Tampa Neighborhoods
Hyde Park
The Hyde Park District is a delightful combination of yesterday and today. Tampa's oldest existing neighborhood lies immediately across the Hillsborough River to the west of the Downtown business and cultural core. Historic homes have undergone intensive restoration efforts and beautifully reflect the distinctive Florida "Boom" architectural style of the 1920's and 30's.
Old Hyde Park Village, an up-scale commercial development of retail and service establishments, accents the vitality of Tampa's most historic neighborhood district. Heavily shaded and immediately accessible to Bayshore Boulevard, Hyde Park is a popular local landmark within itself, deserving of it's unique distinction.
Bayshore Boulevard
The Bayshore brings to mind stately elegant homes, the reminiscent ring of the old street-car bell and Easter egg hunts over the enormous, impeccably landscaped grounds. On the sea-walled shore of the Hillsborough Bay, bordered by the longest running sidewalk in the world, the Bayshore reflects a proud heritage unparalleled throughout the history of Tampa.
Davis Island
During the Florida real estate "Boom" of the 1920's, D. P. Davis - an inspired developer and entrepreneur - conceived the idea of creating three connected Mediterranean Islands at the mouth of the Hillsborough River, intimately tied to the heart of Tampa's business center. His legacy has blossomed into one of the city's renowned and colorful neighborhood developments.
Harbour Island
Harbour Island is a private, gated master-planned community in South Tampa and is directly linked to downtown Tampa by two bridges. Secluded and worlds away from the stresses of day-to-day life, this unique community is Tampa's island paradise in the city, where shopping, fine dining, recreation and entertainment are all just steps from your door.
Luxury residences including single family homes, townhomes, condominiums and rental apartments are a part of the master plan which also includes upscale office space, a marina, shopping, a private health & tennis club and the Wyndham Harbour Island Hotel.
Within minutes from the crosstown Expressway and all Bay Area interstates, Harbour Island provides quality and convenience for all it's residents.
New Suburb Beautiful
New Suburb Beautiful lives up to it's name, being one of the most popular neighborhoods in South Tampa. Originally developed between 1920 and 1940, almost all of the homes have been restored to their original beauty. Through the years, some of the smaller homes have been replaced with larger ones. Excellent access to schools and shopping provides for convenience and quality for neighborhood...
Parkland Estates
One enters Parkland Estates through grand gates to discover an elaborate neighborhood comprised of a delightful mixture of old and new homes. Traveling down the lush, tropically landscaped boulevard, one discovers a variety of architectural styles and designs. A tour through this community reveals a smorgasbord of opportunities and options for the prospective homebuyer.
Palma Ceia
The origin of the name "Palma Ceia" has been often speculated upon by many Tampa historians. Perhaps it was said to be the "seat" or "base" of the Palm, or "Palma Silla" by early Spanish speaking settlers. Regardless, it exist today as one of Tampa's most exclusive communities. The antique, red brick roads, shaded by enormous oaks, and its intimate neighborhood character make Palma Ceia a colonnade of beautiful homes centrally located within Tampa's Interbay Peninsula. A wide range of housing designs and price ranges accent one of Tampa's most premier neighborhood locations, which has maintained consistent appeal to Tampa natives since the early 1920's. Renowned golf course frontage and immediate access to major transportation corridors, contribute to this neighborhood's attractiveness.
Beach Park
Among the oldest neighborhoods in Tampa, Beach Park is graced with 200 to 300 year old oaks, towering palms and other indigenous flora. During the "Boom" of the 1920's, some 30 large Mediterranean style homes were built for the "well to do". Beach Park is now fully developed, and homes are in great demand. It's community spirit is deeply rooted in tradition and quality.
Sunset Park Isles
In a Venetian atmosphere of canals fed by the tidal flows of Old Tampa Bay, Sunset Park Isles offers a spectacular perspective from which to daily view its namesake. Spanning the gamut from modest to imposing, the homes comprising this quaint neighborhood area are located to take full advantage of boating and fishing activities.
Golfview
Considered by many native Tampans to be one of the foremost addresses in town, Golfview surrounds the prominent Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club.
Throughout the early 1920's, some of the most impressive houses have been constructed here for many community leaders. Nestled among expansive oaks and mature landscaping, these classically styled homes are amply set back from the sidewalks on diligently maintained original brick streets.
In addition to the neighboring amenities of the Palma Ceia Golf and Country Club, residents of Golfview enjoy close proximity to shopping, restaurants, downtown and the Tampa International Airport.
These elegant older homes, which lie within meticulously landscaped and manicures lawns, are thoughtfully cared for and are in great demand.
Sunset Park
Immediately south of Culbreath Bayou, Sunset Park once had its own beach and dace pavilion on Old Tampa Bay. Its charming, winding streets, shaded by vast, ancient oaks, pines and palms, are all named after famous poets. A variety of housing styles, price ranges and easy access to major traffic collectors enhance the popularity of this well positioned locale.
Culbreath Isles
Largely comprised of massive, traditional styled homes, Culbreath Isles was one of Tampa's first, totally secured, and most exclusive neighborhoods. Developed in the mid to late 1960's, Culbreath Isles set a standard, yet unsurpassed, for impressive, waterfront living. Many of the imposing homes front on deep water canals. Swimming pools, boating docks, and elegant yachts are commonplace in this private heaven, just west of Westshore Boulevard, overlooking Old Tampa Bay. All utilities are underground, and careful attention is paid to quality landscaping and maintenance.
Culbreath Bayou
Charming winding streets under a canopy of massive trees interconnect the pristinely groomed, landscaped homes within this highly respected neighborhood. Located between Beach Park and Sunset Park, Culbreath Bayou epitomizes a quite, family oriented community, while serving as a sterling example of tasteful design and thoughtful planning.
