Alcove provides an escape from Clearwater’s tourism
For many homeowners, Alcove’s central location is its biggest perk. This primarily 55-plus mobile home community sits on busy Old Coachman Road and north of Long Center Park. “You really are close to everything," says Brian Walsh, a Realtor with SkyCoast Realty Group. "You’re smack dab between two sprawling shopping centers, and you’re 15 minutes from one of the country's most popular beaches.” While Alcove is close to some of Tampa's top attractions and Clearwater's sandy waterfront, the community feels tucked away from tourists. “This is one of those rare places where you forget you’re in the middle of one of the most populated areas in the county,” Walsh says. “You’re right by the creek and there are canopied streets around every turn. It has that Old Tampa feeling people love.” Residents enjoy a clubhouse and various interest groups that tie the community together, such as shuffleboard and crafting clubs.
Alcove's Wide streets lead to one and two-bedroom mobile homes planted on 500 to 600-square-foot lots, priced between $70,000 and $100,000.
Volleyball on the beach is a staple at Clearwater Beach near Alcove.
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Mostly home to Alcove Park mobile homes
Wide streets lead to one and two-bedroom mobile homes planted on 500 to 600-square-foot lots, priced between $70,000 and $100,000. Yards rarely showcase palm and oak trees; residents opt for small gardens and lawn ornaments. On the northern half of Alcove is the Clearwater Manor subdivision. One-story homes offer carports, garages and larger lots than those in the Alcove Park mobile home community. Three-to-four-bedroom properties are often priced around between $400,000 and $600,000.
Ranch style homes with garages and driveways are common in Alcove.
Alcove residents love living in the quiet 55+ community, while also having access to the beach nearby.
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Getting in and around Alcove
Alcove is largely car dependent. Downtown Clearwater, which rests along Cleveland leading up to Coachman Park, is the nearest walkable district. Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority operates several bus stops lining Belcher Road. Alcove’s location is a big draw for homebuyers. “That’s probably one of my favorite areas because it’s so central,” Walsh says. “You’re by all the coastal cities, like Tarpon Springs and Dunedin, and two major highways [U.S. Highway 19 and Gulf Bay Boulevard].” Clearwater is also a pit stop along the Jolley Trolley’s beach route, which travels as far as Tarpon Springs, 14 miles north of Alcove. The nearest commercial airport is Clearwater-St. Pete International Airport. For immediate medical care, most go to Morton Plant Hospital on Pinellas Street.
Neighboring Old Coachman Park and Clearwater Beach
Sidewalks on Old Coachman Road link the neighborhood’s trails to a long swath of green space, Coachman Ridge Park; The Long Center, a fitness facility with a gym and a junior Olympic-size pool; and Sunshine Limitless Playground. According to Walsh, Clearwater Beach is continuously voted America’s favorite beach and an 8-mile drive away via State Road 60. Locals and tourists bathe in the sun, walk along the boardwalk and fish on boats.
Coachman Ridge Park has a boardwalk over wetland.
Clearwater Beach, just a stone's throw away from the Alcove separated by sailboats.
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Three miles south of Countryside Mall
Most of the retail and restaurant options line U.S. Hwy 19 and Gulf Bay Blvd, along with grocers like Sprouts, ALDI and Target. Walsh lives closer to St. Pete but prefers to drive north to the shopping centers neighboring Alcove. “I’m over in that Home Depot all the time. You come in on a weekend, and I’m there, too.” On top of big box chains and the expansive Countryside Mall, 3 miles north, Walsh says that small businesses, especially markets and restaurants, are supported by locals and tourism. “I love a farmer’s market, and Sun Valley is right over there,” Walsh adds. “They have a cool little deli in the back. You can get all your produce there locally.” Driving south on U.S. Hwy 19, locals reach Lenny’s Restaurant. This Clearwater institution is famous for its classic retro diner feel.
Aldi is a grocery food store that Alcove residents prefer.
Countryside Mall provides residents and visitors with a variety of retail stores for Alcove neighbors.
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Within 3 miles of Clearwater-St. Pete attractions
Two of Tampa Bay’s biggest hubs for entertainment are Clearwater and St. Pete. The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival is held in April and is considered the No. 1 Sand Sculpting Festival in Florida. St. Pete Pride, the biggest LBTQ+ celebration in the state, and the St. Petersburg Fine Art Festival are two of many popular events in St. Pete. Big attractions, like the minor league baseball field BayCare Ballpark and Ruth Eckerd Hall, a go-to venue for Broadway performances, concerts and comedy shows, are within 3 miles of Alcove.
The St. Petersburg Fine Art Festival has a open booths for you to purchase artwork for your home.
Every day feels like a vacation in stunning Clearwater Beach near Alcove.
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Parks in this Area
Sunshine Limitless Playground
Picnic Area
Playground
Parking Lot
Coachman Ridge Park
Basketball
Camping
Disc Golf
Transit
Airport
St Pete-Clearwater International
24 min drive
Bus
Belcher Rd N & Manor Blvd N
Bus
Belcher Rd N & Lagoon Cir S
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alcove
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Alcove Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alcove, Clearwater sell after 138 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Alcove, Clearwater over the last 12 months is $415,000, up 315% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautifully remodeled mobile home on a spacious corner lot in a 55+ community with low monthly maintenance fee of $190. Alcove Mobile Home Park is centrally located in Clearwater, close to shopping and restaurants. Light and bright inside, ready to move in. New Roof in 2024 with transferable LIFETIME warranty, New Water heater 2024 , New Laminate Floors, New Appliances, New Stainless Kitchen Sink
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
530
Median Age
47
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$88,214
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,307
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
81.3%
College Graduates
5.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
52°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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