Legacy Preparatory Academy
Charter · Grades K–8
Tampa,
FL
University Square
Tampa,
FL
Neighborhoods
University Square
College-town energy with all of Uptown at your doorstep
About the Neighborhood
Living in University Square
University Square is a central Tampa neighborhood in the city’s Uptown district, a short distance from the University of South Florida. East Fowler Avenue is the area’s main commercial corridor, with local favorites like Angora Mediterranean Grill, Talkin’ Tacos, and Jerk Hut Island Grille & Beach Club. Residents can easily access the Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI), Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and University Mall. Lettuce Lake Park, a few miles east along Fletcher Avenue, offers canoeing and kayaking on the Hillsborough River, plus trails for hiking, running, and cycling. University Square gives residents a convenient, well-connected location with dining, attractions, and outdoor recreation nearby.
Busch Gardens
Museum of Science & Industry
Fowler Avenue Dining
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
51
Walk Score
58
Bike Score
36
Transit Score
Education
Schools
Brooks Debartolo Collegiate High School
Charter · Grades 9–12
Excelsior Prep Charter Middle School
Charter · Grades 6–8
Sulphur Springs Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–8
Excelsior Prep Charter School
Charter · Grades K–5
Getting Around
Public Transit
22nd Street (Route 12)
Bus
University Area/Westshore (Route 45)
Bus
15th/30th Street (Route 9)
Bus
New Tampa Limited Express (Route 275)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is University Square located in Tampa?
University Square is located in north-central Tampa, with Interstate 275 to the west and the University of South Florida campus to the east.
Is University Square a good neighborhood to live in Tampa?
University Square is a centrally located neighborhood that combines shopping and dining along Fowler Avenue with quick access to major attractions. Housing includes single-family homes built across several decades, along with a number of apartment communities. Residents can reach Interstate 275 and downtown Tampa via Fowler Avenue, with HART bus stops along 15th, 22nd, and 30th Streets. It’s worth noting that Fowler Avenue is a busy corridor, especially during peak commute hours.
What is University Square, Tampa known for?
University Square is known for its place in Tampa’s Uptown district, where the multi-billion-dollar Rithm at Uptown redevelopment is expected to add new homes, offices, and retail by 2030. It’s also recognized for its close proximity to Busch Gardens, with some residents able to see attractions from their yards.
How far is University Square from downtown Tampa?
University Square is approximately 9 miles north of downtown Tampa.
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