Whether you’re ready to buy now or just beginning to explore, tell me your property goals. We know our area very well and will help you find the right property, neighborhood and community for your goals.

I’m Mike Braswell, the Realtor behind @LovingStPete, followed by nearly 140,000 people on Facebook and Instagram. I combine real estate experience with the local knowledge and connections that come from years of sharing everything there is to love about St. Pete and the surrounding area.

Buying a home in St. Petersburg is about more than finding the right house or condo. The neighborhood, flood zone, insurance considerations, commute, proximity to the beaches and even the feel of one part of St. Pete compared with another can make a big difference in finding the right place to call home.

As a local St. Petersburg Realtor and the person behind @LovingStPete, I spend a lot of time throughout St. Pete, the Gulf Beaches and surrounding Pinellas County communities. Whether you’re moving across town, relocating to the Tampa Bay area, searching for a waterfront home or condo, or still trying to decide which neighborhood fits you best, I’d be happy to help you narrow down the options.

One of the biggest questions buyers have is where they should live. St. Petersburg alone offers a wide range of neighborhoods, from walkable areas near downtown and historic neighborhoods with character homes to waterfront communities, newer construction and quieter residential areas.

Beyond St. Pete, buyers can explore the Gulf Beaches, Seminole, Largo, Clearwater, Dunedin, Palm Harbor and other communities throughout Pinellas County. Each area offers something different, and the right choice often depends on your budget, lifestyle, commute, preferred home style and how close you want to be to the water, beaches or downtown.

If you’re not sure where to start, that’s completely fine. Tell me what matters most to you, and I can help you compare communities and narrow your search.

Buying a home in the St. Petersburg and Pinellas County area can come with considerations that buyers from other parts of the country may not be accustomed to. Flood zones, elevation, homeowners insurance, wind mitigation, the age and condition of the roof, HVAC and electrical systems can all be important factors when evaluating a property.

Waterfront homes and properties near the Gulf Beaches can require additional due diligence, while condo buyers should also consider association fees, reserves, building condition, insurance and any current or potential assessments. These factors can affect not only your monthly costs, but also financing and the long-term cost of owning the property.

My goal is to help you understand these considerations before you buy, connect you with the appropriate local professionals when needed, and help you ask the right questions as we evaluate properties together.

Living near the water is one of the biggest draws of the St. Petersburg area. Buyers can choose from beachfront condos, waterfront homes with docks, neighborhoods just minutes from the sand, and communities that offer easy access to boating and the Gulf.

St. Pete Beach, Treasure Island, Madeira Beach, Redington Beach, North Redington Beach, Redington Shores and Indian Shores each have their own character and housing options. Waterfront properties can also be found throughout St. Petersburg and other parts of Pinellas County, so you don’t necessarily have to live directly on the Gulf Beaches to enjoy the waterfront lifestyle.

If living near the beach, keeping a boat behind your home, watching sunsets from your balcony or simply being close to the water is part of what you’re looking for, let me know. I can help you compare locations and properties while keeping factors such as flood zones, insurance, property condition and your budget in mind.

If you’re relocating to St. Petersburg or the Tampa Bay area, choosing where to live can be difficult when you don’t know the area yet. Two neighborhoods that look close on a map can offer very different lifestyles, housing options and access to the places you’ll use most.

Through @LovingStPete, I’ve spent years exploring and sharing the restaurants, beaches, parks, neighborhoods, events, businesses and hidden gems that make this area such a great place to live. That local knowledge is also incredibly useful when helping buyers decide which communities they should consider.

Tell me what you’re looking for — whether that’s walkability, beach access, boating, a shorter commute, a pool, more space, a condo with amenities or simply a neighborhood that fits the way you want to live — and I’ll help you get oriented and narrow down your options.

Buying a home is a big decision, and my job is to make the process easier from the first conversation through closing. I can help you identify the right areas, evaluate properties, understand local considerations, structure a competitive offer and navigate inspections, negotiations and the steps that follow.

You’ll also have the advantage of my local network and the connections I’ve built through years of running @LovingStPete. When you need inspectors, insurance professionals, lenders, contractors or other local resources during the buying process, I can help connect you with experienced professionals.

Whether you’re ready to buy now or you’re simply beginning to explore your options, I’d love to learn what you’re looking for.

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