Arcadia, Arcadia FL — neighborhood review

Arcadia, FL

Arcadia · FL 33821

Updated July 28, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$235K

Median Price

21/100

Walk Score

8.8/10

Schools

118 min

to Tampa, FL

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
88/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
21/100
WYLT Score60/100

Our Take

Arcadia offers a calm, small-town atmosphere with easy access to outdoor recreation. While it lacks walkability and public transit, the area has seen stable home values and a strong sense of community. However, be prepared for a long commute to Tampa.

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The Good

  • Abundant green space and natural areas
  • Strong sense of community
  • Affordable median home prices
  • Variety of outdoor activities

Real Talk

  • !Limited job opportunities within the city
  • !Long commute to Tampa (about 2 hours)
  • !Lack of walkability and public transit
  • $Home insurance premiums may be higher due to flood risk
  • $Limited access to high-speed internet
  • $Some areas may have outdated infrastructure

Best For

Nature loversFamiliesThose looking for a small-town atmosphereRetirees

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

Arcadia, FL

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Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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