Forest Hills (Tampa) facts for kids
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Forest Hills
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 Forest Hills
Location in Florida
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Hillsborough |
| City | Tampa |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
33612
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Forest Hills is a neighborhood located in Tampa, Florida, United States. Part of it is inside the city, and the northern part is in Hillsborough County, close to Lake Magdalene. It's known for its history, especially its famous golf course.
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Forest Hills Neighborhood
Forest Hills was first designed in 1926. It was planned around a golf course, which was originally called "Golfland Country Club." Much of the neighborhood still looks like it did when it was first created.
History of Forest Hills
Before homes were built, the area was mostly a large citrus grove. In 1926, the golf course and a clubhouse were constructed. This marked the beginning of Forest Hills.
A famous athlete named "Babe" Zaharias bought the golf course and clubhouse in 1949. She was a very talented golfer and may have lived in the clubhouse for a short time. Later, in 1954, she moved to a house nearby. Sadly, she passed away in 1956, and the golf course closed.
Residential development started in the 1950s and 1960s. The City of Tampa decided to buy the golf course land to save it. They wanted to restore it for public use. The course reopened in 1974. Since then, it has been updated with new courses and a better watering system.
Life in Forest Hills Today
Forest Hills is still a popular place to live. It's close to the main part of Tampa. Many people moving to the Tampa area choose Forest Hills. Long-time residents also enjoy living here.
Some of the older, smaller houses in Forest Hills have been replaced. Newer, larger homes are now being built. This is especially true for properties near the lakes and ponds in the neighborhood.
The neighborhood still has the golf course named after Babe Zaharias. It is a public golf course owned by the City of Tampa. Forest Hills also has its own post office with the ZIP code 33612. In the year 2000, about 4,734 people lived in Forest Hills.
Schools in the Area
Students living in Forest Hills attend several local schools. These schools help young people learn and grow.
- Forest Hills Elementary
- Lake Magdalene Elementary
- Adams Middle School
- Chamberlain High School
