Downtown North Homes for Rent

Downtown North in Panama City is a neighborhood experiencing significant growth, largely due to the nearby Tyndall Air Force Base's extensive rebuild following Hurricane Michael in 2018. This area features a mix of early 20th-century homes and new constructions, with Craftsman-style architecture being prevalent. Homes typically range from 900 to 2,000 square feet and sit on lots between one-tenth and one-fifth of an acre. The Bay District school system serves the area, with Bay High offering various programs and receiving high ratings. Residents have convenient access to U.S. Route 98, connecting them to Panama City Beach and Tyndall Air Force Base, both about 10 miles away. Public transportation is available via the Bayway bus system. Local features include Al Helms Dog Park and Asbell Park, which offers a sandy beach and relaxing beach chairs. Harrison Avenue and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard are the main commercial streets, home to eateries like Downtown Slice House and Josiah's Southern Cooking. For more extensive shopping, 23rd Street provides big-box retailers and chain restaurants. The neighborhood remains a focal point for community events, with McKenzie Park in nearby Downtown Panama City hosting a weekly farmers market and annual Fourth of July celebrations.