.

TodayRealtor

Helping people find not just a home, but a sense of belonging.