Tampa metro, FL relocation guide
Moving to Madeira Beach, FL
About Madeira Beach
Madeira Beach — "Mad Beach" to locals — is a Gulf barrier-island city (2020 census population 3,895) named after the Portuguese island of Madeira and incorporated as a town in 1947. Its identity revolves around John's Pass, the Intracoastal Waterway inlet carved by the 1848 hurricane and named for early homesteader John Levique, which is now the area's entertainment district of boardwalks, charter boats, and restaurants. The city mixes beach condos and hotels along the Gulf with quieter residential streets, and is home to the landmark "Chicken Church" (Church By The Sea), whose tower resembles a chicken.
Home prices in Madeira Beach
The median listing price in Madeira Beach is $749,450.
Top places in Madeira Beach
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
- John's Pass
- Archibald Memorial Beach Park
- Tom Stuart Causeway
- Madeira Beach Fundamental School.
- Gulf Beaches Public Library.
- Treasure Island and St. Pete Beach
Commuting from Madeira Beach
- Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 40–55 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via the Tom Stuart Causeway to the mainland, then US-19 to SR-60/Courtney Campbell Causeway or I-275.
Schools in Madeira Beach
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.
Madeira Beach FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Madeira Beach, FL?
The median listing price in Madeira Beach is $749,450. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 2026 - How is the commute from Madeira Beach, FL?
Approximate drive to downtown Tampa: 40–55 minutes (typical drive; varies with traffic). Route is generally via the Tom Stuart Causeway to the mainland, then US-19 to SR-60/Courtney Campbell Causeway or I-275. - Which school district serves Madeira Beach, FL?
Madeira Beach 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.