Three Palms Point

It's a strong fit if you want a water-forward life on St Pete Beach — six of the 11 active listings are waterfront and six have pools. You're minutes from the Gulf and close to quieter stretches like Pass-a-grille Beach, with assigned schools including Azalea Elementary, Azalea Middle, and Boca Ciega High.

Yes, it sits at the upper end of the barrier island market, with a median list price of $849,000 and five of the current listings asking above $1M. At roughly $521 per square foot, it's priced for buyers seeking waterfront and pool homes rather than entry-level properties.

Active listings run from $205,000 to $1,699,000, with a median around $849,000 and a typical home near 1,953 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 26 homes sold at a median price of $397,250, reflecting a mix of condos and larger waterfront houses.

It's a smaller, steady market with 11 active listings and a median 66 days on market, which gives buyers some negotiating room. Sellers have been getting about 95% of their asking price, so well-priced offers are landing close to list. It's worth comparing against nearby Blind Pass to understand your options.

The median HOA here runs about $856 per month, which is common for waterfront and gated communities with shared amenities and maintenance. Median property taxes come in around $7,104 per year, so factor both into your monthly budget alongside the purchase price.