Tampa area - YBOR heights neighborhood

[Prashant Sharma]

Hey BP members,

I'm looking at a potential duplex property in the Tampa area to purchase as an out of state investor. I have read about YBOR area in general as being the cool, hip area filled with young professionals with plenty of nightlife and bar scene. However, most of the deals that make any sense at all in Tampa seem to be in YBOR heights, or further up in Seminole heights. Is YBOR heights (and surrounding areas) considered "up and coming" or more like war zones? Is it more like B, C (or D?)?

Thank you!