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Convenient location appeals to Palm River-Clair Mel residents
Palm River-Clair Mel is a community just east of Tampa. Residents enjoy the proximity to downtown and easy access to multiple interstates and expressways. This Hillsborough County census-designated place has grown considerably since the 1970s, from about 8,500 to almost 30,000 people. Some neighborhoods in the area date to the late 1950s, and others have homes built in the last five years. A major railyard is in the western part of the community, and rail lines run through the area.
With a population of 30,000 Palm River-Clair Mel lies just east of Tampa and is great place to call home.
The CSX Rockport Yard is a major hub just west of Palm River-Clair Mel, and offers employment opportunities for residents.
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Townhomes and single-family residences in multiple styles
The median home price is $350,000, lower than Tampa’s $435,000 median. There are some ranch-style homes in a few of the older neighborhoods in the north. Newer construction, mostly traditional style single-family houses and townhomes, dominate the southern part of the community. Palm and oak trees line the streets, and in many places, so do sidewalks. Some neighborhoods are gated and have clubhouses. Most have HOAs. Some homes on the Palm River have private docks.
Colorful ranch style homes with fenced in yards dominate much of Palm River-Clair Mel.
Home values in Palm River-Clair Mel are much lower than the Tampa Bay average of $450,000, with many averaging in the $350,000 range.
New construction homes have been popping up throughout Palm River-Clair Mel but mostly are towards the southern portion of the city.
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Neighborhood schools and choice applications at Hillsborough County Public Schools
The area's children can attend the Hillsborough County Public Schools district, which has a B-plus on Niche. Students can attend their zoned neighborhood schools or apply through the district’s choice program to another school. Choices include magnets focused on arts or STEM, Montessori schools and collegiate academy options. Acceptance is based on a lottery process.
Palm River Elementary School was established in 1948.
Giunta Middle School, in Great Palm River Point, embrace a collaborative, engaged-learning philosophy —supporting students' success
Welcome to Howard W. Blake High School & Magnet Program.
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Some shopping, dining options in the community and more in Tampa and Brandon
Many residents enjoy heading to downtown Tampa or west to Brandon for dining and shopping. But some options are available within Palm River-Clair Mel, including at the Pavilion Crossing plaza along U.S. Route 301, which has a Publix grocery store, Starbucks and some Asian eateries. Fresco y Más is a Hispanic grocery store along Palm River Road. Several restaurants are at the corner of Palm River Road and 78th Street, and others are along Causeway Boulevard. Brandon Exchange is a large shopping mall about 4 miles east.
Residents of Palm River-Clair Mel frequent Pavilion Crossing Plaza for its shopping and Publix for weekly groceries.
Grab breakfast all day with the family and the local Palm River Cafe located just off of Palm River Rd.
Fresco y Más, a Hispanic grocery store, sits along Palm River Road and offers unique hispanic delights and groceries at great prices.
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Large parks and other recreation opportunities in the area
The Tampa Riverwalk and Florida Aquarium are just 7 miles – or about a 15-minute drive – away. Progress Village Park is a 16-acre park to the south of the community and has basketball and tennis courts, baseball fields and a playground. Lettuce Lake Conservation Park, along the Hillsborough River, is one of the county’s most popular parks. It is about 15 miles north along I-75. The park has picnic areas, paved trails, a boardwalk, observation tower and multiple playgrounds. Visitors can rent canoes and kayaks.
The Riverwalk in City Center has paved walkways to make getting around easy.
The Florida Aquarium is a popular place in City Center Tampa.
Just north of Palm River-Clair Mel lies, Lettuce Lake Conservation Park a great spot for an afternoon in the sun and picnic.
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Numerous major highways easily accessible from Palm River-Clair Mel
Locals say the area’s proximity to multiple major thoroughfares, including the Selmon Expressway, Interstate 75 and Interstate 4, is one of its biggest selling points. Residents can be in downtown Tampa in minutes, easily enjoy the white sands of Clearwater Beach 30 miles west or head up I-4 for a weekend trip to Orlando. U.S. Route 301 borders the community to the east.
Major flood risks
Palm River-Clair Mel is considered to be at major risk from flooding, according to the climate modeling website First Street. More than 60% of properties in the community are at risk. First Street also projects that access to utilities and emergency services could be impacted during a flood event. Hurricane Irma hit the community in 2017. Hurricane season is June through November.
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On average, homes in Palm River-Clair Mel, FL sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Palm River-Clair Mel, FL over the last 12 months is $349,450, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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