St Francis is a residential co-op located at 1700 Pierce Street in central Hollywood, just east of US-1 and a short distance from Young Circle and Downtown Hollywood. The eight-story building dates to 1959 and offers a convenient location near local dining, shopping, entertainment, and Hollywood’s established golf course.
St Francis Homes for Sale are represented by co-op residences with a variety of floor plans, including one- and two-bedroom layouts. The building’s location also places residents close to Hollywood Beach, while Pierce Street provides a quieter residential setting near the activity of downtown.
About St Francis
St Francis is a small, established co-op community consisting of 28 residences in an eight-story building. The property sits at the corner of Pierce Street and 17th Avenue, with the golf course bordering 17th Avenue. Some residences have screened balconies and golf-course views, adding an open outlook to the urban Hollywood setting.
The community is positioned in the Hollywood Lakes area, with US-1, Hollywood Boulevard, and Young Circle providing convenient connections to other parts of the city. Downtown Hollywood’s restaurants, shops, ArtsPark, and other attractions are nearby, while the beach is also readily accessible from this central location.
History of St Francis
St Francis was constructed in 1959, making it part of Hollywood’s established mid-century residential building stock. The eight-story structure has retained its co-op format, with residences managed through the building’s association rather than as conventional individually deeded condominium units.
The building has undergone updates over the years, including improvements to its elevator, fire-safety systems, exterior, parking areas, and other building infrastructure.
Amenities
St Francis provides practical building amenities suited to its low-maintenance co-op setting.
Elevator serving the eight-story building
Common laundry facilities
On-site parking
Community storage and bicycle storage
Secured lobby and phone-entry system
Screened balconies at select residences
Golf-course views at select residences
Common outdoor areas
The nearby Hollywood golf course is a surrounding-area amenity rather than an amenity owned by St Francis. Hollywood Beach, Young Circle, ArtsPark, and Downtown Hollywood are also nearby public or commercial destinations rather than community amenities.
Key Details
Community type: Residential co-op
Property type: Co-op residences
Year built: 1959
Total residences: 28
Building: Eight stories
Gated status: Not gated
Private club membership: No
Association: St Francis Apartments Co-Op
Location: 1700 Pierce Street, Hollywood, Florida
Nearby roads: US-1/Federal Highway and Hollywood Boulevard
Setting: Hollywood Lakes area, adjacent to the Hollywood golf course
Association fees: Vary by residence and should be confirmed with the current listing and association documents
Nearby Communities
Hollywood Lakes is the broader residential area surrounding St Francis, with a mix of single-family homes and condominium properties along the city’s established coastal streets. Its location provides access to Downtown Hollywood, the beach, restaurants, and local recreation.
North Central Hollywood is another nearby Echo Fine Properties community with a mix of condominiums, townhomes, single-family homes, and other residential properties. It extends through an established central section of Hollywood with access to major roads, shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Park East covers another established section of Hollywood with condominiums, townhomes, single-family residences, and commercial properties. The area includes several smaller residential subdivisions and provides convenient access to central Hollywood destinations.
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St Francis Homes for Sale FAQs
Where is St Francis located in Hollywood?
St Francis is located at 1700 Pierce Street in Hollywood, near the corner of Pierce Street and 17th Avenue. The building is just east of US-1 and a few blocks north of Young Circle. Its location provides convenient access to Downtown Hollywood, Hollywood Boulevard, and the beach.
Is St Francis a condominium community?
St Francis is legally organized as a stock cooperative, or co-op, rather than a conventional condominium. The building contains 28 residences in an eight-story structure. Buyers should review the association’s co-op requirements and current financial and ownership documents before purchasing.
What amenities are available at St Francis?
Building amenities include an elevator, common laundry facilities, parking, storage, bicycle storage, and secured building entry. Some residences also feature screened balconies and golf-course views. The nearby golf course and Downtown Hollywood destinations are separate from the St Francis property itself.
Is St Francis gated?
St Francis is not a gated community. The building does have secured entry and a phone-entry system for the lobby. Parking and other building access are managed as part of the co-op property.
What is near St Francis?
St Francis is close to Young Circle, ArtsPark, Downtown Hollywood, Hollywood Boulevard, and US-1. Hollywood Beach is also nearby, while the adjacent golf course provides a prominent feature of the surrounding setting.
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