Brandon is a growing city in Hillsborough County, Florida, offering a homey feel and a number of distinct activities and entertainment options.

The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce publishes the annual Brandon Living Guide that keeps residents up-to-date on amenities, events and resources in and around the area. Locals and tourists take in shows at the Center Place Fine Arts Civic Center, enjoy the annual Florida State Fair and Strawberry Festival, and visit the attractions in nearby Tampa, such as the Gasparilla Pirate Fest. Outdoor activities in Brandon include nature walks, deep sea fishing and bird watching.

Brandon is best known for being a commuter city, due to it's easy access to Tampa, so rush-hour traffic can get pretty bad. Brandon's commuters use I-275, I-4, the Veterans Expressway and the Leroy Selmon Crosstown Expressway. They also take advantage of Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) services and Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) services. Once in Tampa, they utilize the TECO Line Streetcar System. Tampa International Airport, located off I-275, is less than a 30-minute drive from Brandon.

Renting in Brandon, FL

Apartments for rent in Brandon hover right around the national average. In addition to being close to Tampa, Brandon is also a short distance from Orlando, St. Petersburg and Kissimmee. Renters wanting easy access to the great amenities of larger cities, without paying sky-high prices, should put Brandon on their lists.

Brandon Attractions

Westfield Brandon Shopping Mall: Shop your heart out in popular chain stores, grab a bit to eat, and entertain the kids at the arcade, playground and merry-go-round.

Channelside Bay Plaza: This entertainment complex features mid-range and upscale restaurants, an IMAX movie theater and a popular bowling alley.

Florida Aquarium: Explore marine life through fun exhibits, interactive activities and special events, such as swimming with sharks.

Tampa Museum of Art: This museum displays modern and contemporary art, as well as Greek and Roman antiquities.

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5409 Camberwell Ln

1507 W Windhorst Rd

1313 Brooker Rd

109 Bessemer Cir

1326 Corner Oaks Dr

918 Academy Dr

811 Granite Rd

1012 Oliveto Verdi Ct

701 Westwood Ln

421 Titian Rd

1324 Franford Dr

855 E Brandon Blvd

730 Straw Lake Dr

1422 Mistyglen Ln

612 Angelica Pl

1716 Acadia Harbor Pl

512 Oakhurst St

924 Ridge Haven Dr

1103 Southside Dr

601 Straw Lake Dr

802 Lesa Glen Pl

1431 Shell Flower Dr

812 Lesa Glen Pl

718 Kingswood Loop

633 Straw Lake Dr

1072 Bridlewood Way

1911 May St

602 Pine Forest Dr

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