Gorrie Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Tampa,
FL
Southeast Tampa
Tampa,
FL
Neighborhoods
Southeast Tampa
Old Tampa roots, waterfront views, and downtown minutes away
About the Neighborhood
Living in Southeast Tampa
Southeast Tampa is a waterfront residential area on Hillsborough Bay, just east of downtown and south of Ybor City, anchored by the historic Palmetto Beach neighborhood. South 22nd Street is home to local eateries like Igmara’s Caribbean Cafe and La Fiesta Mexican Store, with 22nd Street Coffee and Ybor City’s restaurants close by. Residents can explore the Palmetto Beach Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and visit nearby Ybor City Museum State Park. DeSoto Park sits along McKay Bay with a public pool, skate park, basketball courts, and a waterfront walkway with bay views. Southeast Tampa offers residents a bayfront setting with local history, Latin flavors, and quick access to downtown.
Palmetto Beach Historic District
DeSoto Park Waterfront
McKay Bay Views
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Walk, Bike & Transit
28
Walk Score
55
Bike Score
24
Transit Score
Education
Schools
Wilson Middle School
Public · Grades 6–8
Rampello K-8 Magnet School
Public · Grades K–8
Desoto Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Channelside Academy Of Math And Science
Charter · Grades K–8
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Southeast Tampa located in Tampa?
Southeast Tampa is located southeast of downtown Tampa along the bay, with Adamo Drive to the north and the Ybor Channel to the west.
Is Southeast Tampa a good neighborhood to live in Tampa?
Southeast Tampa is a waterfront-oriented residential area that offers bay access and a smaller-scale community setting close to downtown. Housing includes older homes dating to the early 1900s, newer construction, and townhomes in the nearby Channel District. Residents are close to the Selmon Expressway, I-4, and Adamo Drive, with downtown Tampa about a 5-minute drive away. However, the neighborhood sits near the Port of Tampa, so industrial activity and port-related traffic are part of the surroundings.
What is Southeast Tampa, Tampa known for?
Southeast Tampa is known for its working-waterfront character, where an industrial shoreline meets the quiet birdlife of McKay Bay. Its close-knit community feel and location directly across the channel from downtown set it apart from other parts of the city.
How far is Southeast Tampa from downtown Tampa?
Southeast Tampa is about 3 miles southeast of downtown Tampa.
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