Is Tampa Real Estate Still a Good Investment in 2025? Here’s What Emeri & Joe Lewkowicz Say

If you’ve been watching the Tampa housing market over the past few years, you already know one thing: this city continues to grow, evolve, and attract buyers, investors, and businesses from across the country. But with shifting interest rates, rising inventory, and new construction expanding into almost every corner of Tampa Bay, many investors are asking the same question:

“Is Tampa real estate still a good investment in 2025?”

As a father-daughter real estate team with over 40+ years of combined experience helping families, sellers, and investors navigate Tampa’s ever-changing market, we can confidently say:
Yes—Tampa remains one of the strongest long-term investments in Florida.
Here’s why.

1. Tampa’s Population Growth Isn’t Slowing Down

Even with markets normalizing nationwide, Tampa continues to attract new residents at a steady pace. We see it every single week—from out-of-state relocations to young professionals moving for new job opportunities.

Tampa’s population growth has consistently outpaced the national average, and that matters for investors because:

1. More people = higher housing demand

2. Higher housing demand = strong rental and resale potential
   
   

Whether you're buying in South Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Lutz, Riverview, or anywhere in between, the demand for well-located homes remains incredibly strong.

We’ve watched Tampa grow for decades—and demand has never been stronger or more consistent than it is today.

2. Tampa Rents Remain Strong and Competitive

Let’s talk about rentals. As local experts who work closely with investors, we’ve seen that Tampa rental properties in 2025 continue performing exceptionally well.

Here’s why:

1. Tampa’s job market is growing across healthcare, finance, and tech

2. Many new residents choose to rent before deciding where to buy

3. Limited affordable housing keeps rental demand steady

4. Short-term and mid-term rentals perform well in specific zones
   
   

Whether you’re considering a long-term rental in Carrollwood or a mid-term rental near Downtown Tampa or Westshore, the numbers still make sense—especially if you’re focused on long-term equity and appreciation.

3. Tampa Home Values Continue to Appreciate—Just at a Healthier Pace

We always say: “You don’t invest for last year’s return—you invest for the next ten years.”

After the dramatic price increases from 2020–2022, Tampa is now in a more balanced and sustainable appreciation phase. And that’s a good thing. Healthy appreciation leads to:

1. More stable home values

2. Less volatility

3. Stronger long-term equity for investors
   
   

In 2025, we’re seeing homes appreciate steadily across many neighborhoods—especially in areas with strong schools, convenient commutes, and lifestyle-driven amenities.

4. New Construction Is Expanding—but Not Outpacing Demand

As Realtors who have worked through several real estate cycles, Joe and I have seen what oversupply can do to a market. Tampa is not in that situation.

While new construction continues booming in places like:

1. Wesley Chapel

2. Wimauma

3. Lutz

4. Odessa

5. Riverview
   
   

—inventory still isn’t outpacing the number of buyers moving into the region. In fact, many new construction communities are already selling out phases before completion.

This balance between new supply and ongoing demand keeps Tampa’s market healthy and investor-friendly.

5. Tampa’s Lifestyle and Business Growth Keep the Market Resilient

Real estate value is ultimately driven by desirability—and Tampa continues to shine in that area.
From world-class beaches to thriving sports teams, booming restaurants, top-rated schools, and a strong business climate, Tampa offers the lifestyle today’s buyers want.

As we often tell our investor clients:
“People don’t just move to Tampa—they stay here.”

And that long-term stability plays a major role in future home value.

Our Expert Take: Tampa Is Still a Smart, Long-Term Investment

After helping thousands of families and investors over the past four decades, we’ve learned that the best investments are made with:

1. Market knowledge

2. Long-term strategy

3. Local insight

4. Careful neighborhood selection
   
   

And Tampa, in 2025, still checks every box for smart real estate investing.

If you’re considering buying an investment property—or want to understand which Tampa neighborhoods are performing best—we’d love to guide you.

With 40+ years of combined experience, deep local knowledge, and a proven track record, we’re here to help you invest with confidence.

— Emeri & Joe Lewkowicz
Your Tampa Real Estate Experts