Urban Tampa Neighborhood Guide
Urban Tampa is a small section of Tampa that is comprised of
Downtown Tampa, the Channelside District and Ybor City.
True to its name, Urban Tampa is the oldest section of Tampa and is known for highrises and large older structures such as warehouses, lofts, historic buildings and even newer properties built into existing neighborhoods. This area of the city offers a rich and diverse blend of housing styles, wonderful neighborhoods and cultural attractions unlike any other area of Tampa. This popular area has something for everyone.
One of the most popular newer communities with renters in Tampa is The Quarter at Ybor. Popular with students, professionals and fans of urban living, The Quarte
r at Ybor offers many luxuries and conveniences to its residents that never existed until now; movie theater, two swimming pools, convenience store, deli counter, secure gated parking garage and private courtyard views. All of these comforts and yet only three blocks away from Historic Ybor City's famed 7th Avenue, a street known for funky and eclectic shops, boutiques and restaurants. Enjoy a stroll down the street and peer in the windows at craftsmen rolling cigars in the window of a storefront, much the way it has always been done when Tampa was world-renowned for its name of 'The Cigar City'. Take in a movie and lunch (or dinner) at Centro Ybor and enjoy the sights and sounds of Ybor by day. At night, the atmosphere changes as the nightclubs and bars come alive as young and old alike congregate at some of Tampa's most popular nightspots.

Skypoint Condominiums is another popular community located in Downtown Tampa just across the street from the Tampa Museum of Art and across the Hillsborough River from the University of Tampa. Known for its towering glass spire, Skypoint offers some of the most impressive views of Tampa available anywhere. Depending on the individual condo, views of Bayshore Boulevard, Tampa Bay and just about all of the greater Tampa metro area. Views of the skyline of Downtown Tampa are incredible from this building. The typical condominium for rent in Skypoint is furnished with premium cabinetry, granite or quartz counter tops and top of the line appliances. Many of the residences offer large balconies that jut out from the side of the building which offers a view you will never forget. One of the best attributes of the building is the community facilities consisting of the clubhouse, pool deck and garden deck located on the eighth and ninth floors of the Skypoint tower.
Channelside District
Channelside is another area that is up-and-coming in the eyes of urban sophisticates and fans of loft living alike. New buildings like Ventana, The Place at Channelside, Victory Lofts, The Meridian and many more offer incredible style and luxury all within walking distance of the Channelside Entertainment Complex and a short trolley ride to Downtown Tampa or Ybor City.
Urban Tampa Neighborhoods
Ybor City Channelside Downtown Tampa
Box Factory Lofts Grand Central Element
Quarter at Ybor Towers of Channelside Skypoint
The Meridian
The Place
Ventana
Victory Lofts
Choices and options for every budget
As you have seen by the select properties listed here, you have many choices when you look for a home in Urban Tampa. At Home Locators, we have a home for every budget and taste.