Highland Grove, St. Petersburg
Updated June 22, 2026 · 2,029 residents
Highland Grove is a semi-rural neighborhood in St. Petersburg that balances quiet residential pockets with light industrial activity. The area offers moderate walkability, though residents often contend with traffic noise from nearby transit routes and limited public green space.
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About Highland Grove
Highland Grove features a blend of tract housing and mobile home communities, set against a backdrop of woodlands and light industrial facilities. The neighborhood maintains a steady suburban rhythm, where residents experience a mix of quiet residential streets and active commercial corridors. While the area provides a semi-rural feel with lower density than much of the city, it is marked by consistent truck traffic and operational noise from nearby warehouses and rail lines.
Living in the area involves specific trade-offs, particularly regarding environmental and infrastructure factors. While the community benefits from its placement within the stable Pinellas County School District, residents should be aware of challenges like frequent traffic noise and limited access to public parks for pets. The location is best suited for those seeking an affordable, diverse community who prioritize proximity to local transit routes over quiet, secluded environments.
Neighborhood Scores Across 15 Qualities
Residential spacing varies across the area, with some sections featuring closely packed structures and others providing more significant buffers between neighbors. According to iHuus data, privacy levels are generally in line with the St. Petersburg average.
Residential streets feature consistent sidewalks and safe crossings, though a central high-speed highway corridor creates a significant barrier for pedestrians. This level of accessibility aligns with the city average for St. Petersburg.
Standard tract housing and mobile home parks define the landscape, featuring small yards and limited luxury amenities. This visual character is less varied than the average found across St. Petersburg.
Public park access and wide green verges are sparse in this area. Most outdoor space consists of narrow sidewalks and private fenced backyards, which is below the St. Petersburg average.
Open land and scattered homes amidst woodlands provide a slightly more rural feel than most of St. Petersburg. According to iHuus data, the landscape features frequent pockets of greenery and low density compared to the city average.
Local activity levels are higher than the St. Petersburg average, offering a mix of quiet residential streets and pockets of lively commercial hubs. Depending on the specific block, residents can find everything from low-key suburban grids to active areas featuring independent shops, dining, and fitness studios.
Frequent noise from nearby major transit routes and infrastructure is a common feature here. According to iHuus data, acoustic levels in this area are higher than the St. Petersburg average.
Frequent unhealthy air quality levels pose significant risks to sensitive groups. According to iHuus data, conditions in this area are slightly worse than the St. Petersburg average.
Light manufacturing and warehouse operations are present near residential areas, leading to more frequent truck traffic and operational noise than the St. Petersburg average. According to iHuus data, a rail corridor and various storage facilities contribute to intermittent loading activity within the neighborhood.
Health insurance access among residents is notably lower than the St. Petersburg average, according to iHuus data.
Political leanings in this area are mixed, showing a relatively even split between conservative and liberal perspectives. This distribution is slightly more moderate than the broader St. Petersburg average, according to iHuus data.
Residents live alongside a balanced mix of young adults, families, and older individuals. This demographic spread in Highland Grove is very similar to the broader St. Petersburg area.
Residual flood risks exist within this area due to its location in the 500-year floodplain, though safety levels remain notably higher than the St. Petersburg average.
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| Dimension | Highland Grove | Albert Whitted Airport |
|---|---|---|
| 🚶 Walkabilityavg 6.61 | ||
| 🔊 Acoustic Comfortavg 3.78 | ||
| 🤫 Privacy Indexavg 5.45 | ||
| 🎨 Visual Appealavg 6.33 | ||
| 🐕 Dog Friendlinessavg 5.45 | ||
| 🗺️ Urban-Rural Indexavg 6.19 | ||
| ✨ Neighborhood Vibeavg 3.5 | ||
| 🏥 Health Insurance Coverageavg 6.88 | ||
| 🌿 Air Qualityavg 1.87 | ||
| 🏭 Industrial Proximityavg 7.55 | ||
| 🌊 Flood Safetyavg 4.61 | ||
| 🗳️ Ideological Leanavg 6.01 | ||
| 👥 Population Age Profileavg 5.11 | ||
| 🔥 Fire Safety | ||
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Highland Grove Rankings
School Districts Serving Highland Grove
Pinellas County School District stands as a Solid/Stable community institution characterized by strong academic achievements and deep voter support, even as it navigates significant demographic shifts. Leadership is highly stable; Superintendent Kevin Hendrick, a 25-year district veteran, seamlessly succeeded a decade-long superintendent in 2022. This continuity is mirrored in the community's financial trust. In November 2024, voters overwhelmingly approved doubling the local option school property tax millage to support teacher salaries and arts programs, a clear signal of public backing. The district boasts an overall A grade from the state, anchored by prestigious flagship institutions like Palm Harbor University High and East Lake High. However, the district faces a notable headwind: a long-term decline in student enrollment driven by rising local housing costs and lower birth rates. This trend has prompted a proactive Planning for Progress initiative, resulting in the planned closure and consolidation of several underutilized campuses. While these closures and occasional localized book-ban controversies present operational challenges, the district's robust financial health and academic excellence keep it highly resilient.
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Below average outcomes; significant attendance and academic challenges.
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