Many Tampa historians have often speculated upon the origin of the name "Palma Ceia." Perhaps it was originally said to be the "seat" or "base" of the Palm, or "Palma Silla" by early Spanish speaking settlers. Palma Ceia exists today as one of Tampa's most exclusive communities. The antique, red brick roads shaded by enormous oaks and its intimate neighborhood character make Palma Ceia a colonnade of beautiful homes centrally located within Tampa's Interbay peninsula. A wide range of housing designs and price ranges accent one of Tampa's most premier neighborhoods locations. Palma Ceia has maintained consistent appeal to Tampa natives since the early 1920's. Renowned golf course frontage and immediate access to major transportation corridors contribute to this neighborhood's attractiveness.