Water Street Tampa Development & Real Estate News

Water Street Tampa is one of the region’s most significant urban redevelopments, bringing new residences, offices, retail and public space to the downtown waterfront.

Here, you’ll find reporting on the people, projects and investments shaping this billion-dollar district.

Fit2Run opens new store on Water Street ahead of Gasparilla Interior views of the new Fit2Run pop-up at Water Street Tampa showing apparel displays, accessories and a wall of running shoes from brands like HOKA and On.

Interior views of the new Fit2Run pop-up at Water Street Tampa showing apparel displays, accessories and a wall of running shoes from brands like HOKA and On.

Fit2Run opens new store on Water Street ahead of Gasparilla

Chuck Merlis December 8, 2025

Fit2Run has opened a new Water Street Tampa store, creating a dedicated hub for downtown runners ahead...

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.

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

The man behind Water Street breaks down Gasworx

Chuck Merlis December 8, 2025

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

The Tampa EDITION’S Chris Southwick on Tampa’s luxury market Rooftop pool at The Tampa Edition at sunset, overlooking Water Street with floral cabanas and city views

Rooftop pool at The Tampa Edition at sunset, overlooking Water Street with floral cabanas and city views

The Tampa EDITION’S Chris Southwick on Tampa’s luxury market

Chuck Merlis November 10, 2025

The Edition’s Chris Southwick explains how Tampa became a luxury destination built on authenticity, culture and community.

Tampa office market is changing fast: What comes next? People gathering on the lawn at Midtown Commons surrounded by restaurants and shops in Midtown Tampa

People gathering on the lawn at Midtown Commons surrounded by restaurants and shops in Midtown Tampa

Tampa office market is changing fast: What comes next?

Chuck Merlis November 10, 2025

A new JLL report shows Tampa’s mixed-use districts redefining office space through experience, design and demand.

Wagamama moving its U.S. headquarters to Tampa Exterior of a Wagamama restaurant with its name in bold lettering above the entrance, featuring signage for noodles, dumplings, ramen, craft cocktails and fresh juices.

Exterior of a Wagamama restaurant with its name in bold lettering above the entrance, featuring signage for noodles, dumplings, ramen, craft cocktails and fresh juices.

Wagamama moving its U.S. headquarters to Tampa

Chuck Merlis November 5, 2025

Wagamama relocates its U.S. headquarters to Tampa, reinforcing the city’s rise as a national hub for business...

Tampa City Council approves massive observation wheel for Channelside Rendering of Tampa WOW!, a 250-foot observation wheel planned for downtown Tampa’s Channel District, illuminated at sunset with cruise ships docked nearby and The Florida Aquarium in the foreground.

Rendering of Tampa WOW!, a 250-foot observation wheel planned for downtown Tampa’s Channel District, illuminated at sunset with cruise ships docked nearby and The Florida Aquarium in the foreground.

Tampa City Council approves massive observation wheel for Channelside

Chuck Merlis October 23, 2025

A 250-foot observation wheel called Tampa WOW! will open on the Channelside waterfront in 2026, adding a...

Tampa Edition named one of Florida’s top hotels by Condé Nast Traveler Aerial view of The Tampa Edition rooftop pool and terrace in Water Street Tampa, with the Condé Nast Traveler logo highlighting the hotel’s Readers’ Choice Awards recognition.