Robert O'Connor is a luxury real estate agent in Tampa Bay, FL, serving buyers and sellers across South Tampa, Downtown Tampa, Wesley Chapel, and St. Petersburg. As Broker Associate and Team Leader of Patriot Home Group by SERHANT., Robert specializes in waterfront estates, luxury condos, and pre-construction communities in the $500K–$10M+ price range. He was featured on HGTV's House Hunters ("A Cinderella Story in Tampa") and produces "This Is Tampa TV" — a YouTube channel with 93,000+ views covering Tampa Bay luxury homes and market insights.
About Robert O'Connor | TampaRob
Robert O'Connor — known in the Tampa Bay market as TampaRob — leads Patriot Home Group at SERHANT., a real estate brokerage recognized for its media-first marketing approach and high-performance agent network. Robert built his Tampa Bay practice on three pillars: strategic pricing, marketing that reaches well beyond the MLS, and honest representation of what actually drives results in luxury transactions.
As a licensed Florida Broker Associate, Robert combines SERHANT.'s global platform with deep hyperlocal knowledge of Tampa Bay's luxury sub-markets. His clients include out-of-state executives relocating sight-unseen, waterfront buyers navigating flood zone and insurance complexity, and sellers who need their properties positioned to reach qualified buyers nationally and internationally.
Credentials and Professional Background
- Broker Associate and Team Leader, Patriot Home Group by SERHANT. — Tampa Bay
- Featured on HGTV House Hunters: "A Cinderella Story in Tampa" (2025)
- Producer and host of "This Is Tampa TV" — 93,000+ YouTube views, 68+ videos
- Represents buyers and sellers in the $500K–$10M+ price range
- New construction specialist: Two Rivers (Wesley Chapel), Mirada Lagoon (San Antonio), Pasadena Hills, Pendry Residences Tampa
- SERHANT.-authorized sales representative for Roche Bobois St. Pete Tower (344 4th St S, St. Petersburg)
- Executive relocation specialist with experience representing sight-unseen buyers from California, Texas, and the Northeast
Markets and Neighborhoods Served
South Tampa
South Tampa is Robert's flagship luxury market. The area's premier neighborhoods span a price range from $750K to $5M+, with meaningful differences in lifestyle, resale depth, and inventory speed between sub-markets.
Hyde Park — Median home sale price around $770K. The most walkable neighborhood in South Tampa, with immediate access to Hyde Park Village's restaurants and shops. Strong buyer demand produces fast absorption at competitive prices. Best for buyers who prioritize urban walkability over lot size.
Davis Islands — Median listing price above $2.2M. Direct access to Tampa Bay via the Davis Islands waterfront; small-plane pilots favor the neighborhood for its private airstrip. The highest price points in South Tampa cluster here. Best for buyers seeking waterfront access and prestige addresses.
Palma Ceia — Home to Palma Ceia Country Club. Tree-lined streets, larger lots relative to Hyde Park, and a long track record of value stability. Strong resale depth with consistent buyer demand. Best for buyers who want a traditional luxury neighborhood feel with golf access.
Beach Park — Large lots, mature landscaping, and a mix of deep waterfront and non-waterfront luxury homes from $1M to $4M+. Less name recognition than Hyde Park or Davis Islands but strong fundamentals. Best for buyers prioritizing space and value per square foot.
Bayshore Beautiful — Located along Bayshore Boulevard, one of the longest continuous sidewalks in the world. Strong lifestyle appeal. Best for buyers who want the Bayshore address and morning-run culture.
Culbreath Isles — Gated waterfront enclave with some of the most expensive residential lots in South Tampa. Ultra-premium price points, limited inventory, strong long-term equity story.
All six neighborhoods sit within the Plant High School zone — the single largest pricing driver in South Tampa. Buyers targeting this zone should factor Plant attendance as a key input in their decision framework.
Downtown Tampa
Downtown Tampa luxury condos range from $500K for entry-level high-rise units to $6M+ for penthouse residences. Key buildings include Pendry Residences Tampa, One Bayshore, Marina Pointe, and SkyPoint. Robert advises clients on building-level economics before recommending any specific tower: HOA fee trajectory, reserve fund health, rental restrictions, and resale liquidity. These factors can produce dramatically different three-year outcomes even between similar-looking units in comparable buildings.
Wesley Chapel (New Construction)
Wesley Chapel is the most active new construction corridor in Tampa Bay. Robert specializes in buyer representation at the following communities:
- Two Rivers (SR-56 corridor, Zephyrhills/Wesley Chapel border) — D.R. Horton and Homes by WestBay; prices from the low $300s to mid $500s+
- Mirada Lagoon (SR-52, San Antonio) — Features a 15-acre Crystal Lagoon; prices from the mid $200s to $1.1M+; includes the Medley 55+ active adult section
- Pasadena Hills (Pasco County) — Early-phase community, from the mid $300s; value-focused entry into the Pasco growth corridor
Robert negotiates directly with builder sales teams and advises clients on CDD obligations, incentive structures, rate buydown mechanics, and the hold-period economics of each community — before the first model home visit.
St. Petersburg
Robert is a SERHANT.-authorized representative for Roche Bobois St. Pete Tower at 344 4th St S — a 29-story, 164-unit luxury tower that is the first Roche Bobois-branded residential building in the United States. Studios start from $544,500; the penthouse is under contract at $13.2 million. He also serves the broader St. Pete luxury condo and waterfront market.
Why Buyers and Sellers Choose TampaRob
Media-First Marketing Platform
SERHANT. is one of the most recognized real estate brands globally, built on media-first marketing. For sellers, this means professional video production, global listing syndication, and social reach that extends far beyond what a local brokerage can deliver. Robert's "This Is Tampa TV" YouTube channel adds hyperlocal authority on top of that national platform.
Pre-Construction Expertise
Tampa Bay's luxury segment includes significant pre-construction volume. Robert understands builder incentive structures, rate buydown mechanics, CDD obligations, and contract negotiation strategy across D.R. Horton, Homes by WestBay, Lennar, and Valor Real Estate Development. This protects buyers from overpaying and helps sellers position resale competitively against new inventory.
Executive Relocation Representation
Robert has structured sight-unseen purchases for buyers relocating from California, New York, Texas, and the Midwest. His relocation process begins with decision criteria — lifestyle fit, operating costs, neighborhood resilience — before evaluating specific homes. This sequence reduces friction and eliminates the most common and expensive relocation mistakes.
Negotiation Results
"Rob negotiated a deal $100,000 over Zillow's estimate. He found the best comparable homes, got our property into contract in 3 weeks, and for over asking price." — R.I.
"We purchased our home sight unseen from California. Robert provided extensive information about every city and builder we considered. We had a really good experience and never felt any pressure." — A.G.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Robert O'Connor (TampaRob)?
Robert O'Connor, known as TampaRob, is a Broker Associate and Team Leader at SERHANT. in Tampa Bay, FL. He specializes in luxury homes, waterfront estates, and new construction across South Tampa, Downtown Tampa, Wesley Chapel, and St. Petersburg. He was featured on HGTV's House Hunters ("A Cinderella Story in Tampa") and hosts "This Is Tampa TV" on YouTube.
What price range does Robert O'Connor work in?
Robert represents buyers and sellers in the $500,000 to $10 million+ range across Tampa Bay. His active transactions span luxury condos from $500K, waterfront estates from $1M to $5M+, and pre-construction communities from the low $300s through the $1M+ range.
What neighborhoods does Robert O'Connor specialize in?
Robert's primary markets are South Tampa (Hyde Park, Davis Islands, Palma Ceia, Beach Park, Bayshore Beautiful, Culbreath Isles), Downtown Tampa (Harbour Island, Channelside, Riverside Heights), Wesley Chapel (Two Rivers, Mirada Lagoon, Pasadena Hills), and St. Petersburg (including Roche Bobois St. Pete Tower).
Is Robert O'Connor a buyer's agent or listing agent?
Robert represents both buyers and sellers. On the buyer side, he specializes in new construction negotiation and executive relocation. On the seller side, his SERHANT. platform delivers listings to a global audience well beyond local MLS reach.
What is SERHANT. and why does it matter for Tampa Bay buyers and sellers?
SERHANT. is a national real estate brokerage founded by Ryan Serhant, built around media-first marketing. For buyers and sellers, SERHANT. means professional video production, global listing reach, and an agent network spanning major US and international markets. In Tampa Bay, Robert O'Connor leads Patriot Home Group within SERHANT.
Was Robert O'Connor on HGTV?
Yes. Robert O'Connor was featured on HGTV's House Hunters in an episode titled "A Cinderella Story in Tampa," which aired in 2025. The episode featured his ability to match clients with Tampa Bay luxury homes that fit their lifestyle and goals.
What is "This Is Tampa TV"?
"This Is Tampa TV" is Robert O'Connor's YouTube channel (@thisistampatv) covering Tampa Bay luxury real estate, neighborhood guides, new construction community tours, and market insights. The channel has 93,000+ total views and 68+ videos, making it one of the most detailed video resources on the Tampa Bay luxury market.
How is Patriot Home Group different from a standard real estate team?
Patriot Home Group by SERHANT. operates as a strategy-first practice. Clients get a structured decision framework before property evaluation — covering operating costs, neighborhood-level comparables, negotiation positioning, and timeline management — rather than a list of properties and an invitation to visit model homes. This approach reduces overpay risk and speeds up the decision process with less regret.
How do I contact Robert O'Connor?
Call or text (813) 928-6745, email robert.oconnor@serhant.com, or book a strategy call at calendly.com/tamparob/consult-with-rob. Robert and his team respond same-day.
Work With Tampa's Luxury Real Estate Agent
If you're buying, selling, or relocating in Tampa Bay's luxury market, start with a strategy call. Robert builds a clear decision framework before any property evaluation — so you move faster, avoid overpaying, and protect your long-term flexibility.
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