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🏠 Hot homes: Spaces under 1,500 sqft

Hot homes: Rent or own one of these sub-1,500-sqft units
A kitchen with white cabinets and countertops, with three beige high chairs under the kitchen island.
This newer luxury St. Pete condo’s vibe is light and airy. | Photo via Castille Urbana
Did we pique your curiosity with our delve into a local tiny home community a couple weeks ago? Even if you’re not ready to move into Escape Tampa Bay, there are ample apartments and condos on the market that can help you shrink your square footage.

St. Pete’s newest luxury condo complex may already be sold out, but there are still a handful of beautiful sub-1,500-sqft pads on the market. Let’s take a look:

For sale

2404 Florentine Way, Unit 16, Clearwater | 2 BR, 2 BA | 1,400 sqft | $290,000 | What we love: 55+ community, fully renovated space + close proximity to two golf courses.

4221 W. Spruce St., Apt. 2428, Tampa | 2 BR, 1 BA | 996 sqft | $320,000 | What we love: Clean-looking + fully renovated space, open layout, balcony, and pool access.

345 Bayshore Blvd., Unit 511, Tampa | 2 BR, 2 BA | 1,056 sqft | $535,000 | What we love: Bayshore Boulevard location, walk-in closet, balcony, and pool + hot tub access.

600 3rd Ave S., Unit 403, St. Petersburg | 2 BR, 2 BA | 1,406 sqft | $763,000 | What we love: New construction, high walkability score, and beautiful landscaping.

777 N. Ashley Dr., Unit 1814, Tampa | 2 BR, 2 BA | 1,256 sqft | $995,500 | What we love: Floor-to-ceiling, hurricane impact-resistant windows with downtown views + in-unit infrared sauna.

A gated community with a sidewalk running through the center and bright green grass on either side, plus lights strung up.

Anyone looking for a roommate to live with in this gated apartment complex?

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Photo via Soho Apartments

For rent

Soho Apartments, 807 S. Howard Ave., Tampa | 2 BR, 1 BA | 875 sqft | $2,229+/mo | What we love: South Howard district location, gated and poolside community, and the breakfast bar kitchen — right now the complex is offering a “get two months free” deal.

Grand Central at Kennedy, 1120 E. Kennedy Blvd., Unit 1028, Tampa | 2 BR, 1 BA | 1,050 sqft | $2,800/mo | What we love: First-level CVS (hello, midnight snacks), two reserved parking spaces, and the large courtyard + pool.

Culbreath Key Apartments, Culbreath Key Way, Apt. 8320, Tampa | 2 BR, 2 BA | 1,054 sqft | $3,000/mo | What we love: Waterfront location, private balcony, and unique wallpaper.
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Which of these hot homes had you clickin’?
A. The 55+ community near golf courses
B. The Bayshore Boulevard beauty
C. The new St. Pete construction
D. I was eyeing the apartments for rent
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Events
Wednesday, Sept. 6
  • Sunset Yoga at St. Pete Pier | Wednesday, Sept. 6 | 7-8 p.m. | Spa Beach Park, 600 2nd Ave. NE, St. Petersburg | Free | The Body Electric Yoga Company leads this practice for all skill levels.
Thursday, Sept. 7
  • Birthday Discount Days | Thursday, Sept. 7-Saturday, Sept. 9 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Museum of the American Arts and Crafts Movement, 355 4th St. N., St. Petersburg | $10 | Celebrate the museum’s two-year anniversary with discounted admission.
  • Sam Hunt: Summer on the Outskirts Tour | Thursday, Sept. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 N. US Hwy. 301, Tampa | $34.75-$500 | Head to this country show with Brett Young and Lily Rose as supporting acts.
Friday, Sept. 8
  • New Tampa Performing Arts Center’s Fall Festival | Friday, Sept. 8-Sunday, Sept. 10 | Times vary | New Tampa Performing Arts Center, 8550 Hunters Village Rd., Tampa | Free | Celebrate the season with dancing, music, theater performances, and activities.
  • ODESZA: The Last Goodbye Tour | Friday, Sept. 8 | 6:30 p.m. | MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre, 4802 N. US Hwy. 301, Tampa | $85-$600 | Watch this music duo’s concert for their latest studio album.
  • Be Our Guest: The Disney DJ Night | Friday, Sept. 8 | 7-11 p.m. | Jannus Live, 200 First Ave. N., St. Petersburg | $18 | Dance the night away to your fave movie + TV show soundtracks with fellow Disney lovers and 90s kids — alcohol will also be served.
Saturday, Sept. 9
  • Trail Fun Run | Saturday, Sept. 9 | 9-10 a.m. | Boyd Hill Nature Preserve, 1101 Country Club Way S., St. Petersburg | Free | Join Healthy St. Pete and the St. Pete Running Company for a free walk/run at the beautiful city park.
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News Notes
Community
  • If you live in Pinellas County and your home was impacted by Hurricane Idalia, you can now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance. Disaster assistance could include financial help for temporary lodging, basic home repairs, and other expenses related to hurricane impacts. To apply, you can go online, use the app, or call 800-621-3362. (WUSF News)
Development
  • The 120-year-old former Diaz Cigar Factory in West Tampa is currently being converted into student housing for local colleges. The “Cigar Lofts at Albany” building is being restored to its original look on the outside, and may be ready by April — though there is no official completion date yet. (Tampa Bay Times)
Arts
  • Our favorite local flamingo just got recognized. Phoebe, TPA’s 21-foot-tall pink flamingo, recently won in the transportation category of the international CODAWorx Awards. Phoebe also received one of two People’s Choice Awards with 3,000+ votes.
Trending
  • Hillsborough County’s hospitality industry saw major growth in July, according to recent reports from from STR, Inc. The report shows that hotel revenues in the county were up 13.8%, and occupancy increased by 3.4%.
Travel
  • Breeze Airways is offering 50% off select flights from Tampa with the code IMGAME50 through Thursday, Sept. 7. The discount will be available for travel between now and March 7, 2024. (That’s So Tampa)
Try This
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For those of you who are getting tired of my face, don’t worry — Bailey’s face (and delightful writing) will be back here later this week. For now, though, you’ve got me... who is currently wistfully looking at those condos and second guessing every recent purchase I’ve made. 😅
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