Neighborhood · St Petersburg, Florida
Crescent Lake
Historic charm around a lakefront park north of downtown
3
Homes for sale
$960,000
Median list price
$487
Avg price / sqft
26
Median days on market
Crescent Lake wraps around its namesake park just north of downtown St Petersburg, a walkable pocket of tree-lined streets and character homes that feels settled in a way newer developments can't fake. It's the kind of neighborhood where the lake and its green space set the daily rhythm, and where being close to the action downtown doesn't mean living in the middle of it. Buyers looking across the wider St Petersburg homes for sale market often land here for exactly that balance, and nearby neighborhoods like Winston Park and Disston Heights round out the search.
This is a small, high-value market, so expect competition and thin inventory. With just 3 active listings and a median list price of $960,000, there's little room to wait out the perfect house. Homes here have sold at a median of $1,099,000 over the past year, and sellers are collecting about 96% of asking — a sign that well-priced homes move, while comparable communities such as Shore Acres may offer more choices.
Crescent Lake is a community in St Petersburg, Florida.
Quick facts
$670,000 – $1.3M price range
2,234 sqft median home
$450/mo median HOA
$1,750/mo median rent
17 sold in 12 months
Drive times
On the market now
Homes for sale in Crescent Lake
$670,000
450 13TH AVENUE N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,283 sqft
$960,000$985,000
871 17TH AVENUE N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,234 sqft
$1,299,000
1867 5TH STREET N, ST PETERSBURG
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,550 sqft
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Crescent Lake market
17
Sold, last 12 months
$1,099,000
Median sold price
96%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
8 days
Median time to sell
Crescent Lake vs St Petersburg
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▼ 10.5% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Crescent Lake boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Crescent Lake is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Crescent Lake home
≈ $6,575/mo
$960,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$450/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,750/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
989
Median age
48
Median income
$120,347
Median home value
$592,427
Beyond the listings
Living in Crescent Lake
Active
Top 3% in the U.S.Yoga Advocates
Improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being is the yogi's aim. This population is looking for the right community, instruction, and accessories.
Food & Drink
Top 7% in the U.S.Trendy Eats
Meals are a social experience, and these foodies take it to the next level. This population can't wait to snap a pic of their plate and share it before chowing down.
Appearance oriented
Top 7% in the U.S.Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Food & Drink
Top 9% in the U.S.Asian Food & Culture
Asian culture has a lot to offer, but the Asian cuisine tends to be the most frequently referenced. This population is talking about Asian dishes, holidays, and drinks.
Food & Drink
Top 10% in the U.S.Coffee Connoisseur
Morning java. Cup of Joe. Caffeine in an IV. Whatever they call it, this population loves coffee and the culture around it.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 10% in the U.S.Animal Advocates
Passionate about animal welfare, this population wants to know how best to care for their own pets (with toys and training) and help other animals find their fur-ever home.
Straight answers
Crescent Lake FAQs
Is Crescent Lake a good place to live?+
It's one of St Petersburg's most established in-town neighborhoods, organized around a lake and park with quick access to both downtown St Pete and Tampa — about 30 minutes to downtown Tampa. The mix of character homes, walkability, and green space makes it a favorite for buyers who want central without the density.
Is Crescent Lake expensive?+
Yes — it sits at the upper end of the St Petersburg market, with a median list price of $960,000 and homes selling at a median of $1,099,000 over the past year. If you're comparing budgets, nearby Greater Pinellas Point can offer more accessible entry points.
What do homes cost in Crescent Lake?+
Active listings currently range from $670,000 to $1,299,000, with an average of $487 per square foot and a typical home around 2,234 sqft. The past year's sales settled at a median of $1,099,000, so the seven-figure tier is the norm here.
How is the Crescent Lake market right now?+
It's tight and moves quickly — only 3 homes are active, and the median listing sells in about 26 days. Sellers are getting roughly 96% of asking on average, so serious buyers should come prepared rather than expecting deep negotiation.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
The median HOA runs about $450/month and median property tax lands near $10,289/year, both reflecting the neighborhood's higher price point. Budget for these carrying costs alongside your mortgage when you're weighing a purchase here.
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