$625,000

8540 Riverside Saint Petersburg, FL 33702

$7,422
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,950 sqft
0.2 acres
$321 / sqft
House

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About 8540 Riverside

** SELLER SAYS "MAKE AN OFFER"! ** Welcome to Riviera Bay, the best neighborhood in the world! This incredibly hard-to-find 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 2-car garage waterfront home offers endless potential in one of the most sought-after locations in St. Petersburg. Situated on an oversized lot, this property boasts a backyard that feels like a private park—spacious enough to accommodate a pool, outdoor kitchen, garden, or any dream project you envision, with room to spare. Inside, you’ll find a bright and open floor plan that’s perfect for modern living and entertaining. Large windows invite natural light and serene water views, making every day feel like a retreat. While the home experienced its first flood during Hurricane Helene, it had never flooded before since it was built, offering a unique opportunity to customize and enhance this waterfront gem. Being sold as is for the seller's convenience, this is your chance to bring your vision to life. Living in Riviera Bay means more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle. Enjoy access to a community boat ramp for easy water adventures, two well-maintained parks, and a neighborhood known for its vibrant traditions. From festive golf cart parades and the dazzling Christmas Eve Boat Parade to streets lined with American flags for the 4th of July and other holidays, this community truly celebrates togetherness. As locals love to say, “It’s always a great day in Riviera Bay!” Don’t miss your chance to create something extraordinary in this unbeatable location. Schedule your showing today and make Riviera Bay your forever home!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,950 sqft
Lot size0.22 Acres
Year built1970
MLS #TB8338347
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontCanal

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Summary

  • MLS Number: TB8338347
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
  • Office Phone: (727) 822-9111
  • Listing Agent: Brad Bess

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Nearby schools

5

Sawgrass Lake Elementary

Public District PK-5

1.7 mi

1815 77th Ave N

5

Lynch Elementary

Public District PK-5

1.8 mi

1901 71st Ave N

8

Shore Acres Elementary

Public District PK-5

2.0 mi

1800 62nd Ave NE

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $105,556. The majority of Saint Petersburg, FL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

0%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
37%
100k-200k
16%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

28%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
47%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
55%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 8540 Riverside

This home is located at 8540 Riverside in Saint Petersburg, FL and zip code 33702 in the Riviera Bay neighborhood. This 1,950 square foot home, which was built in 1970, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $625,000.

Over 32 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in Saint Petersburg, FL. In the same period over 242 listings were sold below the listed price and 67 listings were sold for the listed price. Between January and February 2025, Saint Petersburg, FL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 9.9%. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 60 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $431,523.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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