Old Northeast St Petersburg

The North Shore Historic District is one of St. Pete’s oldest most influential neighborhoods. Commonly known as the “Old Northeast,” it is adjacent to downtown St. Petersburg and has been featured in the “Great Homes and Destinations” section of the New York Times.

With historic buildings, brick paved roads, picket fences, and lush foliage, the Old Northeast offers an eclectic blend of architecture. This mix of Mediterranean and Colonial Revival can be seen in many of the single-family homes, craftsman-style bungalows, and luxurious townhomes. With a residential character that sets it apart from the rest, real estate values continue to rise in this historic neighborhood.

Despite its residential nature, the Old Northeast is steps away from the city’s vibrant cultural and entertainment scene. With North Shore Park running along the neighborhood’s eastern boundary, locals can enjoy open waterfront spaces, long continuous sidewalks for leisurely strolls, biking and running trails, as well as public pools, tennis courts, baseball fields, beachy areas, and a children’s playground.

Along Coffee Pot Bayou you will find privately owned docks for boating, fishing, and sailing along protected waters. The historic Snell Isle Bridge crosses the Bayou linking the Old Northeast with Snell Isle. With downtown’s Beach Drive within walking distance, there are plenty of shops and restaurants to explore. The Old Northeast enjoys many neighborhood festivities including the annual Easter-egg hunt, the Independence Day Parade, and the Halloween block party, where the streets are closed for trick-or-treating and porch parties.

The 2011 opening of the Salvador Dali Museum, the restoration of the Vinoy Hotel, and the downtown renaissance that has occurred have all led to increased property values making the Old Northeast real estate highly sought after.

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Historical Places to see!

1. Vinoy Park Hotel
2. Robert West House
3. Boyce Guest House
4. Thomas Whitted House
5. Monticello Apartments
6. Turner’s Sunken Gardens