Sulphur Springs Townhome for Sale

Sulphur Springs in Tampa is a historic neighborhood known for its iconic water tower along the Hillsborough River. Once a major tourist spot called “Florida’s Coney Island,” it featured attractions like a water slide and an alligator farm. Today, Sulphur Springs is undergoing residential changes with many single-family homes being renovated and new bungalow-style houses being built. The neighborhood is close to Seminole Heights, a trendy area with bars, restaurants, and vintage shops. Interstate 275 and U.S. Route 41 (Nebraska Avenue) run through the neighborhood, making downtown Tampa just 5 miles away. Community initiatives like Resources in Community Hope House provide support through after-school programs and family services. Local attractions include River Tower Park, home to the historic water tower and annual Florida Orchestra concerts, and Sulphur Springs Park with its community pool and walking trails. Mann-Wagon Memorial Park has a small museum, while Rowlett Park offers fishing, watercraft launches, and trails. The neighborhood also features upgraded facilities at Springhill Park Community Center and hosts public meetings at George Bartholomew Community Center. Dining and retail options are plentiful along Business 41, with popular spots like Kanka’s Peruvian Tex-Mex Cuisine.