Tampa ranks 2nd among top U.S. retail markets in 2025

Aerial view of downtown Tampa showing the Hillsborough River, Riverwalk, office towers and surrounding commercial development.

Tampa placed second nationwide in CoStar’s 2025 ranking of the top U.S. retail markets, reflecting durable fundamentals and steady demand.

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.

Pendry Tampa reveals a full lineup of waterfront restaurants

An aerial view of Pendry Tampa along the Riverwalk at dusk

Pendry Tampa is adding a full lineup of new restaurants and bars to the Riverwalk through a partnership with Clique Hospitality.

The man behind Water Street breaks down Gasworx

Aerial view of the Gasworx construction site with cranes, new buildings and downtown Tampa in the distance.

Gasworx is turning a long-ignored part of Tampa into a walkable district that connects Ybor City with downtown.

Dallas firm buys Westshore’s 1 North Dale Mabry, plans $4M upgrade

Exterior view of 1 North Dale Mabry, a 13-story Class A office tower in Tampa’s Westshore district

A Dallas investment firm has bought Tampa’s 1 North Dale Mabry office tower and plans $4M in upgrades.

Major Westshore Business District property sold to major developer

A satellite view of Tampa’s Westshore Business District showing 701 N Westshore Blvd near I 275 and surrounding commercial properties.

Eisenhower Property Group has added another key property to its Westshore portfolio in an all cash deal.

Luxury meets demand: Tampa’s $675M Hotel ORA surges past $200M in sales

Rendering of Hotel ORA’s rooftop pool deck at sunset, featuring palm trees, lounge chairs, and an illuminated stage.

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