North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) 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 2026-11-12.
| Metric | North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) | Waterside at Coquina Key South |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $1.29M | $239K |
| Price per sq ft | $582 | $314 |
| Avg days on market | 86 days | 146 days |
| Months of supply | 1.5 mo | 24.0 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 40 | 12 |
The verdict
North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) carries the higher median price — about 439% above Waterside at Coquina Key South. Homes in North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) sell faster (86 days on market vs 146). North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) is the tighter market on inventory (1.5 months of supply).
Where each one is
North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) and Waterside at Coquina Key South are about 5 miles apart (straight-line, center to center) and share Pinellas County.
| North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Pinellas County, FL | Pinellas County, FL |
| City / area | St Petersburg | St Petersburg |
| ZIP | 33704 | 33701, 33705 |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | 62% of 13 homes outside a flood zone (Zone X) | not enough parcels sampled |
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
| North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 5 | 24 |
| Under contract | 1 | 4 |
| Asking prices today | $1.49M to $2.58M | $89K to $450K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Condominium, Garage Condo, Townhouse |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) homes for sale · Waterside at Coquina Key South homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 1,289 | 193 |
| Built | 1910–2024 (median 1940) | 1959–2024 (median 1979) |
| Typical living area | 1,886 sq ft | 1,709 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 74% | 68% |
| Vacant lots | 21 | 1 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) | Waterside at Coquina Key South | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | North Shore Elementary-Pn | Lakewood Elementary-Pn |
| Middle | John Hopkins Middle-Pn | Bay Point Middle-Pn |
| High school | St. Petersburg 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 $239K vs $1.29M). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Waterside at Coquina Key South; North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) (86 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 North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) more expensive than Waterside at Coquina Key South?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) is $1,288,000 versus $239,000 in Waterside at Coquina Key South, about 439% higher.
How far apart are North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) and Waterside at Coquina Key South?
About 5 miles straight-line, center to center, both in Pinellas County; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Which has newer homes, North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) or Waterside at Coquina Key South?
Waterside at Coquina Key South: its homes were built 1959–2024 with a median year of 1979, versus a median of 1940 in North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition). The typical home there is 1,886 sq ft of living area, versus 1,709 sq ft in Waterside at Coquina Key South.
What high schools serve North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) and Waterside at Coquina Key South?
Listings in North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) most often report St. Petersburg 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: North Shore (Snell and Hamletts Addition) 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.