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Englewood, FL
Englewood · FL 34223
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$540K
Median Price
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Walk Score
6/10
Schools
103 min
to Tampa, FL
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
60/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score40/100
Our Take
Englewood is a calm, car‑centric suburb with decent schools and low flood risk, but its walkability is nearly zero and the commute to Tampa is long. It’s a solid choice for retirees, families, or remote workers who value quiet and beach access over urban convenience.
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The Good
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X) and relatively affordable home insurance.
- ✓High owner‑occupancy rate (87%) indicates a stable, invested community.
- ✓Good mix of high‑rated schools such as Lemon Bay High and State College of FL.
- ✓Proximity to Gulf beaches and recreational parks.
Real Talk
- !Commute to Tampa takes over 100 minutes, making daily work travel a challenge.
- !Walk score is zero; the area is not pedestrian or transit friendly.
- !Some elementary and middle schools have lower ratings that may require extra research.
- !Home prices (~$540k) are high relative to the median income (~$85k), which can strain budgets.
- $Property taxes in Florida tend to be above the national average.
- $Many homes have HOA fees or special assessments for local amenities.
- $Storm insurance may add extra cost even though flood risk is low.
Best For
retireesremote workersfamilies with childrenbeach lovers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Englewood, FL
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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