Welcome to Tierra Verde
Tierra Verde is one of Florida’s most unique and desirable residential communities. It is located in Pinellas County, Florida, and is nestled between St. Petersburg and the Gulf of Mexico, providing residents with the best of both worlds. The island community is connected to the mainland through a series of bridges and is surrounded by other keys and nature preserves. The community offers a comfortable, upscale lifestyle, with various homes and architecture for buyers to choose from, ranging from quaint beach cottages to luxurious Mediterranean-style estates. With its lush tropical landscape and breathtaking views of the surrounding waterways, it is easy to see why many people call Tierra Verde their home.
Tierra Verde provides quick access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. It is a beautiful community that provides residents with a serene and tranquil lifestyle. The lush landscape and coastal views are breathtaking and inspiring, with many homes sitting at the water’s edge. The architecture ranges from Mediterranean-style estates to coastal contemporary properties to ranch-style homes, so there’s plenty of variety — incorporating an array of traditional and modern styles for a charming island vibe with an upscale feel.
What to Love
- A quiet community with a tranquil lifestyle
- Luxury waterfront homes and amenities
- Boating lifestyle with access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico
- Stunning views and close to St. Petersburg
Local Lifestyle
Tierra Verde offers a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere with gorgeous waterfront homes and large, private lots. The area is known for its outdoor attractions, including Fort De Soto Park, Shell Key Preserve, bike trails, and the nearby Gulf islands. Residents enjoy the small-town feel and beautiful views of the surrounding areas. The spectacular island community is known for its lush, tropical atmosphere and stunning bay views.
Residents of Tierra Verde love the laid-back lifestyle and outdoor activities, including fishing, boating, paddle boarding, and kayaking in the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Homes here are luxurious, and many are built with Mediterranean or Key West-style architecture, giving the community a unique and picturesque flair.
Dining, Entertainment & Shopping
Tierra Verde also offers a wide selection of shopping and dining options. The Island Grille & Raw Bar is a waterfront dining option with a dock for boats. The restaurant is a lively space with live music that serves fresh seafood, steak, and hearty dishes like pasta and burgers. Billy’s Stone Crab & Seafood Restaurant and Bar is an award-winning restaurant in a natural harbor surrounded by native cypress. The restaurant serves fresh local seafood and is best known for the stone crab.
Tony & Nello’s is a mom-and-pop Italian restaurant loved by many locals for its made-from-scratch dishes and gourmet pizzas. Vista at the Top is an upscale rooftop restaurant with beautiful views, a contemporary menu, and tropical drinks.
Things to Do
In addition to the beautiful scenery, Tierra Verde also offers a range of attractions and outdoor activities. Fort De Soto Park is a stunning and expansive park with more than seven miles of waterfront space, including beaches, campsites, playgrounds, walking trails, fishing piers, swim centers, and a boat launch facility. The Tierra Verde Car & Truck Show is an annual event that features custom cars and trucks, local cuisines, activities, vendors, live music, and an award ceremony for winning vehicles.
The Tierra Verde Marina is a resort-style marina with detailed services, a boat club, a pool, and a restaurant. The upscale marina is the perfect facility for the boating community to dock and store vessels. Shell Key Preserve spans over 1,800 acres and is a protected space for migratory birds. The stunning natural environment is popular for boating, fishing, and sunset walks along the shore.
Schools
Pinellas County School District provides excellent public schools and magnet programs, and Tierra Verde is close to many of the top private schools in St. Petersburg.
- St. Petersburg Collegiate High School, 9-12
- St. Petersburg Catholic High, 9-12, private
- Shorecrest Preparatory School, PK-12, private
- Admiral Farragut Academy, K-12, private, boarding and preparatory
- Canterbury School of Florida, PK-12, private
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