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Feb 23, 2026

St. Petersburg, FL Edition

Local tips, real estate insights, and weekly deals curated for St. Petersburg.

Week of Feb 9, 2026

$37 at ABC if you can get it.

Drinks like a $75+ bottle.
Sells out fast now that the word is out.


Penelope Wheated Straight Bourbon Whiskey

1. Best Bourbon <$40

I thought I hated Indian food until I had the Vegetable Curry ($16.99) at Malai.
The Tandoori Roti (flatbread) is amazing. If you don't know what to order, ask the server. They all know the menu front to back.

Malai on Central

2. Best Curry DTSP

Deals of the Week

< $500,000

  • 3/2
  • 2 car garage
  • 1546 square feet
  • Low-risk flood zone
  • Long time on the market
  • Looks like a motivated seller

2217 65th Place:

Why I like it:

Current Price: $449,000 ($290/square foot)

Target Price: $419,000 ($271/SF)

  • Big! 1980 square feet
  • 2 car garage
  • Historic neighborhood
  • Low-risk flood zone
  • Room for renovations (if you have the cash)
  • Long time on the market

310 N Lincoln (Clearwater)

Why I like it:

Current Price: $489,000 ($246/square foot)

Target Price: $445,000 ($225/SF)

Numbers

5.9%

Mortgage Rate

-2.3%

Home prices 12 months

+14%

Housing inventory change

(60)

REALTOR | BROKER ASSOCIATE

Steve Reynolds

I’m Steve Reynolds — a downtown St. Pete realtor who helps renters become confident buyers. I live here, work here, and track the market daily so you don’t have to.

PH: 813-505-6796

steve@iownthis.town

3 ways I can help

1. e-book: 4 Rules for Buying in a Buyers Market

  • You set the price, not the seller.
  • How to avoid risky "up and coming" areas
  • How to choose low-maintenance homes
  • Stick to Broad Appeal homes

If you're buying

2. 10-Minute Strategy Call

Not sure where to start? I’ll walk you through the basics in 10 minutes.
No pressure.
No commitments — just clarity

Text: "I'm thinking about buying a house"

(and want to save thousands on commissions)

3. If you're selling

With FeeWise, commissions are based on your home's Sellability Score.

If your home is in good condition, priced right and has newer systems (AC, roof, etc.), you pay a lower commission. Simple as that.

Dalton Wade Real Estate

Steve Reynolds, Realtor | Broker Associate

Phil Wade, Broker

260 1st Ave S
St Petersburg, Fl 33701