Name: Ballast Point
Address: Tampa

About the neighborhood

Ballast Point offers a peaceful environment with several nearby public green spaces providing ample opportunities to relax outdoors. The neighborhood is characterized by a mix of housing types, including single detached homes, townhouses, and larger apartment buildings, with many properties dating back to mid-20th century and the 1980s. Flat topography supports the use of bicycles, enhancing ease of movement throughout the area. Parking availability is convenient, and dining options include a selection of local restaurants. Primary schools are easily accessible from most locations, making access to education straightforward. The combination of tranquility, green areas, and varied housing creates a soothing and practical neighborhood experience.

Characteristics

Transportation

The preferred approach to navigate Ballast Point is often driving. It is very convenient to find a parking spot. Traveling as a pedestrian in this area is not very common, even though meeting daily needs is easy without a vehicle. On the other hand, Ballast Point is a fairly pleasant part of Tampa for bike riders. More precisely, the area is rather flat.

Services

It is often an option for home buyers in this part of the city to do groceries without a car. Moreover, a restaurant is usually just around the corner, and residents can enjoy a few cafes as well. In terms of education, locals will find that wherever their house is situated in Ballast Point, primary schools are close by. However, there are no high schools in Ballast Point.

Character

People who prefer a relaxed atmosphere will enjoy Ballast Point. This area is very quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, public green spaces, including Gadsden Park and MacDill 48, are very well-situated and there are a few of them nearby for residents to visit, which makes it easy to get to them.

Car friendly6.8

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly6.2

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly0.0

Few transit options

Restaurants6.2

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries6.8

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance