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Storage Rentals of America's Tampa facility at 5024 S Manhattan Ave is strategically positioned in the heart of South Tampa, offering easy access near major roadways. Located just south of Gandy Boulevard, this storage facility provides convenient proximity to key Tampa landmarks, including MacDill Air Force Base and the vibrant neighborhoods of Ballast Point and Interbay. The facility's location near major transportation routes like Gandy Boulevard and Manhattan Avenue makes it an ideal storage solution for residents and businesses in the Tampa area.
Our Tampa storage facility offers various unit sizes to accommodate different storage needs. From compact units perfect for personal items to larger spaces ideal for business inventory, we provide flexible storage options. The facility features all first-floor units, making loading and unloading convenient for customers. Enhanced security measures include fenced and well-lit premises, electronic gate access, and on-site video surveillance, ensuring the safety of your belongings.
At Storage Rentals of America, we prioritize customer convenience and satisfaction. Our family-owned and operated facility offers seven-day-a-week access, flexible month-to-month leasing, and a friendly, knowledgeable staff ready to assist you. We understand that storage needs vary, so we provide various services, including vehicle storage options, competitive pricing, and a commitment to making your storage experience smooth and stress-free.
Spanish conquistador Ponce de Leon came to Tampa Bay in 1513 and met the native people while trying to discover the legendary “fountain of youth.” Not finding much interest in Tampa then, the Spanish focused on settling along the eastern coast of Florida and ignored the western areas of Florida.
The first American settlers did not arrive until 1824 when the U.S. Army built Fort Brooke to guard Tampa Bay, which was strategically important. Florida became part of the United States in 1845.
The area grew despite a blockade and Federal occupation during the Civil War. In 1884, Henry B. Plant built a railroad extension to reach the Hillsborough River. He also built lavish hotels along his rail line to attract tourists.
The distinctive neighborhood of Sun Bay South in Tampa, Florida, emerged as a lovely area in a prosperous city. The location is also known for being home to the MacDill Air Force Base, built during WWII starting in 1939.
Tampa is family-friendly, with lots of fun things to do.
Here are a few suggestions for things to do in the Sun Bay South area that locals appreciate:
The local economy benefits from healthcare, hospitality, professional/scientific/technical services, education, and finance/insurance. The unemployment rate is 5%, more than the national average of 4.1%. The median household annual income in Tampa is $71,089 annually, near the American average of $69,021.
The economy is growing much faster than the national average. The predicted job growth rate for the next decade is 42.7%, compared to the national rate expected to be 33.5%.
The industries offering the most jobs are:
Tampa has many nice neighborhoods, and Sun Bay South is one of them, just north of MacDill Air Force Base. Here are a few neighborhoods in that area with homes to consider:
Hillsborough County Public Schools is the administrator of all public schools in Tampa. The school district spends $11,744 per year per student, and the student-to-teacher ratio is high at 18 to one.
There are 116 private schools in Tampa. The private schools in this area are:
There are five colleges and universities in Tampa and 24 others within 50 miles. The top-ranking local colleges are:
Tampa has an elected mayor and six City Commissioners who serve on the City Council. The city’s official website has more information.
The Parks and Recreation Department maintains the parks and public areas. There are well-kept playgrounds, basketball courts, beaches, marinas with docks and boat ramps, dog parks, greenways, trails, skate parks, and recreation centers.
Residents enjoy many programs for youth, adults, and seniors, including aquatics, arts and theater, athletics, fitness, gymnastics and dance, and therapeutic recreation.
The median price for a home is $450,000. However, expect to pay over a million dollars if you want something on the water. The price trend is down -1.1% year-over-year. The housing market is balanced, with enough homes listed for sale to match the number of interested buyers. Housing costs are 38% higher than the rest of Florida and 68% higher than the American average. The cost of living here is 39% higher than other cities in Florida and 46% higher than the national average.