‘Funniest Street Name’ in Florida Pays Tribute To A Sitcom
Street names represent the place you call home, serve as passwords, and sometimes can provide a chuckle. Recently, Reader’s Digest went through each state and called out the funniest street name. Florida’s funniest street name is a fun one.
If you know the reason the street was given this name, you’ll realize it’s more of a tribute. So, what is the funniest street name in the Sunshine State?
It’s In Coca Beach
Off A1A / North Atlantic Beach Avenue, there’s a small street entitled I Dream Of Jeanie Lane, within Lori Wilson Park. It’s in honor of the American fantasy sitcom. In the the ’60s show I Dream of Jeanie, Barbara Eden plays a genie, named “Jeanie,” who is discovered by an astronaut (Larry Hagman played Captain/Major Anthony “Tony” Nelson). They eventually fall in love and marry.
“It all took place in the Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral area,” the story states, hence the street being named its honor. The show ran for five seasons from 1965 through 1970, and totaled 139 episodes. What is funny is the fact that much of the show was filmed in California, even though the astronaut lived in Cocoa Beach in the show.
Why is the funniest street name in Florida located in Cocoa Beach? Perhaps it would be funnier if it was situated in one of these uniquely titled towns. Two Egg, in Jackson County: that’s a pretty funny name. Doctor’s Inlet in Clay County: that’ s also funny. Sopchoppy in Wakulla County: that’s weird and definitely funnier than Cocoa Beach.
Nonetheless, I Dream Of Jeanie Lane is different and unique to Florida’s history. It does have an official street sign representing the name. Lastly, it is one of only two streets off A1A that enters into Lori Wilson Park.
Two Florida Beach Towns Named Most Affordable In The U.S.
Florida is the country’s third most populated state with over 22 million people. The weather, plus the coastlines, make the area attractive to those seeking warmth year-round. You might think that coastal living is prohibitively expensive. But that’s not always the case. Thrillist recently reported on affordable coastal towns and the results show two Florida beach towns are the most affordable in the country.
In order to create this list, Thrillist researched Zillow information to find “which US beach towns have some of the lowest real estate prices at the current moment.” They note that while major markets like Miami saw a significant increase in real estate prices since the pandemic, there are plenty of more quaint beachside towns where you can find reasonably priced waterfront properties.
Daytona Beach
This Atlantic-facing, east coast beach destination had a median home price of $256,550. In fact, Daytona Beach is the first spot mentioned on Thrillist‘s list. They highlight Daytona’s close proximity to Orlando and Jacksonville if you crave some bigger city happenings. The area intends to change its image from being a spring break destination to something a bit more high-end.
Deerfield Beach
The last spot featured by Thrillist was Deerfield Beach. With a median home price of $297,138, Deerfield Beach benefits from being close to large markets like Palm Beach where prices have significantly increased. “Not only does this spot feel more local than many others along the coast, it’s also home to one of the best beaches in the area (it’s even been awarded the “Blue Wave” designation),” the article explains.
The other towns highlighted here were spread throughout the country. Port Arthur and Freeport, Texas offered the cheapest real estate price for their bayside and gulf area. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Swansboro, North Carolina were two other southern Atlantic coast destinations that are affordable (but more expensive than Florida).
Though these two Florida beach towns are amongst the most affordable, they are also unique in their own right. Let’s take a dive into the waters of each one.
Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.
