Neighborhood · St Petersburg, Florida
Rio Vista
A quiet St Pete pocket close to everything
4
Homes for sale
$487,250
Median list price
$319
Avg price / sqft
38
Median days on market
Rio Vista sits in northeast St Petersburg, a low-key residential neighborhood where mid-century homes hold their own and the pace stays calm. It shares its corner of Pinellas County with well-known St Petersburg homes for sale communities like Shore Acres and Greater Pinellas Point, with the commute to downtown Tampa running about 21 minutes and Tampa International Airport roughly 22. Assigned schools include Lynch Elementary, Meadowlawn Middle, and Northeast High.
For buyers, this is a small, tight market — just four homes are active right now, with a median list price of $487,250 and a range from $399,900 to $615,000. Over the past year 39 homes sold at a median of $270,000, and sellers are collecting about 95% of asking. Nearby neighborhoods like Winston Park and Bayway Isles give you options if the right Rio Vista listing hasn't hit the market yet.
Rio Vista is a community in St Petersburg, Florida.
Quick facts
$399,900 – $615K price range
1,541 sqft median home
39 sold in 12 months
Drive times
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
$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
≈ $3,135/mo
$487,250 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 residential neighborhood in northeast St Petersburg with easy access to downtown Tampa in about 21 minutes and Tampa International Airport in roughly 22. Assigned schools are Lynch Elementary, Meadowlawn Middle, and Northeast High. It suits buyers who want a calm setting close to the city rather than nightlife at the door.
Is Rio Vista expensive?+
It sits in a moderate range for the St Pete area, with a median list price of $487,250 and active homes running from $399,900 to $615,000. The average price per square foot is about $319. Compared to waterfront enclaves like Bayway Isles, Rio Vista offers a more attainable entry point.
What do homes cost in Rio Vista?+
Right now the four active listings are priced with a median of $487,250, though homes that actually sold over the past 12 months closed at a median of $270,000 across 39 sales. The typical home is around 1,541 square feet at roughly $319 per square foot. Expect current asking prices to run higher than recent closed figures given the limited inventory.
How is the market in Rio Vista?+
It's a small, steady market — only four homes are active, and the median time on market is about 37.5 days. Sellers have been getting around 95% of their asking price, so well-priced homes move at a reasonable pace. With inventory this tight, serious buyers should be ready to act when the right listing appears.
What about HOA fees and property taxes in Rio Vista?+
There's no meaningful HOA presence reported here, so you generally won't be paying community association dues. The median annual property tax runs about $4,300. As always, confirm the exact tax figure and any special assessments on a specific property before you commit.
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