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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On average, homes in Treasure Island, FL sell after 120 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Treasure Island, FL over the last 12 months is $712,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Stunning 2BR/2BA Waterfront Condo in the Heart of Treasure Island – Turnkey and Perfect for Full-Time Living or a Tropical Getaway. This bright and inviting condo offers a premier waterfront lifestyle with breathtaking water views and a spacious, open living and dining area. The vintage kitchen adds charming character and is ready for your updates, while the large primary bedroom features an
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Large townhome with private boat slip with direct Gulf access in Treasure Island. Make daily beach sunsets part of your every day. Just steps from award-winning white sand beaches, a deeded boat slip with a 10,000-lb lift, and a covered waterfront terrace framed by flowering hibiscus — this is the Florida dream address. Direct canal access to John’s Pass puts you in the Gulf in under five
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Paradise Island Waterfront Dream: Modern Luxury with Private Dock & Deep Water Access. PROPERTY OVERVIEWExperience luxury waterfront living on Paradise Island. This architectural masterpiece, designed by renowned architect Scott Hines and completed in 2019, offers a seamless blend of modern elegance and coastal functionality. Situated directly
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Seller will consider OWNER FINANCING. Set on a deep-water canal in the sought after Isle of Capri neighborhood in Treasure Island, this beautifully renovated waterfront residence offers a refined take on coastal living, just a short walk or golf cart ride to the beach and the Treasure Island boardwalk. With 75 feet of seawall along Boca Ciega Bay, the home enjoys a natural and effortless
Perfectly situated where Blind Pass opens into a quiet cove, this FEMA-compliant waterfront home offers both peace of mind and the perfect setup for boating enthusiasts. The location is known locally as one of the safest places to keep a boat — calm, deep water with easy, bridge-free access to the Gulf of Mexico just minutes away. And when you’re ready for sand and sunsets, the freshly
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. The water view is what captures you as you walk through this lovely recently updated condo in La Costa Brava. The sliding glass doors open from the living area to your covered lanai where you can enjoy watching the boating activity and gorgeous skies year-round. It is comfortably designed with an open living, dining, and kitchen area as well as an
Some homes check every box — this one adds a boat lift. Set on an oversized corner lot in the Paradise Island subdivision of Treasure Island, FL, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath single-family pool home offers direct canal-front access to the Intracoastal Waterway with no HOA. The 2-car attached garage, 1,828 sq ft of heated and cooled living space, 460 sq ft of covered outdoor space, and a 3rd full bath
Walk to the beach! This Sunset Beach oversize corner lot, 110'x50', with views of Blind Pass Waterway is available for purchase as-is. Build your dream home with room to spare. Located in highly sought-after Sunset Beach, Treasure Island. Steps away from the beach, Caddy's Beach Bar, Ka'Tiki and more. The listing price is based on land value only. Please note that, due to the FEMA 50 percent
Virtually Staged. Living in this completely renovated condo in the Treasure Island Yacht Club is the ultimate place to experience your beach life. Your assigned parking space is right next to your private gated patio area for easy coming and going into the condo. Your bedroom looks out to one patio and the living/dining room opens with double sliding doors to a second patio space. Both have
Welcome to 7711 Bayshore Drive, where the best of waterfront living meets effortless beach access in the heart of Treasure Island. Perfectly positioned on the Blind Pass Waterway, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 4-bath home offers protected boating waters, direct Gulf access with no bridges, and the rare convenience of being just approximately 500 feet from the white sands of the Gulf and the Sunset
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A big and bright four room residence with water views from every window awaits you. Walk into the entry foyer with its oversized guest closet to see the wide, lovely living room with sliding glass doors to the screened balcony. Fully applianced, updated galley kitchen even has a washing machine hook up. Behind the kitchen is a nice sized storage room where a ventless dryer could be installed.
Discover La Bella Vita—an exclusive, gated waterfront enclave offering a level of luxury, space, and boating lifestyle rarely found along our Gulf Coast. Nestled along the bay and just one block from the sugar-white sands of Treasure Island Beach, this boutique community consists of only 16 residences, delivering the privacy and exclusivity discerning buyers expect. The secure building features a
AVAILABLE SHORT TERM 4 months or longer. Spacious 2 bedroom/2bathroom waterfront corner condo. Waterfront community on Isle of Capri. Nicely maintained, with light laminate flooring, large kitchen with tile counters, newer windows throughout, covered parking, washer and dryer in unit, and outside storage. Caravel is just 3 blocks to gorgeous Gulf of Mexico and sandy beach. Enjoy direct
All newer appliances. Tile floors, carpeting in bedrooms. Walk in closet and storage room. Master bath with large closet, Granite counter tops all over. New paint. Hurricane shutters on the patio.Nice and quiet community. Close to beaches, shopping, restaurants.Owner pays water, sewer, trash, pest control, basic cable internet, homeowners, liability insurance association fees. Tenant
Experience waterfront living at its best in this FEMA-compliant home ideally positioned where Blind Pass opens into a quiet cove—one of Treasure Island’s most sought-after boating locations. Known locally as one of the safest places to keep a boat, the property offers calm, deep water with bridge-free Gulf access just minutes away. And when beach days call, the freshly renourished sands of Sunset
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Water and beach days without the hassle. This waterfront 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath apartment puts you close to the shore and everyday comforts in Treasure Island. Inside, the layout is efficient and easy to love: a light-filled living area, an updated kitchen with modern finishes, and durable luxury vinyl plank flooring that holds up to sandy feet and daily life. Both bedrooms offer good closet space,
Property Id: 2490932 BEDROOM FURNISHED APARTMENT . 2 Parking spaces.A SHORT WALK TO OUR BEAUTIFUL BEACH. Walk to restaurants and Publix. Once you are home, no car is needed! Rent includes internet, Hulu, Netflix and water. Electric additional. Averages $120 per month.
Luxury pool home located on desirable Sunset Beach in Treasure Island is the perfect getaway. Your steps away from the pristine Gulf of Mexico beaches. If you're looking for the best, this beach house is for you! Breathtaking sunsets await! Whether you're planning the ultimate honeymoon vacation or creating memories with family & friends, this beach house has it all! Attention to detail will
The advertised rate of $4,991/month is the lowest available price, based on a 1 month(s) stay with a move-in date of September 29, 2026.Rates vary depending on the duration of stay, season, and other parameters. For exact pricing and additional pricing components, please visit our website and enter your desired move-in and move-out dates. The rate is applicable when billed upfront; it can
Treasure Island - Isle of Capri: Discover this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath unit, nestled across from Triangle Park and just a short walk away from the sandy beaches. This first-floor unit boasts an open floor plan and has been fully remodeled to include an updated kitchen and bath, stainless steel appliances, upgraded lighting, fresh paint, and beautiful polished terrazzo flooring. There is a
Property Id: 2613554Experience the ultimate beachfront lifestyle in this stunning Sunset Beach residence located directly on the Gulf of Mexico. This beautifully furnished 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers breathtaking panoramic beach views and unforgettable sunsets from its spacious private balcony. The open-concept living area is designed for comfort and entertaining, featuring a large
Enjoy waterfront living in this desirable condo community on the Intracoastal Waterway. This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers beautiful water views of Boca Ciega Bay from the living room, dining area, kitchen, and private covered patio. The interior features newer Pergo flooring and fresh paint throughout, creating a clean and updated feel. The kitchen and bathroom include
Working in the St Petersburg area? Why not live at Treasure Sands Condo on Treasure Island beach and make every day a holiday! Seeking long term renter for six months or one year lease available August, 2026. Rental $3,400/month includes cable TV, water & trash. Renter pays own utilities.Two bedroom, two bath, 1,120 sq ft, fully-furnished, sleeps four, air-conditioned and heated, third
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