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Downtown Clearwater

Downtown Clearwater

Suburban Neighborhood in Clearwater, Florida

Pinellas County 33755, 33756

$488,752 Average Value
$292 Average Price per Sq Ft
30 Homes For Sale

Marina views in Downtown

Downtown Clearwater is a coastal neighborhood that serves as a gateway to Clearwater Beach Island. Clearwater Memorial Causeway branches out from west Downtown Clearwater, delivering vacationers to their getaways. As locals watch tourists come and go, Downtown Clearwater remains a lasting home with its homey restaurants and walkable residential streets. The neighborhood boasts scenic views of the marina and plenty of amenities for locals.

A boater is looking to dock at Coachman park in Downtown Clearwater.
A boater is looking to dock at Coachman park in Downtown Clearwater.
A man walk to his sailboat on the pier in Downtown Clearwater.
A man walk to his sailboat on the pier in Downtown Clearwater.
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Bike to the beach

Court Street runs through the area and turns into the Memorial Causeway Byway that will take residents to Clearwater Beach Island. A bike trail along the Causeway makes it easy to visit the beach without a car. Several PSTA Bus stops within Downtown provide public transportation for those who wish to reduce their carbon footprint.

People love having access to scooters in Downtown Clearwater to get around town.
People love having access to scooters in Downtown Clearwater to get around town.
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Condos and Mediterranean houses

Most houses sit on the eastern side of Downtown Clearwater, while the western side is filled with businesses and community buildings. Residents will pass a variety of colorful cottages along the eastern streets. Doors, shutters and front steps serve as pops of color contrasting the stucco or vinyl exteriors. Midcentury ranch-style homes typically feature large, open windows and low-sloping or flat roofs. A small selection of larger houses is available in various architectural styles. Stucco exteriors nod to traditional Mediterranean-inspired designs, common among coastal neighborhoods. Plenty of townhouses and high-to-mid-rise condominiums cater to multi-family living. Home prices range from $75,000 to $3.2 million.

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Downtown Clearwater
Downtown Clearwater
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Pinellas County Schools

Pinellas County School District serves the area. Belleair Elementary School is the closest, just one mile south of Downtown. The school has an overall Niche grade of B. Next, kids attend Clearwater Intermediate School, which has an overall Niche grade of C. Teenagers attend Clearwater High School, which has an overall Niche grade of B and was rated the eighteenth-best public high school in Pinellas County. After school, local youth can journey to Clearwater Main Library along the western edge. This expansive library overlooks the coast and Clearwater Beach Island.

Clearwater High School was originally built in 1924, the current location near Country Club Estates was built in 1954.
Clearwater High School was originally built in 1924, the current location near Country Club Estates was built in 1954.
Clearwater Intermediate School welcomes visitors.
Clearwater Intermediate School welcomes visitors.
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Herons and harbor views

Prospect Lake Park, located in the center of Downtown, is one of the best local spots to enjoy the warm Floridian weather. Visitors can record the passing herons and swimming turtles with a sketchpad and a pair of binoculars. Less than a mile west, the community gardens offer residents space to cultivate their produce. Coachman Park is another popular space for outdoor recreation. The park connects Downtown to Clearwater Harbor and spans 19 acres. "They've recently redesigned Coachman Park," says Jonathan Ruiz, a Realtor with La Rosa Realty and content creator for the LIVING IN TAMPA BAY FLORIDA YouTube channel. Visitors can explore trails and check out the Clearwater Harbor Marina and the Causeway Bridge. Children can let their imaginations run wild at the pirate-themed playground area and cool off at the splash pad. "Now there's a huge amphitheater with plenty of seating," says Ruiz. "It's outdoor entertainment at its finest, right on the water."

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Downtown Clearwater
Downtown Clearwater
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Vintage mugs and fresh fajitas

Locals start their days at Tin Can Cafe, a sleepy breakfast diner often overlooked by tourists. This family-owned restaurant serves all the early-morning classics. Hot cups of coffee are served in unique vintage mugs, with an unexpected teddy bear design or “World’s Best Grandpa” mug brightening the day. For lunch or dinner, several Mexican restaurants sit amongst the eastern edge of the neighborhood. Hacienda Corralejo Mexican Kitchen offers all the staples, like fajitas, tacos, street corn and craft cocktails. A few small convenience stores and Nature’s Food Patch Market and Cafe supply groceries to the community. CVS caters to prescription needs in central Downtown. Entrepreneurial storefronts and community operations, like the Clearwater Health Department, provide employment opportunities in east Downtown Clearwater.

Tin Can Café is a popular local spot for a home cooked breakfast Downtown Clearwater, FL.
Tin Can Café is a popular local spot for a home cooked breakfast Downtown Clearwater, FL.
Hacienda Corralejo Mexican Kitchen serves up great tacos in the Downtown Clearwater region.
Hacienda Corralejo Mexican Kitchen serves up great tacos in the Downtown Clearwater region.
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A historic theater

Established in 1921, the Bilheimer Capitol Theatre calls Downtown home. The historic theater is one of the oldest operating theaters in Florida and started as a vaudeville theater and movie house. Today, locals can see some of the best performing and musical arts acts at the venue.

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Downtown Clearwater
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Scientology City

There’s a reason some refer to Clearwater as “Scientology City.” The Church of Scientology has a very strong presence in the city, particularly in Downtown Clearwater. It started in 1975 when the church bought a hotel in the city. In the following decades, they slowly grew their presence, with members buying properties on the surrounding streets. In 2017, companies controlled by parishioners began buying commercial properties at a higher rate, doubling the church’s footprint in less than three years. In fact, 22 of the first 33 buildings down Cleveland Street are tied to Scientology. There are vacant lots and storefronts that have been bought by Scientologists and sit untouched, the purposes of said purchases not yet known. Clearwater is home to the Scientology headquarters of Florida, Flag, drawing several visitors who are making pilgrimages for their religion. There are hotels and private restaurants that host said visitors. Scientology defectors have reported that there are plans to make Clearwater the first Scientology city in the world. The church’s presence in Downtown is something to keep in mind when considering a move to the community.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

St Pete-Clearwater International

28 min drive

Bus

Cleveland St & Mlk Ave S

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Fort Harrison Ave S & Court St

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Cleveland St & Booth Ave

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Garden Ave N & Hendricks St

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Park St & East Ave S

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1250 Court St And Lincoln Ave

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Osceola & County Garage

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Clearwater US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 8 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$324,000
Median Single Family Price
$275,000
Median Townhouse Price
$340,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$542,500
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$89,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$292
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Months of Supply
8.20
Median List Price
$370,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
592
Median Year Built
1974
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,406
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,408
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,252
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,005
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,060
Median Age
43
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$31,608
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,620

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
76.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
23%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
% Population in Labor Force
59.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

49 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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