Bahia Vista vs Waterside at Coquina Key South
Two Pinellas communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-09.
| Metric | Bahia Vista | Waterside at Coquina Key South |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $538K | $226K |
| Price per sq ft | $484 | $314 |
| Avg days on market | 127 days | 103 days |
| Months of supply | 2.1 mo | 12.0 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer-Leaning Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 29 | 29 |
The verdict
Bahia Vista carries the higher median price — about 138% above Waterside at Coquina Key South. Homes in Waterside at Coquina Key South sell faster (103 days on market vs 127). Bahia Vista is the tighter market on inventory (2.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
Bahia Vista and Waterside at Coquina Key South are about 6 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Pinellas County.
| Bahia Vista | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pinellas County, FL | Pinellas County, FL |
| City / area | St Petersburg | St Petersburg |
| ZIP | 33708, 33715, 33785 | 33701, 33705 |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Bahia Vista | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 5 | 29 |
| Under contract | 1 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $495K to $725K | $89K to $475K |
| Property types listed | Condominium | Condominium, Garage Condo, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Bahia Vista homes for sale · Waterside at Coquina Key South homes for sale.
Price history, year by year
| Year | Bahia Vista median | Waterside at Coquina Key South median |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $388K (6 sales) | $247K (8 sales) |
| 2021 | $490K (11 sales) | $317K (19 sales) |
| 2022 | $640K (15 sales) | $359K (69 sales) |
| 2023 | $650K (4 sales) | $300K (22 sales) |
| 2024 | $630K (11 sales) | $335K (46 sales) |
| 2025 | $520K (14 sales) | $255K (31 sales) |
| 2026 | $530K (27 sales) | $248K (29 sales) |
Since 2019, Bahia Vista's median sale price is +37% and Waterside at Coquina Key South's is +0% — Bahia Vista has appreciated faster over that stretch.
How each one trades
| Bahia Vista | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| Sale-to-original-list | 94.7% | 85.8% |
| New-construction share of sales | 0% | 0% |
| Typical sold home | 1,135 sq ft | 823 sq ft |
Last 12 months of recorded closings; sale-to-original-list is the share of the first asking price sellers actually got.
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Bahia Vista | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Gulfport Elementary-Pn | Lakewood Elementary-Pn |
| Middle | Bay Point Middle-Pn | Bay Point Middle-Pn |
| High school | Lakewood High-Pn | Lakewood High-Pn |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Waterside at Coquina Key South is the lower entry point (median $226K vs $538K). Sellers get a faster sale in Waterside at Coquina Key South (103 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Bahia Vista more expensive than Waterside at Coquina Key South?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Bahia Vista is $538,000 versus $226,000 in Waterside at Coquina Key South, about 138% higher.
How far apart are Bahia Vista and Waterside at Coquina Key South?
About 6 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Pinellas County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has appreciated more, Bahia Vista or Waterside at Coquina Key South?
From 2019 to 2026 the median sale price rose 37% in Bahia Vista and 0% in Waterside at Coquina Key South (recorded MLS closings by calendar year).
Where do sellers get closer to asking price?
Bahia Vista — sellers there received 94.7% of the original list price over the last 12 months versus 85.8% in Waterside at Coquina Key South.
What high schools serve Bahia Vista and Waterside at Coquina Key South?
Listings in Bahia Vista most often report Lakewood High-Pn; listings in Waterside at Coquina Key South report Lakewood High-Pn. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Bahia Vista homes, photos & schools · Waterside at Coquina Key South homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.