Tampa metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Clearwater, FL
About Clearwater
Clearwater is Pinellas County's seat and one of its largest cities, stretching from the mainland across the Intracoastal Waterway to Clearwater Beach on the Gulf. The city blends a working downtown (Cleveland Street, the redeveloped Coachman Park waterfront) with the tourism economy of Clearwater Beach, consistently rated among America's best beaches. Housing runs from beachfront condos and hotels on the island to mainland subdivisions, historic neighborhoods, and newer developments inland.
Home prices in Clearwater
The median listing price in Clearwater is $284,450.
Top places in Clearwater
- Clearwater Beach
- Pier 60
- Coachman Park
- Cleveland Street
- BayCare Ballpark
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium
- Sand Key Park
- Ruth Eckerd Hall
Commuting from Clearwater
- Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 30–45 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via SR-60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway) or SR-60 to I-275.
Schools in Clearwater
Public schools: Pinellas County Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Clearwater FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Clearwater, FL?
The median listing price in Clearwater is $284,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Clearwater, FL?
Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 30–45 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via SR-60 (Courtney Campbell Causeway) or SR-60 to I-275. - Which school district serves Clearwater, FL?
Clearwater is served by Pinellas County Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.