Shawna Calvert · 27North Realty
Waterfront Florida,
without the guesswork
let’s find your place
Straight answers on canal depths, flood zones, CDD fees and boat access, before you fall in love with the wrong house.
From Shawna
You are buying a neighborhood,
not just a house
and I know these ones
I sell more than fifty waterfront homes a year across Southshore, Tampa Bay, the Sun Coast and Sarasota, and I have walked the docks, checked the canal depths at low tide, and read the CDD disclosures on most of them.
Out-of-state buyers get blindsided by the things nobody puts in a listing: which bridge you cannot clear, what a flood zone really costs you at renewal, which gate is guarded and which is a keypad. That is the part I am here for.
Southshore communities
Why does the neighborhood come first?
Real photography, real fees, real boat access. A straight read on each community before you tour it.
MiraBay
Lagoon living, a resort clubhouse and direct Tampa Bay access through the lock.
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Bimini Bay
Gated, Key West color, brick drives and canal homes with a short run to open water.
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Andalucía
Guarded gate, community marina, bayfront pool and higher elevation than most.
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Neighbor first,
agent second
right here in MiraBay
I live in MiraBay, and the families I help settle into Apollo Beach become the neighbors I see at the pool, at the clubhouse and around town. That keeps my advice honest, because I’ll still be your neighbor long after closing day.
Our whole team runs on Go-Giver principles. We would rather give you the real answer about flood zones, CDD fees and the depth of the canal at low tide than the easy one. Go-Givers tend to find each other, and that’s a big part of why I say it out loud.
Verified client reviews
What do clients say about working with Shawna?
Word for word from my verified RateMyAgent profile, where buyers and sellers have left more than 290 five-star reviews.
Shawna was not only able to find us a great waterfront home before it was listed
Shawna was not only able to find us a great waterfront home before it was listed. We were very happy with the purchase but we found one with a better view for $150k more, so she helped us find an ideal tenant immediately so we could move into our dream home. She has been super helpful after the sale. She has a wealth of knowledge for local contractors for everything from sprinkler repair to building a dock and pool. Excellent service!
Shawna is a great realtor! She is a Mirabay and Apollo Beach expert
Shawna is a great realtor! She is a Mirabay and Apollo Beach expert. She was always available to show us places. She was insightful in the negotiation and close, and has continued to provide us with home-owner guidance. If you are buying/selling in AB, you must use Shawna!
Outstanding!!!!! 🤩
From the minute we met Shawna we felt like she cared about us more than just the sale of our home. She communicated with us each step of the way and shared information in a timely manner. In addition to being a stellar and experienced realtor, she is a loving and caring human. We loved working with her and she went above and beyond to help us when we had to relocate out of state prior to the sale of our home. Shawna is a GO-Giver and we are grateful to have worked with her.
Above and Beyond from Start to Finish
We had such a wonderful experience working with Shawna on the purchase of our Florida home. From the very beginning, Shawna was kind, friendly, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. The golf cart tour she gave us of the area was such a thoughtful and fun way to help us get a feel for the community. Buying a home from out of state can be stressful, but she made everything feel easy and manageable.
Shawna made the buying process feel easy and comfortable, and we always felt that she genuinely cared about helping us find the right home. We are so grateful for her help and would highly recommend Shawna to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the area!
We could not have bought ‘our house’ without Shawna.
Shawna is very knowledgeable when it comes to market realty. She has much expertise and thus is able to quickly and efficiently find exactly what you are looking for. Her negotiating skills saved us money and her attention to details was appreciated. She continues to work with us even after the purchase and is helpful in sourcing out our needs.
Great Outcome In A Tough Market
Shawna and her team were so coordinated. There team work made the whole procyess flow smoothly. Everything went as it should, getting the property listed quickly, stageing the home made a tremendous different. Following the buyer through the loan process gave us a great deal of comfort. We highly recommend Shawna and her team.
Finding your Apollo Beach REALTOR®
Looking for an Apollo Beach REALTOR®? Start with these questions.
How do you choose a real estate agent in Apollo Beach, FL?
Compare recent work with homes like yours, read client reviews, and ask how the agent will help with your particular neighborhood and move. I’m Shawna Calvert, a REALTOR® with 27North Realty and a MiraBay resident. I close more than 100 transactions a year, over half waterfront. Learn how I work and read my buyers’ and sellers’ experiences.
Who is a local REALTOR® near me in Apollo Beach?
I work throughout Apollo Beach, including MiraBay, Symphony Isles, Andalucía, Bimini Bay, Waterset and the established canal neighborhoods. Our 27North Realty office is at 6138 N US Highway 41, Apollo Beach, FL 33572. Call or text me at 509-294-6818 to talk about buying or selling.
Which REALTOR® should I call to buy or sell a home in MiraBay?
You can call me—I live in MiraBay and help buyers and sellers here. We compare the specific property’s boating access, lagoon or canal location, HOA and CDD costs, amenities and current competition. A home that fits one boat or lifestyle may not fit another. Explore my MiraBay guide, then tell me what matters to you.
Which Apollo Beach real estate agent specializes in waterfront homes?
Waterfront is my specialty: I sell more than 50 waterfront homes a year, and I live and boat here. Before you choose a canal home, we look at your boat’s draft, canal depth at low tide, bridge clearance, lift capacity, seawall responsibility and the route to Tampa Bay. Elevation and insurance belong in that conversation too. Start with my waterfront home checklist and waterfront community guides.
How do I choose a luxury real estate agent in Apollo Beach?
Look for experience with your type of property and a clear explanation of what makes it valuable. For a luxury waterfront home, square footage alone does not explain the price: water frontage, boating access, views, condition, outdoor living and neighborhood all matter. I help buyers compare those differences and sellers communicate them. Watch my home tours to see how I present the homes and lifestyle.
What should I ask a listing agent before selling my Apollo Beach home?
Ask which recent sales support the price, what buyers are choosing instead, what preparation is worth paying for, and how your home will reach those buyers. For a waterfront listing, ask how the marketing will explain the canal, dock, lift and boating access. I build the pricing and preparation plan around your property and the current competition. See my approach to selling an Apollo Beach home.
Can an Apollo Beach REALTOR® help before I move to Florida?
Yes. You can call me before you book a flight, even if your move is a couple of years away. We start with your budget, timing, commute, boating plans and preferred amenities, then compare neighborhoods and the full cost of ownership. Explore my relocation services or search homes with me.
Can you help me compare new construction and resale homes in Apollo Beach?
Yes. I work with new construction and residential resales. We compare the location, floor plan, included features, planned expenses, HOA and CDD costs, and what is available within your budget and timeline. My neighborhood guides are a starting point; contact me to build a search around your priorities.
Where can I watch Apollo Beach waterfront home tours before visiting?
Watch my Apollo Beach and Tampa Bay real estate videos for home tours and a closer look at the waterfront lifestyle. Send me the homes or features you like so we can build your visit around what matters to you.
Tell me what you are looking for
Whether you are three years out or under contract next month, the first conversation is the same: what matters to you, and which of these communities actually fits it.
If you would like to know a little more about me first, here is how I work as your Apollo Beach REALTOR®. You are also welcome to grab any of my free relocation and home guides before we talk.
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