Is Tampa A Good City To Retire? Are there safe neighborhoods?

Tampa is a good city to retire if you choose the best neighborhoods to retire in. The healthcare facilities are of course modern and Hillsborough County in general is good for retirement. The crime index is higher in some parts of town but most of the retirement or 55 Plus communities in near the best Tampa neighborhoods.

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Finding The Best Tampa Neighborhood In South Tampa

There are several 55 plus to choose from. One is a high rise condo and another has mobile homes and sets on Tampa Bay. It is surprisingly nice and a great way to live on or near the bay. Yes, both are secure and the mobile home community is actually gated. Tampa Bay has many 55 plus communities and Tampa Bay has many residents over 55.

Single Family Homes & Retirement in Tampa Bay

Some of the 55 plus housing options are to the north and east of downtown Tampa. Although a little rural they are only about 20-30 minutes from the city of Tampa as in downtown. I would avoid immediately north of I-4 because of the crime rate there. There are many online resources that will back that up. South Tampa is somewhat safer and South Tampa is much nicer.

Things To Do For Retirement in Tampa Bay

Take a cruise out of Tampa or go to St Pete beach or Clearwater and take a cruise on a smaller vessel. Maybe on a pirate ship, maybe on a ship which looks like a shark ! See and enjoy the Tampa Riverwalk, the Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning or maybe even the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tampa Florida has much more than just amazing Florida beaches.

Perks of Tampa Retirement

• Downtown Tampa

• No state income tax

• Tampa International Airport

• Laid back beach lifestyle !

• Great healthcare facilities

• Art Galleries

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Assisted Living Facilities Near Tampa Florida

My wife was a Director of many such facilities and she is a Senior Relocation Specialist. She knows this area well and can advise you if you wish. We are both local realtors and would love to assist you finding the perfect place for retirement in Tampa.