Crescent Communities Opens Westshore Multifamily Community NOVEL Independence Park, Inviting Residents to Escape the Everyday
TAMPA, Florida (Feb. 19, 2025): Crescent Communities, a nationally recognized, market-leading real estate investor, developer, and operator of mixed-use communities, today announced the grand opening of NOVEL Independence Park, an elevated multifamily community now leasing in Tampa’s Westshore District. The community, located just minutes from some of Tampa’s premier shopping and entertainment destinations, has been dubbed a getaway from the everyday, combining mindful amenities and modern design with NOVEL’s signature sophistication to create a true staycation experience.
NOVEL Independence Park offers a vibrant mix of relaxation and recreation, where residents can swing into action at Rocky Point Golf Course, shop ‘til they drop at International Plaza, or bask in the golden hour glow at Davis Beach – all just minutes from home. The 277-unit upscale community offers studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom residences spread across three five-story buildings. Inside, residents will find spacious layouts, sleek stainless-steel appliances, full-size washers and dryers, and chic, modern finishes.
“NOVEL Independence Park is a community that truly exemplifies our dedication to connectivity, blending thoughtful design with an unbeatable location in the Westshore District, and encourages residents to take full advantage of all the community and neighborhood has to offer, all while maintaining a serene, staycation-like atmosphere,” said Ricky DeCamps, Florida Director of Development at Crescent Communities. “Every detail of this space was crafted to enhance the resident experience, and we can’t wait to welcome future residents to a community that offers both a vibrant energy and comforting escape in equal measure.”
NOVEL Independence Park also boasts an array of community amenities designed to foster a space to unwind and connect, including a resort-style saltwater swimming pool and cabanas, an outdoor grilling area and firepit, a state-of-the-art fitness center complete with a corresponding flex studio for yoga and spin classes, an elevated sky deck and resident clubroom, indoor and outdoor coworking spaces, a shaded dog park, and a pedestrian nature trail. For those with a competitive spirit, the community also has a pickleball court, perfect for a friendly match or sharpening skills on the court.
Beyond the top-tier community amenities, residents can also enjoy unbeatable access to the best of Tampa. Nestled in Westshore’s bustling business district – one of Florida’s largest hubs for Class A office space – NOVEL Independence Park residents are just minutes from major employers like JP Morgan Chase, Bristol Myers Squibb, AIG, and the U.S. Social Security Administration. The community’s prime location is also just a quick drive to International Plaza & Bay Street, a premier shopping destination featuring more than 200 specialty stores, restaurants and luxury retailers, along with key transportation hubs, including Tampa International Airport, I-275, Memorial Highway and Dale Mabry Highway.
Financial partners include U.S. real estate investment manager CP Captial US and Truist as the lender for the project. Other partners include architecture firm Dwell Design Studio, civil engineer Haiff Associates, landscape architect LandDesign, interior designer Vignette Interior Design, and general contractor CBG Construction.
Crescent Communities is actively expanding its multifamily footprint across Florida, continuing its proven history of establishing award-winning communities with NOVEL Nona in Orlando, NOVEL Beach Park in Old Tampa Bay, and RENDER Legacy Trail near Sarasota, all currently leasing. While Crescent’s Class A NOVEL brand delivers luxury residences in urban environments, RENDER focuses on developing best-in-class suburban multifamily communities with local character at a more approachable cost.
Nationwide, Crescent Communities continues to experience significant growth with $7.2 billion of residential and commercial investments and developments in various stages of construction, operations, and planning. That pipeline includes 15,300 multi- and single-family build-to-rent units; 58,000 square feet of complementary retail space; and 7.5 million square feet of office, industrial, and life-sciences facilities. With a focus on environmental sustainability and wellness, Crescent Communities is a leading recipient of LEED, NGBS (National Green Building Standard), Fitwel, and WELL certifications.
Photos of the grand opening at NOVEL Independence Park are linked here.
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About Crescent Communities:
Crescent Communities is a nationally recognized, market-leading real estate investor, developer, and operator of mixed-use "communities." We create high-quality, differentiated multifamily and commercial communities in many of the fastest growing markets in the United States. Since 1963, our development portfolio has included more than 86 multifamily communities and 25 million square feet of commercial space. Crescent Communities has offices in Charlotte, DC, Atlanta, Orlando, Nashville, Dallas, Denver, and Phoenix. Our multifamily communities are branded NOVEL, RENDER, and HARMON by Crescent Communities, our industrial developments are branded AXIAL by Crescent Communities, and our life science developments are branded THE YIELD by Crescent Communities.
