Description
Bus shelter with 2 ad faces on Hwy 192 (13th Street) in front of Staples.
This bus shelter with advertising on two sides (facing eastbound and westbound traffic on US 192) is located along E Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy (US 192 / 13th Street) in St. Cloud, Florida (ZIP code 34769), in between the intersection of 13th Street and Neptune Rd. This is a major commercial and commuter corridor in central-western St. Cloud, Osceola County, anchored by big-box retail (Walmart Supercenter, Publix, ALDI), fast-casual dining (Chick-fil-A, Wendy’s, IHOP, Checkers, Fiesta Azul Tequila House), and apartments (Soleil Blu Luxury). The shelter’s dual-sided design maximizes exposure to bidirectional traffic, with strong visibility for both directions. It’s near high-activity retail nodes, enhancing foot traffic and dwell time for pedestrians waiting for buses. The location benefits from proximity to the Walmart Supercenter and Publix at Center of St. Cloud, drawing shoppers, families, and commuters daily.
Nearby Businesses, Landmarks, and Points of Interest (Within ~1-Mile Radius)
This is a high-traffic retail gateway with big-box anchors, dining, and residential access. Key spots include:
- Retail/Big-Box: Walmart Supercenter, Publix Super Market at Center of St. Cloud, ALDI, Home Depot.
- Dining: Chick-fil-A, Wendy’s, IHOP, Checkers, Fiesta Azul Tequila House, Tijuana Flats, Sonic, Chili’s.
- Residential/Other: Soleil Blu Luxury Apartments, apartments along Neptune Rd/Poolside Dr, The Mark MHC, Sugar Mill North Mobile Home Park.
- The area serves as a shopping/dining hub for locals, commuters, and families, with good bus access via LYNX Route 10.
Closest Intersection Details (Traffic Lights, Crosswalks)
The intersection is US 192 (13th Street) and Old Canoe Creek Road, a signalized four-way junction with full traffic lights. Marked crosswalks are present, with pedestrian signals for safe crossing, part of St. Cloud/FDOT safety improvements on US 192. Speed limits ~45 mph on US 192, with sidewalks and potential bike accommodations. The dual-sided shelter at/near this signalized spot benefits from stopped traffic (e.g., red lights) for better ad dwell time and visibility.
Traffic Counts
US 192 (13th Street) is a principal arterial with high AADT in central St. Cloud, driven by retail anchors (Walmart, Publix, Chick-fil-A), commuting, and growth. Osceola County 2025 Roadway Network Capacity Report and FDOT data (updated 2024-2025) show volumes near Old Canoe Creek Rd/Michigan Ave segments as robust.
| Road Segment | From/To | Year | AADT (Approx.) |
| US 192 | Broader central St. Cloud (e.g., Shady Ln to Michigan Ave) | 2025 | ~51,000–57,000 |
| US 192 | Eastern/western St. Cloud segments (near Walmart/Chick-fil-A/Publix) | Recent | ~50,000–60,000+ |
Additional Notes on Traffic: Bidirectional flow with retail peaks (evenings/weekends) and commuter surges (AM/PM). Dual-sided shelter exposure: ~50,000–58,000 daily vehicles (split east/west), plus bus riders/pedestrians. High retail draw boosts visibility.
Demographics and Area Profile
ZIP code 34769 (central St. Cloud) is diverse and growing, with family focus, moderate incomes, and Orlando commuting. Population: recent estimates; broader St. Cloud city ~71,000–76,000+ projected for 2026.
- Population Density: ~2,800–3,700 people per square mile.
- Median Age: ~36–40 years (young families dominant).
- Racial/Ethnic Makeup: ~56–62% White, ~39–48% Hispanic/Latino (strong Puerto Rican influences), ~6–7% Black/African American, ~1–5% Asian/other.
- Median Household Income: ~$58,000–$83,000 (rising; city-wide ~$75,000–$83,000).
- Housing: Median home value ~$271,000–$313,000; mix of single-family, apartments, and mobile homes; average household size ~2.6–3. This audience suits dual-sided ads for retail (Walmart, Publix, ALDI), dining (Chick-fil-A, Wendy’s), or services—targeting multicultural families, shoppers, and commuters.
