Palmetto Beach Homes for Rent

Palmetto Beach in Tampa is a historic waterfront neighborhood with roots dating back to the late 1800s. Known for its preserved culture of old-school Tampa families, the area is also welcoming new residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere. Housing primarily consists of bungalows from the 1920s to 1950s, featuring bright colors, large front porches, and either carports or driveways. Additionally, there are Spanish-influenced townhouses. The neighborhood is bordered by the Selmon Expressway and U.S. State Route 41, providing convenient, albeit tolled, access to the greater Tampa area. Tampa International Airport is about 8 miles away, and Downtown Tampa is 2 miles away, offering further connectivity. Palmetto Beach features several dining options, including 22nd Street Coffee, Igmara’s Caribbean Cafe, and Coco’s Sandwich Shop, along with grocery stores like Tienda Mexicana and Los Amigos Grocery and Meat. IKEA on North 26th Street provides daily necessities. For recreation, Desoto Park offers a nature trail, swimming pool, sports courts, and a skate park, while McKay Bay Nature Park features a national avian sanctuary. Families in Palmetto Beach can send their children to Hillsborough County Public Schools, with Desoto Elementary, Giunta Middle, and Howard W Blake High School serving the area. The neighborhood's proximity to industrial and manufacturing sites results in lower air quality and occasional metallic smells, though many residents find employment at these facilities.