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Seminole Heights is a historic district located in Central Tampa and is bordered by the Hillsborough River and Tampa Heights. Downtown Tampa is about 4 miles away. St Petersburg and Clearwater are about 26 miles away.
It was founded in 1911 when T. Roy Young developed 40 acres to create Tampa’s suburb. Seminole Heights consists of three neighborhoods: Old Seminole Heights, South Seminole Heights and South East Seminole Heights. There are many reasons why this neighborhood is experiencing resurgence.
Many historic craftsman style bungalows in Seminole Heights add to its renowned charm. These homes provide an alternative to those who do not prefer a master planned community. In July 2009, This Old House magazine ranked Seminole Heights among the best places to buy an old house and was in the top 8 for editor’s choice. There are two historic districts in Seminole Heights: Hampton Terrace Historic District and Seminole Heights Residential District.
This community is developing quite the reputation in Tampa and beyond. It is renowned for its hip restaurants, microbreweries and unique shops. One popular restaurant in this eating destination was even a two time James Beard Award nominee. After dinner, residents often stroll down the beautiful tree lined streets to one of the many microbreweries or unique shops.
Seminole Heights is a strong community with many events and festivals. The Seminole Heights Garden Center is a popular destination for weddings and other events. There is a Sunday morning market held at Hillsborough High School. There is fresh produce, baked goods, hand crafted items, live music and much more to enjoy. Another great festival in Seminole Heights is the Heights Unites Music and Arts Festival. This event features an exceptional list of artists and musicians.
From the beautiful bungalows to the exceptional restaurants, and wonderful community festivals, this thriving community offers something truly special to its residents. This historic neighborhood certainly has an exciting future!
Come explore the many beautiful homes for sale in Seminole Heights and discover why it is a slice of paradise for many of its residents!