South Tampa

Neighborhood Guide

South Tampa is widely considered one of the most desirable and established residential areas in Tampa - a peninsula community defined by waterfront living, historic character, and proximity to everything that matters. For buyers, it offers a rare combination of lifestyle, long-term value, and location efficiency that consistently outperforms other Tampa real estate submarkets.

South Tampa's appeal stems from its origins as one of Tampa's earliest upscale residential areas in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with neighborhoods like Hyde Park evolving from streetcar suburbs into prestigious addresses, a history still evident today through brick streets, mature oak canopies, and preserved architecture that offer a level of character and permanence buyers cannot find in newer communities.

Vibe & Lifestyle

South Tampa delivers a refined, coastal-urban lifestyle. The atmosphere is polished yet relaxed: tree-lined streets, historic homes, and modern luxury residences coexist seamlessly. Along iconic stretches like Bayshore Boulevard, residents embrace an active outdoor lifestyle, with morning runs, waterfront walks, and sunset views forming part of the daily routine.

The neighborhood balances:

Walkability in areas like Hyde Park and SoHo Tampa
High-end dining, boutique retail, and vibrant nightlife
Quiet residential streets just minutes from urban energy

It is one of the few Tampa neighborhoods where a “car-light” lifestyle is realistic while still offering space, privacy, and architectural character. The overall feel is upscale without being overly formal—best described as livable luxury.

Why Buyers Choose South Tampa

From a real estate perspective, South Tampa consistently meets the criteria buyers prioritize most:

Prime Location
Positioned between Tampa Bay and Hillsborough Bay, South Tampa provides efficient access to downtown Tampa, Tampa International Airport, and major business corridors.
Diverse Housing Inventory
South Tampa real estate offers a broad range of property types, including:
- Historic bungalows and renovated 1920s-1930s homes
- New construction luxury homes
- Waterfront properties with private docks
- Condos and townhomes for low-maintenance living
This diversity allows buyers to enter the South Tampa market at multiple price points while benefiting from the same highly desirable location.
Strong Lifestyle and Resale Value
South Tampa has remained a high-demand market for decades. Waterfront access, established neighborhoods, and limited land supply continue to support long-term property value and resale strength.
Walkability and Amenities
Destinations like Hyde Park Village and SoHo integrate dining, shopping, and entertainment into everyday life, reinforcing the neighborhood's lifestyle appeal.

Who South Tampa Is Best For

South Tampa is best suited for buyers who prioritize:

Central location and accessibility over suburban sprawl
Lifestyle, walkability, and proximity to water
Long-term appreciation in a proven Tampa real estate market

It is not the most affordable area in Tampa - but that is precisely what supports its value. Demand is driven by lifestyle, location, and limited inventory rather than price sensitivity, which helps sustain performance across market cycles.

Overview for South Tampa, FL

95,915 people live in South Tampa, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $81,301. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

95,915

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$81,301

Average individual Income

Around South Tampa, FL

There's plenty to do around South Tampa, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

43

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

54

Bikeable

Bike Score

34

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including British Shop, The Sushi Box TB, and Sand Surf Co..

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the British Shop page on Yelp Search 4036 W Kennedy Blvd on Google Maps	Dining	2.88 miles	21 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Sushi Box TB page on Yelp Search 5224 S Dale Mabry Hwy C on Google Maps	Dining	1.02 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sand Surf Co. page on Yelp Search 5218 Bridge St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.38 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tampa Bay Fishing Charters page on Yelp	Active	0.98 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fox Fitness page on Yelp Search 4002 S Coolidge Ave on Google Maps	Active	0.44 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Performance Pilates Tampa page on Yelp Search 4477 W Gandy Blvd on Google Maps	Active	0.84 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Rock it Cycle and Fitness page on Yelp Search 5242 Bridge St on Google Maps	Active	1.45 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Nova Beauty Center page on Yelp Search 2120 S Macdill Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.9 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Erik Miller Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 4230 S Macdill Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.08 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Parlour Hair Salon page on Yelp Search 3310 W Bay To Bay Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.41 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mh Blvck page on Yelp Search 4031 S Dale Mabry Hwy on Google Maps	Beauty	0.31 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Silk Med Spa page on Yelp Search 3902 Henderson Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.98 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Revisionary Esthetics page on Yelp Search 4707 W Gandy Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.06 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the BLUSHROCK Beauty page on Yelp Search 3623 W Kennedy Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.97 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the LUXE Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 4330 S Manhattan Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.41 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fame and Foils Color Bar page on Yelp Search 3401 Henderson Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.62 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Liv Lash & Tan page on Yelp Search 2306 W Gray St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.57 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Traci Temmen, MD page on Yelp Search 3314 Henderson Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.74 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Zoe Milan Studios page on Yelp Search 214 S Macdill Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.97 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Glam Bella Studio page on Yelp Search 4015 S West Shore Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.02 miles	11 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Zee Aesthetics page on Yelp Search 3641 W Kennedy Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.97 miles	10 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Gandy Nail Bar page on Yelp Search 3333 W Gandy Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.91 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Colour Bar Salon page on Yelp Search 3207 W Bay To Bay Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.52 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Primp Salon page on Yelp Search 4205 S Macdill Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	1.03 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for South Tampa, FL

Population Households Employment

South Tampa has 43,475 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in South Tampa do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 95,915 people call South Tampa home. The population density is 6,804.483 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

95,915

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40

Median Age

49.73 / 50.27%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

43,475

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$81,301

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

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Notable Sales

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Sold
$1,200,000

9820 Compass Point Way, Tampa, FL 33615
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,394 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$1,000,000

5818 CRUISER WAY, TAMPA, FL 33615
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,836 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$765,000

675 Boca Ciega Point Boulevard South, St. Petersburg, FL 33708
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,940 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$655,000

635 31st Avenue North, Saint Petersburg, FL 33704
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,114 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$625,000

2465 66th Avenue South, Saint Petersburg, FL 33712
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,514 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$576,000

8726 Palisades Drive, Tampa, FL 33615
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,397 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$500,000

Private Address
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,471 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$467,000

13409 FAWN SPRINGS DR, TAMPA, FL 33626
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,883 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$442,500

810 ERIK LAKE RD, BRANDON, FL 33510
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,867 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$410,000

15604 WOODWAY DR, TAMPA, FL 33613
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,699 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$397,000

11319 VILLAGE BROOK DR, RIVERVIEW, FL 33579
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,420 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$350,000

7939 FASHION LOOP, NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34654
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,739 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$345,000

1205 PARKER DEN DR, RUSKIN, FL 33570
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,261 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$260,000

2108 W SAINT ISABEL ST, TAMPA, FL 33607
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,380 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$225,000

5608 PINNACLE HEIGHTS CIR #303, TAMPA, FL 33624
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,314 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$215,000

6955 Towne Lake Road, Riverview, FL 33578
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,400 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$170,000

3429 OAK TRAIL CT, TAMPA, FL 33614
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 828 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$145,000

29250 US HIGHWAY 19 N #116, CLEARWATER, FL 33761
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,004 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$141,000

10455 CARROLLBROOK CT #213, TAMPA, FL 33618
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 745 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$68,500

12322 Joyce Lane, Hudson, FL 34669
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 18,295 Sq.Ft.
Leased
$1,900/mo

3548 GALLOWAY OAKS CT, LAKELAND, FL 33810
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,372 Sq.Ft.