St. Petersburg has a lot of second homes: Census estimates put its vacancy rate above 15%, much of it seasonal. Many owners live up north. Then Hurricane Helene's 2024 storm surge flooded low-lying neighborhoods like Shore Acres, and owners far away were left facing flooded houses and new rebuilding rules. Condo owners also face new state inspection and reserve requirements. If you'd rather sell than rebuild from out of state, we'll make you a cash offer as-is.
We buy houses in all 50 states. These are just some of the areas we serve. Don't see your city? We still want to hear from you.
St. Petersburg areas we buy in
We buy across the city, including Shore Acres, Snell Isle, the Old Northeast, Historic Kenwood, Crescent Lake, Jungle Prada, Disston Heights, Euclid-St. Paul, Childs Park, Riviera Bay and the Bayway area. We also buy in Gulfport, Pinellas Park, Lealman and elsewhere in Pinellas County, and across the bay in Tampa.
Common problems for out-of-state St. Pete owners
- Flood damage. Surge-flooded homes and the rebuild rules that come with them.
- Insurance. Wind and flood premiums, roof age and 4-point problems.
- Condo assessments. Special assessments tied to newer condo safety requirements.
- Seasonal homes. Houses that sit empty and pick up humidity and maintenance problems.
How a remote sale works
We make the offer by phone, you sign electronically, and a mobile notary handles closing near you. Leave whatever you don't want.
See our pages for an inherited house, probate, a house that needs repairs, being a tired landlord, or a vacant house.
Probate in St. Petersburg
Estates for Pinellas County residents go through the Sixth Judicial Circuit Court. Summary administration can work for estates of $150,000 or less, or when the death was more than two years ago. See our Florida page.
Questions out-of-state St. Pete owners ask
Will you buy a house that flooded?
Yes. We buy as-is, including gutted houses.
Do you buy condos?
Yes, including condos facing special assessments. Call to talk through it.
Do I have to come to Florida?
No. You can close remotely.