Neighborhood · St Petersburg, Florida
Rio Vista
A quiet St Pete pocket close to everything
5
Homes for sale
$425,000
Median list price
$321
Avg price / sqft
31
Median days on market
Rio Vista sits in the northeast reach of St Petersburg, a compact residential neighborhood where mid-century homes and a walkable, low-key pace define daily life. It's the kind of place buyers looking around St Petersburg gravitate to when they want established streets without the price tag of the marquee waterfront addresses. Neighbors like Shore Acres and Greater Pinellas Point sit within easy reach, and both downtown Tampa and Tampa International Airport are roughly 21 to 22 minutes away.
The market here is tight and moderately priced. With just 5 active listings and a median list price of $425,000, choices are limited but attainable, and the 31-day median time on market tells you well-priced homes move at a healthy clip. Buyers comparing options in nearby Disston Heights or Winston Park will find Rio Vista competitive, with sellers landing about 95% of asking over the past year.
Rio Vista is a community in St Petersburg, Florida.
Quick facts
$395,900 – $615K price range
1,306 sqft median home
40 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Rio Vista
$425,000
116 85TH AVENUE N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,281 sqft
$615,000
120 81ST AVENUE NE, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,872 sqft
$395,900$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
$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
40
Sold, last 12 months
$270,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
25 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.
Straight answers
Rio Vista FAQs
Is Rio Vista a good place to live?+
Rio Vista is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in northeast St Petersburg with easy access to Tampa, about 21 minutes to downtown. Assigned schools include Lynch Elementary, Meadowlawn Middle, and Northeast High. It suits buyers who want a settled community close to the wider St Petersburg area without a resort feel.
Is Rio Vista expensive?+
It's moderately priced for St Petersburg, with a median list price of $425,000 and active homes ranging from $395,900 to $615,000. That makes it more approachable than the city's waterfront addresses while still offering established homes close to downtown Tampa.
What do homes cost in Rio Vista?+
Active listings carry a median list price of $425,000 at an average of $321 per square foot, with a median home size of 1,306 square feet. Over the past 12 months, 40 homes sold at a median price of $270,000, so recent sales have run below current asking levels.
How is the market in Rio Vista right now?+
Inventory is tight with just 5 active listings, and homes move at a 31-day median time on market. Sellers have been getting about 95% of their asking price on average, which points to a market where fairly priced homes trade efficiently. Comparing nearby Shore Acres can help gauge value.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
Rio Vista has no reported HOA fee, which keeps monthly ownership costs simpler. The median annual property tax is about $3,969, a figure worth confirming against each specific property's assessed value.
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