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Baskin

Baskin

Neighborhood in Largo, Florida

Pinellas County 33770, 33778

$397,380 Average Value
$188 Average Price per Sq Ft
17 Homes For Sale

Sunshine State suburbia near Clearwater and St. Pete

Retirees and young families make up the community of Baskin, a suburban neighborhood split in two by Ulmerton Road. Apart from sought-after schools, residents of all ages enjoy proximity to two of Tampa’s premier malls and the beaches, boardwalks and attractions like the Florida Botanical Gardens and Largo Central Park. “It’s a really cute, unique spot,” says Matt Mennenga, president of the Palm Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Although he lives 13 miles north, Mennenga, who has connections to small businesses all over Pinellas County, is well-acquainted with Largo. “It’s super family-oriented, but close to the tourism in Clearwater.”

Baskin is home to the Palm Hill Country Club which is a 55-plus community.
Baskin is home to the Palm Hill Country Club which is a 55-plus community.
The Belleair Beach neighborhood has miles of beautiful white beaches for you to enjoy.
The Belleair Beach neighborhood has miles of beautiful white beaches for you to enjoy.
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Indian Rocks Beach and Ridgecrest Park

The 23-acre Ridgecrest Park features a freshwater pond, playground and baseball field. Other notable parks include John S. Taylor Park, which offers a disc golf course surrounding Taylor Lake, and Largo Central Park. Locals can head to the public pool at the Greater Ridgecrest Branch YMCA or spend a day on the fairways at Palm Hill Country Club or Largo Golf Course.West Bay Drive Trail connects Downtown Largo, Pinellas Trail and several beaches, including Belleair Beach and Indian Rocks Beach.

People love to explore the nature in John S. Taylor Park just minutes from Baskin.
People love to explore the nature in John S. Taylor Park just minutes from Baskin.
Pinellas bike trail runs through Baskin and goes on for miles.
Pinellas bike trail runs through Baskin and goes on for miles.
Enjoy a BBQ with friends under the picnic pavilion.
Enjoy a BBQ with friends under the picnic pavilion.
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Largo Plaza offers sushi, brunch and donuts

FL-688 gives way to several shopping outlets. Locals can head to Largo Plaza and Paradise Shops of Largo for Publix Super Market, Target and a smattering of chain and local restaurants, such as Keke's Breakfast Café, a casual diner serving classic brunch staples. Other notable eats are The Spot Sushi Burritos Ha Long Bay and sweet treats at Rockstar Donuts. Two of Tampa Bay's most popular shopping malls are within a 20-mile drive of Baskin. Department stores, specialty shops, and upscale dining await at Countryside Mall, 9 miles northwest. In the middle of the shopping complex is an indoor ice-skating rink, overlooked by hanging dolphins and multiple floors of retailers. Driving over Old Tampa Bay on I-275, locals can hit International Plaza.

Keke's Breakfast Café is a casual diner serving classic brunch and just minutes from Baskin.
Keke's Breakfast Café is a casual diner serving classic brunch and just minutes from Baskin.
There are many shopping strips surrounding Baskin.
There are many shopping strips surrounding Baskin.
Publix is the closest grocery store to Baskin neighborhood.
Publix is the closest grocery store to Baskin neighborhood.
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Theater productions in Largo Central Park

The Largo Public Library, which opened in 1916 in the Largo Town Hall building, hosts reading challenges, writing competitions and language learning classes for all ages. The Central Park Performing Arts Center is a 24,000-square-foot cultural center in Largo Central Park. The center houses the Tonne Playhouse and its rotation of concerts, dinner theater productions and events like the annual Largo Music Fest. Baskin is within 2 miles of tourist attractions, like the Florida Botanical Gardens and Heritage Village, where visitors can take in historical architecture and shop at an authentic general store. Dunedin, a city almost 11 miles north, hosts a seafood and music festival. “People in Largo, Palm Harbor and Clearwater all go to Dunedin for the festival,” Mennenga says. “It’s all about the Stone Crab and live music.”

The Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo Central Park hosts a variety of events.
The Central Park Performing Arts Center in Largo Central Park hosts a variety of events.
Florida Botanical Gardens has so many colorful flowers and plants that bring vibrance to the park.
Florida Botanical Gardens has so many colorful flowers and plants that bring vibrance to the park.
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Palm Hill retirees and families in Orangewood Estates

On its northern side is Palm Hill Country Club, a 55-plus mobile home community. 600-square-foot, one-bedroom properties are priced between $35,000 and $45,000, while those with two bedrooms start at $120,000 and top at $220,000. Orangewood Estates sits south, featuring one-story homes built in the 1960s and 70s. Properties offer three-to-four bedrooms and 1,500 to 2,500 square feet of living space. Here, prices range from $400,000 for a three-bedroom property to $600,000 for a 2,000-square-foot four-bedroom ranch-style home.

Palm Hill Country Club, a 55-plus mobile home community is a great place to live in Baskin.
Palm Hill Country Club, a 55-plus mobile home community is a great place to live in Baskin.
Baskin has many ranch style homes in the community.
Baskin has many ranch style homes in the community.
Bungalow homes are common to see around Baskin neighborhood.
Bungalow homes are common to see around Baskin neighborhood.
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Within the A-minus Pinellas County Schools System

Baskin students are enrolled in Pinellas County Schools, which garner an A-minus from Niche. The neighborhood’s youngest can attend Fuguitt Elementary and Largo Middle schools, which have B-plus and B-minus scores, respectively. The A-minus-rated Largo High School offers many extracurricular clubs, such as Creative Writing, Dungeons and Dragons and a Fabulous Fashion Club.

Fuguitt Elementary School is rated a B+ school on niche.
Fuguitt Elementary School is rated a B+ school on niche.
Largo middle school is rated a B- school in Niche.
Largo middle school is rated a B- school in Niche.
Largo High School serves students in the Largo community.
Largo High School serves students in the Largo community.
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Getting in and around Baskin

Locals can take the SunRunner bus, operated by Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, to Downtown Largo and HCA Florida Largo Hospital, about 3 miles away. Nearby major roadways include Florida State Road 688, 119th Street and U.S. Highway 19 Alternate. Clearwater and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport are 5 miles south. Interstate 275 takes locals to Downtown Tampa within 25 miles.

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Transit

Airport

St Pete-Clearwater International

21 min drive

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Ulmerton Rd & Ridge Rd S

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Ulmerton Rd & S Ridge Rd

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Ulmerton Rd & Seminole Blvd

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Ridge Rd S & Valencia Dr

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Ridge Rd S & Gooden Xing

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Ridge Rd S & Lakeside Dr

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Ridge Rd S & Orangeview Dr

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Baskin US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$253,600
Median Single Family Price
$174,500
Median Townhouse Price
$240,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Months of Supply
9.30
Median List Price
$220,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
380
Median Year Built
1973
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,295
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,078
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
2,507
Median Age
58
Population under 18
13.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
38.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,303
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,460

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
27.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.2%
% Population in Labor Force
50.6%
Below 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

Bikeable

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

37 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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