The real estate developments shaping Tampa Bay in 2026

The projects defining where Tampa Bay’s growth, capital and urban density are headed in 2026.

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Downtown Tampa skyline with office towers and palm trees under a blue sky, illustrating major real estate projects shaping Tampa Bay.
Tampa Bay’s growth is no accident: 2026 outlook

Why Tampa Bay’s economy is entering 2026 with balance, momentum and long-term fundamentals firmly in place.

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Aerial view of downtown Tampa and the Riverwalk, highlighting the city’s skyline, waterways and planned urban development.
3,500 seat entertainment district planned in downtown Tampa

Strategic Property Partners plans a downtown Tampa entertainment district anchored by a 3,500-seat live music venue.

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Rendering shows views of a planned entertainment district and 3,500-seat music venue in downtown Tampa near Benchmark International Arena
How Water Street hotels increased food and beverage revenue in 2025

A case study on how Tampa’s Water Street hotels used food and beverage to drive growth in a year when room revenue stalled.

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Aerial view of the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street overlooking the waterfront and marina in downtown Tampa.
Darryl Shaw sells 2 Ybor properties for $7.45M near Gasworx

Two Ybor properties sold for $7.45M as investor interest accelerates near Gasworx.

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Three views of Ybor City development: the Pete’s Bagels building on 4th Avenue, a historic mixed-use building on 6th Avenue, and the nearby Gasworx construction site linking Ybor to downtown Tampa.
Luxury meets demand: Tampa’s $675M Hotel ORA surges past $200M in sales

Tampa’s $675M Hotel ORA project surpasses $200M in sales, setting the stage for a new era of downtown luxury.

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Rendering of Hotel ORA’s rooftop pool deck at sunset, featuring palm trees, lounge chairs, and an illuminated stage.
Ballard Partners relocates to Thousand & One

Ballard Partners, a lobbying and public affairs firm, has relocated to Thousand & One, at Water Street Tampa. “Our relocation to Thousand & One signifies an exciting new chapter for Ballard Partners.

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Luxury mattress retailer to open ‘viewing room’ at Water Street Tampa

Saatva, a privately held e-commerce company that specializes in luxury mattresses, will open what it calls a “viewing room,” at Water Street Tampa. “Tampa’s sophisticated consumer is a great fit

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PEI Global Partners doubles its presence at Water Street Tampa

Strategic Property Partners has announced an expansion, and lease extension, with PEI Global Partners, at Water Street Tampa. PEI, an investment bank specializing in power, energy and infrastructure, will relocate

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Holding company opens new headquarters in Tampa

Roemanu, a holding company focused on originating and investing in business purpose mortgage loans across the United States and the United Kingdom, and its subsidiary Toorak Capital Partners, opened its

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SPP unveils plans for new office and residential towers in Water Street Tampa (RENDERINGS)

Strategic Property Partners has shared plans for three new projects, as part of the ongoing development of Water Street Tampa including a residential condominium building, a build-to-suit trophy office complex

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Water Street Tampa to host the Urban Land Institute – Florida Summit

The city of Tampa is set to host the Urban Land Institute – Florida Summit, on April 4 and April 5, at the JW Marriott Water Street Tampa. The annual

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