$286,524Average Value$252Average Price per Sq Ft23Homes For Sale
University Square has budget-friendly homes in central Tampa
University Square offers affordable homes near Tampa’s top attractions. “It’s in a pocket near Busch Gardens and the University of South Florida,” says Tampa Realtor Jeff Tabares of Wealth Haven Realty. “There’s a strong pool of renters, and investors buy there because properties can be used as student housing.” Due to its landlocked location, the neighborhood experiences less storm damage than areas closer to the water. “It’s inland enough to be affected by wind, but not floods,” Tabares says.University Mall, which is undergoing significant redevelopment, sits just north. Within the next decade, it's projected to be a tech hub with shopping, dining, housing, offices and more. “It was completely demolished, and they’re rebuilding now,” Tabares says. “If University Mall becomes what they envision, these homes will be in a prime spot.”
University Square blends suburban living with ambitious redevelopment plans.
University Square features cottages, ranch-style homes, and occasional split-level houses.
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First-time buyers and investors drawn to affordable housing mix
Homes line flat roads, where the Florida sun shines on modest lots. Although succulents, palm trees and moss-draped live oaks grow in most yards, there’s not a lot of shade in the neighborhood. Small cottages typically have 1,000 square feet or less and one to three bedrooms and bathrooms. They can cost between $120,000 and $210,000. Ranch-style homes make up most of the neighborhood’s housing. Depending on size, age and condition, they can range in price from $220,000 to $440,000. Buyers may find Colonial Revival or split-level homes within the same price range, but they’re rare. Aside from investors and renters, University Square appeals to first-time buyers. Apartment complexes are also in the neighborhood.
Small cottages in University Square typically measure 1,000 square feet or less.
University Square is a top choice for first-time homebuyers seeking affordable options.
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Rithm at Uptown redevelopment will add homes, offices and retail
Across state Road 582, Rithm at Uptown—a 100-acre redevelopment of the old University Mall—will transform the underused shopping center into a walkable mixed-use community with research labs, medical clinics, offices, thousands of homes and commercial space. Rithm stands for research, innovation, technology, humanity and medicine, reflecting the site’s uses. As it stands, Rithm has a Sprouts Farmers Market and Hub Tampa, an apartment complex for USF students. The multi-billion-dollar project is expected to be completed in 2030, but residents already have access to many nearby restaurants. Miller’s Ale House offers large portions of comfort food and a spot to watch sports; Angora Mediterranean Grill serves gyros and kebabs; and Talkin’s Tacos dishes Tex-Mex favorites. The Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen is just east of the neighborhood, with an expansive menu and lots of beer on tap.
The multi-billion-dollar Rithm project near University Square is expected to finish by 2030.
The Rithm at Uptown project is transforming University Square’s old mall into a walkable community.
Although Rithm won’t finish until 2030, University Square residents already enjoy Sprouts Farmers Market.
Yuengling Draft Haus & Kitchen is a popular dining and brewery near University Square.
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University of South Florida shapes the academic and cultural vibe
The University of South Florida, a public research university, is just outside the neighborhood. It educates about 50,000 students and has notable programs in industrial and organizational psychology, criminology, rehabilitation counseling and public health. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities, hand its medical school, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, is ranked Tier 1 in research by U.S. News and World Report.
A USF-branded water tower rises just outside University Square in Tampa.
Basketball fans can enjoy games at the USF Yuengling Center near University Square.
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Students attend Hillsborough County Public Schools
Hillsborough County Public Schools serve University Square. Niche gives the district a B-plus. Parents can choose from magnet schools, controlled open enrollment and out-of-zone transfers. Acceptance depends on capacity and is usually determined by a lottery.Shaw Elementary and Witter Elementary are in the neighborhood and receive C’s from Niche. Shaw feeds into Buchanan Middle, which gets a C-plus, and Wharton High, earning a B. Wharton is a Cambridge School, meaning it offers advanced Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education diplomas.
Shaw Elementary School provides quality education for families in University Square.
Witter Elementary School serves families living in University Square.
Buchanan Middle School is a highly rated option for students in University Square.
Wharton High School in University Square focuses on developing creative and responsible students.
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Outdoor recreation, from walking paths to water parks
The neighborhood’s Copeland Park offers various amenities. Its shaded playgrounds have monkey bars and swings, and its sports facilities include a ball field, as well as tennis and racquetball courts. Fitness equipment lines the extensive trail system, with paved and natural paths. The Copeland Center has an indoor gym, fitness center and computer lab, and the Copeland Pool is a summertime favorite. To the south, Rowlett Park rests along the Hillsborough River, with trails under oak and pine trees. From its Hillsborough River State Canoe Trail, visitors can launch canoes into the water. The park also features fitness stations, playgrounds, picnic areas and sports facilities, including Florida’s first wheelchair-accessible softball field for adult athletes. The public 18-hole Rogers Park Golf Course is adjacent to Rowlett Park. A 2-mile drive east leads to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and the Adventure Island water park. “People from all over the world come to the theme parks,” Tabares says. “They’re most popular from November to January, when it’s not too hot and there isn’t a cloud in the sky.”
Rowlett Park offers paved exercise trails for University Square residents to enjoy.
Copeland Park is a favorite outdoor destination for University Square residents.
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Easy access to interstates and downtown Tampa attractions
Interstate 275 is just west and can lead about 10 miles south to downtown Tampa, with attractions like the Water Street dining district; Raymond James Stadium, home of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers; Benchmark International Arena, where the Tampa Bay Lightning take the ice; and Tampa International Airport. A short drive east leads to interstates 75 and 4. State roads 582 and 580 run east-west along the neighborhood’s northern and southern borders, respectively. Bus stops sit throughout the neighborhood. Top-tier medical facilities, including AdventHealth Tampa and the Moffitt Cancer Center, are about 2 miles away.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
University Square
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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University Square Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in University Square, Tampa sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in University Square, Tampa over the last 12 months is $300,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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