Neighborhood · St Petersburg, Florida
Tropical Shores
Waterfront living on St Pete's southeast shore
3
Homes for sale
$875,000
Median list price
$521
Avg price / sqft
65
Median days on market
Tropical Shores sits along the southeastern edge of St Petersburg, where Tampa Bay defines the pace of daily life and a good number of homes sit on or near the water. It's a quieter, established pocket close to the energy of downtown but insulated from it — the kind of place where waterfront addresses and mature streets set the tone. Neighbors here are within easy reach of nearby communities like Shore Acres and Greater Pinellas Point, and the broader St Petersburg market keeps the area well connected to the rest of the city. Commuters can reach Tampa International Airport in about 32 minutes and downtown Tampa in roughly 34.
For buyers today, this is a small, high-value market. There are just four active listings with a median list price of $924,950, and the last year saw 14 homes sell at a median of $970,000 — with sellers collecting about 95% of asking on average. Inventory is thin and homes take a median of 61.5 days to sell, so buyers who move deliberately but decisively tend to do best here. If waterfront is the goal, note that two of the current listings are on the water, similar to what you'd find in Bayway Isles.
Tropical Shores is a community in St Petersburg, Florida.
Quick facts
$519,900 – $1.4M price range
1,628 sqft median home
14 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Tropical Shores
$1,400,000$1,500,000
501 22ND AVENUE SE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,056 sqft
$519,900$529,900
2671 W BAY ISLE DRIVE SE, ST PETERSBURG
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,515 sqft
$875,000
2431 SUNRISE DRIVE SE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,628 sqft
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The Tropical Shores market
14
Sold, last 12 months
$970,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
50 days
Median time to sell
Tropical Shores vs St Petersburg
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 5.2% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Tropical Shores boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Tropical Shores is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Tropical Shores home
≈ $5,177/mo
$875,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
Population
512
Median age
48
Median income
$175,172
Median home value
$491,100
Beyond the listings
Living in Tropical Shores
Active
Top 5% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Culture
Top 6% in the U.S.Sites to See
This population finds the most beautiful sites just by looking up. Sunrise, sunset or sometime in between, these people love to marvel at man-made and natural wonders.
Beliefs
Top 7% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 7% in the U.S.Dog Lovers
Pups are just another member of the family. Dog lovers adore their tail-wagging friends and are looking for new ways to make them happy.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 9% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Beliefs
Top 9% in the U.S.Conservation
Good stewards of the earth, this population advocates for a cleaner environment and responsible use of resources. They often encourage others to recycle and use clean energy.
People who close here
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Straight answers
Tropical Shores FAQs
Is Tropical Shores a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established waterfront pocket on St Petersburg's southeastern shore, close to downtown yet removed from its bustle. With Tampa International Airport about 32 minutes out and downtown Tampa near 34, it balances a settled residential feel with real connectivity. Buyers drawn to bay access and mature streets tend to gravitate here.
Is Tropical Shores expensive?+
Yes, it sits at the higher end of the St Petersburg market, with a median list price of $924,950 and homes selling at a median of $970,000 over the past year. At an average of $495 per square foot, it's priced as a premium waterfront-adjacent neighborhood. Buyers comparing options might also look at nearby Greater Pinellas Point for a wider price range.
What do homes cost in Tropical Shores?+
Current active listings range from $519,900 to $1,400,000, with a median list price of $924,950 on a median home size of 1,842 square feet. One of the four active listings is priced above $1 million. Over the last 12 months, 14 homes sold at a median of $970,000.
How is the market in Tropical Shores?+
It's a small, tight market — only four homes are active right now, and 14 sold over the past year. Homes take a median of 61.5 days to sell, and sellers collect about 95% of their asking price on average. Limited inventory means well-priced listings draw serious attention, similar to what you see in Shore Acres.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no significant HOA presence reported in Tropical Shores, so ongoing dues aren't a typical factor here. Property taxes run higher given the home values, with a median of about $11,114 per year. Budget for that annual figure when comparing carrying costs against other St Petersburg neighborhoods like Disston Heights.
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