Tampa Bay coastal community in West Central Florida
Sandwiched between rows of marinas lining Old Tampa Bay and the Gulf Coast’s scenic beaches, Largo has become a popular landing spot for retirees and snowbirds in West Central Florida. In 1886, the city was named after the town's largest lake. Largo is also known as “Citrus City”, as warm gusts from the Gulf and the area’s rich soil made it an ideal hub for Tampa Bay’s citrus industry in the early 1900s. The city was mainly home to local farmers and wealthy part-time residents before World War II. From 1950 to 1970, the town grew from 1,500 to more than 22,000 as veterans returned from war, looking to call Florida’s “Suncoast” home. As of 2024, roughly 84,000 people reside in Largo, now considered the fourth-largest city in Tampa Bay. Largo is part of Pinellas County and is split into several districts, including the Largo Cultural Center, Largo Public Library and Largo Medical Center. The city is in proximity to Clearwater, St. Petersburg and Downtown Tampa.
George C. McGough Nature Park in Harbor Bluffs features a boardwalk with water views.
The Belleair Beach neighborhood has miles of beautiful white beaches for you to enjoy.
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Homes in Largo sell within two months
The median home price in Largo is $350,000, roughly 17% lower than the state median. Each neighborhood offers something different, from private golf course communities to waterfront living. Several neighborhoods are located on the Intercoastal Waterway, such as Anona . Here, residents live in condos in gated communities or six-bedroom estates, ranging from $1 million to $2 million. In Harbor Bluffs , many homes come with private docks. Palm Hill is a 55-plus mobile home community offering a country club, a golf course and tennis courts. The community is home to homeowners, part-time snowbirds and full-time owners and renters. Most rents fall between $2,000 and $3,000 for two bedrooms with 1,000 square feet of living space.
The Harbor Bluffs neighborhood offers a private dock and waterfront pool for each coastal residence.
The Belleair neighborhood has a golf course, tennis courts, and is surrounded by waterfront condos in gated communities.
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Pinellas County Schools offer college credits through St. Petersburg College
The Pinellas County School system was formed in 1912 and earns an A-minus rating from Niche. Through a partnership with St. Petersburg College, students can earn college credits for high school and technical programs free of charge. Students can choose from a variety of SPC programs, such as Digital Arts and Web Design, Veterinary Technology, Healthcare and Criminal Justice Technology. Pinellas County Schools and the Pinellas Education Foundation incorporate the TB12 Method founded by Tom Brady’s TB12 Foundation, a program designed to help students form healthy habits. The school system also plans to build a community center and a new middle school.
Get your college degree at the St. Petersburg College which is two minutes away from Da Vista.
Largo High School is a public school welcoming all Harbor Bluffs students and beyond.
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Long stretches of green space in Central Largo
Situated near Florida’s coastline in Tampa Bay, Largo provides access to several beaches, including Belleair Beach and Indian Rocks Beach. Nearby boardwalks include John’s Pass Village in Madeira Beach and Pier 60 in Clearwater Beach. The city has nearly 500 acres of green space, spanning 20 parks and 11 miles of walking and biking trails. There are lakes close by for canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding.
The two most popular city parks are Largo Central Park and George C. McGough Nature Park. The latter is in Largo Meadows Park beside Splash Harbour Water Park, and it has an environmental education center. Other notable parks include John S. Taylor Park, which offers a disc golf course and an expansive lake, and the Eagle Lake Dog Park. The city also has an 18-hole executive golf course, accompanied by a clubhouse. Largo offers water sports at the Highland Recreation Complex and Family Aquatic Center, as well as the Southwest Pool. West Bay Drive Trail connects downtown Largo to the Pinellas Trail.
Beachlife finds its' way into the daily routine in Belleair Beach.
Largo Central Park is filled with so many activities for your family to enjoy.
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Small shopping hubs near Downtown Largo
Largo offers nearly 250 chain and local restaurants. Due to its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, seafood is popular across the city. Residents also enjoy local Italian cuisine. The two most prominent retail hubs are Pinellas Shopping Center, offering chain grocers and fast-food restaurants, and Largo Plaza in the Town and Country neighborhood. Residents head to St. Petersburg's Tyrone Square Mall for department stores and designer brands. An entertainment district is planned for downtown Largo, along West Bay Drive. The district will offer a mix of dining, shopping, new office spaces, rental options and entertainment, including live music and green spaces. A completion date has not yet been announced.
West Bay Drive offers a mix of dining, shopping, new office spaces, rental options and entertainment, like live music venues, outdoor shopping and green spaces.
Do some shopping at the Tyrone Square mall in Jungle Terrace.
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Annual events held at Largo Central Park
The Central Park Performing Arts Center (CPPAC) in Largo Central Park is home to the Tonne Playhouse, the city’s go-to venue for concerts and dinner theater productions. CPPAC also hosts the annual Largo Music Fest and offers a summer youth drama program for students through a partnership with Pinellas County Schools. Next to the CPPAC is the Historic Largo Feed Store, a rentable venue and a staple in the community. The Largo Public Library is another important institution, having opened in 1916 in the Largo Town Hall building. The library hosts reading challenges for students and adults, writing competitions, meetings and English-as-a-second-language classes.
The Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo Central Park hosts a variety of events.
The Historic Largo Feed Store and Museum, a rentable venue and staple in the community, is located in Largo Central Park.
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Getting in and around Largo
Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority offers a bus known locally as SunRunners, which operates every 15 to 30 minutes. Stops include the Largo Transit Center and Indian Rocks Shopping Center. For commuting by car, Seminole Boulevard, West Bay Drive and Clearwater Largo Road are the most trafficked throughways in the city. Healthcare is available through HCA Florida Largo and HCA Florida Largo West hospitals. The nearest airport is St. Petersburg/Clearwater International Airport. Largo also has trolley services, offering five trolleys that take residents to Downtown Largo and west to beaches off the coast.
Weather and public safety in Largo
The weather in Largo consists of sweltering summers and mild winters. From May to September, the area’s hottest months, temperatures can reach up to 93 degrees Fahrenheit on average. The city is susceptible to frequent hurricanes and subsequent flooding. In October 2024, the city was impacted by back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, resulting in felled power lines and trees, as well as severe damage to the Tropicana Field stadium.
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On average, homes in Largo, FL sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Largo, FL over the last 12 months is $369,950, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Harbor Bluffs offers a classic waterfront experience where residents have sunbathing opportunities and surf and turf dining at their fingertips. “I have lived in Harbor Bluffs for 30 years and we raised our son there, it couldn’t be a better neighborhood!” says Julie Folden, a local Realtor with Coastal Properties, CHRISTIES International and 16 years of experience. “It has not only the proximity to the beaches and intercoastal for boating and sunning, but it has a small, friendly neighborhood feeling and that to me is imperative when you’re looking for a neighborhood to live in.”<br><br>On sunny days, locals love the walk over the Belleair Causeway Bridge to the beaches. “It’s a fabulous, really popular walk with amazing views,” Folden says. For those who prefer a lakeside picnic instead of sandy beaches, John S. Taylor Park is another popular destination where visitors can explore the playground, disc golf course, walking trail and endless boating opportunities. “Our weather is so nice, people are always out walking their dogs. You can let your dog run in the park. It’s a great neighborhood feel,” Folden says. “The park is also a community gathering place where people bring blankets and sit in the shade of the oak trees to listen to musical performances together.” <br><br>This small neighborhood atmosphere has persisted despite development along the coast, with more rentals and Airbnb-type options popping up every day. “You’ve lost a little of that small-town feeling near the beaches,” Folden says. “But that hasn’t touched us. It’s nice that we’re not experiencing that where we are. We maintain that small community feeling.” Homes in Harbor Bluffs range from about $400,000 for a simple two-bedroom home, to multimillion-dollar waterfront properties with large lots that can be up to an acre in size. Homes are typically one-story ranch style, especially those from the 1950s and 1960s. Some newer construction homes have a more coastal influence and contemporary feel. There are also a few townhouse and condo options for between $100,000 and $350,000. “The market is stable. Inventory remains low and the average days on the market have increased. We aren’t having multiple offer situations like we did in the last year or two,” Folden says. “Over the last 30 years, through all our different markets and ups and downs, Harbor Bluffs has always maintained its value.”<br><br>Locals with an appetite can stop by Seaweed Steaks, Seafood & Sushi restaurant. They have an all-day happy hour and offer signature handcrafted cocktails like their Elderflower White Cosmo & Blueberry Lemon Drop. Try the grilled octopus with lemon or their famous black pearl chicken. Or give E&E Steakout Grill a go, where visitors can sample pan-seared deep sea scallops or shrimp and lobster bisque paired with one of their carefully handpicked fine wines. Along with its collection of restaurants, the primarily residential area of Harbor Bluffs also boasts a few boutique shops and great walkability to explore them all. <br><br>Harbor Bluffs has multiple public and private school options. The local elementary school is Mildred Helms Elementary, an IB school in the Pinellas County Public School System that received a B rating from Niche. Mildred was a teacher at the school in 1952 when it first opened and later became its principal. Largo Middle School received a B-minus rating from Niche and Largo High School received an A-minus rating from Niche. <br><br>Harbor Bluffs residents have easy access to Highway 19 and Highway 688, which can take them north to Clearwater, about 5 miles away, southeast to St. Petersburg, about 20 miles away, and east to Tampa, about 25 miles away.
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