Ybor City named one of the best places to live, according to Money
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Money recently released its annual list of the 50 best places to live in the United States and a Tampa neighborhood made the cut.
The list highlights cities and towns “where a thriving economy meets affordability, diversity and an exceptional quality of life.”
Money called Tampa one of America’s hottest cities and highlighted Ybor City as one of the best places to live.
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“Many factors that make Tampa such a great place are concentrated in Ybor City, the area’s undisputed cultural epicenter. Also known as Cigar City, Ybor is located just north of the harbor, Port Tampa Bay, and is a historic melting pot of Cuban, Spanish and Italian immigrants. The local architecture, art and cuisine are all the richer for it. A main street — 7th Avenue — dissects the neighborhood and boasts boutique shops, award-winning food, lively venues and cozy cafes; many tucked inside old, impeccably-preserved cigar factories. The strip is lovingly called La Setima (not-quite Spanish and not-quite Italian for “seventh”). Here, roosters are allowed to roam free, giving an extra dash of color and flair to an already eccentric district,” Money said.
Money said Ybor is “one of the most walkable areas in Tampa.” It highlighted the free streetcar system that connects Ybor to downtown Tampa.
“For years now, Ybor has been a vibrant place to live and work, but its future looks even brighter,” Money said.
“Being recognized by Money magazine as one of the nation’s top places to live is a testament to the rich tapestry of life that Ybor City offers,” Tampa Mayor Jane Castor said. “It’s where the threads of history, culture, culinary delights, entertainment, pedestrian-friendly streets, and transportation converge. For both locals and tourists, Ybor has held a special place in our hearts, and its promising future only adds to its allure and charm.”
To see Money’s full list of the 50 best places to live, click here.
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