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The Oaks ESCAPE Tampa Bay Village: Tiny House Community Tour Florida

The Oaks is the newest phase of the ESCAPE Tampa Bay Village in Thonotosassa, Florida. The community features professionally landscaped lots surrounding a central park with mature oak and palm trees. ESCAPE tiny houses are available with leased lots, and units occasionally become available for resale.

ESCAPE Tiny Houses at The Oaks

Tiny house community with modern, eco-friendly homes surrounded by lush greenery in Florida.

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Palm Trees Throughout the Community

Modern tiny houses in a scenic Florida community setting.

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Private Front Decks on Each Home

Private Front Decks at The Oaks

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Landscaped Community Setting

The Oaks Community Setting

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Community Details

  • Community Name: The Oaks (Phase Two of ESCAPE Tampa Bay)
  • Developer: ESCAPE
  • Location: Thonotosassa, Florida (near Tampa Bay)
  • Setting: Central park with mature oak and palm trees
  • Security: Private gated access
  • Infrastructure: Fiber optic cable for high-speed internet, underground utilities
  • Lot Features: Private decks, professional landscaping, assigned parking
  • Ownership Model: Residents purchase tiny homes and lease lots
  • Rentals: Long-term rentals only (9+ months); no short-term Airbnb rentals permitted
  • Availability: Contact ESCAPE for current inventory and tour scheduling

Lessons from This Community

  • Central Park Design Creates Community Feel: Arranging homes around a shared green space encourages interaction while preserving individual privacy
  • Mature Trees Add Instant Character: Preserving existing oak trees gives the development an established feel that new landscaping alone cannot achieve
  • Long-Term Rental Requirements Build Stability: Prohibiting short-term vacation rentals ensures neighbors are invested community members rather than rotating guests
  • Modern Infrastructure Supports Remote Work: Fiber optic internet makes the community viable for professionals working from home
  • Gated Access Provides Security: Controlled entry creates a sense of safety and privacy for residents

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Natalie C. McKee

Natalie C. McKee is a contributor for Tiny House Talk and the Tiny House Newsletter. She's a wife, and mama of three little kids. She and her family are homesteaders with sheep, goats, chickens, ducks and quail on their happy little acre.

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