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2253 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL 33713, USA|Historic Kenwood
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Property Overview
Located near top-rated middle and high schools, the home also offers strong visual appeal with 23 photos available for review. It sits in a bustling, walkable area with 159 nearby restaurants and 77 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas, making it a strong option for an active social lifestyle.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
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Great for
Social life
Amenities for 2253 Central Ave, Historic Kenwood
Features
| Baseboard | Carpet |
| High Ceilings |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Laundry None | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Services
| On-Site Management |
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Policies and fees
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One-time. Refundable.
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Assigned Parking
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About 2253 Central Ave
Available now for a move-in within 30 days 12 month lease Amazing location overlooking Central Avenue. Enjoy the Meridian, a boutique private condo community in the Grand Central Neighborhood of Saint Petersburg. This two bedroom – two bath unit is above a commercial office space and is the end unit, no shared walls! The split floor plan includes a rear primary bedroom with attached bath. Updated quartz kitchen countertops, crisp porcelain wood plank tile, new carpet, and soaring 11-foot ceiling in the living area. Amid an urban neighborhood with great restaurants, art galleries, shops and a short bike ride to Tropicana Field or the Waterfront. Centrally located, the unit is only minutes from I-275 to Tampa International Airport and just a 15-minute drive to beautiful, world-renowned beaches! A great community to live the active and fun lifestyle downtown St. Petersburg offers! 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 741 sq ft Washer/dryer included One reserved parking space - #1 Water/sewer/trash included One or two adult DOGS under 35 lbs with pet app fee of $20, minimum $300 additional deposit for dog, non-refundable pet fee $300 for dog, $25/mo per dog. Current shot records, photo, animal license and renter's insurance for dogs. NO CATS. $50 non-refundable application fee for each adult covers credit and background check $100 administrative fee (credited to first month's rent) will be charged upon approval. The unit will not be reserved for applicant until administrative fee is received by management. Once paid, management will process tenant, create lease, send move in instructions, etc. Security deposit due upon approval; Full first month's rent due prior to move in Basic approval requirements include a gross monthly income of three times the rent, a clean background, and fair to good credit No smoking is permitted on premises
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 2253 Central Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Historic Kenwood |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 33713 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Historic Kenwood
2-bedroom apartments at 2253 Central Ave cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in St. Petersburg.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Historic Kenwood
St. Petersburg
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $2,094 |
| October 2024 | $2,193 |
| November 2024 | $2,219 |
| December 2024 | $2,127 |
| January 2025 | $2,043 |
| February 2025 | $2,100 |
| March 2025 | $2,131 |
| April 2025 | $2,142 |
| May 2025 | $2,142 |
| June 2025 | $2,183 |
| July 2025 | $2,170 |
| August 2025 | $2,139 |
| September 2025 | $2,048 |
| October 2025 | $1,996 |
| November 2025 | $1,960 |
| December 2025 | $1,908 |
| January 2026 | $1,982 |
| February 2026 | $1,992 |
| March 2026 | $2,077 |
| April 2026 | $2,100 |
| May 2026 | $2,004 |
| June 2026 | $2,032 |
| July 2026 | $2,024 |
| August 2026 | $1,999 |
| September 2026 | $2,000 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,896 |
| November 2024 | $1,841 |
| December 2024 | $1,798 |
| March 2025 | $2,250 |
| April 2025 | $2,850 |
| May 2025 | $2,299 |
| June 2025 | $2,467 |
| July 2025 | $2,327 |
| August 2025 | $2,503 |
| September 2025 | $2,796 |
| November 2025 | $2,495 |
| January 2026 | $2,329 |
| February 2026 | $1,841 |
| March 2026 | $1,825 |
| April 2026 | $2,424 |
| May 2026 | $1,655 |
| June 2026 | $1,646 |
| July 2026 | $1,787 |
| August 2026 | $2,175 |
| September 2026 | $2,350 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 2253 Central Ave
Woodlawn Elementary School
1600 16th st n
st petersburg, FL, 33704
PK, K-5Public
C+
Midtown Academy
1701 10th st s
st petersburg, FL, 33705
K-5Public
A-
Pinellas Virtual Academy
5900 16th st s
st. petersburg, FL, 33703
K-12Public
A-
Richard L. Sanders School
5025 76th ave n
pinellas park, FL, 33781
K-12Public
Nina Harris Exceptional Student Education Center
6000 70th ave n
pinellas park, FL, 33781
PK, K-12Public
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Getting around St Petersburg near 2253 Central Ave
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 2253 Central Ave, St Petersburg
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Variety of bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 2253 Central Ave
Hawthorne Bottle Shoppe
2927 Central Ave
Sunday Market St Pete By Tampa Bay Markets
2501 5th Ave N
Walmart Supercenter
201 34th St N
28 Street Boiling Pot Market
1143 28th St S
Wildwood Meat Market
1228 28th St S
Metropolitian Charities
2235 Central Ave
Tiger Rose Boutique
2317 Central Ave
Sasha's Boutique
2327 Central Ave
On Pointe Dance Wear & More
2113 Central Ave
Dressing Room
2425 Central Ave
Bikery Bicycle & Coffee Shop
2222 1st Ave S
Squeeze Juice Works
18 22nd St S
Pete's Bagels
2361 1st Ave S
Bandit Coffee Co
2662 Central Ave
The Chelsea St Pete
2462 5th Ave S
Par Bar LLC
2253 1st Ave S
The Dog Bar
2300 Central Ave
Grand Central Brewhouse
2340 Central Ave
Cocktail St Pete
2355 Central Ave
The St
49 24th St N
Adieu-Glu
1942 1st Ave S
Corner Garden Produce LLC
2300 4th Ave S
Farm Fresh Produce
1830 3rd Ave S
Meat House of St Pete
3101 Central Ave
Walmart Deli
201 34th St N
The Dog Bar
Recreation Ground
Pinellas Ale Works Brewery & Tap Room
Palmetto Park Community Garden
Palmetto Park
Hello Hot Dog
2325 Central Ave
LALA St. Pete
2324 Central Ave
Taco Business St Pete
2324 Central Ave
Squeeze Juice Works
18 22nd St S
Grand Central Brewhouse
2340 Central Ave
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CENTRAL AVENUE TROLLEY
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CENTRAL AVE + 22ND ST S
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1ST AVE S + 22ND ST S
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CENTRAL AVE + 24TH ST N
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