Tampa, Tampa FL — neighborhood review

Tampa, FL

Tampa · Hillsborough County · FL 33613

Updated August 5, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$273K

Median Price

68/100

Walk Score

7.2/10

Schools

17 min

to Tampa Downtown

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
72/100
DQuietness
40/100
B+Commute
85/100
C+Walkability
68/100
WYLT Score61/100

Our Take

If you’re okay with a low cost of living and a car for most errands, this area can work. However, the walk score is abysmal, crime can be an issue, and many homes need work. It’s a decent spot for first‑time buyers or renters who don’t mind a commute.

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The Good

  • Affordable median home price ($214k)
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Reasonable commute to downtown (17 min)
  • Public transit options available

Real Talk

  • !Walk score 21 means almost every trip needs a car
  • !Crime rates in parts of the area are higher than average
  • !Many homes are older and may need repairs
  • !Noise from traffic and lack of parks
  • $Higher utilities for older, inefficient homes
  • $Potential need for roof or HVAC replacement
  • $Insurance premiums may be higher in certain subzones

Best For

Young professionalsFirst‑time home buyersRentersLow‑income families

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Tampa, FL

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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