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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Modern living
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Private fenced backyards
  • Stylish hard-surface flooring

Location

621 88th Ave N, St Petersburg, FL 33702, USA
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Management

Palm Communities

Leasing office

(727) 209-7170

Property Overview

Northcrest Villas offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and upgraded living, with an 8.4/10 Zumper expert rating, a 10/10 price rating, and a 9/10 location rating. Residents can expect on-site laundry, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, private fenced backyards, stylish hard-surface flooring, and a beautifully renovated apartment community, all contributing to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Northcrest Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Northcrest Villas has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,625 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Northcrest Villas, a beautifully renovated apartment community in the heart of St. Petersburg’s Gateway area. These spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath homes feature modern upgrades throughout, including granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and stylish hard-surface flooring. Enjoy the comfort of central A/C, on-site laundry, and private parking, and private fenced backyards perfect for outdoor relaxation! Nestled in the charming Rio Vista area of St. Pete, this boutique community puts you within minutes of everything you need: 15 min Downtown, 5 min Gandy Bridge, I-275, Tampa International Plaza, and numerous shops and restaurants. Destinations like Target, Noble Crust, Publix, and Starbucks are all only a short drive away. Northcrest Villas combines everyday convenience with modern living. And we are currently offering a move-in special: discounted security deposit and a month’s rent FREE if qualified!

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Amenities for Northcrest Villas

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Laundry Room On-siteOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Private Parking
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units12

About Northcrest Villas

HomeApartments in St. Petersburg Northcrest Villas

Welcome to Northcrest Villas, a beautifully renovated apartment community in the heart of St. Petersburg’s Gateway area. These spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath homes feature modern upgrades throughout, including granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and stylish hard-surface flooring. Enjoy the comfort of central A/C, on-site laundry, and private parking, and private fenced yards perfect for outdoor relaxation. Conveniently located near Target, Noble Curst, I-275, and more dining, and major roadways, Northcrest Villas combines everyday convenience with modern living!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Northcrest Villas is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Northcrest Villas has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Northcrest Villas
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Northcrest Villas offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Northcrest Villas is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Northcrest Villas is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Northcrest Villas does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Northcrest Villas is great for:

Pet owners

  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Northcrest Villas compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in St Petersburg

2-bedroom apartments at Northcrest Villas cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in St Petersburg.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
St Petersburg
A table of studio rental data trends in St Petersburg
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,537
December 2024$1,481
January 2025$1,392
February 2025$1,342
March 2025$1,485
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,716
June 2025$1,622
July 2025$1,500
August 2025$1,498
September 2025$1,417
October 2025$1,388
November 2025$1,338
December 2025$1,395
January 2026$1,323
February 2026$1,298
March 2026$1,295
April 2026$1,335
May 2026$1,380
June 2026$1,353
July 2026$1,300
August 2026$1,267
September 2026$1,280
October 2026$1,285

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$65,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,625.
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Schools near Northcrest Villas

Sawgrass Lake Elementary School

1815 77th ave n

st petersburg, FL, 33702

PK, K-5Public
B

Northeast High School

5500 16th st n

st petersburg, FL, 33703

PK, 9-12Public
B+

Richard L. Sanders School

5025 76th ave n

pinellas park, FL, 33781

K-12Public

Nina Harris Exceptional Student Education Center

6000 70th ave n

pinellas park, FL, 33781

PK, K-12Public

Exceptional Student Education - Countywide

6698 68th ave n ste d

pinellas park, FL, 33781

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around St Petersburg near 621 88th Ave N

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 621 88th Ave N, St Petersburg

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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