Treasure Island appeals to Floridians seeking an old-school beach vibe without sacrificing the modern comforts of the mainland. With the Gulf of Mexico on one side and Boca Ciega Bay on the other, this barrier island — though small — packs plenty into its 3 square miles. There are a surprising number of parks, a lively downtown district with restaurants and bars and a year-round events schedule. It's also just 3 miles from the mainland and about 8 miles from Downtown St. Pete. But the island's main appeal is its wide, white-sand beaches, a short stroll from the many low- and high-rise condo buildings and brightly colored bungalows. "Everything is within a mile of the beach — that's the furthest away you'd be," says Realtor Bruce Erbeck of Re/Max Metro, who has been selling homes since 1995. "That aspect alone kind of brings everybody together at the beach for sunset hour."
Treasure Island residents enjoy waterfront living.
Treasure Island is surrounded by water making it so many homes have waterfront views in Florida.
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Nationally ranked beaches with continuous sea breeze
Though the island is compact, it offers a wide variety of outdoor recreation, including boating, fishing and stand-up paddleboarding — even a 9-hole public golf course manages to squeeze into the Paradise Island neighborhood. But the top-rated beaches are the real draw, whether it's Treasure Island Beach or the less-touristy Sunset Beach on the island's south end. "The beaches are ranked consistently in the top 5 nationally," Erbeck says. "And there's a constant breeze that feels like being in Aruba." Roselli Park is a popular gathering spot in the Isle of Capri neighborhood, with dog park meetups, tennis matches, ball games and shuffleboard showdowns. The centrally located Treasure Island Community Center Park is where many events take place, such as a Friday morning flea market, and it's also a common place for workouts thanks to its outdoor calisthenic exercise equipment.
The beaches in Treasure Island stretch for as far as the eye can see.
Treasure Island neighborhood has miles of beautiful beaches for you take in on a daily basis.
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Old Florida designs blend with modern upgrades
Treasure Island is its own city, distinct from St. Petersburg. It's made up of five areas; some are fingers of waterfront property that were dredged after World War II. Many of the houses on the island were built in this period and back right up to the water, but there are new construction homes as well as contemporary condos. Prices vary dramatically, with smaller bungalows and cottages selling from the mid-$400,000s to $750,000. Midcentury ranch-style homes are priced from around $750,000 to $2 million, while newer, larger houses start at $2 million and can soar to over $5 million if they're set near the beach or on the bay. "With waterfront property, they're not making any more of it," Erbeck says. "It's not the houses that are driving the prices, it's the desirability of being on the water rather than being in a house that's more inland." Condos offer the widest price range, with studios starting at around $200,000 and going into the low millions for larger beachfront units.
Many homes in the Treasure Island neighborhood are waterfront with private docks in Florida.
Beautiful homes with private pools are common in Treasure Island neighborhood in Florida.
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Block parties and master sand sculpting competitions
The island plays host to events year-round. Most prominent is the Sanding Ovations Master's Cup, an international sand sculpting competition taking place in November. In April, the community gathers at Treasure Island Community Center Park for Treasure the Island, an Earth Day celebration promoting an appreciation for the island's community and natural surroundings. But the high watermark of fun happens in mid-spring, when the community converges on 107th Avenue for Rock Around the Clock, an annual block party featuring live music and food vendors. "They close that block down for a weekend and it's a really good time for everybody to come together and have a little party," Erbeck says.
The Treasure Island clock tower is home to the “Rock Around the Clock" event once a year.
Treasure Island Community Park is home to the famous pirate statue.
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Beach bars and local restaurants line Gulf Boulevard
Treasure Island is a popular vacation destination, and its main thoroughfare, Gulf Boulevard, is lined with resorts and hotels, restaurants, beach bars and seasonal snack shacks. During peak tourism months, getting a table at Middle Grounds Grill can be tough, especially when the fresh-caught tuna is in, so reservations are recommended. Boaters can dock at Sea Dog Brewing Company for a cold beer and a lobster roll. Beachfront bars include Caddy's Treasure Island, which also serves breakfast. For everyday essentials, there's a Publix and Walgreen's on the island.
Sea Dog Brewing Company in Treasure Island has indoor and outdoor dining.
Middle Ground is a lovely restaurant in the heart of Treasure Island open in the evenings.
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Causeways, golf carts and bus routes
Residents have more choices than just the Treasure Island Causeway to get on and off the island. Drivers can head north or south to adjacent barrier island communities with causeways of their own that provide mainland connections. But with Gulf Boulevard being the island's only throughway, traffic jams can be frequent in all directions. There are bus stops along the boulevard, but according to Erbeck, most residents either walk or rely on golf carts to get around the island.
Treasure Island causeway will help you get to the mainland & to downtown Saint Petersburg.
Many public bus & trolley stations are in Treasure Island making it easy for you to get around.
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College and career prep at Boca Ciega High
Public school students travel to the mainland to attend school. Azalea Elementary has a Niche score of B and Azalea Middle School has a score of C. The A-minus-rated Boca Ciega High offers multiple ways for students to plan their next steps, whether through dual enrollment credits with local colleges or with the school's College and Career Center.
Boca Ciega High School is an option for Treasure Island's older students.
Azalea Middle School welcomes students in Treasure Island, FL.
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Traffic surges during tourist season
One of the most difficult aspects of living on the island is the congestion and noise during tourist season, typically in winter and early spring. Traffic jams are most common at major intersections, especially where 107th Avenue meets Gulf Boulevard. High water and storm surges caused by hurricanes can also be a threat to islanders. Some waterfront homes on Treasure Island are built to be elevated a few feet off the ground.
Treasure Island is a vacation destination for many because it's filled with everything you need.
Treasure Island causeway is the main road onto the island from the mainland.
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Parks in this Area
Sunset Vista Park
Trails
Volleyball
Parking Lot
Ron McKenney Park
Dog Park
Fishing
Grills
Treasure Island Beach
Volleyball
Rosselli Park
Baseball/Softball
Boating
Camping
Treasure Island Community Center Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
St Pete-Clearwater International
36 min drive
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Gulf Blvd & 126th Ave
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Gulf Blvd & Harrell Ave
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Gulf Blvd & 120th Ave
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Gulf Blvd & 109th Ave
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Gulf Blvd & 105th Ave
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Gulf Blvd & 116th Ave
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Gulf Blvd & 101st Ave
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.413 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
10/2/2016Niche Review
HAPPY BEACH COMMUNITY, LOW CRIME RATE, NICE LOCAL RESTAURANTS AND BUSINESSES, PET FRIENDLY, LOTS OF COMMUNITY EVENTS
5.0Current Resident
5/11/2022Niche Review
Treasure Island is by far the best place to live in the Tampa Bay area! Beautiful beaches and water views without the crowds of more busy areas. Only a short car ride to Downtown St. Petersburg for great restaurants and shopping.
3.0Niche User
9/25/2016Niche Review
A LOT OF "SNOWBIRDS" SO SUMMER INVOLVEMENT IS SLOW
5.0Niche User
7/8/2016Niche Review
Never had an incident in this area. Very safe place to live.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Treasure Island
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Treasure Island, FL sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Treasure Island, FL over the last 12 months is $874,437, down 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
~~NEW PRICE~~Welcome to this stunning waterfront condo overlooking the serene Boca Ciega Bay, where you'll wake up to breathtaking sunrises every day. Designed with the utmost attention to detail, this condo is a true designer's dream, featuring high-end finishes throughout that exude luxury and sophistication. The kitchen is a chefs delight with top-of-the-line Jenn Air appliances and features
*END UNIT* ~ Welcome to the Village of Paradise Island, a coveted luxury townhome community just moments from the white sands of Treasure Island. This beautifully appointed 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath end-unit townhome features a spacious layout, an oversized 2-car garage, and a flexible bonus room ideal for a home office, gym, or media space—designed to suit your every need and all just minutes from the
Welcome to the amazing Key Capri community, perfectly positioned right over the bridge from Johns Pass Village and just steps from Treasure Island Beach! Whether you're soaking up the sun on the sand, dining at Crabby’s on the Pass, or exploring the local restaurants and shops, this prime location offers the best of coastal living. This 6th-floor unit has an Open Floorplan Layout with the Dining
Welcome to this waterfront home located in the highly sought-after Isle of Capri, Treasure Island, Florida. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers 1,889 square feet of air-conditioned space and a fantastic split floorplan, perfect for those seeking both privacy and open living. The home boasts a 2-car garage, providing plenty of space for your vehicles and storage.The property features a
PRICE REDUCED – RARE WATERFRONT OPPORTUNITY!Design and build your dream home on this premier TREASURE ISLAND WATERFRONT LOT, nestled in one of the island’s most desirable DEEP-WATER COVES. Boasting .31 ACRES—THE LARGEST OF JUST SIX EXCLUSIVE LOTS—this property offers BREATHTAKING, WIDE-OPEN WESTERN VIEWS for unforgettable sunsets every evening.A true BOATER’S PARADISE, enjoy
This perfectly located property in coastal Treasure Island is zoned RM-15 with current use as Duplex, Triplex, or Quadplex. While the existing structures must be demolished due to recent hurricanes, utilities are already established for easier development. Conveniently located less than 2 blocks from the sugar sands of Treasure Island beach, this lot is a perfect location for a vacation getaway
Property Id: 110243 OUR DEEPEST APOLOGIES....WE HAVE A LOT OF DAMAGE FROM HELENA, SO OUR CONDO WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE..............-------------------- ---------------------We have been this area 20 years and love the condo and the area. There is so much to do or just relax. * * It's all about you from a stunning condo with gorgeously
Incredible Waterfront Luxury Pool Home!!!! Move-In Ready! This stunning, fully furnished and custom-designed 3,638 SF home was Featured on HGTV's hit show Rock the Block....Is now available for rent. Boasting 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a huge oversized 4-car garage with a work shelf area, there's plenty of room for all your water toys. The home is elevated to new codes with impact windows and
Property Id: 261391STUDIO APARTMENT NEAR THE BEACH.AVAILABLE MAY 8th. Fully furnished. Full size kitchen. Rent includes, internet, Hulu, Netflix and water. Electric is additional.Walking distance to the stores, beach, restaurants and shops.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,240
Median Age
62
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
7.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
42.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,038
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,212
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
College Graduates
47.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.7%
% Population in Labor Force
49.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
56°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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