Habitat for Humanity moves forward on two affordable housing projects in Pinellas County

Habitat for Humanity moves forward on two affordable housing projects in Pinellas County

The Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners has approved $3 million in funding to support two significant affordable housing projects by Habitat for Humanity Tampa Bay Gulfside.

These developments—located in Clearwater and Lealman—will provide more than 80 new homes for families in need, advancing the county's commitment to affordable housing solutions.

In Lealman, a 5.94-acre parcel of underused land will be developed into a vibrant residential community. Habitat has secured approval to acquire the land from the Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County (HFA). The plans include 57 new affordable housing units, featuring a mix of 31 single-family homes and 26 townhomes. The county will contribute $2.29 million in funding, supporting the $10.13 million project.

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Home of the Week: A 1925-built bungalow in Campbell Park near downtown

Home of the Week: A 1925-built bungalow in Campbell Park near downtown

This week’s featured Home of the Week is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom bungalow at 951 9th Avenue South in Campbell Park.

Built in 1925, the 1,486-square-foot home retains much of its historic character while incorporating modern updates.

The home features original hardwood floors, vintage pushbutton light switches, and period-style fixtures. The kitchen has been updated with shaker-style cabinetry, granite countertops, subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, including a flat-top stove with a pot filler.

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Aerial St. Pete: The Sunshine City continues to rise as major projects progress

Aerial St. Pete: The Sunshine City continues to rise as major projects progress

The latest edition of Aerial St. Pete shows the progress of six major real estate projects currently under construction in St. Petersburg.

Aerial St. Pete is a column by St. Pete Rising which features exclusive aerial photography of projects under construction in St. Petersburg, FL. To accomplish this, we have teamed up with AB3 Visuals who captured these photos in December.

In the article, we show the construction progress for projects including Residences at 400 Central, Art House, 3rd & 3rd, Echelon Site 7 & 8, Institute Square, and Marina Club Apartments.

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Home of the Week: A 1922-built two-story bungalow in Historic Uptown

Home of the Week: A 1922-built two-story bungalow in Historic Uptown

This week’s featured home is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom bungalow located at 605 7th Street N in Historic Uptown. Built in 1922, this home blends vintage character with modern upgrades and is listed for $615,000.

Spanning 1,126 square feet, the property offers a comfortable and low-maintenance lifestyle in one of St. Petersburg’s most eclectic neighborhoods.

The kitchen stands out with wood-like tile flooring, white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, a pot filler over the gas range, stainless steel appliances, and an apron-front sink. A central island ties the space together, making it a functional hub for daily life.

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Home of the Week: A 1927-built Mediterranean Revival residence in Granada Terrace

Home of the Week: A 1927-built Mediterranean Revival residence in Granada Terrace

This week’s featured home is a 1927 Mediterranean Revival residence located at 2311 Brevard Road NE in the Granada Terrace Historic District of Old Northeast. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers 1,708 square feet of living space in one of St. Petersburg’s most historic and scenic neighborhoods.

Designed by C. Perry Snell, the home retains many original features, such as hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings with exposed wood beams, vintage glass doorknobs, and intricate chandeliers. The layout is centered around an open-air courtyard, creating a natural flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. A sunroom and the primary bedroom provide views of Coffee Pot Bayou.

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