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It's a practical, low-key choice for buyers who want to be central in Pinellas without a beachfront budget. You're about 28 minutes from Tampa International and 29 from downtown Tampa, so commuting and travel are straightforward. The homes tend to be compact and easy to maintain, which suits first-time buyers and downsizers alike.

Compared to much of Tampa Bay, no — the median list price is $317,000 and active Kenneth City homes for sale range from $90,000 to $709,000. There are currently no listings above $1 million, keeping this firmly in attainable territory for central Pinellas.

Expect a median around $317,000 to list and $325,000 for recently sold homes, with an average of about $249 per square foot on a median size near 1,102 square feet. Over the past year 109 homes changed hands, so there's a real track record of pricing to work from.

It's balanced and active — 33 homes are listed and the median time to sell is 30 days. Sellers are averaging 97% of asking, which tells you buyers have some room to negotiate but well-priced homes still move quickly.

The median property tax here runs about $2,528 a year, which is reasonable for the price point. Median HOA dues sit around $480 a month, though that varies widely by property since most homes in the zone are single-family without heavy association fees — always confirm on the specific listing.