Explore the Dolphin Cay Neighborhood of St Petersburg, Florida

Dolphin Cay is one of St. Petersburg's most prestigious and unique waterfront gated communities. Filled with resort-style amenities and situated right on Boca Ciega Bay, this 88-acre property boasts lush tropical landscaping, gorgeous open water views, and breathtaking year-round sunsets.

The amenities at Dolphin Cay include 3 beautiful community pools, 3 Har-Tru lighted tennis courts, a health & fitness center (complete with a sauna!), a billiard's room, and a charming community library. For the outdoor enthusiast, your playground awaits…There's a private 2-acre white sandy beach with SPECTACULAR views, grilling & picnic areas, a launch area for kayaks, 4 miles of boardwalks, and nature trails that meander through a 24-acre wildlife preserve, PLUS a private 100-foot fishing pier.

If security and attention to detail are on your wish list, you'll be happy to know this gated St. Pete community comes fully staffed with around-the-clock security personnel at the guardhouse, an on-site manager for residents, and maintenance personnel who maintain the beautifully landscaped grounds and common areas.

Many residents enjoy this waterfront community's easy access to I-275 and Downtown St. Petersburg, and its proximity to the award-winning gulf beaches. Tampa Int’l Airport is just a quick 30-minute drive, and the popular Eckerd College campus is just minutes from the front gates. Love golf? Then consider a membership at the nearby Isla Del Sol Yacht and Country Club, which is full of amenities for dining, outdoor recreation, and social events. 

For dining & entertainment, once you exit the gates, your biggest decision will be to take a left to the nightlife and excitement of St. Pete or to make a right to head over towards the relaxing beach vibes of St. Pete Beach, Pass-a-Grille, and more. If you're longing to feel the pulse of the city life, check out IL Ritorno on Central Avenue or Allelo Wine Bar on Downtown St. Pete's bustling Beach Drive. If the beach is calling your name, head over the bridge to Skidder's Restaurant on Gulf Boulevard, or take the elevator to Level 11 at the Bellwether Beach Resort for expansive oceanfront beach views, frozen tropical beverages, and gorgeous Gulf of Mexico sunsets!

Why It's a Good Place to Invest in Real Estate

Dolphin Cay is comprised of 7 separate condominium buildings, 46 single-family, custom residences, and an additional 21 Lake-Front properties surrounding Spoonbill Lake. As the population of Pinellas County has grown, so has the popularity of gated communities like Dolphin Cay. Buyers anxious to find large homes that accommodate a 'work-from-home' environment or that want 'staycation' style amenities will love this community. 

Over the past year, prices of homes in Dolphin Cay have increased a healthy +28% as the demand for housing in St. Petersburg and Pinellas County has grown. As of the publication date, the median sale price of a home in Dolphin Cay was $850,000. The smallest condos in this community start in the low-mid $600's, with the larger single-family homes selling for over $2 million.  However, with a variety of price points and a location that can't be beat if you love outdoor living and the beaches, we won't be surprised if home prices continue their upward trend in Dolphin Cay throughout 2021. If you'd like more information on buying or selling a home in Dolphin Cay, please don't hesitate to contact us at (727) 400-3315 or message us directly by clicking HERE.