2018 Best Suburbs to Live in the Tampa AreaAbout this List

Westchase

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 33

Current Resident: Westchase is a great place to live for people of all ages! The community has it all within a short distance: hair salons, grocery stores, doctor offices--you name it! This master-planned community is constantly kept up with. The grass is always green, the modern buildings are always in tip-top shape, and you can always feel safe at anytime of day or night here! If you get a chance, run by Westpark village and visit the small-town-neighborhood! You can walk from Starbucks to the bakery store within seconds. There is always kids running around outside and families taking long walks together. Great place!!
Read 33 Reviews

• A+

• B+

• 22,999 Population

Bloomingdale

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 27

Current Resident: The area is quiet and great for raising a family. It is close to several stores and the area mall and the schools are all in close proximity to anywhere you may live in the area. Also, the area is up and coming, as stores are continually being built and new housing developments are being built. The biggest downside is the traffic, the typical rush hours of eight and five are the worst. The crime rate is pretty low overall in my particular area, I have had absolutely no issues and the neighbors look out for each other and are relatively friendly.
Read 27 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 22,638 Population

Carrollwood

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 85

Current Resident: Great mix of chain/small businesses. Traffic can be bad and many tolls but very easy to navigate! Brand new Costco. Mall and many gyms. Safe neighborhood where everybody is welcome.
Read 85 Reviews

• A

• B-

• 34,531 Population

Fish Hawk

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 30

Current Resident: I have lived in Fish Hawk for a great many years; I began living here when I was just starting high school in 2007 and have lived here since then.

Fish Hawk has all the great amenities you can expect from middle-high class neighborhoods: pool access, gyms, manicured lawns, clean lines and rounded edges everywhere you look. The community is continually expanding into new areas, so there are always new homes to choose from. For as long as we have lived here, we have never had to deal with any feelings of unease.

Fish Hawk is pretty distant from the rest of Tampa, which is a blessing and a curse. You will have to drive a minimum of 15 minutes, depending on the time of the day, to get to Brandon, for example.

I would be amiss to not mention the pricing of the housing here is somewhat on the pricey side for what you are getting, hence the 4-star rating, but if you are the type that's looking for a peaceful neighborhood full of peaceful fixings, Fish Hawk is a good place to start.
Read 30 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 17,241 Population

Feather Sound

• Suburb of Tampa, FL

• A

• B-

• 3,472 Population

Pebble Creek

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 21

Current Resident: Friendly neighbors! Safe, suburban life feeling. Good whether you have children or not. Publix supermarket nearby. Lots of places to eat a short distance away. It can get pretty congested during rush hour but every area has it's downside. This area was basically untouched during the last hurricane.
Read 21 Reviews

• A

• B

• 8,146 Population

Temple Terrace

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 102

Current Resident: Nice area with nice homes, and many great local eateries and shops. There's a great Recreational Center at the heart of the community, and it's close to Tampa's theme parks!
Read 102 Reviews

• A

• B-

• 25,654 Population

Northdale

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 39

Former Resident: I love Northdale because of its friendly residents and it's safety. There are a ton of great restaurants in the area, as well as popular clothing stores. Northdale has everything to offer from good public schools to safe neighborhoods and everything in between!
Read 39 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 22,317 Population

East Lake

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 48

Current Resident: Great place to live. Beautiful residential communities surrounded by preserves and natural parks. Several golf courses within a few mile radius. Easy drive to Honeymoon Island for the beach in less than 15 minutes. Under 30 minutes to the airport, major malls for shopping -- and under 45 to downtown areas in Tampa and St Pete. The East Lake corridor north of Tampa Rd to Keystone is the ideal place to live and I have made it my home since 1992.
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• A

• B+

• 32,046 Population

Keystone

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 36

Niche User: My overall experience of this area is that it is a great place to live because no matter what you are always going to have a perfect weather in Tampa. There are also many informational and special places to visit within Tampa; for instance, the Everglades, MOSI, Busch Gardens, the pier, channel-side, cruises, Ybor City and a plethora of interesting places. The weather is perfect for vacationing during any season of the year, believe it or not. It is always sunny and bright here in Tampa. I think this place will suit anyone who dislikes the chilly weather and is outgoing.
Read 36 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 23,850 Population

Safety Harbor

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 50

Current Resident: Great small town feel without being away from the city, west of Tampa. There is a great sense of community here. Often the town will shut the main street down for some community event, its always busy! It also has a very well known historic spa, The Safety Harbor Spa. Many people from around the world host weddings, bar mitzvahs and parties there. It neighbors to Clearwater, who has some of the most beautiful beaches in the United States. Safety Harbor has a small town feel with all the benefits of city life.
Read 50 Reviews

• A

• B

• 17,268 Population

Lutz

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 85

Current Resident: I have lived in Lutz since I was in elementary school. It encompasses two counties (Hillsborough and Pasco). It has a hometown feel with several family owned restaurants. It has easy access to Tampa International Airport, I-275, I-75, and the Veteran's Expressway. Shopping is a short drive which includes the new Outlet Mall, Wiregrass Mall, Citrus Park Mall, and International Mall. Upper scale restaurants are finding their way to Lutz. I would love to see more!
Read 85 Reviews

• A

• B

• 21,143 Population

Lake Magdalene

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 40

Current Resident: I have lived here in this area my whole life. It is quiet and industrialized. I have attended all of my schooling in this Northeast Tampa area. The schools have maintained a decent grade since I was attended them.
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• A

• B

• 29,233 Population

Wesley Chapel

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 192

Current Resident: Wesley Chapel is a growing city with excellent K-12 schools, and several colleges and universities nearby. Residents have the option of living in subdivisions of all different scales and price ranges or on a piece of land that's a little bigger or more private. There are movie theaters, restaurants, coffee shops, and car dealers. There's a district park with areas for sports, with a scenic walking path around it and a playground in the middle. There's a mix of every kind of person you can imagine! Wesley Chapel is a city that understands that it takes all types of people to build a great city and that making amenities and necessities available to everyone while continuing to grow and expand is essential for such a town to prosper into an even stronger community!
Read 192 Reviews

• A

• A-

• 51,229 Population

Land O' Lakes

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 127

Current Resident: My family and I have lived in Land O Lakes for one year now. We are renting in a neighborhood near the Veteran's Expressway and Hwy 54. We have found the city to be extremely family friendly with plenty of parks and recreation activities scheduled every weekend. Traffic is manageable and the commute to Tampa via the Veteran's Expressway is extremely convenient. The city is majority Caucasian with no real nightlife activities except hole-in-the-wall bars. Most citizens commute to Tampa or St Petersburg for employment, however, there are many new businesses opening up along the Hwy 54 corridor. After renting for another year, we will be building a home in the same area because we love living here!
Read 127 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 35,122 Population

Citrus Park

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 48

Niche User: I absolutely love this location! Economically, this area is very affordable and competitive with the surrounding areas.I have lived here since I was two years old and see familiar faces and friends frequently when I am out and about. Clearwater Beach is a 30 minute drive at most, while St. Pete Beach is only a little further out. There are many great elementary, middle and high schools to choose from, both public and private. This location is growing, but not so fast as to over-populate. It is a great place, especially, for a growing family to live. It is relatively close to downtown Tampa and has a lot of great local activities to enjoy. I would choose to live here again in a heartbeat!
Read 48 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 25,779 Population

Belleair

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 5

Current Resident: Beautiful place, and we have access to many beaches. We love it❤️❤️❤️.
Living here from Dec through May. Our home is in Rhode Island, and we escape the winter months for the sunshine, and R&R. The Intercoastal is beautiful, and the beaches. Very happy, and would not want to move to any other part of Florida, at this time. People rave about The Villages, and it is nice, but we prefer Belleair for the beaches, and the serenity. Also there is a little more diversity with age groups. Thank You😍😍😍
Read 5 Reviews

• A

• B-

• 3,958 Population

Palm Harbor

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 158

Current Resident: Lovely community. The people are mostly friendly and store locations are very convenient. The schools are excellent and all relatively local to one another! An ideal location to raise a family or retire as well, especially with Clearwater beach a short distance away. The weather is great and the ambiance is peaceful.
Read 158 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 60,236 Population

Cheval

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 37

Niche User: Every time that you want to enjoy the sunny beaches or have a nice day, you will definitely find the love for florida with its warm weather all year round thay let's northerners escape from the cold weather that other parts in the country would have either most of the year or have one harsh winter. I would return to Florida every year to enjoy the weather and the many fun places like universal Studios, Disney, and Bush Garden where I can insure you that your kids will have fun for the whole day. I can see big improvements coming soon to the entire Florida state with many new people coming in which will open up new businesses that we'll be able to enjoy and help to make Florida the place to live in each winter and summer.
Read 37 Reviews

• A

• A-

• 10,645 Population

Oldsmar

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 38

Nearby Resident: Centrally located! Oldsmar boasts great weather, fast A+ schools, and has great little leagues (football, baseball, soccer, and even BMX) for the kids.
Read 38 Reviews

• A

• B+

• 14,023 Population

Town 'n' Country

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 112

Current Resident: I like living in Town 'n' Country because its a very small and quiet environment. The people that I have encountered here are always so nice and friendly. Everyone works extremely hard to maintain the outward appearance of the surrounding properties, so the area tends to remain very neat and presentable. This community is constantly growing with businesses and living quarters that match the needs of the residents. We are surrounded by water, which not only provides a beautiful and relaxing scenery, but it is also great for boating or fishing. Overall, I am not a Florida native, but Town 'n' Country has provided such a great living experience for me that I would not prefer to live anywhere else.
Read 112 Reviews

• A

• B

• 82,554 Population

Lakeland Highlands

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 32

Current Resident: Lakeland Highlands is a quiet and clean family neighborhood. All of the neighbors keep an eye on eachother's property. The yards are kept clean and well-manicured. In Lakeland Highlands, neighbors are friendly and chat occasionally. On weekend's, you see a little higher traffic than normal due to the popularity of yard sales within the neighborhood. Overall, Lakeland Highlands is ideal for a variety of families.
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• A

• B

• 12,426 Population

Riverview

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 239

Current Resident: Riverview is an up and coming town just east of Tampa. There is easy access to Tampa through major highways. It is currently (as of July 2017) experiencing a great deal of growth and new construction. Many areas are expanding and new homes are cropping up everywhere. I recently purchased a townhome that has already appreciated in value.

There are a number of dining and entertainment options in the area, as well. Recently, Xscape Theaters were completed (you have to check out the reclining seats!). Windthrop Plaza is another highlight. Here you can enjoy a variety of dining options from classic Americana at Eat's! to traditional Greek at Acropolis.

Having two dogs I can also attest that it is a very dog friendly town. There is an off leash park in my neighborhood that my pups greatly enjoy. There is also excellent coverage of sidewalks, too.

If you are looking for an affordable, safe area to live, Riverview is a great option!
Read 239 Reviews

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• B

• 84,590 Population

Brandon

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 248

Current Resident: Brandon, a suburb of Tampa, Florida is accessible to Tampa via: Public Transportation, local streets and freeways. It has a small time feel, with Urban city entertainment. Grocery stores, malls, and shopping are centrally located to residents. Neighbors are multi-cultural and friendly! A few Fortune 500 companies have offices in the area. I have contracted with Coca-Cola and Citi-Bank (which is across the street from Chase Bank). Brandon's access to major freeways, leads residents to other major attractions; from Tampa to Orlando with destinations near and far. Key West is a 4 hour drive south and Jacksonville is a 4 hour drive, north.
Read 248 Reviews

• A-

• B-

• 109,784 Population

Valrico

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 114

Current Resident: Wonderful area to live and raise a family. Not too far from major theme parks, beaches, and educational attractions. Perfect place to live for "staycation" lifestyle! The schools are wonderful, plenty of restaurants to choose from and a neighborhood for any preference.
Read 114 Reviews

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• B

• 36,774 Population