Bear Creek
Midcentury homes with large yards and low traffic
The average home price in Bear Creek is $445,000, which is $75,000 less than in neighboring Pasadena on the Gulf. Most of the single-family housing in Bear Creek consists of ranch-style homes featuring large yards and private driveways. Several midcentury-modern homes, built during Bear Creek’s busiest phase of development in the 1950s and 1960s, as well as modern-style homes, also are found along the neighborhood streets, many of which feature their original brick. Larger homes include frame bungalows, split levels and newer construction featuring custom designs. “It’s a strong (market); it’s a solid neighborhood,” says Welch. “It’s quiet. You don’t get a lot of traffic because there are no through streets. That’s a plus for it as well.”Bear Creek High School is within walking distance
Bear Creek Elementary, which has been recognized by the state for its community involvement programs, is the lone school in the neighborhood, but Boca Ciega High School is within walking distance. Tyrone Middle is a public charter school located 3 miles away.Nature and the arts all close to home
The creek for which the neighborhood is named meanders through the community and makes up a sizable portion of Bear Creek Park, a popular green space just outside the neighborhood. Bird-watching is the primary creek-related activity, and the park includes a playground, ballfield and cricket field. Crossing Bear Creek on the south side of the neighborhood is The Pinellas Trail. The paved, multiuse trail is a regional favorite for walking, jogging and bike riding. “That’s a big draw — the ease of being able to hop on the trail and ride,” says Welch. Downtown St. Petersburg is a 30-minute bike ride via the trail. The ecologically protected pathway also runs north from Bear Creek through Clearwater to Tarpon Springs.Bear Creek does its part in expanding St. Petersburg’s world-renowned arts scene, as it is home to the regional freeFall Theatre. The performing arts venue offers residents the opportunity to see familiar plays and new productions in an intimate setting.
Neighborhood eats and national grocers
Most of Bear Creek’s dining options are located along the Central Avenue corridor. Among the restaurants are neighborhood favorites Kay’s Family and Side Door Deli, a New York-style eatery. A Winn-Dixie and a Walmart Neighborhood Market are located adjacent to the neighborhood's southwest corner at the Pasadena Shopping Center.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mark Baserap
Mark Baserap
COASTAL PROPERTIES GROUP
(727) 349-4503
110 Total Sales
3 in Bear Creek
$353K - $495K Price Range
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Lisa Grey
Lisa Grey
KEYSEEKERS REAL ESTATE
(407) 502-0125
198 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$345,000 Price
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Shawn Dunn
Shawn Dunn
Responds QuicklyGULFSIDE REALTY SALES
(727) 472-5441
48 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$285,000 Price
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Dayna Bates
Dayna Bates
IMPACT REALTY TAMPA BAY
(727) 472-8013
16 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$385,000 Price
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Kim Donahue
Kim Donahue
Responds QuicklyPREFERRED SHORE LLC
(941) 271-7570
67 Total Sales
1 in Bear Creek
$425,000 Price
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Nancy Baraky
Nancy Baraky
Responds QuicklyKELLER WILLIAMS ST PETE REALTY
(947) 886-8775
70 Total Sales
3 in Bear Creek
$315K - $595K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Royal 'Roy' Eden Community Park
- Playground
Galatea Garden
- Picnic Area
- Trails
R.W. Caldwell Park
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Bear Creek Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Pinellas Trail
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Circle Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bear Creek | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bear Creek Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$637,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$547,000
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$305
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,157
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1956
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,068
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,189
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
886
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
645
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 312 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,303 - $1,564 per month
- Bay Pointe Tower
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 416+ Sq Ft
- 880 Oleander Way S
- South Pasadena, FL
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$6,490 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,345 Sq Ft
- 6651 Park St S
- Unit ID1018211P
- South Pasadena, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,253
Median Age
53
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,731
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,088
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.7%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
56°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
/ 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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