Why Live in Alcove
Alcove in Clearwater features a mix of mobile homes and single-story houses. Mobile homes, located in Alcove Park, are typically one to two bedrooms on 500 to 600-square-foot lots, while the Clearwater Manor subdivision offers larger three to four-bedroom homes with carports and garages. Residents enjoy proximity to Coachman Ridge Park, The Long Center, and Sunshine Limitless Playground, all accessible via sidewalks on Old Coachman Road. Clearwater Beach, a popular destination, is just an 8-mile drive away. Retail and dining options are concentrated along U.S. Hwy 19 and Gulf Bay Blvd, with major stores like Sprouts, ALDI, and Target, as well as the Countryside Mall 3 miles north. Local businesses, including farmer’s markets and restaurants, are well-supported. Entertainment venues such as BayCare Ballpark and Ruth Eckerd Hall are within 3 miles, and major events like the Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival and St. Pete Pride are easily accessible. Alcove is largely car-dependent but benefits from bus stops along Belcher Road and access to the Jolley Trolley’s beach route. The nearest airport is Clearwater-St. Pete International Airport, and Morton Plant Hospital provides nearby medical care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alcove a good place to live?
Alcove is a good place to live. Alcove is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Alcove has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $100,307 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 5.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Alcove are home owners, with 9.5% of residents renting and 90.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Alcove can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Alcove neighborhood guide.
Is Alcove, FL a safe neighborhood?
Alcove, FL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Alcove?
The median home price in Alcove is $450,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $90,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,290 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $98K a year to afford the median home price in Alcove. The average household income in Alcove is $100K.
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Home Trends in Alcove, FL
On average, homes in Alcove, Clearwater sell after 138 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Alcove, Clearwater over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 49% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$380,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
49%