Are you thinking of moving to Tampa, FL? Well, welcome to the Tampa Bay region, where over three million people call it home. And it’s no wonder, Tampa offers pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters and average summer temps of 82 degrees Fahrenheit, and average winter temps of 62 degrees Fahrenheit. Not into sunbathing? Then check out the thriving sports scene—from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Super Bowl LV Champions) to Tampa Bay Lightning (2020 and 2021 Stanley Cup Champions) and all sports in between. Sprinkle in a lively arts scene, music festivals and culinary delights, it’s no wonder Tampa is a growing hotspot. Whether you are a long time resident, a newcomer looking to put down roots or simply curious about relocating, we’ve curated a helpful list to help you discover the best neighborhoods in Tampa.
Here is Tomo’s list of best neighborhoods in Tampa.
| Neighborhood | Median Closing Price | Median 3 year Closing Price | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Terrace | $407,490 | $237,450 | 71.6% |
| Palma Ceia West | $1,310,000 | $799,950 | 63.8% |
| Beach Park | $1,052,500 | $660,000 | 59.5% |
| Port Tampa City | $499,950 | $321,000 | 55.7% |
| Tampa | $415,000 | $278,500 | 49.0% |
Temple Terrace Neighborhood
This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bath home is located in the highly sought after neighborhood of Temple Terrace and would make the perfect starter home, or investment property. We ranked this neighborhood of Tampa #1 based on growth—an almost 72% increase in the median home closing price vs. the median home closing price over the last three years. The population has grown approximately 30% over the past 20 years—to an estimate of 15,351. Surprisingly, since you think of the Sunshine State as having an older population, millennials have been moving into this neighborhood, with the median age of 30.
Methodology
We looked at the median home close price by zip code during March, 2024 and compared that to the median home close price over the prior three years to determine the percent growth. We then ranked the zip codes, within each state, to determine which neighborhood had the highest percent change (essentially the highest growth).
Want to see other best neighborhoods?
For more information on other cities or neighborhoods in this series, look no further than Best Neighborhoods in Chicago, DC, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh, Charlotte, Fairfield or Seattle. Still settled on moving to the Tampa area, see the latest Tampa listings.
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