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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern kitchen
  • Gated access
  • Sleek stainless steel appliances
  • Abundant storage
  • Open-concept living spaces
  • Stunning walk-in tile shower

Location

6262 Emerson Ave S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33707, USA
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Management

Birch Haven Management, LLC

Leasing office

(727) 513-7124 ext. 2

Property Overview

Bear Creek Apartments (1) offers strong overall value with an 8.8/10 expert rating, highlighted by top scores for price and amenities and a convenient location close to everyday essentials. Residents can enjoy modern kitchens with sleek stainless steel appliances, open-concept living spaces with abundant storage, and features like a stunning walk-in tile shower and gated access. It is also well-suited for pet owners, with hard-surface flooring and multiple nearby pet services, including grooming, hospitals, and supply stores.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Bear Creek Apartments (1) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bear Creek Apartments (1) 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

  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath960 sqft$1,585 /mo1 unit availableExperience elevated living in this spacious two-bedroom, two-bath end-unit apartment on the second floor of a two-story building, perfectly positioned near Stetson Law School and some of America’s finest beaches. Enjoy serene pool views from your private vantage point, with cozy vinyl flooring flowing throughout the open-concept living spaces and in the bedrooms. The seamless design connects the modern kitchen—featuring generous granite countertops, abundant storage, and sleek stainless steel appliances—to the bright living room, ideal for effortless daily life and gatherings. Retreat to the luxurious master suite, complete with an ensuite bath showcasing a stunning walk-in tile shower, while the guest bathroom offers a beautifully renovated tub/shower combo for added convenience. Nestled in this quaint, fully fenced community with gated access straight to the Pinellas Trail, you’re just a quick walk or bike ride from Pinellas County’s top attractions, blending tranquility with unbeatable connectivity.

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Amenities for Bear Creek Apartments (1)

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKCommunity Laundry
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Community PoolSwimming Pool

Services

Pest Control

Neighborhood

Community Dog Park
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

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About Bear Creek Apartments (1)

Home Bear Creek Apartments (1)

Experience elevated living in this spacious two-bedroom, two-bath end-unit apartment on the second floor of a two-story building, perfectly positioned near Stetson Law School and some of America’s finest beaches. Enjoy serene pool views from your private vantage point, with cozy vinyl flooring flowing throughout the open-concept living spaces and in the bedrooms. The seamless design connects the modern kitchen—featuring generous granite countertops, abundant storage, and sleek stainless steel appliances—to the bright living room, ideal for effortless daily life and gatherings. Retreat to the luxurious master suite, complete with an ensuite bath showcasing a stunning walk-in tile shower, while the guest bathroom offers a beautifully renovated tub/shower combo for added convenience. Nestled in this quaint, fully fenced community with gated access straight to the Pinellas Trail, you’re just a quick walk or bike ride from Pinellas County’s top attractions, blending tranquility with unbeatable connectivity.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Bear Creek Apartments (1) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Bear Creek Apartments (1) 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 Bear Creek Apartments (1)
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.
Bear Creek Apartments (1) 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·10A 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.
Bear Creek Apartments (1) stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Bear Creek Apartments (1) 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 Bear Creek Apartments (1) 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.

Bear Creek Apartments (1) is great for:

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • 9 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 Bear Creek Apartments (1) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 338 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Saint Petersburg

2-bedroom apartments at Bear Creek Apartments (1) cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Saint Petersburg.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Saint Petersburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Saint Petersburg
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,500
July 2024$1,518
August 2024$1,560
September 2024$1,696
October 2024$1,745
November 2024$1,795
December 2024$1,685
January 2025$1,975
February 2025$2,127
March 2025$2,064
January 2026$1,200
February 2026$1,200
March 2026$1,197
April 2026$1,200
May 2026$1,295

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,585.
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Schools near Bear Creek Apartments (1)

Bear Creek Elementary School

350 61st st s

st petersburg, FL, 33707

PK, K-5Public
B

Midtown Academy

1701 10th st s

st petersburg, FL, 33705

K-5Public
A-

Exceptional Student Education - Countywide

6698 68th ave n ste d

pinellas park, FL, 33781

PK, K-12Public

Nina Harris Exceptional Student Education Center

6000 70th ave n

pinellas park, FL, 33781

PK, K-12Public

Pinellas Virtual Academy

5900 16th st s

st. petersburg, FL, 33703

K-12Public
A-
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Saint Petersburg near 6262 Emerson Ave S

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 6262 Emerson Ave S, Saint Petersburg

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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