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Condo in Saint Petersburg, Pinellas County, FL · 325 units

Paradise Shores

5230 81st St N, Saint Petersburg, FL 33709-2252

325 units
Records last updated Jul 2026 · Sources: FL DBPR · County records · FEMA Is this your building? Request a correction

Overview

Paradise Shores Apartments is a vibrant 55-plus community known for its convenient location near the beach, shopping centers, and local amenities including a swimming pool and barbecue area. The neighborhood features well-kept grounds and friendly residents. While historical feedback noted concerns with maintenance and management, recent observations highlight a clean, well-maintained environment, though some recent attention has been drawn to notable increases in monthly fees.

Overview compiled from public sources — verify details independently.

At a glance

Facts, not verdicts
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Reviews
4 themes

325 residential units on record.

Is Paradise Shores safe? Structure & milestone status

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Milestone inspection (SB 4-D) Being verified

What are the HOA fees at Paradise Shores?

Fee information for this building is being verified from public records.

Local condo market — Saint Petersburg, FL 33709

Median sale price $277,000 Source: Redfin
Median days on market 82 days Source: Redfin
Year-over-year price change +5.5% Source: Redfin

ZIP-level market snapshot from Redfin public data · updated monthly

What is the flood risk at Paradise Shores?

Flood and wind exposure for this building are being verified from FEMA and county records.

Permits & activity

Permit activity is being compiled from the county building department index.

What residents say about living at Paradise Shores

What works

Well maintainedStrong amenitiesQuietGood location

What doesn't

Fee hikesDeferred maintenance

Ongoing, not one-off

  • Fees

Recently addressed

MaintenanceManagement responsiveness

Criticized in earlier reviews, then improved.

Aggregated from public reviews. No individuals are named.

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Frequently asked

Is Paradise Shores safe to live in?

Aedificio doesn't grade or judge buildings. What we can tell you is factual. Applicability is a regulatory classification and does not indicate any problem. For a professional assessment, consult a licensed inspector.

What are the HOA fees at Paradise Shores?

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Does Paradise Shores require a milestone inspection?

Based on available records, this building is not classified within the 3+ story milestone-inspection requirement. Verify with the association.

Can you get a mortgage on a condo here?

Condo mortgage eligibility depends on the project's "warrantability" (Fannie Mae / Freddie Mac criteria: owner-occupancy, reserves, litigation, insurance). Aedificio surfaces the public inputs; your lender makes the warrantability determination.

Is Paradise Shores in a flood zone?

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