Tampa, FL
Neighborhoods & homes in Tampa
South Tampa, the historic districts and the HOA suburbs.
Areas painters work in
South Tampa
A peninsula of neighborhoods south of Kennedy Boulevard with older homes, new rebuilds and frequent flood-zone renovations.
Hyde Park
A historic district of bungalows and larger homes near Bayshore Boulevard. Exterior changes go through architectural review.
Seminole Heights
North of downtown, known for 1910s–1920s Craftsman bungalows. It is a historic district; color does not need a certificate but bright dominant colors are discouraged.
New Tampa
A northeast area of 1990s and 2000s subdivisions, many with HOAs and approved color palettes.
Westchase
A planned community northwest of the city. Check the community association's rules for exterior changes before choosing colors.
Tampa landmarks
Bayshore Boulevard
The long waterfront boulevard and sidewalk along Hillsborough Bay, next to Hyde Park.
Ybor City
The historic district founded around cigar factories, with brick buildings and its own preservation commission.
Tampa Riverwalk
The walkway along the Hillsborough River through downtown.
Hillsborough River
The river that runs through downtown and past Tampa Heights and Seminole Heights.
Busch Gardens
The theme park in north Tampa near the university area.
Block, stucco and a building boom
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 1-year estimates, via Census Reporter.
Tampa's housing is younger than most cities we cover. Nearly four in ten homes were built in 2000 or later, mostly concrete block with stucco in subdivisions and new infill. Older wood-frame bungalows are concentrated in the historic districts north and south of downtown.
Half of homes are rented, and many newer homes are in HOAs. Both affect painting: landlords often want quick turnovers, and HOA homes usually need color approval first.
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