Neighborhood · St Petersburg, Florida
Rio Vista
A St Petersburg pocket where turnover is fast
9
Homes for sale
$399,000
Median list price
$286
Avg price / sqft
31
Median days on market
Rio Vista sits in the broader fabric of northeast St Petersburg, close enough to downtown and the bay to feel connected without the downtown price tag. Homes here are mostly compact single-family houses — the median size is around 1,277 square feet — on quiet streets zoned for Lynch Elementary, Meadowlawn Middle and Northeast High. It's the kind of neighborhood buyers compare against nearby Shore Acres, Winston Park and Disston Heights when they want value within easy reach of the water.
For a buyer today, the headline is speed: with just 7 active listings and a median of only 5 days on market, well-priced homes don't sit. Sellers are capturing about 97% of asking on average, so lowball offers rarely land. If you're weighing St Petersburg homes for sale across price points, Rio Vista reads as a tight, fast-moving market where being ready to act matters more than negotiating room.
Rio Vista is a community in St Petersburg, Florida.
Quick facts
$260,000 – $585K price range
1,320 sqft median home
$2,550/mo median rent
37 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Rio Vista
$585,000
330 PATICA RD NE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,720 sqft
$399,000$425,000
301 80TH AVENUE NE, ST PETERSBURG
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,515 sqft
$365,000$375,000
8474 TOBAY ROAD N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,277 sqft
$340,000$347,000
8030 5TH STREET N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,320 sqft
$299,900$310,000
8143 OVERLOOK PLACE NE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,202 sqft
$260,000$289,900
8446 WAVERLY ROAD N, ST PETERSBURG
2 bd · 1 ba · 912 sqft
$399,000$425,000
116 85TH AVENUE N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,281 sqft
$525,000$575,000
120 81ST AVENUE NE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,872 sqft
$529,000$549,500
8221 RIVERSIDE DR NE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,776 sqft
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The numbers that matter
The Rio Vista market
37
Sold, last 12 months
$330,000
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
22 days
Median time to sell
Rio Vista vs St Petersburg
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 14.1% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Rio Vista boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Rio Vista is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Rio Vista home
≈ $2,643/mo
$399,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$2,550/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
1,130
Median age
34
Median income
$53,491
Median home value
$251,600
Beyond the listings
Living in Rio Vista
Appearance oriented
Top 2% in the U.S.Trend Trackers
This population lives as fast as the culture. They like to keep up with the latest trends, especially when it comes to apparel and accessories.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 4% 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.
Food & Drink
Top 9% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Food & Drink
Top 9% in the U.S.Hops & Brews
Thirst isn't the only reason this population looks for a good brew. From beer drinkers on a budget to the millennial craft beer enthusiast, these men and women are passionate about different kinds of beer and how it's made.
Appearance oriented
Top 10% in the U.S.Men's Style
This population is all about finding the latest in men's style - from fashion to grooming. Captures guys looking to stay on trend and significant others assisting with shopping.
Lifestyles
Top 10% in the U.S.LGBTQ Culture
This population is characterized by the expression of gay pride, gender identity, and accepting alternative lifestyles.
People who close here
Our St Petersburg experts
Straight answers
Rio Vista FAQs
Is Rio Vista a good place to live?+
It's a quiet, established northeast St Petersburg neighborhood of mostly single-family homes, zoned for Lynch Elementary, Meadowlawn Middle and Northeast High. The location puts you about 21 minutes from downtown Tampa and 22 from the airport, which appeals to commuters and travelers alike. Buyers often weigh it against nearby Shore Acres for a similar feel closer to the water.
Is Rio Vista expensive?+
Not by St Petersburg standards — the median list price is $375,000, with active homes ranging from $185,000 to $615,000. That makes it one of the more attainable entry points when you compare it to pricier waterfront pockets like Greater Pinellas Point.
What do homes cost in Rio Vista?+
Current listings have a median list price of $375,000 and average about $276 per square foot, on a typical home size of roughly 1,277 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 38 homes sold at a median price of $319,500, so sold figures are running a bit below current asking prices.
How is the Rio Vista market right now?+
It's tight and fast — only 7 active listings, with a median of just 5 days on market. Sellers are getting about 97% of asking on average, which tells you well-priced homes move quickly and buyers should come prepared to act.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no typical HOA fee reported for Rio Vista, which keeps monthly costs simpler than in many managed communities. Median property taxes run about $1,933 a year, and for renters the median is around $2,450 a month.
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