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St Petersburg, FL
St Petersburg · FL 33701
Updated October 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$638K
Median Price
90/100
Walk Score
8.4/10
Schools
32 min
to Tampa, FL
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
84/100
D+Quietness
50/100
B-Commute
70/100
AWalkability
90/100
WYLT Score63/100
Our Take
St. Petersburg’s 33701 ZIP offers a great mix of walkability, quality schools and downtown conveniences, making it a solid choice for many. However, the high cost of homes relative to income and the busy, sometimes noisy urban environment mean it’s not a perfect fit for everyone.
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The Good
- ✓Very walkable downtown with plenty of transit options
- ✓High-rated public schools and many educational institutions
- ✓Close proximity to waterfronts, parks and cultural venues
- ✓Low flood risk for most properties
Real Talk
- !High home prices relative to median income
- !Busy streets and traffic can be challenging for commuters
- !Limited parking and street parking can be costly
- !Noise from nightlife and downtown activities may affect some residents
- $Higher property taxes typical of Florida coastal counties
- $Potentially higher homeowners insurance due to coastal location
- $Parking fees in downtown and waterfront areas
Best For
Families with kidsYoung professionalsRemote workersRetirees seeking an urban lifestyle
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
St Petersburg, FL
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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