North Kenwood
Neighborhood Reviews
Mom and pop diners and a longtime record store
Most retailers and restaurants are clustered along 22nd Avenue and 34th Street North. Publix, Dollar Tree and Sam’s Club provide essentials for the neighborhood. Kissin’ Cuzzins has been a neighborhood staple since 1961, known for its pancakes and other comfort classes. Grumpy Gringo is a popular spot serving birria tacos, tostadas and margaritas. PoFolks Restaurant is a local favorite with southern staples like fried green tomatoes, catfish and cobblers. Beyond big box stores, North Kenwood also has eclectic mom-and-pop shops, like Banana Records. Serving the community since 1977, the 20,000-square-foot facility has one of the largest vinyl collections in the world and attracts collectors from across the nation for its unique selection. The Sundial is an upscale shopping mall for more shopping needs in Downtown St. Pete, less than 4 miles away.
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Bungalows and Dutch Colonials from the 1950s
Among the towering oak trees is a residential neighborhood with primarily ranch-style houses and bungalows. The walkable North Kenwood also has Dutch Colonials, Spanish-influenced homes and some two-story contemporary builds. “You’ve got a mix of older homes out there, and the neighborhood has a real sense of character that you don’t always get with those premade subdivisions,” says Matt Brooks, a Realtor with Realty Experts. Most were built in the early 1940s and ‘50s; however, some 1920s cottages remain intact. Prices range from the high $200,000s for a two-bedroom to the low $900,000s for a newly built four-bedroom. “It’s still a pretty affordable neighborhood compared to St. Pete as a whole,” says Brookey. “The home values have continued to rise for the past six years.” Property sizes average between 800 square feet and 3,000 square feet. One of the neighborhood’s most unique homes is designed like a castle. Built in 1925, a sign at its entrance reads "Golem's Winter Headquarters." The median lot size for houses is under 7,000 square feet. Avocado, orange and other fruit trees dot the landscape. North Kenwood has two lakes. Emerald Lake separates houses from a commercial area and the St. Petersburg Times’ printing plant. The other is part of Booker Creek Park. Uptown Kenwood is a newer townhouse community offering two- and three-bedroom units priced from the mid-$500,000s to the low-$700,000s. Amenities include a dog park and pool. The neighborhood also has single-family rentals, averaging in the mid-$2,000s per month. North Kenwood has a CAP Index Crime Score of 5/10, slightly higher than the national average of 4.
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Close to community parks and St. Pete Beach
The 35-acre Booker Creek Park has pickleball and basketball courts, a paved path surrounding the lake and a fishing pier. “A lot of people go there; it has a great playground for kids,” says Brookey. “The city maintains a fitness area, and there’s a dock to chill out on.” Seminole Park sits directly south, offering a picnic pavilion, walking paths and regular events. Woodlawn Park is less than 2 miles east and provides several fields for adult soccer and basketball leagues. St. Pete’s Pier is about 4 miles away and features more than 26 acres of waterfront parks, a popular marina, museums and restaurants. St. Pete Beach is about 7 miles west for more outdoor fun.
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Home to a top-ranked high school
Pinellas County School District serves the area and is the 24th-largest in the nation. Kids can attend Woodlawn Elementary, which offers a garden club, followed by Tyrone Middle. Both have a C-plus Niche grade. Students can finish their education at the A-rated St. Petersburg High, which offers softball and track teams.A tight-knit neighborhood association
Established in 1995, The North Kenwood Neighborhood Association works to unite residents and better its community, collaborating with the city and local organizations. The voluntary group hosts porch parties, an annual holiday party in December and park cleanups. “We do a Booker Creek cleanup every spring,” Brookey says. “We do quarterly meetings at restaurants or breweries around our neighborhood to show support for local businesses.” Next year, we plan to do monthly neighborhood strolls.” North Kenwood received a grant from the city in 2022 to paint a mural as part of the mayor’s neighborhood grants program. Across from Booker Creek Park, the 30-foot mural reflects what North Kenwood is known for: alligators, spoonbill birds and its iconic oak trees.Less than 3 miles from Downtown St. Pete
Interstate 275 runs along North Kenwood’s eastern edge, connecting to Highway 19 and providing regional access. Downtown St. Petersburg is less than 3 miles east, Tampa International Airport is about an 18-mile drive, and Tampa is approximately 21 miles away. Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority provides bus service with stops along 28th and 34th Streets. St. Anthony’s Hospital is the closest medical facility, less than 3 miles east.
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Amy David
Photography Contributed By
Leila Sally
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Precella Wallace
Precella Wallace
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(727) 263-3794
15 Total Sales
1 in North Kenwood
$565,000 Price
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Barbara Brockwell
Barbara Brockwell
CHARLES RUTENBERG REALTY INC
(727) 332-0964
97 Total Sales
1 in North Kenwood
$685,000 Price
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Mashonda Smith
Mashonda Smith
CORCORAN DWELLINGS
(727) 228-6370
83 Total Sales
1 in North Kenwood
$230,000 Price
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Betty Rohe
Betty Rohe
LUXURY & BEACH REALTY INC
(727) 349-4554
129 Total Sales
2 in North Kenwood
$590K - $644K Price Range
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Mitchell Eckley
Mitchell Eckley
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(813) 845-0683
45 Total Sales
1 in North Kenwood
$459,900 Price
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Jackie Little
Jackie Little
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY- PALM H
(656) 218-4584
147 Total Sales
1 in North Kenwood
$750,000 Price
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
Woodlawn Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Seminole Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Booker Creek Park
- Basketball
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Jorgenson Lake Park
- Fishing
- Lake
- Trails
Kenwood Dog Park
- Dog Park
- Parking Lot
Sylvia C. Boring Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/7/2015
Niche Review
There is a great variety of businesses in this area. You can virtually find anything you're looking to purchase or get services from anywhere in this area. The most popular businesses that I find hard to choose from are the restaurants and which department stores to shop from.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Kenwood | US |
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| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Kenwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Kenwood, Saint Petersburg sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in North Kenwood, Saint Petersburg over the last 12 months is $322,241, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$413,265
Median Sale Price
$322,241
Median Single Family Sale Price
$339,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$454,495
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$215,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$237
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
822
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,054
Above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,952
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 2612 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$4,400 per month
- Townhouse for Rent
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 1,990 Sq Ft
- 1182 25th Way N
- Saint Petersburg, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,634
Median Age
39
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,565
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,212
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.1%
College Graduates
37.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
On par with 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
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35
/ 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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