Azaleaville

 Link to article about Azaleaville: 

https://junglecountryclubhistoryproject.blogspot.com/2019/08/thats-signpost-up-ahead-your-next-stop.html

In the 1950s, like many growing suburbs across Florida, this area was carefully planned and proudly marketed. The developers chose a name to reflect the lush blooms and cheerful charm of the newly built homes: Azaleaville. It appeared on brochures, in advertisements, and even on some early lot documents. The name captured the imagination, evoking beauty, growth, and a sense of place.

Over time, the name quietly faded from common use. New maps listed street names, not neighborhoods. Generations came and went. Some neighbors referred to this area simply as “Azalea,” or by nearby landmarks like the school or park. But here’s the thing: Azaleaville was never officially renamed. It never disappeared.

So when we call the newsletter Inside Azaleaville, we’re not inventing something new, we’re restoring something old. We’re honoring the original identity of our neighborhood, one that still fits: welcoming, flowering, lived in, and loved.

It’s still Azaleaville, in name and in spirit. And we’re glad you’re part of it.

Azalea Ranked #2 Neighborhood in St. Pete to Buy a Home

According to the latest rankings from Niche.com, the Azalea neighborhood continues to shine. Listed as the second best neighborhood in St. Petersburg to buy a home, Azalea stands out for its combination of location, livability, and long-term value.

Niche gives Azalea high marks for housing, family-friendliness, and outdoor activities. The neighborhood earns an overall A- rating, with an A in housing and B+ in public schools. It also receives praise for safety, diversity, and access to parks.

With a dense suburban feel, Azalea offers residents the comfort of quiet streets and the convenience of proximity to beaches, shopping, and schools. Most residents own their homes, and community involvement remains a defining feature of neighborhood life.

Reviewers on Niche note Azalea's great sense of community and its ideal balance between peaceful residential streets and accessibility to the rest of the city. As one resident wrote, “It’s a quiet neighborhood with friendly people and a safe environment.”

If you’re already here, you know why Azalea is special. If you’re thinking about moving, Niche’s rankings confirm what locals have known all along: Azalea is one of the best places in St. Pete to call home.