Karla Dorsey

Karla Dorsey Karla is an award-winning real estate advisor and team leader in greater Tampa Bay. The Karla Dorsey

She is a certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Director of the Tampa Chapter of the NADP, and Professional Real Estate Stager. Karla’s sense of design & style combined with her talent & passion for transforming your home will play a major role in providing a one stop shop for all of her discerning clients. As a client of The Karla Dorsey Team, you will experience one-on-one personal attention to detail, expert contract negotiations, and concise communication throughout the important process of Selling or Buying a home. As a client of ours you will be privy to unparalleled benefits of our exclusive Compass programs that will open new doors through our Bridge Loan services, Private Exclusives, Coming Soon, & Concierge level services. You will join a very select group of people that can utilize these exclusive programs resulting in selling your home faster and for more money with the benefits of these invaluable privileges. As a Tampa Native herself, graduating from HB Plant High School, she serves her clients with a lifetime of knowledge for the local and surrounding areas. Deeply rooted in the west coast of Florida, she has a proven track record of promoting & supporting local business owners and remains heavily involved in her community through her video series “Discover Tampa with Karla.”

Throughout her journey as a Real Estate Advisor, Karla has been fortunate to represent many high profile clients and enjoys working hands-on with multiple top builders from the design phase through the selection of finishes to ensure her clients’ expectations are exceeded when construction is complete. There is no greater satisfaction when our clients realize they have conceptualized & built the home of their dreams! In her spare time she loves to cook, entertain, and shares a love of collecting w**e from around the world with her husband & partner, John. She is a true Tampa native who loves walking on Bayshore, enjoys a quiet afternoon on one of our world-renowned beaches, and spending time with her family, friends, & rescue dog Rascal. “My home, family, and network are what keep me motivated to represent & serve my community. Helping families buy & sell their dream homes is a privilege & passion”.

09/29/2026

See it first, before anyone else does. 👀

Some of the best homes never even make it to the public market, they move through private networks first. As a Compass agent, I'm able to give my clients early access to properties before they're widely available, giving you a real edge in a competitive market.

Whether you're buying or selling, having that first look can make all the difference.

Want to be first in line for what's coming next in South Tampa? Send me a message and let's get you connected.

Karla Dorsey | Compass
813-394-7049

At Home, in Season 🍅🍇🍏A September guide to what's fresh, beautiful, and worth bringing home this month.Swipe through for...
09/26/2026

At Home, in Season 🍅🍇🍏

A September guide to what's fresh, beautiful, and worth bringing home this month.

Swipe through for what's in season right now and a few simple ways to enjoy it, from tomato toast to a fresh apple and pear salad.

Karla Dorsey | Compass

A RARE BAYSHORE OFFERING, UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE 🌊An extraordinary opportunity to own a truly unique townhome directly on ...
09/24/2026

A RARE BAYSHORE OFFERING, UNLIKE ANYTHING ELSE 🌊

An extraordinary opportunity to own a truly unique townhome directly on iconic Bayshore Boulevard. With five bedrooms, this exceptional residence offers the space and privacy of a single-family home paired with the security, convenience, and amenities of luxury condominium living.

Private entrances and expansive patios on both levels create a lifestyle rarely found along Bayshore, offering seamless indoor-outdoor living and a remarkable sense of independence and privacy.

Enjoy the exclusivity of your own residence while having full access to The Alagon's premier condominium amenities and secure environment.

Five bedrooms. Two levels of private outdoor living. A private 2 car garage. Exceptional privacy. Bayshore at your doorstep.

Nothing else compares.

Offered at $2,800,000

Contact me for a private showing.

Karla Dorsey | Compass
813-394-7049

FEATURED LISTING | 3507 Bayshore Blvd, Unit 102, Tampa, FL 33629 🌊There is nothing else like it on Bayshore Boulevard. T...
09/23/2026

FEATURED LISTING | 3507 Bayshore Blvd, Unit 102, Tampa, FL 33629 🌊

There is nothing else like it on Bayshore Boulevard. This is the only townhome on Bayshore offering full condo amenities in a residence this size, nearly 4,800 square feet with five bedrooms.

One of only 3 rare "City Home" townhomes at The Alagon, combining the privacy of a detached home with the full service lifestyle of one of Tampa's premier waterfront residences.

5 bedrooms | 5.5 baths | 4,796 sq ft
Private 2 car garage, a true rarity on Bayshore
Grand staircase, designer finishes, and a chef's kitchen with Wolf appliances and dual Sub-Zero refrigeration
First floor en-suite bedroom, ideal for guests or multigenerational living
Upstairs primary suite with sitting area, private office or nursery, spa bath, and covered balcony overlooking Bayshore
French doors and abundant natural light throughout

Full service Alagon amenities include 24 hour concierge, gym, pool, card and game room, and furnished guest suites.

Offered at $2,800,000

Contact me for a private showing.

Karla Dorsey | Compass
813-394-7049

PRICE IMPROVEMENT | 4307 W Sevilla St, Tampa, FL 33629 🏡Now offered at $2,525,000 in the heart of Maryland Manor, one of...
09/22/2026

PRICE IMPROVEMENT | 4307 W Sevilla St, Tampa, FL 33629 🏡

Now offered at $2,525,000 in the heart of Maryland Manor, one of South Tampa's most sought-after neighborhoods.

This exceptional new construction home is complete and move-in ready.

🔹 5 bed | 5 bath | 4,342 sq ft
🔹 Chef's kitchen with Fisher & Paykel appliances, including a 48" gas range and coffee bar
🔹 Expansive covered lanai with outdoor kitchen
🔹 Private pool and spa
🔹 3-car garage pre-wired for an EV charger
🔹 Spray foam insulation, 25 SEER Carrier Infinity HVAC, and a whole-house Kohler generator
🔹 Built by Reflection Custom Homes

Come see it in person this weekend.

📅 Open House: Saturday, Sep 26th | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
📅 Open House: Sunday, Sep 27th | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Stop by anytime, no appointment needed.

📍 Offered at $2,525,000

Contact me for more details or a private showing.

Karla Dorsey | Compass
813-394-7049

MAJOR NEWS FOR SOUTH HOWARD AVE 🎉The $100 million South Howard stormwater and infrastructure project has officially been...
09/18/2026

MAJOR NEWS FOR SOUTH HOWARD AVE 🎉

The $100 million South Howard stormwater and infrastructure project has officially been approved.

This is a transformative public investment for one of Tampa's most dynamic dining and lifestyle corridors, delivering significant flood mitigation, upgraded roadway infrastructure, and an enhanced streetscape with wider sidewalks, landscaping, and an expanded tree canopy.

What does this mean for 1504 S Howard Ave?

For a long-term investor or developer, the timing could actually work in your favor. A sophisticated buyer acquiring this half-acre parcel is already thinking several years ahead. That buyer could move through planning, design, and entitlement work while the public project progresses, positioning a new development to open right as the completed infrastructure and streetscape come online.

Add in the fact that architectural plans and PD zoning approval for a 185-seat restaurant are already in place, and this is a rare chance to build on a corridor the City is actively investing in, without starting from scratch.

📍 1504 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
📍 Offered at $3,900,000

Contact me for the full details, zoning summary, and architectural plans.

Karla Dorsey | Compass
813-394-7049

Swipe through this month's Luxury Landscape 🏡The $10M+ market is heating up nationally, but the story behind the numbers...
09/17/2026

Swipe through this month's Luxury Landscape 🏡

The $10M+ market is heating up nationally, but the story behind the numbers matters more than the headlines. Florida keeps gaining high-net-worth residents while states like California and New York keep losing them, family offices are preparing to reposition their portfolios, and inflation is finally cooling.

What does this mean for Tampa? We're sitting right in the middle of this shift. As more wealth migrates to Florida, our luxury market continues to benefit from the same tailwinds driving records in Palm Beach and Miami, without the ultra-high price tags of Aspen or Manhattan.

If you're thinking about buying or selling in Tampa's luxury market, understanding these broader trends helps you make a smarter, more informed move.

Karla Dorsey | Compass

Selling your home in South Tampa starts long before the first showing.Before buyers ever walk through the door, they've ...
09/15/2026

Selling your home in South Tampa starts long before the first showing.

Before buyers ever walk through the door, they've already seen the photos, compared the price, formed an opinion, and decided if your home is worth their time.

That's why the strategy we build matters.

A strong launch gives your home the best chance to show up well, attract the right buyers, and build momentum before the sign is even in the yard.

If you're thinking about selling your home in Tampa, send us a message. We'd love to help you build the plan before we list.

The Karla Dorsey Team | Compass

09/10/2026

JUST LISTED | Carrollwood Village, Tampa 🌳

A sophisticated waterfront retreat has just hit the market in one of Carrollwood's most sought-after enclaves, the Top of the Village.

🔹 3 bed, 2 bath | 2,072 sq ft
🔹 Soaring ceilings and an airy, open-concept layout
🔹 Sun-drenched great room with a classic fireplace and serene pond views
🔹 Designer kitchen with granite countertops and premium stainless appliances
🔹 Split-wing primary suite with a renovated spa-like bath
🔹 Third bedroom offers a secondary suite feel with private lanai access
🔹 Oversized screened lanai overlooking mature oaks and water views
🔹 Newer roof (2020) and HVAC (2022)

Moments from Carrollwood Country Club, and just a short drive to Downtown Tampa and Tampa International Airport.

📍 14626 Village Glen Cir, Tampa, FL 33618
📍 Offered at $600,000

Contact me for a private showing.

Karla Dorsey | Compass
813-394-7049

09/09/2026

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3615 Bromley Grand Avenue, Suite 230
Tampa, FL
33607

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