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East Tampa suburbs undergoing transformation
East Arbor Heights might be overlooked compared to its well-known neighbors, Ybor City and Seminole Heights, but its recent redevelopment has received some attention. “There has been a lot of investment in that area, so you’re seeing more small businesses popping up there,” says Brian Walsh, a Realtor with SkyCoast Realty Group. Developers continue to build multi-family residences in place of abandoned homes. Individuals have bought and renovated older homes, either to rent or reside in. East Arbor Heights is a popular option for commuters. “It’s definitely a bedroom community,” Walsh says. “You’re very car-dependent – you’re going to Ybor City, or you’re going to work downtown.”
East Arbor Heights is known for its close proximity to Downtown Tampa.
New contruction and renovated bungalows give East Arbor Heights a variety of home styles.
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1940s homes facing renovations or demolition
Many of the single-family properties are Cape Cods and bungalow homes. Most were built between the 1940s and ‘50s, surviving the scores of homes torn down for new highways in the late ‘60s. A two-to-three-bedroom home needing repairs can be priced between $160,000 and $200,000, while those recently removed start at around $220,000 and can get as high as $400,000. New construction has also made an appearance, as empty lots become townhomes and other multi-family residences. “You’ll find a triplex on a big lot,” Walsh says. “It’s currently under a lot of development. Some blocks are all one building.” Homebuyers can expect new construction to be priced around $700,000.
East Arbor Heights homes may need some renovations for future homebuyers.
Homes in East Arbor Heights has many renovated homes.
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Graduates of Hillsborough County Schools
Students in this neighborhood are enrolled in Hillsborough County Public Schools. The youngest may attend Edison Elementary and Mclane Middle schools, which share a C Niche grade, before attending the A-minus-rated Middleton High School, situated in the neighborhood on Osborne Avenue. For private education options, there is Ferell Girls Preparatory Academy less than one mile away.
Edison Elementary School's entrance is enclosed with beauty.
Middleton High School serves the East Tampa community.
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Parks along the Hillsborough River
On the neighborhood’s southern end is Robert L. Cole Sr. Community Lake, one of the only parks in surrounding East Tampa. Most of the green spaces are cemeteries. Instead, most drive to spots alongside the Hillsborough River, where they can paddleboard, kayak or visit one of the waterfront parks. Rowlett Park offers roundabout trails and neighbors the 160-acre Rogers Park Golf Course. Golfers can spot some of the tallest rollercoasters at Busch Gardens over the tree line. Skatepark Tampa, an indoor skateboarding park, is under 2 miles away.
Robert L. Cole Lake is off of Dr. Martin Luther King Drive.
There are plenty riverfront parks in East Arbor Heights for extracurricular activities.
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Sanwa Farmer’s Market and Eastgate Mall
Markets and dining options are situated on M.L.K. Jr. Boulevard, such as Mama's Soul Food Restaurant. Southern comfort food is what Mama’s does best. Take-out boxes usually contain honey chicken, mac n’ cheese and sweet potato cornbread. East Arbor Heights is close to Eastgate Shopping Mall and its chain restaurants, clothing stores and family-owned Sanwa Farmer’s Market. The historic restaurants, bakeries and cafes are in Ybor City and Seminole Heights along North Florida Avenue.
East Arbor Heights neighbors shop at Sanwa Farmer's Market for all of their fresh produce.
Sanwa Farmer's Market has fresh produce for residents of East Arbor Heights.
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Seminole Heights celebrates local establishments
Nearby Seminole Heights hosts a Sunday morning market from January through May and the Taste of the Heights festival in November. Hungry visitors enjoy the variety of food trucks and local restaurants from around East Tampa. East Arbor Heights is 7 miles from the Florida State Fairgrounds, which hosts the state fair every February.
East Arbor Heights neighbors love to shop local at neighborhood events.
East Arbor Heights neighbors have access to local vendors who sell their homemade goods.
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Getting in and around East Arbor Heights
Major highways include Interstate 275, East Hillsborough Avenue and I-4. The latter is lined with bus stops operated by the Hillsborough Regional Transit Authority, which takes riders 5 miles south to Tampa. East Hillsborough Avenue also has fast-food restaurants and gas stations. For medical care, St. Joseph’s Hospital is a 4-mile drive east. For extended travel, Tampa International Airport is 6 miles west.
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Parks in this Area
Rowlett Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Lake
Robert L. Cole Sr. Community Lake
Fishing
Lake
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Tampa International
19 min drive
Bus
M L King Jr Blvd & 20th St
Bus
22nd St & Giddens Av
Bus
M L King Jr Blvd & 15th St
Bus
22nd St & Osborne Av
Bus
15th St & Chelsea St
Bus
M L King Jr Blvd & 17th St
Bus
22nd St & North Bay St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Arbor Heights
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Arbor Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Arbor Heights, Tampa sell after 90 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Arbor Heights, Tampa over the last 12 months is $460,045, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,932
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,893
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,969
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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