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 124 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Treasure Island, FL over the last 12 months is $700,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Virtually Staged. Exceptional Treasure Island value at just $249,990! This beautifully remodeled, turnkey ground-floor condo offers the Florida lifestyle buyers are looking for—just steps from the heated pool and Intracoastal Waterway. The seller has priced this property extremely aggressively for a sale, and $249,990 is the firm bottom-line price.Enjoy easy indoor-outdoor living with
Location, Location, Location. 2 + 2 + ALL THE UPGRADES! AND Wide Beautiful PANORAMIC GULF WATER VIEWS. LIKE NEW. This Crystal Palms Beach Condo Resort has WIDE OPEN WATER Views from the Living Space, Master Bedroom and wide open Balcony. This Pristine Condo is LIKE having your very own LUXOR LIKE SUITE located right here on Treasure Island. Unit 503 has been Professionally Designed by M A
Beautifully renovated from top to bottom in 2025, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath expanded open floorplan ranch offers gorgeous, sweeping water views. New HVAC, appliances, stone floors, custom cabinetry, fully renovated bathrooms, custom closets, a private office, and a garage with epoxy flooring and extra storage. Enjoy outdoor living on the water with a stone patio and driveway, plus a brand-new dock.
Tucked along a quiet waterfront street in the heart of Sunset Beach, this custom-built coastal residence offers a refined take on island living—where clean design, quality finishes, and a seamless connection to the water come together effortlessly. Completed in 2019, the home features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and almost 3,500 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space . Inside, shell stone
Waterfront living at its finest in Treasure Island's desirable Isle of Palms neighborhood! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Spanish Colonial home offers 2,670 square feet of living space across three levels, with stunning views of Boca Ciega Bay from the pool and patio, and 70 feet of waterfront, perfect for boating, paddleboarding, or relaxing in your own backyard oasis. Located on a large
Sitting right on the water in Paradise Point, unit 512 gives you the easygoing Treasure Island lifestyle without the inflated price tag. At 1,240 square feet, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo feels airy, grounded, and bright. The primary suite gives you a private sanctuary to recharge after a day spent outdoors, while the open-concept layout keeps your main living, dining, and kitchen areas
Discover refined island living on Isle of Palms in this professionally restored two-story house with 69' of open water offering 4 bedrooms (all located on the second floor), 4.5 baths, and abundant vehicle storage with a 2-car garage plus a 1-car garage. The second-floor bedrooms open to a balcony overlooking the Intracoastal, providing serene morning light. Outdoor amenities are exceptional: a
GREAT PRICE!! STUNNING DAY AND NIGHT VIEWS! Experience the pinnacle of beachfront living in this 9th-floor, south-facing residence at the coveted Mansions by the Sea Condominiums on Sunset Beach at the south end of Treasure Island. This home in the sky offers a blend of luxury, comfort, and serenity, with sweeping views of the Gulf of Mexico, pristine beaches, Blind Pass, the Intracoastal
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
Live the carefree BEACH LIFESTYLE you've been dreaming of in this beautifully renovated second-floor condominium just steps from the sugar-white sands of world-famous SUNSET BEACH. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment property with excellent rental potential, this move-in-ready one-bedroom condo is an exceptional opportunity.Completely updated
Virtually Staged. Exceptional Treasure Island value at just $249,990! This beautifully remodeled, turnkey ground-floor condo offers the Florida lifestyle buyers are looking for—just steps from the heated pool and Intracoastal Waterway. The seller has priced this property extremely aggressively for a sale, and $249,990 is the firm bottom-line price.Enjoy easy indoor-outdoor living with
Virtually Staged. Welcome to unparalleled coastal luxury in this exceptional 12th-floor condo, nestled on the pristine shores of Sunset Beach in Treasure Island. This stunning residence offers unobstructed, breathtaking views of the sparkling Intercoastal waterways where every sunset paints the sky in vibrant hues, creating a masterpiece from the comfort of your own home. As you enter this
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
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
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
Wake up to breathtaking water views from nearly every room in this beautifully furnished 1-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom condo, where coastal living meets everyday comfort. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee or winding down after a day at the beach, the private balcony is the perfect place to relax while watching dolphins play in the water and boats cruise by.Designed for convenience, this
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
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
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
Virtually Staged. Fantastic opportunity to live on Sunset Beach! A rare find is this charming fully remodeled 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit that is steps away from the Gulf of Mexico! Start your day with a walk on the beach and end your day taking in a breathtaking Sunset. This slice of paradise has it all.Enjoy the outdoor shower to rinse off after a relaxing day at the beach. Living on Sunset
Property Id: 261391 STUDIO APARTMENT NEAR THE BEACH. Fully furnished. Full size kitchen. Rent includes, internet, Hulu, Netflix and water. Electric is additional. 1 parking space available. Walking distance to the stores, beach, restaurants and shops. Deposit due upon execution of lease. First month, and last month due upon occupancy.
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: 249093 2 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. $600 deposit. First month and last month rent due upon occupancy.
Virtually Staged. A few rooms have been Virtually Staged to inspire your imagination. This inviting coastal retreat is just steps from the Gulf of Mexico, where you can enjoy peaceful beach walks and stunning sunsets. An outdoor shower makes it easy to rinse off sand before heading inside. Living at the beach is a daily spa treatment! Enjoy and repeat tomorrow, This beautifully updated 2-bedroom
The advertised rate of $7,195/month is the lowest available price, based on a 30 day(s) stay with a move-in date of January 4, 2027.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 be
**Fully Furnished** Once you see this view, your next words will be, where do I sign!? This well-kept 18-unit building is the perfect place combining relaxation and prime location! The unit is located on the top floor of the three-story building with spectacular views of Boca Ciega Bay intercoastal water ways. You can drop your kayak or paddleboard in the water off the brand-new docks; take a
Property Id: 2820567 This Condo is so comfortable, sitting right on the intercoastal with a view from every window including a wall to wall Storm sliding Door just steps from the water. All completely redone from the studs up. All new kitchen cabinets, appliances, new washer dryer, new tile and stone shower, new vanity. Everthing you could ask for in a quiet waterfront one bedroom condo.
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