Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker
Troy Nowak is a licensed Florida real estate broker and the owner-operator of Mangrove Bay Realty LLC, specializing in short-term rentals and land investments across Central Florida. With a remarkable record of over 400 homes sold in the last five years, Troy combines deep market expertise with hands-on property management to deliver outstanding results for his clients and guests alike.
Homes Sold
Last 5 Years
Vacation Rentals
Actively Managed
Market Expert
Pinellas & Hillsborough
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