Seven Gables Real Estate Partners with Local Logic to Elevate Consumer Experience with Hyper-Local Insights
Partnerships
| 04 Sep 2024
We used our proprietary Location Scores to rank the neighborhoods in Tampa, Florida based on the following characteristics that matter to retirees: Pedestrian-friendly, Transit-friendly, Parks, Groceries, and Quiet.
Here’s our list of the best neighborhoods for young professionals in Tampa:
Local Logic builds location intelligence solutions to help home seekers and investors find opportunities that are most suited to their preferences and requirements. We draw upon thousands of data points to develop 18 proprietary Location Scores to provide street- and neighborhood-level insights.
Location Scores measure amenities close by and mobility patterns around a neighborhood, so homebuyers can better understand and assess a location. Using our location insights, you can find properties based on specific characteristics, such as proximity to schools or quiet neighborhoods, and make more informed decisions on where to live.
Below you’ll find the Location Scores for the best neighborhoods in Tampa for retirees, as well as the city’s average. We looked at the following scores:
Then, we ranked each neighborhood by a composite score of all these factors.
Here are the average scores for Tampa:
👩🦳👨🦳 Composite score for retirees: 5.4
Here’s our data-informed list of Tampa’s top neighborhoods for young professionals:
👩🦳👨🦳 Composite score for retirees: 6.3
The North Hyde Park neighborhood is part of Hillsborough County, which is considered to be one of the best areas in all of Florida. The area is described as “urban suburban” and most folks in the area own their homes. It’s close to the Downtown Riverwalk, the Tampa Museum of Art, Amalie Arena, and Tampa General Hospital.
It’s generally easy to get around on foot if one prefers. There’s a diverse range of eateries like Chicago Paulie’s for hot dogs, and Willa’s neighborhood restaurant.
👩🦳👨🦳 Composite score for retirees: 6.2
Like North Hyde Park, Golfview is also in Hillsborough County. It’s a beautiful and quiet neighborhood that’s within walking distance of many local businesses and restaurants. Some cuisine highlights include Bahia Tacos, , and Woody’s Famous Salads.
In terms of community building and maintenance, the Golfview Neighborhood Association is at the forefront. If you’re interested in representing the neighborhood’s interests and speaking on issues around zoning or sanitation, joining could be a great option.
👩🦳👨🦳 Composite score for retirees: 6.2
Oakford Park is a diverse pocket in Tampa. There are Italian, Indian, Thai, and American spots like Lemon Grass Thai Kitchen. The demographics are a blend of mostly young professionals and retirees and most residents own their homes. Other than restaurants, the area offers a number of bars, coffee shops, and parks.
Overall, if you’re looking for a neighborhood that’s rich in diversity and offers an abundance of calm, Oakford Park might be the place for you.
👩🦳👨🦳 Composite score for retirees: 5.7
Beach Park is home to the Centre Club social club. The Town Square Center is the main shopping hub, and the people are said to be friendly. For Havana-style cuisine, head to The Floridian for a bite.
Folks of all ages in the neighborhood head to Swann Circle Park for lane swims are other forms of fitness. The waterside neighborhood has infrastructure suited to walking, biking, and rollerblading.
👩🦳👨🦳 Composite score for retirees: 5.4
The Bayshore Gardens neighborhood is known for its great shopping and pricey real estate, and they’re proud of it. The area is also home to the famous Gasparilla Parade. If you have grandkids, both the Florida Aquarium and ZooTampa at Lowry Park are in the neighborhood, as well as Fred Ball Park.
When it comes to restaurants, you’ll find comfort food classics like Sally O’Neal’s Pizza Hotline and Bella’s Italian Café.
If you’re looking to slow down in a place where you can walk to your neighborhood necessities and local businesses, Tampa may be the perfect place to retire. It offers a lot of diversity across a number of criteria, which makes for an enriching experience in between the relaxation.
Our Location Scores are available through Local Content on many of our partner sites and their real estate listings in Tampa. When searching for your next home, or a new neighborhood, you can look for specific characteristics on each individual listing to find the perfect place for you and your retirement.
Curious about how other neighborhoods (or cities!) might fare?
Try the Insights Atlas to get in-depth location insights on any neighborhood, city, or address in the US and Canada.