Snell Isle Brightwaters
Homes for Sale in St. Petersburg, FL

Community in St Petersburg · Pinellas County
264 homesBuilt 1924–2024
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As of September 2026, the MLS records 7 closed sales in Snell Isle Brightwaters Unit B Blk 1 in St Petersburg, FL since 2014, the most recent in April 2026. Across St Petersburg as a whole, 3,719 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $435,000, 44 median days on market, with 1,078 homes for sale today. At that median and Pinellas County's FY2025-26 rate of 19.39 mills, annual property tax runs about $8,430 ($7,620 with the full homestead exemption).

Part of the Snell Isle master-planned community in St Petersburg, FL — see all Snell Isle homes for sale (22 listings across 21 villages and sections in the MLS).

Part of Snell Isle Brightwaters Sec 2, St Petersburg, FL — see all Snell Isle Brightwaters Sec 2 homes for sale (6 listings across 8 sections in the MLS).

Live · Snell Isle Brightwaters Housing Pulse Stellar MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Ownership and context
78%
Owner-occupied · Snell Isle Brightwaters
216 of 277 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
22%
Non-owner-occupied · Snell Isle Brightwaters
incl. 11% trust or LLC-held · 6% out-of-state
264
Homes in the community
plus 13 vacant residential lots · 277 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 12 years of records
Est. 1924
Community established
homes built 1924-2024, median 1965 (FL DOR 2025)
0
Failed listings · 2017
peaked at 4 in 2013
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

This pocket of Snell Isle Brightwaters is defined by scale, not amenities. Median living area runs a substantial 4,315 square feet, which tells you the housing stock here skews toward larger-format homes rather than starter product, and that size is doing most of the work in how these properties get priced and compared to one another.

The build years span a full century, from 1924 through 2024, with a median year built of 1964.5. That spread means any two listings can represent very different construction eras, systems, and renovation histories even on the same block. A buyer or seller here should expect condition and vintage, not just square footage, to be the swing factor in value.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Snell Isle Brightwaters Unit B Blk 1 right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

146 GIRALDA BOULEVARD
$1.94M · 0.1 mi away
4 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,060 sqft
146 GIRALDA BOULEVARD
Listed by BEYCOME OF FLORIDA LLC
1076 SNELL ISLE BOULEVARD
$3.80M · 0.2 mi away
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 5,674 sqft
1076 SNELL ISLE BOULEVARD
Listed by MICHAEL SAUNDERS & COMPANY
219 MIRAMAR BOULEVARD
$1.70M · 0.2 mi away
4 bd · 4 ba · 2,598 sqft
219 MIRAMAR BOULEVARD
Listed by COMPASS FLORIDA LLC
601 CORDOVA BOULEVARD
$4M · 0.2 mi away
5 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,325 sqft
601 CORDOVA BOULEVARD
Listed by ELITEEAGLE REALTY SERVICES, LL
600 ALDA WAY
$3.10M · 0.2 mi away
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 4,335 sqft
600 ALDA WAY
Listed by CENTURY 21 JIM WHITE & ASSOC
1710 BRIGHTWATERS BOULEVARD
$2.19M · 0.2 mi away
4 bd · 3 ba · 3,992 sqft
1710 BRIGHTWATERS BOULEVARD
Listed by SMITH & ASSOCIATES REAL ESTATE

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

A compact section of 264 homes in St Petersburg's Snell Isle Brightwaters plat, marked by large median home sizes and a build history stretching from the 1920s to recent construction.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers looking for a larger home with room to grow into, not a starter footprint.
  • Buyers comfortable evaluating a range of construction eras and prioritizing condition over a uniform build style.
  • Buyers who want a primary residence in an established St Petersburg plat without relying on shared community amenities.

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a smaller, lower-maintenance home.
  • Buyers expecting on-site community amenities such as a pool, clubhouse, or organized common space.
  • Buyers who want a single consistent construction era rather than a mix of pre-war, mid-century, and new builds.

The market around Snell Isle Brightwaters

Snell Isle Brightwaters is a small community — 7 recorded sales on file, most recently in 2017 — too few for its own price trend. Here is the market around it.

Across Pinellas County, 6,909 homes are active and 1,852 pending (21% under contract).

Homes here are single family residence.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Snell Isle Brightwaters specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

If we were buying in Snell Isle Brightwaters today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Snell Isle Brightwaters.

Best Buy
Buyers seeking a larger-format home on a platted St Petersburg lot rather than a compact or entry-level layout.
Biggest Risk
A century-wide age spread means condition and system age vary sharply from one listing to the next.
Sweet Spot
Homes with updated systems from the mid-century era onward tend to offer the clearest match of size and maintainability.
Avoid If
You want a smaller, low-maintenance footprint or a neighborhood built around shared amenities.

Size, vintage, and what the mix means

With a median living area above 4,300 square feet, this is not a neighborhood of compact or entry-level homes. Larger floor plans generally carry larger renovation scopes, higher carrying costs, and wider variability in finish level, so buyers should walk in expecting a broader range of interior condition than a smaller-footprint market would show.

The 1924-to-2024 build range, with a median year built near 1964, points to a community where original construction, mid-century homes, and newer builds all sit within the same 264-home footprint. That is a market where the age of the structure — not just the address — drives a large share of the pricing conversation. Current MLS data shows no shared community amenities tied to this plat, so value here is coming from the homes and lots themselves rather than amenity access.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Snell Isle Brightwaters. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

A market spanning a century of construction and running large on square footage rewards a broker who can read condition and vintage correctly on day one, not after an inspection surprises everyone. We walk these listings with that history in mind and price the home in front of us, not the median.

Snell Isle Brightwaters in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers seeking a larger-format home on a platted St Petersburg lot rather than a compact or entry-level layout.
Biggest advantageThe wide build-year range means options across eras, from pre-war construction to recent builds, inside one small plat.
Biggest riskA century-wide age spread means condition and system age vary sharply from one listing to the next.
Sweet spotHomes with updated systems from the mid-century era onward tend to offer the clearest match of size and maintainability.
Avoid ifYou want a smaller, low-maintenance footprint or a neighborhood built around shared amenities.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Snell Isle Brightwaters sales matched to your home.

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Snell Isle Brightwaters Unit B Blk 1 Market Scorecard

No active listings

Snell Isle Brightwaters Unit B Blk 1 is currently a no active listings market. Limited supply, a median asking price of n/a.

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Months supply
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Median list
$6,750,000
Median sold
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Per sqft
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Days on mkt
0/0/1
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 33704 ZIP is $740,768, about 44.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Snell Isle Brightwaters?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 264 homes plus 13 vacant residential lots in Snell Isle Brightwaters (public records).
What share of Snell Isle Brightwaters is owner-occupied?
78% of Snell Isle Brightwaters parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Snell Isle Brightwaters built?
Homes in Snell Isle Brightwaters were built between 1924 and 2024, with a median year built of 1964.5 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Snell Isle Brightwaters?
The best agent for Snell Isle Brightwaters is one who actively works St Petersburg and knows the community's pricing, fees, 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 Snell Isle Brightwaters.
How do I find a top St Petersburg real estate agent who knows Snell Isle Brightwaters?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Snell Isle Brightwaters and the wider St Petersburg area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Snell Isle Brightwaters?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Snell Isle Brightwaters purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Buyers looking for a larger home with room to grow into, not a starter footprint.Excellent fit
Buyers comfortable evaluating a range of construction eras and prioritizing condition over a uniform build style.Excellent fit
Buyers who want a primary residence in an established St Petersburg plat without relying on shared community amenities.Excellent fit
Buyers who want a smaller, lower-maintenance home.Probably not
Buyers expecting on-site community amenities such as a pool, clubhouse, or organized common space.Probably not
Buyers who want a single consistent construction era rather than a mix of pre-war, mid-century, and new builds.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsStellar MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 14, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 33704))
Under-contract sharesStellar MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2014 (7 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Stellar MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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