Saint Petersburg, FL
Saint Petersburg · Pinellas County · FL 33701
Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$638K
Median Price
90/100
Walk Score
8.4/10
Schools
32 min
to Tampa
Score Breakdown
Our Take
Saint Petersburg offers great walkability and solid schools, but the median home price is almost 8 times the median household income, and the area has had repeated internet outages and reports of pit‑bull attacks. If you value cheap housing and low flood risk, you’ll still face high living costs and safety concerns.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable with a score of 82
- ✓Excellent public schools (average rating 8.2)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Good transit options for commuting to Tampa
Real Talk
- !Median home price ~500k vs. median income ~65k – steep price-to-income ratio
- !Frequent internet lag spikes and multiple technician visits reported
- !Safety concerns from documented pit‑bull attacks
- !Crime data indicates moderate property crime and violent crime
- $High homeowners insurance due to hurricane risk
- $Elevated utility costs in summer
- $Potential HOA fees in many neighborhoods
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Risk Snapshot
Crime & Safety
Saint Petersburg, FL
Safety grade
5% higher than the national average
2% higher than the national average
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