Coquina Key
St. Petersburg Homes for Sale

Island single-residential neighborhood · St. Petersburg · ZIP 33705

A man-made island neighborhood of ranches and bayou-front homes minutes from downtown.

Island settingBoat accessMinutes to downtown

Live Market Pulse

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

This is a low-lying island neighborhood with a wide value range; the lot and any waterfront, the seawall and dock, and the flood and insurance picture decide value, so read each home closely.

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"Coquina Key is a man-made island neighborhood in south St. Petersburg, between Big Bayou and Little Bayou about three miles from downtown, so the read is an in-town island read across a wide value range: public sources describe the island, nicknamed the Friendly Island, as a mix of mid-century ranch homes and waterfront single-family homes on Big Bayou with private docks and boat lifts, plus the gated Waterside condominium community and Coquina Key Park on the north side. Single-family prices run from the low 200s for interior ranches up past a million for waterfront homes. The lot, the waterfront, and the flood picture drive value here. Your leverage is reading the lot, the seawall, and the flood read before you buy."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Coquina Key is a man-made island neighborhood in St. Petersburg, in the 33705 ZIP, in the south of the city between Big Bayou and Little Bayou and about three miles from downtown. Public sources describe the island, nicknamed the Friendly Island, as a relaxed residential community with boat access to Tampa Bay through the bayous.

The housing spans a wide range. Public sources describe a mix of mid-century ranch homes, often with one- or two-car garages, interior of the island, and waterfront single-family homes on Big Bayou with private docks and boat lifts, alongside the large gated Waterside at Coquina Key condominium community. Single-family prices run from the low 200s for interior ranches up past a million for waterfront homes.

The defining read is the lot and the water, not a uniform product. Whether a home is interior or on the bayou, the seawall and dock condition, the home condition, and the low-lying island flood, elevation, and insurance picture drive value, financing, and insurability. Confirm each for the specific home before you offer.

For buyers who want an in-town island home, from an affordable ranch to a bayou-front home with a dock, minutes from downtown St. Pete, Coquina Key is a distinctive option. The work is reading the lot, the seawall, and the flood picture honestly before you buy.

Quick Match

Who Coquina Key is best for.

Best for

Buyers who want an affordable in-town home on an island near downtown
Boaters who want a bayou-front home with a dock and Tampa Bay access
Buyers drawn to mid-century ranches with renovation upside
Buyers who will read the lot, the seawall, and the flood picture

Probably not for

Buyers who want an inland, high-and-dry, low-insurance home
Anyone who will not read the island flood and insurance picture
Buyers who want a gated, amenity-maintained community
Buyers seeking new construction with a warranty

Market Pulse

How Coquina Key is performing right now

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Buyer-Leaning Market (limited data)

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Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from Stellar MLS, as of June 24, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Coquina Key listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

Where prices are going$850K2026 YTD

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Momentum intelligence

Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Coquina Key buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Interactive Map

Coquina Key on the map.

Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers, color the dots by status or lot type, and tap a home for the details.

Listing locations from Stellar MLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

Nearby & Commute

How far is everything?

The takeaway

Coquina Key sits in St. Petersburg, with everyday shopping, major roads, and the wider Tampa Bay area within a reasonable drive.

Drive times from Coquina Key. They are approximate and vary with traffic and your exact departure point.

Downtown St. Petersburg~7-12 min · waterfront, arts, dining

Coquina Key Park~1-3 min · sports complex and dog park

I-275~5-8 min · regional connector

Gulf beaches (St. Pete Beach)~15-20 min · barrier-island beaches

Tampa (via the bridges)~30-40 min · cross-bay commute

Tampa International Airport (TPA)~30-40 min · via I-275

Distances and times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

Nearby Communities

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr

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Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take

Pinellas County Public Schools
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Private and parochial options nearby

Coquina Key is served by Pinellas County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

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The takeaway

What is actually shaping value on Coquina Key: the in-town island setting and boat access, the low-lying flood and insurance picture, the wide value range, and the seawall and dock reads. Each item is sourced and linked.

Recent Developments in Coquina Key

Development Intelligence

Our read on what is being built around Coquina Key, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe in-town island setting supports demand, while the defining watch items are the low-lying flood and insurance picture, the lot, and the seawall.

In-town island setting anchors demand

Ongoing

BullishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

An island neighborhood with boat access minutes from downtown is a distinctive, durable draw across price points.

Low-lying island flood and insurance is the watch item

2024-2025

BearishMajor impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

The 2024 storms brought surge to low-lying south St. Pete; read the elevation, flood zone, and insurance for the specific home.

Wide value range means the lot drives the read

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

From interior ranches to bayou-front homes, the lot and waterfront set value far more than a community average.

Seawall and dock condition is a real line item

Ongoing

NeutralNotable impact

SignificanceRadius: Community

On a waterfront lot the seawall and dock are major assets and costs; inspect and budget them.

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Coquina Key, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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September 2024
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2024 storms bring surge to low-lying south St. Petersburg
Hurricanes Helene and Milton in 2024 drove record storm surge into low-lying waterfront areas of St. Petersburg, including the bayside island neighborhoods, with impact varying by elevation and home. Why it matters: Read the elevation, the flood zone, whether a home was flooded or elevated, and a real insurance quote. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

The Strategy

The Coquina Key buying strategy.

If we were buying in Coquina Key, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

Read the flood and insurance first. Pull the elevation, flood zone, and a real insurance quote, and whether the home was flooded or elevated after 2024.

Read the lot and any waterfront. Interior or bayou-front and the dock and seawall change the value far more than the finishes.

Read the home condition. On a mid-century ranch, the roof, systems, and updates drive price and the renovation budget.

Inspect the seawall and dock on a waterfront home. Budget any repair before you judge the price.

Compare in-town island and bayside options, and cross-shop Shore Acres and Waterside at Coquina Key North.

The Quick Decision

Best Buy

A well-kept or elevated home with a sound lot and manageable insurance

Biggest Risk

A flooded, low-lying home with a heavy insurance load or a failing seawall

Best Lot

A bayou-front lot with a maintained seawall and dock, or a higher-and-drier interior lot

Smart Timing

Confirm the elevation, the flood and insurance, the lot, and the seawall

Deep-Dive Intelligence

The full read, only if you want it.

The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Coquina Key is a man-made island neighborhood in St. Petersburg, in the 33705 ZIP, between Big Bayou and Little Bayou about three miles from downtown. Public sources describe the island, nicknamed the Friendly Island, as a mix of mid-century ranch homes and waterfront single-family homes on Big Bayou with private docks and boat lifts, alongside the gated Waterside at Coquina Key condominium community and Coquina Key Park on the north side, with single-family prices from the low 200s up past a million for waterfront. The defining factors in value are the lot and the water: the interior or waterfront position, the seawall and dock, the home condition, and the low-lying flood, elevation, and insurance picture drive the real cost of ownership and resale.

Coquina Key Homes For Sale

What your money buys in Coquina Key.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Here are the broad resale bands in Coquina Key today. The right home is the one matched to your budget and the renovation math, so seeing fitting listings early is the edge.

The Interior Ranch

Mid-century interior ranch homes, the affordable entry onto the island, priced for renovation and updates.

Lowest entry

The Updated Island Home

Updated interior or near-water homes in good condition, the heart of the resale market here.

Most inventory

The Bayou-Front Home

Waterfront homes on Big Bayou with private docks and boat lifts, the homes that hold value best.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

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What Your Money Buys

What ~$900K buys here.

Three realistic price bands. Where a home lands comes down to condition and lot, not square footage alone.

The Interior Ranch

Mid-century interior ranch homes, the affordable entry onto the island, priced for renovation and updates.

The Updated Island Home

Updated interior or near-water homes in good condition, the heart of the resale market here.

The Bayou-Front Home

Waterfront homes on Big Bayou with private docks and boat lifts, the homes that hold value best.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

Operator Intelligence

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The factors that actually move value in Coquina Key, condition, lot, and the renovation math, read from current listings and recent sales.

15-Second Take

Renovation math decides the deal
Better lots and views resell strongest
Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
Interior lots are where buyers overpay

Proprietary Data

The renovation premium.

Renovated-listing inventory in Coquina Key is too thin right now to compute a reliable renovation premium. We read condition home by home against real comps before you offer.

Lot Value

The lot premium.

On a preferred homesite (water, preserve, corner, or a larger lot), the homesite is the part of your money the market gives back at resale. The house can be renovated; the lot cannot, so premium lots hold their value better than interior ones. How much more they command varies by frontage, view, and condition, which is why we read it home by home against real comparable sales rather than a single headline figure.

Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

Resale Strength Scorecard

How well Coquina Key holds value.

Our read on the factors that protect resale here, and the one to manage.

Location within St. PetersburgStrong

Established communityPositive

HOA and CDD postureConfirm per parcel

Home condition and systemsVerify per home

Flood read per lotVerify per address

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Coquina Key

15-Second Take

Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
Misjudging the renovation budget
Overpaying for an interior lot
Underbudgeting the carrying costs
Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

Calling the listing agent

The agent on the sign works for the seller. In a market where condition swings price by hundreds of thousands, negotiating against that agent with no one in your corner is the costliest move of all.

Misjudging the renovation math

A dated home looks like a deal until you price the roof, HVAC, pool, and full modernization honestly. Underbudget the reno and the bargain becomes the expensive house.

Overpaying for an interior lot

A premium homesite (water, preserve, or a preferred position) carries a real, durable premium. Pay a top price for an interior lot and you are buying the weakest version of the value.

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Two similar homes can cost very differently to own once the HOA, any CDD, insurance, and upkeep are priced in. Buyers who do not run the full monthly carrying cost misread the real number.

Skipping the systems check

An older home means older systems unless updated. Roof age, HVAC age, pool equipment, and prior renovations drive both price and insurability, and a thorough inspection matters more here than in a new build.

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The island and the boat access sell the home. The deal is won or lost on the lot, the seawall, and the flood read.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Momentum Intelligence

Momentum Buy Score.

Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the five factors that decide how a home here buys, holds, and resells.

7.3B · Buy Score

Resale Strength7.4/10

Renovation Risk6.4/10

Location Efficiency8.4/10

Long-Term Defensibility6.8/10

Carrying Cost Advantage5.4/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Momentum Housing Intelligence

Why our read on Coquina Key is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live Stellar MLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live Stellar MLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates

Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

About the analyst · Our methodology

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Proprietary Data · Lot Value Map

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)

$261 value$401 premium

Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from Stellar MLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take

The lot and the homesite are the scarce, durable asset here
A better-positioned lot holds value at resale
The homesite cannot be changed, the house can
Read the lot and the flood zone before the finishes
Condition and renovation level drive the number

In Coquina Key, the part of your money the market protects is the lot, the position, and the condition of the home. Read the lot, the homesite, and the flood zone first, then price the condition and the renovation level against it.

The 15-Second Verdict

Coquina Key in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an in-town island home, from an affordable ranch to a bayou-front home with a dock.

Biggest advantageA man-made island with boat access minutes from downtown St. Pete.

Biggest riskThe low-lying flood and insurance picture on a bayside island.

Sweet spotA well-kept or elevated home with a sound lot and manageable insurance.

Avoid ifYou want an inland, high-and-dry, low-insurance home or no flood homework.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take

Single-family island, typically no HOA
Flood and windstorm insurance is the big cost
Interior ranches to bayou-front homes
Inspect the seawall and dock on waterfront
Coquina Key Park and boat access on the island

Public sources describe Coquina Key's single-family homes as a non-HOA island neighborhood, so carrying costs are taxes and insurance rather than dues, though the gated Waterside condominium community on the island has its own fees. For a single-family home, confirm any deed restriction; the defining cost is the low-lying flood and windstorm insurance, so pull a real quote.

For single-family homes there is no HOA amenity package; the value is the home, the island lot, any waterfront, and Coquina Key Park nearby. Confirm any deed restrictions for a specific property.

Public sources describe Coquina Key Park with a sports complex, a dog park, a playground, and picnic shelters on the island's north side, plus the Waterside Yacht Club; the single-residential neighborhood itself is not a club community.

Run Your Numbers

Tools for a Coquina Key buy.

Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.

Mortgage paymentPrincipal, interest, taxes, and insurance on a specific price.Property taxPinellas County millage and the homestead picture.Rent vs buyThe breakeven on owning in Coquina Key.Save Our HomesProject your homestead tax cap over time.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Selling in Coquina Key

Price it to the lot, the elevation, and the water access, not the Zestimate.

If you are selling on Coquina Key, the right price comes from recent comparable island sales matched to your lot and any waterfront, your home's elevation and condition, and the flood and insurance picture, not an automated estimate. On the island, the lot and the elevation set your number.

Momentum listings (YTD)

97.98%

Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.

Market average (YTD)

96.73%

The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.

Momentum days on market

64 days

Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.

Market days on market

72 days

The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Coquina Key, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Shore Acres, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Coquina Key home worth?

Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Coquina Key matched to your condition, lot, and view, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Pinellas County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$2,026/mo

Pinellas County typical true cost to own

$159/mo

Pinellas County typical home insurance

Check CDD

Confirm before you offer

Check it for your address: look up your flood zone (FEMA) · insurance by county · true-cost calculator · Pinellas County scorecard.

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Coquina Key Market Scorecard

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Live data: Stellar MLS, distributed by MLS GRID, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Coquina Key?

It is a man-made island neighborhood in St. Petersburg, in the 33705 ZIP, between Big Bayou and Little Bayou about three miles from downtown.

What kind of homes are on Coquina Key?

Public sources describe a mix of mid-century ranch homes in the interior and waterfront single-family homes on Big Bayou with private docks and boat lifts, plus the gated Waterside condominium community. Single-family prices run from the low 200s past a million for waterfront.

Can I keep a boat here?

Waterfront homes on Big Bayou often have private docks and boat lifts with access to Tampa Bay through the bayous. Confirm the dock, the water depth, and the route for the specific home and your vessel.

Is there an HOA?

Public sources describe the single-residential neighborhood as non-HOA, while the gated Waterside condominium community on the island has its own fees. Confirm any deed restriction for a single-family home.

Is Coquina Key in a flood zone?

As a low-lying man-made island, it carries flood and windstorm exposure that varies by elevation and home. Pull the elevation, the flood zone, and a real insurance quote, and whether a home was flooded or elevated after 2024.

Did the 2024 hurricanes affect this area?

The 2024 storms brought surge to low-lying south St. Petersburg, including the bayside island neighborhoods, with impact varying by elevation. Confirm the elevation and flood history for the specific home.

What amenities are on the island?

Public sources describe Coquina Key Park with a sports complex, dog park, playground, and picnic shelters on the north side, plus the Waterside Yacht Club.

How far is downtown?

Downtown St. Petersburg is roughly seven to twelve minutes by car, with I-275 close by for regional trips.

Should I use the listing agent to buy here?

No. The listing agent works for the seller. On an island where the lot, the seawall, and the flood picture swing value, having your own representation is the highest-leverage decision you make.

Who is the best real estate agent for Coquina Key?

The best agent for Coquina Key is one who actively works St. Petersburg and knows the community's pricing, HOA and CDD details, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Coquina Key.

How do I find a top St. Petersburg real estate agent who knows Coquina Key?

Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 280+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Coquina Key and the wider St. Petersburg area.

Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Coquina Key?

Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Coquina Key purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.

The Verdict

Should you buy in Coquina Key?

An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.

Buyers who want an affordable in-town home on an island near downtownExcellent fit

Boaters who want a bayou-front home with a dock and Tampa Bay accessExcellent fit

Buyers drawn to mid-century ranches with renovation upsideExcellent fit

Buyers who will read the lot, the seawall, and the flood pictureExcellent fit

Buyers who will budget island insurance and seawall upkeepExcellent fit

Buyers who want an inland, high-and-dry, low-insurance homeProbably not

Anyone who will not read the island flood and insurance pictureProbably not

Buyers who want a gated, amenity-maintained communityProbably not

Buyers seeking new construction with a warrantyProbably not

Buyers who will not budget elevation or rebuild costsProbably not

Get the inside read on Coquina Key

Whether you are buying a renovation project, comparing the lots and views, weighing the carrying costs, or selling your Coquina Key home, tell us what you need. Every inquiry comes straight to us. We represent you, not the seller, and what your agent is paid is negotiable and set in a written buyer agreement up front. No obligation, no spam, no high-pressure follow-up.

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Thinking about hiring an agent here? How to find the best real estate agent in Coquina Key — what to look for, questions to ask, and your local expert.

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Coquina KeySt. Petersburg Homes for Sale

The 60-Second Overview

Who Coquina Key is best for.

Best for

Probably not for

How Coquina Key is performing right now

Coquina Key on the map.

How far is everything?

Nearby Communities

Schools

Pinellas County Public Schools (verify by address)

Confirm zoned elementary, middle, and high

Magnet and choice options may apply

Recent Developments in Coquina Key

In-town island setting anchors demand

Low-lying island flood and insurance is the watch item

Wide value range means the lot drives the read

Seawall and dock condition is a real line item

2024 storms bring surge to low-lying south St. Petersburg

The Coquina Key buying strategy.

The full read, only if you want it.

What your money buys in Coquina Key.

What ~$900K buys here.

Renovation & Resale Intelligence

The renovation premium.

The lot premium.

How well Coquina Key holds value.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Coquina Key

Calling the listing agent

Misjudging the renovation math

Overpaying for an interior lot

Underbudgeting the carrying costs

Skipping the systems check

Momentum Buy Score.

Why our read on Coquina Key is different.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Coquina Key in 15 seconds.

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