This Memorial Day, St Petersburg Homeonwers Have More to Celebrate Than Ever.

As we honor those who served, the Sunshine City's real estate market is giving buyers and sellers plenty of reasons to look forward — and move fast.

Memorial Day weekend marks more than the unofficial start of summer — in St. Petersburg, it signals the beginning of one of the most active stretches in the local real estate calendar. While families gather for parades down Central Avenue and fireworks over Tampa Bay, buyers and sellers are quietly making moves that could define where they call home for years to come.

At Hofacker & Associates, we've been part of this community since 1977 — watching St. Pete grow, evolve, and become one of Florida's most sought-after places…

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Choosing between Pinellas and Hillsborough County is the #1 dilemma for buyers moving to the Tampa Bay area this year. While they share the same sunshine, the lifestyle, taxes, and "bang for your buck" vary wildly.

As local experts working across both counties, here is the 2026 breakdown to help you decide.

1. The Inventory & Price Gap

In 2026, we are seeing a unique trend: Hillsborough is for space; Pinellas is for place.

  • Hillsborough County: With more land available, areas like Riverview, Brandon, and Wesley Chapel offer newer, larger homes. You’ll likely find more square footage and a 3-car garage for your budget here.

  • Pinellas County: Land is finite. Inventory remains tighter in St. Pete and Clearwater, which keeps home…

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