Brookside
Midcentury homes and 55-plus manufactured homes are prominent
Ranch-style homes are prominent in the subdivision for which the neighborhood is named. Its collection of homes also includes midcentury-moderns and contemporary designs. Driveways and attached garages are standard. Sidewalks provide a walkable setting enhanced by palm trees and other native greenery. Many backyards feature in-ground pools. Prices range from the high $400,000s to $800,000-plus. Embassy Mobile Home Park and Holiday Ranch offer a more affordable alternative in 55-plus communities with swimming pools, athletic courts and social clubs. On the other end of the spectrum, there are a handful of seven-figure estate homes nestled between the subdivision and a small lake. That type of variety is common in Largo, Brockwell says. “You could have a million-dollar home next to a mobile home park. It’s a really eclectic, interesting city.” The neighborhood’s median sales price is about $425,000, and its location is additionally appealing from a weather standpoint. Largo’s barrier islands and coastal communities are still recovering from last year’s back-to-back hurricanes. Brookside, however, is about 8 miles from the coast. “You’re not that far from the beach, but it’s high and dry, so there’s no issue with flooding,” says Brockwell, who is still waiting on her own home near the beach to be rebuilt after Helene and Milton swept through. “Every time a storm comes through, we build a little better and improve the homes in the area,” she adds. “We’ll be fine, but right now it’s tough.”Grocers, retail stores and services are all nearby
The Publix-anchored Tri-City Plaza is located at the intersection of U.S. Highway 19 and East Bay Drive in the neighborhood’s southeast corner. In addition to stocking up on groceries and other essentials, residents can shop for clothes, enjoy a meal and even do their banking there. More shopping and dining options, including a Walmart, a Starbucks and several popular chain restaurants can be found nearby along the busy corridors.Parks, beaches provide plenty of recreation
Northeast Park & Paw Place is a neighborhood green space for residents and their best friends. Largo Datsko Park, which offers an array of traditional amenities, and the Belcher Soccer Complex are within 2 miles. Eagle Lake Park is a waterfront destination about 3 miles away that offers relaxing recreation on more than 160 acres of protected Pinellas County land. Golfers can join the nearby Cove Cay Golf Club. The white-sand beaches for which the Gulf Coast is known are easily accessible from the neighborhood. The barrier islands of Belleair Beach and Indian Rocks Beach are a short drive away. “It’s probably about a 15-minute drive west to the water,” Brockwell says. The Intracoastal and the Gulf are havens for boaters and anglers.Three above-average schools in the student pipeline
Students can attend a trio of above-average Pinellas County schools. Frontier Elementary and Oak Grove Middle schools are rated B-minus by Niche, and Largo High School is rated A-minus. The high school features the International Baccalaureate and Exploring Careers & Education in Leadership magnet programs. It was named a 2025 Magnet School of Distinction by Magnet Schools of America.Easy access to larger cities, airports
“It’s a really good area to get to the beaches, to the city, the airports,” Brockwell says. “It’s a great location from that perspective.” U.S. 19 connects residents to Clearwater and St. Petersburg. St. Pete Clearwater International is about 3 miles away. Interstate 275 is about 7 miles away, and it leads directly across the bay to Tampa International Airport. Downtown Tampa is about a 20-mile drive. Closer to home residents can catch the bus along several nearby roads for trips to local points of interest, including HCA Florida Largo about 4 miles away.
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Matt Pallister
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Sheri Ragsdale
Sheri Ragsdale
Responds QuicklyRAGSDALE RESIDENTIAL REALTY
(727) 349-4204
64 Total Sales
1 in Brookside
$110,000 Price
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Barb Deggans
Barb Deggans
Responds QuicklyCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(727) 349-2672
53 Total Sales
1 in Brookside
$620,000 Price
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Daniel Perez
Daniel Perez
REAL BROKER, LLC
(813) 210-8248
187 Total Sales
1 in Brookside
$290,000 Price
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Mark Baserap
Mark Baserap
COASTAL PROPERTIES GROUP
(727) 349-4503
110 Total Sales
1 in Brookside
$460,000 Price
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William Torres
William Torres
LPT REALTY, LLC
(813) 213-4412
58 Total Sales
1 in Brookside
$290,000 Price
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Aaron Hunt
Aaron Hunt
AVALON GROUP REALTY
(727) 349-2863
191 Total Sales
1 in Brookside
$330,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Northeast Park & Paw Place
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Brookside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Brookside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brookside, Largo sell after 141 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Brookside, Largo over the last 12 months is $324,850, down 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$324,350
Median Sale Price
$324,850
Median Single Family Sale Price
$324,850
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$299,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-26%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$218
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
334
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,039
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,785
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
948
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
739
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
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Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,474
Median Age
57
Population under 18
12.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
35.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,549
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,792
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
23.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12%
% Population in Labor Force
54.9%
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®
65
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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