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Vanessa Leikvoll
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Last Modified: February 24, 2026

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Lakewood Estates Neighborhood Guide

3-Putt Calm, Boyd Hill Thrill.

🧭Bordered by: 54th Ave S to the north, 34th St S to the west, 62nd Ave S to the south, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr St S, Roy Hanna Dr S, and the Lake Maggiore shoreline to the east

📌Best known for: St Pete Country Club fairways and Boyd Hill critters

👕You can spot a Lakewood Estates local by: golf carts, kayak racks, and gator gossip

👍Locals live here because: shade heavy yards, roomy ranches, and peaceful cul de sacs

👎Don't say we didn't warn you about: mosquito hordes after rains and sunrise mower symphonies

The general vibe is: Leafy, golfy, nature soaked calm

Pros & Cons of Lakewood Estates

Lakewood Estates strengths (top 5)

Green SpaceOutdoor RecreationCultural DiversityFamily FriendlyPeaceful & Quiet

Lakewood Estates tradeoffs (top 3)

NightlifeBreweriesUrban Energy
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Lakewood Estates Neighborhood DNA

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Some of the Lakewood Estates hotspots include: Gulfport Beach, Isla del Sol Yacht & Country Club, Skyway Jack's, Clam Bayou Nature Park, and South Pasadena Shopping District.
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Moving to Lakewood Estates - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to St. Petersburg or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to St. Petersburg guide for the big-picture view — or compare Lakewood Estates against other parts of the city in our St. Petersburg neighborhood guide.