Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palmetto Beach a good place to live?
Palmetto Beach is a good place to live. Palmetto Beach is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Palmetto Beach is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Palmetto Beach has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $55,156 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 9.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Palmetto Beach are renters, with 56% of residents renting and 44% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Palmetto Beach can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Palmetto Beach neighborhood guide.
Is Palmetto Beach, FL a safe neighborhood?
Palmetto Beach, FL is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Palmetto Beach?
The median home price in Palmetto Beach is $305,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $61,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.67%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,570 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $67K a year to afford the median home price in Palmetto Beach. The average household income in Palmetto Beach is $55K.
What are the best public schools in Palmetto Beach?
The best public schools that serve Palmetto Beach are:
- Blake High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Desoto Elementary School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
- Giunta Middle School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 18:1.
What are the best private schools in Palmetto Beach?
The best private schools that serve Palmetto Beach are:
- Academy Prep Center of Tampa has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Tampa Preparatory School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- St Peter Claver Catholic School has a student teacher ratio of 6:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Palmetto Beach, Tampa, FL are Ybor City, Channel District, Jackson Heights, City Center Tampa and Harbour Island.
Are home prices dropping in Palmetto Beach?
Yes, home prices in Palmetto Beach are down 12% in the last 12 months.
