| July 2008
- Small Town, Big City Tucked away in the heart of
Tampa is a small town with a big city feel. South Tampa
is one of Tampa’s premier places to live and provides a
variety of culture and business opportunities alike. The
tree-lined streets provide a cozy feel with many unique
homes and apartments to live in. The homes in South
Tampa all have unique designs and styles with beautiful
landscaping and serene places to quiet down after a long
day at work. Many of the apartments in South Tampa have
been renovated and updated to suit the tastes and styles
of young professionals and families seeking a more
affordable place to live in Tampa Bay. Many of the
apartments are located just above or near a bustling
business district filled with coffee shops, bakeries,
doctor’s offices and fitness centers all to meet the
demands of active Floridians.
One of the events that take place yearly in South
Tampa is the Gasparilla parade. Pirates invade the city
of Tampa and many onlookers gather to show there support
and cheer on the parade in hopes of getting a few beads
and having a great time. If you happen to be living in
one of South Tampa’s apartments or homes then you can
avoid the traffic and just take a quick stroll down to
Bayshore Blvd. where all the activity takes place.
According to the South Tampa Chamber of commerce
there are more than 450 businesses and organizations in
South Tampa alone. The Chamber began as the "Port Tampa
Assembly of Businessmen" in 1926. It evolved over the
years into the South Gandy Chamber of Commerce and in
1974 became the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce. For
over 80 years, they have strived to make our community a
better place in which to live, work and play. Members of
the Chamber of Commerce enjoy networking, community
involvement and social activities.
South Tampa is a thriving community with many small
town advantages and big city perks. From great places to
live, work and play you are sure to find what you are
looking for. So next time you are in the area or are
thinking of a new place to call home, come visit and
enjoy all this great city has to offer. |
