Clearwater
Get to know the area, compare the setting and discover places to spend your time.
2024 Census place boundary. Boundary source. For orientation; not a school attendance or property boundary.
The feel of Clearwater
Clearwater includes both mainland neighborhoods and the separate barrier-island setting of Clearwater Beach. The beach area has a lively visitor-oriented atmosphere, while mainland locations offer a wider range of everyday residential settings. Downtown's Coachman Park adds a waterfront gathering place.
How it compares
Compared with Dunedin's compact downtown, Clearwater offers a broader choice between a beach-centered lifestyle, downtown surroundings and inland neighborhoods. Proximity to the Gulf is a draw, but living on the beach and driving to it are different experiences.
Before you choose a home
Compare beach traffic, property-specific flood information and any condominium costs or restrictions.
Restaurants to try
Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill
A beachside stop for seafood on Clearwater Beach.
Columbia Restaurant — Sand Key
Spanish-Cuban dining overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway.
Attractions & things to do
Coachman Park
Downtown waterfront recreation and gathering space.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium
A marine-life attraction on Island Estates.
Highly rated schools nearby
- Countryside High School
- Leila Davis Elementary School
Selected from Florida’s 2025–26 A-rated schools. View the state ratings. School assignment and admission depend on the address or application; nearby does not guarantee enrollment.
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Plan my home searchCall JoshGuide updated October 10, 2026. Dining and attractions are a curated starting point, not a ranked list. Check the linked venues for current hours, access and availability.