How Uptown Kenwood Shapes North Kenwood Resale Potential

Are you wondering how Uptown Kenwood might impact what your North Kenwood home could sell for? You are not alone. With a modern townhome community next door to a beloved historic district, it is smart to ask how pricing, demand, and buyer expectations are shifting. In this guide, you will learn what Uptown Kenwood brings to the area, how it influences resale potential, and what to do next whether you plan to buy or sell. Let’s dive in.

Uptown Kenwood at a glance

Uptown Kenwood is a gated townhome community of roughly 69 units with 2 to 4 bedrooms, about 1,400 to 2,100 plus square feet, plus shared amenities like a pool and dog park. You can view the project’s design profile on the Uptown Kenwood page by the architect of record, BSB Design. The community sits just north of the core Historic Kenwood neighborhood, which is known for its bungalow architecture and active neighborhood association, as outlined by the Historic Kenwood Neighborhood Association.

Why this matters: Uptown Kenwood creates a visible new construction benchmark near North Kenwood’s mix of older single family homes and newer infill. That can influence what buyers are willing to pay, what they expect inside a home, and how appraisers view comparable sales.

How Uptown Kenwood shapes resale potential

Price anchors and comps

New, well amenitized townhomes give appraisers and buyers a clear set of comparable sales for attached product. If you are selling a nearby townhome or newer infill, recent Uptown Kenwood activity can support higher comps for similar units. You can reference design and feature sets directly from BSB Design’s project page when aligning your home’s upgrades and finishes.

Buyer demand for townhomes

Buyer interest in attached living has been rising. Industry reporting shows townhouse construction and demand trending up, which supports pricing power for this product type in urban adjacent areas. See the National Association of Home Builders’ overview of townhouse construction trends for context on demand drivers like low maintenance and community amenities (NAHB).

Supply scale effects nearby

Infill development can produce mixed effects depending on scale and proximity. Research finds that moderate to large projects can soften prices for very similar nearby attached units due to added supply within a tight radius, while also creating broader amenity benefits for the neighborhood. For a deeper look at how scale matters, review the study in the Journal of Real Estate Finance and Economics (study on infill scale and price impacts).

Neighborhood amenities and perception

More residents can strengthen nearby commercial corridors and reinforce walkability. Proximity to local parks adds to everyday appeal. For example, Booker Creek Park offers paths and green space that support an outdoor lifestyle (St. Petersburg Parks & Recreation). These amenity ties often support resale values across housing types over time.

Historic character and preservation

Historic Kenwood’s designation and local overlays limit certain exterior changes and demolitions, which helps preserve the supply of intact bungalows and the neighborhood’s architectural character. This kind of protection can support long term value for nearby historic homes. For boundaries and rules, see the neighborhood’s historic preservation resources.

Flood risk, insurance and disclosures

Flood risk and insurance have become key factors in Pinellas County purchases. Always confirm a property’s flood zone using the county’s flood maps and tools and the FEMA Map Service Center (FEMA search). Florida adopted a statewide flood disclosure law in 2024, so sellers and buyers should review the current requirements and forms (Florida bill information).

What this means if you plan to sell

Selling a single family home

• Lead with what townhomes cannot offer: private yard space, room to expand, and individual curb appeal.
• Showcase thoughtful updates while honoring historic character when relevant. Share any permitting or preservation approvals up front.
• Use detached home comps from the last 6 to 12 months. Townhome sales are not direct comps for single family houses.

Selling a townhome or attached home

• Align your listing with Uptown Kenwood’s benchmarks: upgraded finishes, concrete block construction, security, and community amenities. You can reference the community profile here for feature comparisons (Uptown Kenwood overview).
• Verify HOA fees and what they include. Recent listings in the area often show monthly dues in the roughly 300 to 430 dollar range, but always confirm the current amount and coverage in writing.
• Document any flood zone advantages if applicable and include insurance details that matter to buyers.

Buying in North Kenwood? Compare total cost

If you are comparing a townhome to a single family home, look beyond the sticker price.

• Review monthly HOA dues, what they cover, and any special assessments.
• Estimate single family carrying costs like yard care, roof, and exterior maintenance.
• Check the flood zone and likely insurance costs early using Pinellas County’s flood tools and the FEMA Map Service Center.

Market snapshot at a glance

Recent 2024 to mid 2025 neighborhood snapshots show Historic Kenwood’s median sold price generally in the mid 600s, with North Kenwood medians often in the mid 300s to mid 400s depending on the month. Uptown Kenwood resale and active listings have commonly been in the high 500s to mid 700s, with HOA dues often seen in the roughly 300 to 430 dollar range on recent listings. Markets move quickly, so use a fresh MLS pull for precise, date stamped figures before you set pricing.

Your best next steps

If you plan to list soon, match your pricing and prep to the right comp set and highlight the lifestyle that today’s buyers value. If you are buying, weigh total monthly cost, flood exposure, and your must have amenities to choose the best fit. For expert help on timing, pricing, and marketing in North Kenwood and nearby historic districts, reach out to Nanette Counselman for local guidance tailored to your goals.

FAQs

How have Uptown Kenwood townhomes priced recently?

• In the last few years, many resales and listings have been in the high 500s to mid 700s, with exact values varying by size, finishes, and timing. Pull current MLS comps before pricing.

Is Uptown Kenwood in a flood zone, and how do I check?

• Confirm any address by using Pinellas County’s flood map tools and the FEMA Map Service Center for the official designation.

Do historic district rules affect properties near Uptown Kenwood?

• Historic Kenwood’s overlays add review for certain exterior changes and demolitions, which helps preserve character and can shape redevelopment options. See the neighborhood’s preservation guidance.

Could new townhomes reduce my single family home’s value?

• Academic research shows mixed, scale dependent results. Larger infill can pressure prices for very similar attached units nearby, while single family homes often benefit from broader neighborhood improvements (study on infill scale and price impacts).

What extra monthly costs should I expect with a townhome?

• Budget for HOA dues that often cover amenities, grounds, reserves, and sometimes utilities. Recent area examples show roughly 300 to 430 dollars per month, but verify the current amount and coverage in the HOA documents.