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Largo Paradise Island

Largo Paradise Island

Neighborhood in Largo, Florida

Pinellas County 33771

$239,588 Average Value
$196 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Low home prices in central Largo

The Largo Paradise Island neighborhood consists of a gated, 55-plus community called Paradise Island and two blocks of suburban tract housing in central Largo. While Paradise Island has an HOA, the single-family townhomes and duplexes outside the gates do not. “No HOA is part of it, but affordability is the main draw,” says Tom Steck, a Century 21 Realtor with nearly 20 years of experience working with clients in Pinellas County. “The gated area is entirely separate, and folks buy there for the retirement community lifestyle. But these homes outside of Paradise Island are mostly rentals. It’s an opportunity for folks to find housing till they save some money and buy a house,” he says.
Largo Paradise Island is a private community divided into sections of townhomes, duplexes, and manufactured homes.
Largo Paradise Island is a private community divided into sections of townhomes, duplexes, and manufactured homes.
The majority of homes in Largo Paradise Island are manufactured homes.
The majority of homes in Largo Paradise Island are manufactured homes.
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Manufactured homes, townhomes and duplexes

Largo Paradise Island’s median home price is $225,000, almost $100,000 below the city median. Prices for the manufactured homes in Paradise Island start close to $140,000 and rise to nearly $230,000, while the brightly colored townhomes on South Pines Drive sell for between $225,000 and $265,000. The duplexes on Lake Palms Drive rarely go on the market; none have sold in recent years, but list prices are just under $450,000. Its inland location makes the neighborhood less vulnerable to flooding during hurricane season than other areas of the city, but wind damage can be a concern.
Residents of Largo Paradise Island enjoy keeping their yards beautiful year-round.
Residents of Largo Paradise Island enjoy keeping their yards beautiful year-round.
The townhomes in Largo Paradise Island offer private driveways for residents, but do not have garages.
The townhomes in Largo Paradise Island offer private driveways for residents, but do not have garages.
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Paradise Island community amenities, golf and a nature preserve nearby

The Paradise Island community has private amenities, from a clubhouse with a billiard room, library and meeting rooms to bocce and shuffleboard courts. There’s also an outdoor pool with a hot tub. The Paradise Island Social Committee sponsors regular card games, exercise classes and other events, like the semiannual community flea market. The public East Bay Golf Club, a couple miles west, has an 18-hole course, putting greens and a practice range. Nearby, Largo Central Park Nature Preserve features a short trail, native wildflowers and boardwalks through a hardwood swamp. The 31-acre park is home to over 130 species of wildlife, including American alligators, otters and bats.
Largo Paradise Island also features a shuffleboard court for residents to have fun at.
Largo Paradise Island also features a shuffleboard court for residents to have fun at.
Largo Central Park Nature Preserve borders Largo Paradise Island and has great birding opportunities.
Largo Central Park Nature Preserve borders Largo Paradise Island and has great birding opportunities.
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Highly rated Pinellas County Schools

The Pinellas County Schools system serves kids living outside the Paradise Island community. Open enrollment is available, but the zoned schools are Southern Oak Elementary, Largo Middle and Largo High. Southern Oak Elementary earns a B-plus from Niche, while Largo Middle gets a B-minus. Largo High School, which offers an International Baccalaureate program, receives an A-minus.
Southern Oak elementary school is rated a B+ school on niche and serves Largo Paradise Island.
Southern Oak elementary school is rated a B+ school on niche and serves Largo Paradise Island.
Largo High School is a public school welcoming all Largo Paradise Island students.
Largo High School is a public school welcoming all Largo Paradise Island students.
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Close to HCA Florida Largo Hospital and St. Pete-Clearwater airport

State Road 686, known locally as Bay Drive, runs east toward HCA Florida Largo Hospital and west to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport. Both destinations are less than 6 miles away, under 15-minute drives in light traffic. Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority, or PSTA, bus stops on Starkey Road are within about a mile of most homes.
Largo Paradise Island can have peace of mind with HCA Florida Largo Hospital nearby.
Largo Paradise Island can have peace of mind with HCA Florida Largo Hospital nearby.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport serves Pinellas County and Largo Paradise Island.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport serves Pinellas County and Largo Paradise Island.
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Bay Drive has shopping and dining

Residents head north to Bay Drive for shopping and dining. The commercial corridor has grocery stores like Winn-Dixie, Sprouts and Publix, as well as banks, automotive shops and medical offices. Dining options include Hibachi Express, a quick-service Japanese eatery, and The Corner Skillet, a 24-hour diner. Arkane Aleworks and Whiskey Wings, in the neighboring strip mall, are popular for drinks and pub fare.
The shopping centers on Bay Drive near Largo Paradise Island is where residents will do most of their shopping.
The shopping centers on Bay Drive near Largo Paradise Island is where residents will do most of their shopping.
Whiskey Wings Largo serves up wings and comfort 7 days a week in East Bay Country Club.
Whiskey Wings Largo serves up wings and comfort 7 days a week in East Bay Country Club.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Largo Paradise Island US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Largo Paradise Island Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$239,450
Median Sale Price
$227,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$199,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$248,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
143
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
3.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,329
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,121
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,395

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,535
Median Age
67
Population under 18
10%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
53.6%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$50,761
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,275

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
19.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
% Population in Labor Force
31.3%
Significantly 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

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

27 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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