Riviera Bay St Petersburg FL Neighborhood Insights

Waterfront living in northeast St. Pete — canals, docks, and a quiet boat-friendly neighborhood Brad knows street by street.

Riviera Bay: Waterfront Living in Northeast St. Pete

Riviera Bay is one of the quiet waterfront secrets of northeast St. Petersburg. It sits off San Martin Blvd NE near the north end of the city. Canal-front homes, tree-lined streets and real neighbors give it a laid-back, boat-in-the-backyard feel. You're still a short drive from downtown St. Pete and the rest of Tampa Bay.

Homes here range from classic Florida ranches to newer and fully rebuilt waterfront homes. Waterfront homes with a dock and lift are what most buyers come here for, and they're priced to match. Today's active listings in the neighborhood run from about $1.1M to over $2M, with non-waterfront homes offering a more approachable way in.

I've been selling homes on the water in St. Pete for years, and Riviera Bay is a neighborhood I know street by street. Every canal, seawall and lot here is a little different. If you're buying or selling, those details matter, and I'll walk you through them.

Riviera Bay tips from Brad

  • Water access varies by canal. Some homes have a quicker run to open water than others. Before you fall in love with a house, have me check its route, the canal depth and any bridges between it and the bay.
  • Look closely at the seawall and dock. Their condition, age and permits can swing the value and your inspection costs.
  • Check current flood and insurance details. Elevation, flood zone and the home's renovation history all affect your premium. Get insurance quotes early, before you're under contract.
  • Lifestyle: Boating, kayaking, sunset docks and an easy drive to downtown St. Pete's restaurants and waterfront.
  • Buyers: Waterfront inventory is limited. Being pre-approved and having your insurance quotes ready helps you move fast.
  • Sellers: Show off your water access, dock and lift, and any elevation or storm upgrades. Buyers pay for them, and the right marketing puts them front and center.

Curious what Riviera Bay homes are really selling for? Get my free Riviera Bay market report or a custom home value. You can also browse the homes for sale below. No stress, with Bess.

Overview for RIVIERA BAY, FL

3,730 people live in RIVIERA BAY, where the median age is 49 and the average individual income is $64,579. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,730

Total Population

49 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$64,579

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for RIVIERA BAY, FL

RIVIERA BAY has 1,590 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in RIVIERA BAY do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,730 people call RIVIERA BAY home. The population density is 5,409 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,730

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49 years

Median Age

51 / 49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

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  • High School Degree
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1,590

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$64,579

Average individual Income

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60+ Minutes

Schools in RIVIERA BAY, FL

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The following schools are within or nearby RIVIERA BAY. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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