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Tampa Communities · South Tampa

Living in South Tampa.

The neighborhoods of the Interbay Peninsula between Hillsborough Bay and Old Tampa Bay — Bayshore Boulevard, historic Hyde Park, Davis Islands, Palma Ceia, Beach Park, and the streets running south to MacDill Air Force Base.

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Quick Facts

South Tampa, at a glance.

Bayshore Boulevard sidewalk
4.5 mi
Main ZIP codes
33606 · 33609 · 33611 · 33629
Bays: Hillsborough and Old Tampa
2
High schools serving the area
Plant · Robinson
At the peninsula's southern tip
MacDill AFB
Jurisdiction
City of Tampa
The Area

Many neighborhoods, one peninsula.

South Tampa isn't one neighborhood but a group of them on the Interbay Peninsula, with Hillsborough Bay to the east, Old Tampa Bay to the west, and West Tampa to the north. Its main roads include Dale Mabry Highway, Gandy Boulevard, Westshore Boulevard, Bayshore Boulevard, and Kennedy Boulevard.

What ties it together is closeness — to downtown, to Westshore's offices, to the airport, and to the water — plus established streets and well-regarded public schools. What separates the neighborhoods is age, lot size, elevation, and how close each sits to the bay.

The Neighborhoods

Where buyers usually start.

Each pocket of South Tampa has its own feel, and prices can change a great deal from one side of a street to the other.

  • Hyde Park — historic homes, Hyde Park Village, and Bayshore (see the Hyde Park guide)
  • Davis Islands — a 1920s island neighborhood with a village and marina (see the Davis Islands guide)
  • Bayshore Beautiful and Ballast Point — bayfront streets toward the south end of Bayshore
  • Palma Ceia — established homes around Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club
  • Beach Park — larger lots and waterfront homes on Old Tampa Bay near Westshore
  • Sunset Park and the Westshore side — bayfront homes on the west edge of the peninsula
Daily Life

Bayshore, SoHo, and short drives.

Bayshore Boulevard's 4.5-mile waterfront sidewalk runs from downtown toward Gandy Boulevard and is the area's shared front yard. South Howard Avenue (SoHo), Hyde Park Village, and the shops along MacDill Avenue and Westshore cover dining and errands, and Tampa International Airport is usually 15 to 20 minutes away.

Homes

Bungalows to bayfront estates.

Housing ranges from 1920s bungalows and mid-century ranch homes to new construction on rebuilt lots, townhomes, and condominiums along Bayshore. A lot of South Tampa's new building is teardown-and-rebuild, so older homes on good lots are often priced for the land.

Much of the peninsula is low-lying. Elevation, flood zone, and storm history vary block by block, and they affect insurance cost as much as the price does.

Before You Write an Offer

What I check on every South Tampa address.

  1. 01

    Elevation and flood zone

    Get the elevation certificate and FEMA flood zone for the exact address, and ask how the home did in the 2024 storms.

  2. 02

    Insurance quotes early

    Get homeowners, wind, and flood quotes during your inspection period so the carrying cost is part of your offer math.

  3. 03

    Historic or rebuild rules

    In Hyde Park and other historic areas, exterior changes need design review. Elsewhere, check setback and elevation rules before planning a rebuild.

  4. 04

    School assignment

    South Tampa is split among several school zones, with Plant and Robinson high schools serving much of the area. Confirm the specific address with Hillsborough County Public Schools.

FAQ

Questions about South Tampa.

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What neighborhoods are in South Tampa?
South Tampa covers the Interbay Peninsula and includes Hyde Park, Davis Islands, Bayshore Beautiful, Palma Ceia, Beach Park, Ballast Point, Sunset Park, and many smaller neighborhoods, down to MacDill Air Force Base.
Is South Tampa in a flood zone?
Parts of it are. Many areas near the bays are low-lying, while some inland streets sit higher. Check the flood zone and elevation of each address rather than assuming by neighborhood.
How long is Bayshore Boulevard?
The City of Tampa describes Bayshore's waterfront sidewalk as 4.5 miles long, one of the longest continuous sidewalks in the country.
How far is South Tampa from the airport?
Most of South Tampa is about 15 to 20 minutes from Tampa International Airport, depending on traffic.
South Tampa · Next Step

Thinking about South Tampa?

Tell me how you want to live — near Bayshore, on a quiet interior street, or on the water — and I'll show you the neighborhoods and homes that fit, along with the elevation and insurance details that should shape your offer.

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Sources & notes

Community details come from the public sources below. School assignments, association fees, and flood zones are set by address and change over time — verify them for the specific property before contract.