2019 Best Suburbs to Live in the Tampa AreaAbout this List

Westchase

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 36 reviews

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!!
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• B+

• 23,287 Population

Carrollwood

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 89 reviews

Former Resident: I lived in Carrollwood from 2008 to 2015.I moved from Tampa to get out of the city and enjoy a more surburban lifestyle. I lived all that time at The Park at Lake Magdalene.Rent for my upstairs 1 bedroom apt overlooking a pond and trees water,sewer trash included was back then a very affordable $600 a month! I also had decent neighbors no riff raff.I worked inTampa doing security. I finally moved out and left Carrollwood to live with and care for my elderly mom after dad passed away. I enjoyed living in Carrollwood during my nearly eight years there. I t was clean,safe pretty(loved the parks and bike trails) good shopping area and close enough to Tampa Citrus Park and Tampa Palms.The apt with the pond and woods view from my 2nd story apt balcony with so beautiful. Best apt ever!
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• B-

• 34,747 Population

Fish Hawk

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 37 reviews

Current Resident: Fishhawk is a great place to live, I currently attend Newsome High school which is about 5 mins from where I live. Fishhawk is a very kid friendly environment which offers great education as well as after school activities such as soccer, tennis, baseball. Also there are many parks and recreational areas to enjoy after school or on the weekends. In Fishhawk there are an abundance of fantastic restaurants to try that the whole family can enjoy. Fishhawk is a close connected community that centers around being safe and enjoying daily activities. There are many young parents with kids that lives in Fishhawk so there are plenty of opportunities to get babysitters to watch the kids once and awhile. Fishhawk is a great place to live and I wouldn't trade it for anything.
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• A-

• 17,698 Population

Pebble Creek

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 24 reviews

Current Resident: It contains a very safe and easy access environment for all ages. The diversity is slowly becoming an abundant thing. People here are very kind to one another, very clean and well mannered. The real state here is very profitable, along with the community schools being excellent. Overall, a very nice and suburban area for our community to thrive and raise our next upcoming generation!
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• B

• 8,311 Population

Feather Sound

• Suburb of St. Petersburg, FL

• A+

• B-

• 3,532 Population

Bloomingdale

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 27 reviews

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.
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• B+

• 23,395 Population

Temple Terrace

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 112 reviews

Current Resident: Temple Terrace is a safe and peaceful neighborhood. The town has many restaurants and stores that allow dining out or ability to purchase anything you desire. Nearby there is a major mall and movie theatre creating a fun atmosphere. Also, USF is located in this town adding to the festivities and scenery. The town is also very clean and has its own golf course. I love Temple Terrace as a place to live in
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• B

• 25,853 Population

Lutz

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 94 reviews

Current Resident: I have lived in Lutz my entire life which is 16 years. It is a great section that is a part of Tampa. The school systems are some of the best in the county of Hillsborough and I have attended elementary school, middle school and currently attending a high school that are all next to each other which has made the commute and transition to school very easy considering that they are all next to each other. This has allowed me to meet new people that have come to some of the best schools and continue to keep my friends from a young age. The only complaint is how busy the city is growing which has created a lot of traffic. New communities are popping up everywhere which confirms the fact that many people want to move to Lutz and enjoy the beautiful area of Tampa which has much to provide. It it a town that I feel very safe in because fire stations and police stations are short distances away. Lutz also is a very friendly place that has lots of diversity.
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• B

• 21,448 Population

Lake Magdalene

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 41 reviews

Current Resident: Very calm and peaceful. Quiet but filled with young families. Tons of restaurants nearby and Busch Gardens is about 15 minutes away. A perfect place to settle down out of the city.
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• B

• 29,184 Population

Wesley Chapel

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 227 reviews

Current Resident: Wesley Chapel is an amazing suburb town that is continuously developing! Within the county of Pasco, there are school complexes and other school options nearby with amazing teachers who have passion. The diversity here is excellent, and people are generally accepting. Of course, with more development, commute time is starting to become difficult. Most services and entertainment areas are in driving distance.
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• 53,414 Population

Keystone

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 37 reviews

Current Resident: Keystone is a rural 32-mile area in Lutz and Odessa area. Equestrian and Agricultural neighborhoods. Beautiful parks, homes, ranches still are breath taking. Large lakes for water sports and large equestrian centers for horse shows and trail riding. Keystone is the best-kept secret in Hillsborough County!
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• A-

• 24,236 Population

Northdale

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 40 reviews

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!
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• B+

• 22,558 Population

Citrus Park

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 50 reviews

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!
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• B+

• 25,994 Population

Town 'n' Country

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 114 reviews

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.
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• 83,879 Population

East Lake

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 52 reviews

Current Resident: East Lake is friendly, with a lot of people, good education (especially for engineering), close to downtown Tarpon Springs. Housing is nice, but people are not caught up in who owns what, and are typically very friendly. In addition, there is an unlimited retro arcade in the area, which is AMAZING!!!
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• A-

• 32,248 Population

Belleair

• Suburb of St. Petersburg, FL
• 5 reviews

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😍😍😍
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• B-

• 3,982 Population

Land O' Lakes

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 142 reviews

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!
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• A-

• 35,995 Population

Lakeland Highlands

• Suburb of Lakeland, FL
• 32 reviews

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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• B

• 12,345 Population

Palm Harbor

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 176 reviews

Current Resident: I moved to Palm Harbor about two years ago. I enjoy the fact that I am close to Tampa, but the traffic can be very heavy sometimes. Palm Harbor is a safe and family friendly city. I would raise a family here in a heartbeat. East Lake High School and Palm Harbor University are both fantastic schools!
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• A-

• 61,553 Population

Safety Harbor

• Suburb of St. Petersburg, FL
• 57 reviews

Current Resident: I love Safety Harbor! As a resident, I find SH a safe, quaint community nestled between Tampa Bay, bustling neighboring cities and Gulf of Mexico beaches. SH celebrated it's centennial in 2017, but dates back far beyond. Arrowheads can still be found; a sprawling oak tree downtown dates back to the 1600s & a world-famous health spa attracts visitors all year round. I stroll Main Street and enjoy restaurants, coffee shops, & walking past historical homes surrounded by mature oaks, palms, pines & magnolias. SH has a museum, library, businesses, job opportunities, friendly churches, good schools, & social diversity. SH hosts wine-tasting events, concerts, outdoor markets, parades & fun-runs. I see sun rises, dolphins, manatees & waterbirds from Bayshore, the boardwalk, the marina, the fishing pier...I walk, run, & bike on the trail free of traffic. AM or PM, there's enjoyment to be had no matter one's income or preference. I continue to discover treasured history as well as modern SH.
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• 17,484 Population

Brandon

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 284 reviews

Current Resident: I have been living in Brandon, Fl for that past 23 years with my family. We love this town, because every place you need to go is always close by, even at a walking distance. There are various restaurants, cafes, diners, and fast food chains on literally every corner you turn to. Plus there a fun spots to go to in Brandon and in Tampa which is very close by. Brandon is a culturally diverse town and has grown in population for over some time now. I would recommend anyone who would like to move and a change of scenario from the big city or country life to try out the suburbs of Brandon. I think it is worth it! Also, Brandon is a great suburban town to raise children for those who have families.
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• 113,124 Population

Cheval

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 39 reviews

Nearby Resident: Cheval is a great neighborhood, very family friendly and in the perfect area. 3 A rated schools 5 minutes or less from neighborhood. Lutz is a great area to live in and especially amazing for families with young children.
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• 10,821 Population

Riverview

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 272 reviews

Current Resident: Riverview is a pretty large city and growing. There are some more empty areas, but there's a lot of construction going on. Everything is nearby somewhere and I like it because it is pretty safe and people are nice. There are a lot of schools nearby, like Riverview High School and Bell Creek Academy among other middle and elementary schools. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a change of pace and are looking for a lot of suburbs. There are some nice stores in the area and eateries. Some good eateries would be Publix, Ciccio Cali, GastroPub, and more! Also, we have an awesome theater, GDX 14, it has reclining chairs, dolby, and gastropub is right inside, so I would 100% recommend going there and the Alley (bowling place).
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• B

• 88,191 Population

Valrico

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 128 reviews

Nearby Resident: Over the last 10 years, this town has grown! There are plenty of restaurants and retail opportunities now. Unfortunately, the roads are quite congested with traffic coming and going in all directions, but that comes with the growth. What once was a farming community has now become a bustling suburb of Tampa.
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• B+

• 37,546 Population

Oldsmar

• Suburb of Tampa, FL
• 41 reviews

Current Resident: I like the community vibe. I'm close to all the stores and many restaurants. I like the nature and wildlife. I go for walks on the traintracks and the other day I took the dogs to a pond and saw turtles and a large alligator who charged us. I guess he was hungry. I was living right around the corner from where I am now when I had my first child so this area brings back wonderful memories of her when she was a baby and I was a new mom. There is also very accessible bud routes withing walking distance which is import since I travel by bus. There is a super Walmart right down the street which is one stop shopping for almost all of my needs. The public library is awesome and the people working there are very friendly.
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• 14,211 Population