Palmetto : Florida
Living a LGBT Lifestyle in Palmetto, Florida
Palmetto, a small town in Florida between St. Petersburg and Sarasota, is home to the first gay and lesbian active community in the USA. The Palms of Manasota was founded to provide a haven for LGBTs. This friendly community has handsome villas and easy access to Florida outdoor activities. Nearby Sarasota is a cosmopolitan community with a sizable gay population.
Where to Retire in Palmetto and Home Prices
There are many active adult and 55+ communities in the area. The median home value has steadily risen in that past few years and in early 2023 was $327,514, according to Zillow.
What Is Special about Palmetto
Palmetto is on the water and real estate is relatively inexpensive.
What Is Not Special about Palmetto
The crime rate is surprisingly high for a town of this size. Summers are hot and humid.
Climate and Physical Environment
The average January temperature is 61 degrees, the average July temperature is 82 degrees.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Sarasota and St. Petersburg are nearby for Restaurants and the Cultural Scene.
Crime
Palmetto has a high crime rate.
Medical Facilities
Bradenton offers medical facilities just a few miles away.
Transportation
Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport is just 10 miles away.
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