Blog entries tagged with "st petersburg":


st petersburg: St. Petersburg School Employees - Introducing FREE Home Loan Downpayment Assistance - 05/07/08 02:42 PM
A+ teacher housing loan Introducing the A+
Down Payment Assistance Program

The City of St. Petersburg says the A+ Teacher Housing Loan was, "founded on the premise that a great city requires great schools and great schools require great teachers." If you ask me, I believe it's a great … (0 comments)

st petersburg: St Petersburg Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 04/26/08 07:48 PM
 
St Petersburg Bank Owned Properties
There is a lot of interest in buying bank owned properties these days. A lot of information, some good and some bad, is floating around about the subject.   Often the information offered is for sale, with the promise that you can make a lot of money with little … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Driftwood Homes In Old South St Petersburg - Part II - 04/26/08 07:44 PM
Considering that I lived in the area for a while, I feel right at home when I walk these streets!!! I always tell myself that one of these days I will buy one of these funky homes, decorate with chimes and candles and scarves and wall hangings and fountains and turn … (4 comments)

st petersburg: Driftwood Homes In St Petersburg - Part I - 04/26/08 07:17 PM
Driftwood homes in St Petersburg are really unique. They make you wonder who is hiding behind the walls.....privacy is obviously important to these people. These homes directly on Tampa Bay make you think that you have stepped into another dimension and time. You have left modern day St Petersburg and been … (1 comments)

st petersburg: Driftwood- Old South St Petersburg - 04/26/08 06:05 PM
Driftwood is part of OLD SOUTH ST PETERSBURG. It is unique, charming, funky and located directly on Tampa Bay. The streets in this community have large old oaks forming an umbrella over them. It is a wonderful area to take a walk at anytime of the day or early evening. I … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Welcome to My blog!! - 04/23/08 10:58 AM
Welcome to my Blog! After three long months of being away from Real Estate, I have made my return. With the market in a downward trend, I was able to take some time to address some health issues. Thankfully all is well now, and I am back in the flow of … (5 comments)

st petersburg: Coquina Key St Pete Condo For Sale - 04/17/08 08:45 PM
 Gated lakefront condo in bayfront complex. Low maintenance fees, onsite rental office for rental income. Amenities include gated entry, community pool and dock, fitness center, tennis court, and security. Close to beaches, downtown, and Skyway bridge.
Call PropCo Real Estate 727-585-0800.
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st petersburg: Protecting Your Real Estate Investments - 04/07/08 11:09 AM
In spite of increasing petroleum prices and the reality that most people say the economy isn’t so sturdy, real estate in turn, is lucrative as ever. It may appear like everybody is being hooked up in the real estate business, and for most people capitalizing in real estate is a profitable … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Camping in Myakka - 04/05/08 08:50 PM
Tonight is Rob's night out with the Boy Scouts. He and my grandson are camping in Myakka River State Park - and it's raining! Many of the students and parents from Shorecrest Preparatory School are camping out along the river.I asked Rob why they weren't going to Ft. DeSoto Park here … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Dali Museum - St Petersburg - 04/04/08 02:18 PM
Today we went to the Dali Museum in downtown St Petersburg. The Dali Muesum is always an experience and it was the perfect day for such an adventure.
The museum is located right on Tampa Bay, near the marina. It is a great location for photographers!
We spend a couple of hours inside, … (7 comments)

st petersburg: Grand Prix of St Petersburg things to do and map - 03/31/08 01:36 PM
  
 
 
 
Twists and turns for fans
The downtown streets are closing. The tractor trailers are rolling in. And driver Danica Patrick is planning a Tampa Bay area pit stop. It’s race week again in St. Petersburg. As race officials finish preparing the 1.8-mile, 14-turn street course, here are some tips to … (0 comments)

st petersburg: PRECAST CONCRETE HOMES - THE NEW WAVE IN FLORIDA HOME CONSTRUCTION - 03/18/08 05:10 PM
Note that The Villas of Date Palm have been taken off the market and will probably be rentals. But, you can still read about the construction of them.
I'd like to shed some light on precast concrete construction. This is also called Tilt-Up construction. In this method, buildings are constructed from cement panels that are … (4 comments)

st petersburg: Beautiful Downtown St Petersburg Part IV - 03/18/08 03:16 PM
Here are the final photos I took of downtown St Petersburg. I love the way the streets are lined with trees and shrubs! It is such a warm, inviting city.Naturally, I could not pass by all of the wonderful colors and not stop to take photographs!March in Florida is indeed a … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Beautiful Downtown St Petersburg - Part III - 03/18/08 02:55 PM
In our on-going efforts to showcase this lovely city on the bay, here are some more photos I took just a couple of days ago while I was in downtown St Petersburg for a meeting.Looking for something to do at night? Check out downtown St Petersburg! You won't be disappointed!This is … (1 comments)

st petersburg: Beautiful Downtown St Petersburg - Part II - 03/18/08 02:43 PM
Here are some of the wonderful shops that have sprung up in downtown St Petersburg over the last few years!From the finest bakeries and restaurants to superior shops, St Petersburg has so much to offer!If you are like to many people that grew up in the area and remember when Maas … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Beautiful Downtown St Petersburg - Part I - 03/18/08 02:35 PM
Beautiful downtown St Petersburg! It is such a lovely town! These photos were taken down at the bay front, where we parked the car. St Petersburg has transformed over the last 50 years from a sleepy retirement town to an active center for the arts! It also offers fantastic shopping opportunities!This … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor - Home Sweet Home - 03/06/08 03:00 PM
Indeed, Safety Harbor is Home Sweet Home to both of us!!! We have both travelled around the globe and lived in other locations, but we are also both Florida natives. When all is said and done, this is our favorite place to live! Safety Harbor is convenient to Tampa, St Petersburg … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor's Showcase of Homes - 03/02/08 07:50 PM
Safety Harbor's showcase of homes:
This lovely community situated right on Tampa Bay is central to Tampa, Clearwater and St Petersburg!
With so many beautiful homes to choose from, right now is the time to look for that home you have been thinking about purchasing! The prices are fantastic!
If you are considering … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor's Waterfront Homes - 03/02/08 07:26 PM
Safety Harbor's waterfront homes have so much to offer! The prices are fantastic and the selection right now couldn't be better!!!
Convenient to Tampa, Clearwater and St Petersburg, this community is primarily residential. Safety Harbor has many options when it comes to waterfront: there is Tampa Bay AND several lakefront communities to … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor Home - Once Again On Alligator Lake ! - 03/02/08 07:15 PM
Safety Harbor home - once again on Alligator Lake! Yes, you read it right! This beautiful home was originally built in the mid-60's. The owners have taken wonderful care of this waterfront home!
This 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage home is a couple of minutes walk from Tampa Bay! Convenient to … (1 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor - More Alligator Lake Homes - 03/02/08 10:21 AM
Safety Harbor - more Alligator Lake homes for sale! These homes are updated and located in a quiet community that is convenient to Tampa, Clearwater and St Petersburg!
Ranging in price from the mid $350's to well over $1 Million, Alligator Lake is a great place to live!
If you are considering buying or … (0 comments)

st petersburg: THE VIRTUES OF A HOME WARRANTY / WHAT IT COSTS - 03/01/08 10:02 PM
I recently sat down with a representative from American Home Shield  home warranty company and was truly amazed at the value that it brings to both seller and buyer. Let me first start by showing what a warranty covers so that you will have that knowledge while you continue reading. This is … (3 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor Information and Demographics - 03/01/08 05:06 PM
Safety Harbor Information and Demographics:
Median Age in Safety Harbor is 39.5 years
Population is just under 20,000
Median Income approximately $39,000.
Safety Harbor is primarily a residential community with residents commuting to Tampa, Clearwater and St Petersburg.
Located on Tampa Bay, this quiet community is a wonderful place to call home!
Safety Harbor has a fantastic combination … (4 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor Is Rich In History - 03/01/08 01:09 PM
Safety Harbor is rich in history! This wonderful community of approximately 20,000 that is minutes to Tampa and the Gulf Beaches was originally settled by the Timucuan Tribe long before the Spanish came to our shores! In 1528 Navarez landed in what is today Safety Harbor, sailing up the mouth of … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Vinoy Park's Crawfish Festival - 02/28/08 08:06 PM
Vinoy Park's Crawfish Festival is coming again! The 8th annual Crawfish Festival will take place from March 7th through March 9th in Vinoy Park in downtown St Petersburg!The festival will kick off at 4:30 pm on Friday, March 7th with live music, plenty of excellent food along with arts and crafts! … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor Sure Has It's Funky Neighborhoods - 02/22/08 03:21 PM
Safety Harbor sure has it's funky neighborhoods - and that can be an understatement! Where else are you going to find artist's homes like this in a unique neighborhood that gives you the feel that you are in a small town?The streets in the downtown section are all brick and even … (6 comments)

st petersburg: Safety Harbor - More of Those Adorable Older Homes - 02/20/08 08:41 PM
Safety Harbor - More of those adorable older homes that have been converted into everything from the local place to get the perfect hair cut:Or for that matter, the perfect new color to make you shine!to funky little places to grab a bite to eat while you are trying to decide … (5 comments)

st petersburg: 1890 63rd Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712 - 02/02/08 11:57 PM
NEW PRICE...$189,000!!
Walk to Lake Vista Park from this well maintained home with fenced back yard.

                   3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom                 1,615 Square Feet                      $189,000
Well maintained house has been freshly painted and has new 18' tile, laminate wood floors and carpet in bedrooms. Doors have been replaced and other … (5 comments)

st petersburg: Emerson Ave. unbelievable price - Foreclosure / Short Sale - 01/31/08 03:29 PM
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st petersburg: Doll House - Foreclosure - Short Sale in Seminole - Move in Ready - 01/31/08 03:14 PM
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st petersburg: Desirable Maximo Moorings - Short Sale - 3/2/2 Pool! - 01/31/08 03:11 PM
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st petersburg: St Petersburg - 4 bedroom - MUST SELL! - 01/31/08 03:08 PM
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st petersburg: Sacred Tibet Art Exhibit - 01/31/08 10:56 AM
Sacred Tibet Art Exhibit will be taking place in St Petersburg through Sunday, February 24th. "Sacred India, Sacred Tibet" is the formal name of the exhibit and it is at the Museum of Fine Arts on Beach Drive in downtown St Petersburg.The exhibits paintings and sculptures are inspired by both Buddhism … (3 comments)

st petersburg: Homes for sale in the Clearwater area, Florida - 01/30/08 02:30 PM
2Bedroom, 2 bath, 1 car garage. Over 1650 square feet on the water: $345,000.Villa by the water with direct access to the gulf of Mexico. Take your boat directly from your own dock, your boat lift can handle 10,000lb, enjoy the deep water and the sunset. If you would rather stay … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Invalid Contracts Written On New Construction...What's a Buyer To Do? - 01/24/08 08:45 PM
It seems that after Opus South Corporation cleared a hurdle on their Water's Edge development and thought all was well, another hurdle has reared its ugly head. This time is has to do with the sales contracts that were written on the 153 unit complex in downtown Clearwater, Florida.
It is unthinkable … (17 comments)

st petersburg: Light Rail System To Connect Pinellas and Hillsborough? - 01/23/08 01:45 PM
Could it be? Is it possible? That our two counties, Pinellas and Hillsborough may eventually be connected by a light rail system? Connecting St Petersburg/Clearwater to Tampa would only make sense - right? Local bus officials are discussing putting the idea to voters in 2010 - WHY WAIT SO LONG?????????????
The discussions … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Invasive Air Potato In Pinellas - 01/23/08 12:20 PM
Who has ever heard of the Air Potato Plant? I know that I had not prior to this morning! It seems that the Air Potato is one more invasive plant that we have to deal with here in Pinellas County! From Tarpon Springs and Safety Harbor all the way down to St … (3 comments)

st petersburg: St Petersburg and Honolulu are connected by softball - 01/03/08 10:29 PM
On December 21, 2007, there was a softball game at Hans L'Orange Field in Waipahu, Oahu, Hawaii. The score was 14-2. Friends were made. Nightmares were put to rest. This historic softball game was between the Kids & Kubs team from St. Petersburg, Florida and the Over The Rainbows team from … (11 comments)

st petersburg: St Pete Vinoy Is Sold - 12/21/07 11:10 AM
It is amazing how our large landmarks get sold time and again. At least it is an American company that has made this purchase! The St Petersburg Vinoy Resort Hotel has been sold to a real estate investment trust out of Texas! It seems that they paid $225 million for this … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Vatican Splendors Coming To St Petersburg Museum - 12/13/07 09:02 AM
This coming February St Petersburg Museum is going to be presenting Vatican Splendors! This exhibition will include the mosaic of St Paul the Apostle from 799 AD. The exhibit will include over 200 pieces of art and historical objects - many of which have never before left the Vatican!!!The tiara of … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Chinese Holiday Wonders at the Mahaffey Theater - 12/09/07 12:40 PM
St Petersburg's Mahaffey Theater will be presenting the Chinese Holiday Wonders on December 29th and 30th this year! This colorful presentation by the New Tang Dynasty's troupe will begin with the story of 'creation' according to Chinese legend.
The performance will have over 150 dancers, singers and musicians celebrating the Year of … (0 comments)

st petersburg: St Petersburg Open Air Market - 12/05/07 05:34 PM
It is that time of year again - time for Christmas shopping! What better place than downtown St Petersburg's open air market which takes place every weekend??? At this time of year you will find more local artists there than usual. Rather than going to the department stores and getting those … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Pinellas County's Holiday Boat Parades - 12/05/07 05:21 PM
This weekend there will be so much going on right here in Pinellas County!Saturday at 5:45 pm the St Pete Beach Holiday Boat Parade takes place! The parade will go along the intercoastal waterway, heading north through Boca Ciega Bay to the St Pete Beach Yacht Club.On the same day, starting … (2 comments)

st petersburg: 926 Union Street South, Saint Petersburg, Florida 33712 - 12/04/07 07:51 PM
 $89,900       1,104 sq ft       3 Bed, 2 BathInvestment Opportunity Here! This is a Block home with a lot of great updates already done, just needs a few more touches. There is a 2 bedroom one bath upstairs and a one bedroom one bath downstairs. There are 2 kitchens and would be perfect … (3 comments)

st petersburg: What Nutcracker Do You Prefer??? - 11/29/07 08:55 PM
There are so many performances of The Nutcracker to choose from! One of my favorites is THE CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER which is performed by the Life Force Cultural Arts Academy. This group will be performing at the Mahaffey Theater in St Petersburg on December 8th! Call 727-892-5767 for tickets!
Then there is … (5 comments)

st petersburg: 6105 Bahia Del Mar Cir S #782, St. Petersburg, FL 33715 - 11/18/07 11:54 AM
Club Bahia Condo in the Bahia Vista section of Isla Del Sol.

             4 Bedroom, 3 Bath                                2,560 Sq. Ft.                                              $839,000
You will not be able to locate a unit on one floor with this amount of space, view, and price anywhere on the Bayway Islands. This condo has a huge living … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Wanna Be A Pirate??? - 11/16/07 03:13 PM
Who didn't want to be a pirate at one time or another? Fun at sea, or in this case, on land can be found in St. Petersburg this weekend at the 5th annual Pirate Festival in Vinoy Park! The fun starts today and will continue the entire weekend, through the 18th … (4 comments)

st petersburg: Ovation Condos St Petersburg keeps interest high - 11/10/07 10:12 PM
With completion of Ovation in downtown St Petersburg some 18 months away, it's important to keep the interest of those who have already purchased. JMC, the developer of Ovation, arranged a tour on Thursday for new owners and friends of Ovation to go to Orlando to see the distribution center for … (0 comments)

st petersburg: 218 80th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 - 11/10/07 09:29 PM
Rio Vista Neighborhood is a convenient location within St. Petersburg         3 Bedroom, 2 Bath                                        1,248 Sq. Ft.                                               $197,700Great concrete block home sits on large privacy fenced lot with Oak trees. Open floor plan/home has been updated thru-out. Roof '05, water softener '06, carpet '07, custom interior painted '06, newer windows & treatments, … (9 comments)

st petersburg: 6323 Bahama Shores Dr S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705 - 11/10/07 09:15 PM
Great Pool Home in the Bahama Shores/Bahama Beach Neighborhood of St. Petersburg            3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom              2 Car Garage               1,708 Sq. Ft.                      $395,000Magnificent area, across street from million dollar waterfront homes. Large swimming pool with birdcage screen enclosure & patio area. Large lot is 105 x … (1 comments)

st petersburg: 1400 Gandy Blvd #1510, St. Petersburg, FL 33702 - 11/10/07 09:03 PM
Remodeled Windjammer Condo in St. Petersburg                    1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom                        615 Sq. Ft.                               $89,900COMPLETELY & NEWLY REFURBISHED. JUST BEAUTIFUL WITH CUSTOM CABINETS, GRANITE, NEW APPLIANCES, INCLUDING WASHER & DRYER, ALL NEW BATHROOM W/BLUE PEARL GRANITE & JACUZZI SPA TUB, ALL NEW 18' PORCELIN TILE FLOORING THROUGHOUT, NEW DESIGNER CEILING … (1 comments)

st petersburg: Open House Sunday November 11, 2007 in St. Petersburg, FL - 11/10/07 08:26 PM
Both of these properties are offered by Cris Burlew, Broker, Beach & Luxury Realty, Inc. 727-641-9015.627 Vallance Way NE, St. Peterburg, FL 33716           Open 12 Noon - 3 PM 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath             1,343 Sq. Ft.                   $224,000Great townhome in convenient location to downtown St. Pete and Tampa (via Gandy Blvd). Property recently acquired … (3 comments)

st petersburg: 6000 5th Ave N St. Petersburg, FL 33710 - 11/10/07 08:09 PM
Lake Pasadena Neighborhood on Corner Lot      3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom   1 Car Garage                  1,941 Sq. Ft.                                       $324,900Completely remodeled masonry split plan home in mint condition. Master wing is completely separate and private. Continental bath adjoins front & rear bedrooms on west side. Large gourmet kitchen, newer appliances, Granite counters, ceramic tile … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Rib Fest 2007 in Vinoy Park - 11/08/07 08:28 PM
Tomorrow, November 9th kicks off Rib Fest 2007 in Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg!!! This is one festival that you don't want to miss if you love ribs! You will be able to sample some of the best in the country!
The event, which benefits All Children's Hospital, will have something for … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Kevin Costner Up To Bat !!!! - 11/08/07 08:19 PM
OK, I don't even like baseball! Guys spit all the time and adjust things that I don't need to see getting adjusted! It is a guys game in my book! But when Kevin Costner is up to bat, I have to say something about it!!!
It seems that Kevin Costner was invited … (0 comments)

st petersburg: 5334 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710 - 11/03/07 02:45 PM
Great Starter Home with easy commute in St. Petersburg           2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath                                     952 Sq. Ft.                                               $174,900This concrete block home has been updated over the past couple of years, kitchen and laminate wood floors are just a couple of the items. Convenient location to schools, shopping, beaches and to the highway … (5 comments)

st petersburg: We Are Expanding !!! - 11/01/07 01:17 PM
Well, the time has come to start expanding! So we are expanding the area we cover - since I spend so much of my time up in Pinellas County (St Pete/Clearwater area) it just makes sense to sell homes up there too! While I have been doing a little of that … (6 comments)

st petersburg: Dali Museum in St Petersburg, florida - 10/29/07 08:53 PM
You don't have to travel all the way to Figueres, Spain, to see the works of Salvador Dali - you have to go no further than downtown St Petersburg, florida! The Dali Museum was opened in 1971 by A. Reynolds Morse and his wife Eleanor and is home to 95 of … (2 comments)

st petersburg: I take all types of Tampa Bay, Clearwater and St. Petersburg referrals - 30% - 10/25/07 10:25 PM
Just to let everyone know, I am taking all types of referrals from Active Rain members. I specialize in Clearwater Beach/Palm Harbor real estate, but I cover the entire Tampa Bay area including St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Dunedin and Tampa just to name a few. I'm a full time Realtor with Charles Ruternberg … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Florida's Famous Sunshine Skyway Bridge - 10/23/07 03:21 PM
For all of you who do not live in our wonderful state, this is the Sunshine Skyway Bridge that connects St Petersburg, Florida (Pinellas County) with Bradenton (Manatee County). It is a wonderful ride that makes me smile each time I take it! The view of the Gulf of Mexico on … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Saint Petersburg's All Children's Hospital - Disaster Proof Construction - 10/10/07 10:39 AM
Last night I was watching the local news and they did an amazing report on Saint Petersburg's All Children's Hospital. All Children's Hospital is a non-profit hospital located in southern Pinellas County. It has been around for a long time and has an excellent reputation. Like so many hospitals, it is … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Luxury Condos in Pinellas County, Florida Market Update October 6, 2007 - 10/06/07 06:15 PM
There are lots of $1,000,000+ condos in Pinellas County, Florida, and there is a wonderful selection for buyers. We have 424 condo properties available in the MLS that are over $1,000,000 (and more that the developers haven't put in the MLS). 6 sold in the month of September which gives a … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Raise a Sail--Leukemia Cup Regatta Hits St. Petersburg, Florida - 10/02/07 07:59 AM
Fourteen years ago, in 1993, the Eastport Yacht Club in Annapolis Maryland raised over $30,000 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society by hosting a Regatta of 40 boats, all vying for the title of The Leukemia Cup.Since then, this event has spread across the country, and in 2006 over $3.3 million dollars … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Signature Place St Petersburg Florida construction update 8/24/07 - 08/24/07 05:58 PM

 
Signature Place condominiums moves forward every week. It's one thing to hear that a building has 34 floors, and it's another when you see it in relation to the buildings around it. Construction is now up to Floor 15 - not yet half way. The sail shape of the building is … (0 comments)

st petersburg: St. Petersburg Museum of History - 08/22/07 12:26 PM
If you live in or near St. Petersburg, Florida or are visiting the area, do not overlook a visit to the St. Petersburg Museum of History! It is a wonderful place to visit while you are in the area of the Pier in downtown St Petersburg. There is so much of the … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Signature Place St Petersburg Florida construction update - 08/11/07 04:27 PM
   Signature Place condominiums in downtown St. Petersburg Florida are well underway with their construction. From this angle you see the long face of the building, which will be covered with glass. All of these units have a view of Tampa Bay waterfront - and most have a ringside seat for spring … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Pinellas County, Fla. may nix schools for affordable housing projects - 08/09/07 01:53 PM
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. --- Don't look now, but Pinellas County could be looking at an affordable housing boom. That's a stretch, of course, but consider this: Pinellas Co. school enrollment is down---way down. So down that the school board told School Superintendent Dr. Clayton Wilcox, left, to pick the schools he … (1 comments)

st petersburg: In St. Petersburg, 'affordable' is the new hip phrase for housing---almost - 07/30/07 05:11 AM
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. --- Once a worldwide mecca for the aging, St. Petersburg is quickly reinventing itself as stylish market of young families and singles, as Cristina Silva reported in Sunday's St. Petersburg Times: Witness the hipsters spilling out of the Emerald Bar on a Saturday night or the young urbanites swirling … (0 comments)

st petersburg: 3276 49th Ave. N, St. Petersburg, FL | Tampa Bay | Suncoast - 07/14/07 06:36 PM
Call St. Petersburg HOME!  Welcome to quiet shaded streets and well-kept lawns, less than a half hour from downtown St. Pete, Tampa, or MacDill AFB.  This lovely home has been updated in the best of taste, ready for just the right family to move right in-nothing needs to be done! <<Click the … (6 comments)

st petersburg: 808 61st Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, Florida 33703 Edgemoor Estates - 07/12/07 05:29 PM
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st petersburg: Luxury Market Update Pinellas County Florida July 7, 2007 - 07/07/07 05:35 PM
At the end of June, Pinellas County, Florida has 583 homes over $1,000,000 listed in the Multiple Listing System and 422 condos over $1,000,000 according to statistics just released by the Pinellas Realtor Organization. The absorption rate for single family homes is 2.7% and for condos is 0.9%. Sales of single … (5 comments)

st petersburg: Mortgages With Little Or No Down Payment - Fannie Mae Flexible 97 and 100 - 07/02/07 02:14 PM
 
  
Flexible 97 & 100                                            Here in St Petersburg, when our home prices rise above $150,000 the Zero down mortgage options start to decrease.  The reason is that many St Petersburg mortgage programs have income caps (approximately $54,000) or geographic limitations .  Now you can offer borrowers more options for low … (9 comments)

st petersburg: VA loan eligibility - 07/01/07 04:18 PM
Save money with a VA home loan! VA loans usually have lower interest rates than conventional loans, and they do not require mortgage insurance. In addition to saving money, there may be no down payment required for a VA loan. At Gulf & Southern Mortgage, we aim to provide you with … (0 comments)

st petersburg: VA loan benefits - 07/01/07 04:16 PM
Benefits of Veteran Home LoansLoans up to $417,000 No down payment required when purchasing a home. A VA mortgage loan is guaranteed with no money down for any loan up to $417,000. Lower rates for bad credit. If you have bad credit, you would likely get a much lower rate with … (1 comments)

st petersburg: All things Boat and Beautiful - Part I. (Dock & Dine) - 07/01/07 12:41 PM
By popular demand, a continuation of the Best and Boaty here on our enviable Suncoast:
Dock & Dine: Boat-Accessible Restaurants All Around Tampa Bay
Capt Jack's Sunset Grill:  21 Oscar Hill Rd. Tarpon Springs (727) 944-3346 On the river at the Sponge DocksCircles Restaurant/Lands End Marina & Resort: 1212 Apollo Beach Blvd., Apollo … (7 comments)

st petersburg: Independence Day in Pinellas County - Tampa Bay Fireworks! - 06/30/07 09:49 AM
Pinellas celebrates nation's freedom PINELLAS COUNTY - Here are some ideas for where to go for fireworks and music as Pinellas celebrates Independence Day on Wednesday, July 4, provided in part by: TBN  .  Have a fun and safe holiday!
Clearwater Celebrates AmericaCLEARWATER - The 17th Annual Clearwater Celebrates America is July 3 … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Local Guide to Clearwater and St Petersburg : From Your Tampa Bay Area Mortgage and Real Estate Professional - 06/28/07 07:43 PM
If you are looking for a mortgage or a home to buy, we can assist you by giving you all the information you need about the local area of St Petersburg, Clearwater, Seminole, Palm Harbor or anywhere in the Tampa Bay area.  We can refer you to some of the top … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Get ready for the St Petersburg, FL fireworks - 06/25/07 01:13 AM
Jul. 4 • Fourth of July @ the Pier.
The Pier, 800 2nd Ave. N.E. Noon to 9 p.m. Fantastic family event featuring face painting, Fritzy Brothers One Man Circus Entertainers, music by the Cool Daddies and Rhythm Method plus interactive music video The Dance Heads. Free, nominal charges for some … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Be The Change ~ Volunteer - 06/21/07 08:41 AM
Be The Change
by Teresa Hall -- June 20, 2007
At 5:00 a.m. on Saturday June 16th the alarm went off.  Stumbling out of bed completely disoriented, it was nearly comical how different it is when it is the alarm clock style 5:00 a.m. instead of the night of music … (0 comments)

st petersburg: It's going to be a Green weekend in St. Petersburg, Florida. - 06/13/07 12:26 PM
This weekend provides an opportunity to increase awareness and knowledge about living a more sustainable Green lifestyle.  The Pinellas Living Green Expo will be held in downtown St. Petersburg on Saturday June 16th (9-5) & Sunday June 17th (10-4).  The FREE event will be held at the Coliseum, located at 535 … (3 comments)

st petersburg: Purses and Passion - St Petersburg, Florida - 06/09/07 06:15 PM
Saturday, June 9, 2007 is the Opening Exhibit of Purses and Passion at The Studio@ 620. a unique fundraiser for the YWCA. The exhibition of 100 photos of women and their purses has some stunning color photos.Equally exciting is the process - professional photographers teamed with YWCA girls and taught them … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Help Restore Clam Bayou ~ Help your community Saturday June 16th - 06/04/07 01:16 PM
Help restore Clam Bayou Join the Green Armada, the cities of St. Petersburg and Gulfport, corporate sponsors, and an expected 500 volunteers as they clean up Clam Bayou. The event will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 16, 2007. Thousands of pieces of trash that … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Grill-off Competition and Pet Pals Rescue in St Petersburg, June 9th - 06/04/07 08:20 AM
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st petersburg: The Cloisters condominiums St Petersburg Florida Market Update May 2007 - 06/02/07 04:02 PM
The Cloisters condominiums, downtown St Petersburg, FloridaMarket Update for May 2007   The Cloisters was the first of the "new" condos along Beach Drive in downtown St. Petersburg, and was completed in 2000. There are 3 units per floor, with a common lobby foyer. These are beneath the Penthouse level. On the ground floor … (4 comments)

st petersburg: Tampa Bay Home Expo - May 11, 12, 13, 2007 - 05/06/07 12:49 PM
 The Tampa Bay Home Expo is coming to Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Florida!   The dates of the show are May 11th, 12th and 13th. Hundreds of exhibitors will be there to show you the latest trends in -landscapingremodelingkitchen designfurnituredecoratingwindow fashionflooring...and lots more!                                   Admission is only $3.00 and kids get … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Florida Property Insurance - Legislature votes on Citizens Property Insurance - 05/05/07 09:57 PM
The citizens of Florida had high expectations for the state legislature concerning both property insurance and property taxes. The voters wanted relief. The voters, when questioning candidates last fall, ignored the campaign objectives and asked specific questions, What are you going to do about property insurance costs in Florida? What are … (2 comments)

st petersburg: Superior Cleaning Service with an eye on your bottom line! - 05/01/07 05:50 AM
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st petersburg: Creative Code Compliance - downtown St Petersburg - 04/28/07 02:39 PM
 This may be effective marketing, but how, you wonder, is this Creative Code Compliance? Well, St Petersburg city officials are quick to enforce sign regulations, especially in downtown St Pete.This hot dog vendor, one of many offering quick, inexpensive lunches people can take to the parks to eat (this one located … (5 comments)

st petersburg: Veillard House - St Petersburg, Florida - 04/28/07 02:13 PM

The Veillard House in downtown St Petersburg, Florida, has had an interesting history. It was built in 1901 and designed by Henry DuPont for Ralph and Minnie Veillard. Veillard had a farm supply business/general storeand was in local politics. Originally from Laval, France, he came to St Pete via Canada, Baltimore and … (16 comments)

st petersburg: Market Update - 04/27/07 01:51 PM
According to recent figures posted by the Pinellas County Realtor's Association, home sales jumped in February for both single-family homes and condos.  Prices still seem to be dropping, however, and there are still more sellers than buyers.  Most home sales were in the $200,000 to $250,000 price range while the median price … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Ovation Construction Progress - downtown St Petersburg Florida highrise condo - 04/22/07 07:20 PM

 
Ovation Condominiums - St Petersburg, Florida
This looks something like a monument, doesn't it? It's one of 195 foundation supports for the new luxury condominium, Ovation, being developed by JMC Communities and The Sembler Company. Caissons - which can be from 40 ft to 100 ft tall, and 2 feet to 4 … (0 comments)

st petersburg: St Petersburg Florida Ghost Tour - 04/22/07 09:17 AM
The Detroit Hotel - significant in the history of St Petersburg because the story goes that two men flipped a coin over the naming of the city - the one from St. Petersburg, Russia won, and the one from Detroit, Michigan, was only able to name the hotel. The hotel was … (5 comments)

st petersburg: It's busy weekend inand around St Pete Florida - 04/21/07 02:41 PM
First - we have a balmy weekend - sunny days in the 80s and cool evenings in the 60s. The main event - with awareness of the pun - is the Mainsail Arts Festival at the Vinoy Park in downtown St. Pete. Set in a broad park along the waterfront, there … (5 comments)

st petersburg: Grand Opening of 1010 Central, St Petersburg, Florida - 04/11/07 07:41 PM
1010 Central, a 114 unit condominium building which includes some work-live units, is holding its Grand Opening on April 12th from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. This 4 story structure built by Miles Development Partners takes up nearly an entire city block. The pool is centrally located, offering privacy. A model residence … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Happy Easter, Maureen - 04/08/07 03:51 PM
 Happy Easter, Maureen and Dmitry, I've been on your site, and enjoyed the beautiful colors of all your Easter eggs. Noting that you were missing a Faberge egg, I wanted to send you one. So, I spent about 20 minutes searching for a non-copyrighted photo on the web, all in vain. Then … (8 comments)

st petersburg: Snell Arcade in St. Petersburg, Florida - 04/06/07 04:17 PM
A photo of the whole building wouldn't give you the details that this shot of the top does. This is another Mediterranean Revival style building, from either 1926 or 1928. It also has Gothic touches, and even some fantasy.The Snell Arcade takes its name from Perry Snell, a legendendary developer who … (5 comments)

st petersburg: About Florida - Brochure - 04/02/07 10:06 AM
 
Click here for Florida Web Brochure 
Florida is a peninsula located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.  It extends to the northwest into a panhandle, and extending along the northern Gulf of Mexico.  It is bordered on the north by the states of Alabama and Georgia, and on the west, at … (8 comments)

st petersburg: The Pier - St. Petersburg, Florida - 03/31/07 07:04 PM
    The Pier - St. Petersburg, Florida
The Pier isn't my favorite building in St. Pete, but nonetheless it is a landmark. It has shops and restaurants and activites. Best of all, it has a wonderful view back to downtown St. Petersburg. You can reach it by car (valet parking, and if … (4 comments)

st petersburg: Grand Prix Weekend in St. Petersburg Florida - 03/31/07 05:23 PM
        Grand Prix weekend St Petersburg Florida This is Grand Prix weekend in downtown St Petersburg. Yes, it's Indy Cars right along the waterfront. Downtown streets are closed off for several blocks from the St Petersburg Yacht Club south to the Albert Whitted Airport. Lucky people can watch from their balconies, or … (0 comments)

st petersburg: Open Air Post Office St Petersburg Florida - 03/30/07 03:08 PM
Open Air Post Office - St Petersburg, Florida Downtown St Petersburg Florida has many Mediterranean Revival buildings, including this Open Air Post Office, which has been in operation since 1916. It's located at the corner of 4th St N and 1st Ave N right across from Williams Park. In the early 1900s … (9 comments)



 
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