Why Live in Mangrove Bay
Mangrove Bay in Saint Petersburg is a neighborhood known for its outdoor recreation and natural beauty. Located on the northeastern shores of Tampa Bay, it features access to canals, nature preserves, and two golf courses: the 18-hole Mangrove Bay and the 9-hole Cypress Links. Northeast Park and Edgemoor Park offer baseball fields, walking paths, and playgrounds, while Puryear Park provides trails, tennis courts, and soccer fields. The Weedon Island Preserve, 5 miles east, includes nature trails, a fishing pier, and a boating loop. St. Pete’s Pier and Gandy Beach offer additional waterfront activities nearby.
Homes in Mangrove Bay are primarily in the western part of the neighborhood, with single-family ranch-style houses and manufactured homes from the early 1970s. The gated Mobel Americana subdivision caters to residents aged 55 and older, offering amenities like boat ramps and shuffleboard. Lot sizes vary, with some homes featuring private boat docks, pools, and spacious driveways. The community is within walking or biking distance of local parks, the Speer YMCA, and the golf courses.
Shopping and dining options are conveniently located 3 miles west along the 4th Street business corridor, including Gateway Market Center with stores like Publix, Target, and Trader Joe’s. Local eateries such as Green Pagoda and St. Pete Bagel Co. are popular among residents. Downtown St. Petersburg, 5 miles away, offers additional amenities.
Pinellas County Schools serve the area, with highly rated Shore Acres Elementary and Northeast High School. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and transportation is facilitated by nearby highways and public transit options. St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport is 9 miles away, and Tampa is an 18-mile drive over the Howard Frankland Bridge.
