Neighborhood · St Petersburg, Florida
Rio Vista
Northeast St. Pete living without the price tag
5
Homes for sale
$425,000
Median list price
$323
Avg price / sqft
53
Median days on market
Rio Vista sits in northeast St. Petersburg, a pocket of single-story homes on quiet streets that feel a world away from the traffic yet keep you close to the water and the city's core. It's the kind of neighborhood where homes are right-sized rather than oversized, and where you're minutes from the bay and neighboring communities like Shore Acres and Greater Pinellas Point. Families here land in the Meadowlawn Middle and Northeast High school zones, with Lynch Elementary rounding out the assignments.
For buyers, the market reads as approachable by St. Pete standards. There are just 5 active listings with a median list price of $425,000, and homes have been trading around $317 a square foot on a median size of about 1,306 square feet. If Rio Vista feels tight, it's worth widening the search across St Petersburg homes for sale or nearby Disston Heights to see the full picture.
Rio Vista is a community in St Petersburg, Florida.
Quick facts
$339,900 – $615K price range
1,306 sqft median home
39 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Rio Vista
$615,000
120 81ST AVENUE NE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,872 sqft
$399,900
8120 7TH STREET N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,306 sqft
$425,000
116 85th Ave, St Petersburg FL 33702, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,281 sqft
$339,900$349,900
125 80TH AVENUE N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,008 sqft
$549,500$575,000
8221 RIVERSIDE DR NE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,776 sqft
Every active listing inside the Rio Vista boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Rio Vista market
39
Sold, last 12 months
$270,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
26 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
▼ 58.7% 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
≈ $2,780/mo
$425,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
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. Pete neighborhood with modestly sized single-family homes and easy access to the bay. Kids are assigned to Lynch Elementary, Meadowlawn Middle, and Northeast High School, and you're close to communities like Shore Acres if you want more options nearby.
Is Rio Vista expensive?+
By St. Pete standards it's approachable, with a median list price of $425,000 and homes averaging about $317 per square foot. Sold prices over the past year have run lower, with a median around $270,000, so the entry point depends heavily on condition and size.
What do homes cost in Rio Vista?+
Current active listings range from $339,900 to $575,000, with a median list price of $425,000 on homes around 1,306 square feet. Over the last 12 months, 39 homes sold at a median price of $270,000.
How is the Rio Vista market right now?+
Inventory is thin with just 5 active listings, and homes are taking a median of 53 days to sell. Sellers are getting about 95% of their asking price on average, which points to a market where well-priced homes still move but buyers have room to negotiate.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no HOA on record for Rio Vista, so you're not carrying monthly association dues. The median annual property tax runs about $2,096, keeping ongoing ownership costs relatively low; if you're renting instead, the median is around $2,950 a month.
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