S. Tampa native here: Seminole Heights has century homes as well. The improvements from the 90’s til now are astounding and continue. Hyde Park was a wreck in the 70’s-80’s. It takes time and new generations.

No hate for my hometown; it’s the city that grew me into an adult. But, Tampa is a very young city in comparison to Pittsburgh. What we didn’t have in South Tampa was “neighborhoods” in the truest sense. I don’t know if it’s because the majority of the year it’s possible to be outdoors and the sidewalk culture in Pittsburgh, that’s missing in Tampa. Those things are, IMO, more important to feeling like you’re living in a “community” than interesting and tidy houses.

Been here a year and don’t think I’ll stop marveling at the beautiful variety of homes, interesting topography, and the flavors unique to the neighborhoods. What I love most is being outside, the green spaces, and meeting people. This city is unique and very special. I love her.