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A restored midcentury modern 'Bird Cage' home is now for sale in St. Petersburg
There's a been a few exceptionally well-done midcentury modern restorations hitting the market as of late, and now another one is up for grabs in Pinellas County. In the early-1950s, the late architect Glenn Q. Johnson designed his Vision-Aire homes, also known as "Bird Cage" houses, specifically for Florida's hot, humid climate. Today, only a handful are left, and one that has been completely restored is on the market in the Bayou Shores neighborhood.
Massive 1,000-unit apartment project proposed for west St. Pete seeks $14.8 million from city and county
After years of retooling plans for a 29-acre vacant industrial property in west St. Petersburg, a new proposal has been filed to redevelop it into a massive 1,000-unit apartment community. Landowner Porter Development, headed by Les Porter, and joint venture partners Falcone Group and Metro Development Group, have submitted funding...
Beautiful Pass-A-Grill Beach Home
Exceptional design, construction, and quality finishes are the hallmarks of this stunning Mediterranean-inspired residence in the coveted community of Pass-a-Grille. This home is steps away from an uncrowded stretch of beautiful Pass-A-Grille Beach, which offers expansive water views of Little McPherson Bayou and the Intracoastal. Gulf access by boat is minutes away via the Pass-A-Grille inlet. The Don Cesar resort, historic 8th Avenue, St. Petersburg Yacht Club, restaurants, and shopping are a few blocks away.
Tampa Bay area’s housing forecast: More growth with a chance of gentrification
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — By the end of the decade, Florida could need more than half a million additional homes to keep up with our population growth. That estimate from the Florida Apartment Association is just one of the startling numbers 10 Investigates uncovered in our research into the future of home ownership and renting in the Tampa Bay area.
‘Azalea Gateway’ Could Replace Former Raytheon Technologies Site at 1501 72nd Street North, St. Petersburg, FL
A 29-acre property could be transformed into a massive mixed-income apartment complex. St. Pete Rising reports that the multi-phase Azalea Gateway would have 1,000 units, 300 of which would be affordable housing. Sources say this makes it one of the “largest public-private housing projects in the history of St. Petersburg.”
Experts weigh in on tips and tricks to consider when buying a new home
TAMPA, Fla. — The housing market in Florida can be crazy, and there is a lot to navigate. So, we consulted top experts in their fields. Anyone who has purchased a home knows you need a great loan officer, realtor, and insurance agent to get to the closing table.
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