
Homes zoned forSafety Harbor Middle School
Pinellas living between the bay and the Gulf
434
Homes for sale
$229,900
Median list price
$227
Avg price / sqft
56
Median days on market
The Safety Harbor Middle School zone sits in the heart of Pinellas County, where Clearwater's suburban neighborhoods run toward Tampa Bay on one side and the Gulf beaches on the other. It's a practical, family-oriented pocket of the county — close enough to the water to feel the breeze, central enough to reach most of the peninsula in under half an hour. Buyers browsing Clearwater homes for sale here find a genuine mix, from compact starter houses to a handful of true waterfront estates.
The market is deep and moving at a measured pace. With 434 active listings and a median list price of $229,950, there's real range — from entry-level condos near $59,000 up to a few properties past $3 million. Homes take a median of 56 days to sell, and over the past year 1,184 closings landed at a median of $312,250, with sellers collecting about 96% of asking. Check the live map to see where the current inventory sits.
Safety Harbor Middle School is an attendance zone in Clearwater, Florida.
Quick facts
$59,000 – $3.3M price range
1,248 sqft median home
$538/mo median HOA
$1,795/mo median rent
1,180 sold in 12 months
Drive times
Living in the Safety Harbor Middle School zone
The Safety Harbor Middle School zone sits in central Pinellas County, part of the Clearwater area that stretches between Tampa Bay to the east and the Gulf beaches to the west. It's a suburban, family-practical slice of the peninsula — neighborhoods built for everyday living, with quick access to the county's main corridors. The character here is less about a single downtown and more about the convenience of being close to everything Pinellas offers.
This zone works well for a broad set of buyers. First-timers find entry-level condos and starter homes, families are drawn by the school zone and residential streets, and move-up buyers can find pool homes and gated communities. With 74 pool homes and 92 gated listings currently active, there's genuine variety in how you can live here.
Waterfront is limited but present — 16 waterfront listings are currently active, a reminder that Tampa Bay is close at hand. For most buyers, though, the appeal is the balance: residential calm with the Gulf and the bay both within reach, and the rest of the county an easy drive away.
Schools for homes in the Safety Harbor Middle School zone
This area is defined by its assignment to Safety Harbor Middle School, which anchors the zone for middle-grade students. For families, the school zone is often the organizing factor in choosing where to buy, and it shapes the neighborhoods that fall within it.
Nearby in the broader Clearwater area, high school options include Clearwater High School, Countryside High School, and Pinellas Park High School, along with other schools such as Oak Grove Middle School. The specific schools serving a given home depend on where exactly it sits within the county's boundaries.
Attendance boundaries in Pinellas County change from time to time, and a street near the edge of a zone can be assigned differently than you'd expect. Before you commit to a home for its school assignment, confirm the current zone for that exact address directly with Pinellas County Schools.
Homes for sale in the Safety Harbor Middle School zone: prices and housing
The zone currently has 434 active listings with a median list price of $229,950. Prices span a wide range — from $59,000 at the entry end up to about $3.26 million at the top — which tells you this is a market with real depth across segments. The average price is $227 per square foot, and the median home size is 1,248 square feet, reflecting the compact homes and condos that make up much of the inventory.
Over the past 12 months, 1,184 homes sold at a median price of $312,250, with sellers receiving about 96% of their asking price on average. Homes take a median of 56 days to sell, so the pace is steady rather than frantic. There are 21 listings above $1 million and 16 waterfront properties for buyers at the higher end, while pool homes (74) and gated communities (92) round out the mid-market.
New construction is a smaller part of the picture, with 15 active listings. On the carrying-cost side, the median HOA is about $544 per month — a figure shaped by the zone's many gated and condo communities — and the median property tax is $2,182 per year. Both vary significantly by community, so review the numbers for any specific property. For renters or investors, the median rent is $1,795 per month.
Getting around from the Safety Harbor Middle School zone
Location is one of this zone's strongest selling points. Tampa International Airport is roughly 27 minutes away, and Downtown Tampa is about 36 minutes, making this a workable base for commuters who cross the bay regularly. For frequent travelers, that airport proximity is a real day-to-day advantage.
Central Pinellas County road access keeps most of the peninsula within easy reach. The county's main north-south and east-west corridors put Clearwater's beaches, St. Petersburg, and the rest of the bay area within a comfortable drive. Most errands and destinations around the county fall well under half an hour.
As with most of Pinellas, driving is the default way to get around, and having a car is practical here. The trade-off of the central location is that you're not directly on the water for most homes — but you're close to it, and close to the bridges that connect Pinellas to the wider Tampa Bay region.
Is the Safety Harbor Middle School zone a good fit?
This zone is a strong match for buyers who want central Pinellas convenience and a wide range of price points. With a median list price of $229,950 and listings from $59,000 to over $3 million, it accommodates first-time buyers, families, and luxury shoppers alike. The 92 gated and 74 pool home options give buyers flexibility in how they prioritize security and outdoor living.
The market here is balanced and patient-rewarding. A 56-day median time on market and sellers getting 96% of asking mean there's room to negotiate and time to make a considered decision — a welcome contrast to tighter markets. The 1,184 sales over the past year show consistent demand without overheating.
The honest trade-offs: true waterfront is scarce (16 active listings) and new construction is limited (15 active), so buyers set on either should expect to search patiently. HOA costs can be meaningful, with a median of $544 per month in a zone full of gated and condo communities. But for buyers who value location, variety, and a steady market over a trophy address, the Safety Harbor Middle School zone delivers.
On the market now
Homes for sale in this zone
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$675,000
1204 MAXIMO AVENUE, CLEARWATER
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,867 sqft

$605,000
2671 DIAMOND HEAD DRIVE N, CLEARWATER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,668 sqft

$489,000
3088 CASCADE DRIVE, CLEARWATER
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,501 sqft

$444,000
206 HILLCREST DRIVE, SAFETY HARBOR
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,856 sqft

$340,000
2271 GRANGER DRIVE, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 sqft

$245,000
2341 HAITIAN DRIVE UNIT 41, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,400 sqft

$230,000
2254 NORWEGIAN DRIVE UNIT 36, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,400 sqft

$224,900
2101 SUNSET POINT ROAD UNIT 2603, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,424 sqft

$209,900
2459 FRANCISCAN DRIVE UNIT 3, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,100 sqft

$179,000
2525 ROYAL PINES CIR UNIT 26H, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,030 sqft

$139,900
2451 CANADIAN WAY UNIT 51, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,100 sqft

$134,500
383 S MCMULLEN BOOTH ROAD UNIT 66, CLEARWATER
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,087 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Safety Harbor Middle School market
1,180
Sold, last 12 months
$311,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
36 days
Median time to sell
Safety Harbor Middle School vs Clearwater
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 6.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Safety Harbor Middle School boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Safety Harbor Middle School home
≈ $2,141/mo
$229,900 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$538/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,795/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
72,720
Median age
52
Median income
$75,730
Median home value
$331,748
Beyond the listings
Living in Safety Harbor Middle School
Appearance oriented
Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Lifestyles
Nerd Culture
These people aren't afraid to nerd out. Common activities include comic books, video games, and often intellectual pursuits.
Entertainment
Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Food & Drink
Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Active
Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Relationships
Networking
Driven to succeed in the business world, this population seeks to progress in their career through networking happy hours, summits, and connecting with other professionals online.
People who close here
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Straight answers
Safety Harbor Middle School FAQs
Is the Safety Harbor Middle School zone a good place to live?+
It suits buyers who want a central Pinellas County base with access to both Tampa Bay and the Gulf beaches. The zone offers a true range of housing and amenities, with 92 gated and 74 pool homes currently active. Families often choose it for its location between Clearwater's schools and the county's main roads.
Is it expensive to buy here?+
It's one of the more approachable parts of the Clearwater market, with a median list price of $229,950 and active listings starting as low as $59,000. That said, the zone also holds 21 listings above $1 million, so there's depth at the top end too. The median sold price over the past year was $312,250.
What do homes cost in this zone?+
Active listings run from $59,000 to about $3.26 million, with an average of $227 per square foot and a median home size of 1,248 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 1,184 homes sold at a median of $312,250. The spread reflects a mix of condos, starter homes, and a handful of waterfront properties.
How is the market right now?+
It's measured and balanced. Homes take a median of 56 days to sell, and sellers are getting about 96% of their asking price on average. With 434 active listings, buyers have selection and room to negotiate without the frenzy of a seller's market.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $544 per month, which reflects the number of gated and condo communities in the zone — 92 gated listings are currently active. The median property tax is $2,182 per year. Fees vary widely by community, so confirm the specifics for any address you're considering.
What schools serve this zone?+
This is the Safety Harbor Middle School attendance zone, and nearby high school options in the broader Clearwater area include Clearwater High School and Countryside High School. Boundaries change, so always confirm the exact zone for a specific address with Pinellas County Schools before you buy.
How is the commute from here?+
The location is convenient for Tampa Bay commuters — Tampa International Airport is roughly 27 minutes away and Downtown Tampa about 36 minutes. Central Pinellas road access makes most of the peninsula reachable in under half an hour. It's a practical base for anyone working across the bay.
Is there new construction available?+
Yes, though it's a modest share — 15 new-construction listings are currently active in the zone. Most of the inventory is resale homes and condos across a wide price range. If new construction is a priority, inventory moves, so it's worth watching the live map closely.
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Homes matched to the official attendance boundary — school zoning changes; always verify with the district. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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