Tampa Bay’s growth is no accident: 2026 outlook

Aerial view of downtown Tampa and the Riverwalk, highlighting the city’s skyline, waterways and planned urban development.

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

Major Sarasota real estate firm to move into 400 Central in downtown St. Pete

A twilight aerial view of downtown St. Petersburg with the 46-story Residences at 400 Central tower illuminated; Michael Saunders & Company logo displayed on the right.

Michael Saunders & Company will open a new office at 400 Central, adding another major tenant to the landmark St. Pete tower.

Demolition to begin for $125M mixed-use project in downtown St. Pete

Three image collage showing the Gallery Haus tower, a rooftop lounge and the pool deck.

Demolition will start soon for Gallery Haus, a $125M mixed use tower planned for downtown St. Pete.

400 Central clears inspections, begins move-ins in downtown St. Pete

A nighttime aerial view of downtown St. Petersburg with the 400 Central tower lit up at the center of the skyline.

400 Central has cleared city inspections and is ready to welcome its first residents to downtown St. Pete.

Downtown St. Pete scores major new bank at 400 Central

A nighttime aerial view of downtown St. Petersburg with the 400 Central tower lit up at the center of the skyline.

PNC Bank is opening a new branch at 400 Central as downtown St. Pete continues its rapid growth.

Downtown St. Pete’s EVO nears capacity with health-focused tenants

A 23-story mixed-use tower named EVO rises above downtown St. Petersburg, featuring modern architecture, glass balconies, and surrounding midrise developments under clear blue skies.

EVO’s new tenants bring wellness-focused energy to downtown St. Pete, leaving just one retail space available.

St. Pete launches ‘Safe Summer’ Fridays to engage teens

The city of St. Petersburg has launched its “Safe Summer” series of events beginning with a block party Saturday, at Campbell Park Recreation Center, complete with education on violence prevention, snacks and family-friendly activities. The event officially kicked off the “Safe Summer” series, which will continue with “Safe Summer Fridays” held every other Friday, from … Read more

Great Places and Spaces: The Nolen tops out in downtown St. Pete (RENDERINGS)

Construction on The Nolen, one of downtown St. Petersburg’s newest condominium towers, reached a milestone with Ellison Construction announcing that the project has topped out. The construction team celebrated the milestone with a ceremonial tree raising, an ancient construction tradition. The 23-story condominium tower, which is under construction, at 126 4th Avenue Northeast, is being … Read more

Kolter Urban completes Saltaire in St. Petersburg (PHOTOS)

Kolter Urban, a Palm Beach real estate development and investment firm, completed Saltaire. Located at 300 1st Street South, in Downtown St. Petersburg, the luxury tower is 35 stories high and has 192 residences overlooking the city’s arts and bayfront district. Smith & Associates Real Estate led sales for Saltaire, which launched in the third … Read more