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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Lush landscaping
  • Granite counters
  • 2-tone paint
  • Private on-site parking
  • Convenient laundry room

Location

1200 Beach Dr Ne, St Petersburg, FL 33701, USA|Historic Old Northeast
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Management

Palm Communities

Leasing office

(727) 209-7170

Property Overview

Southern Oaks receives a strong overall rating of 8.3 from Zumper, highlighting its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities, including stainless steel appliances and lush landscaping. Located near numerous conveniences, it boasts an impressive location rating of 9, while also featuring transparency and trustworthiness in its description. Additionally, the property is recognized for its pet-friendly environment, supported by nearby resources for pet owners.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Southern Oaks is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southern Oaks 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

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1br/1ba1 bed1 bath600 sqft$1,725 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Southern Oaks in the heart of St Petersburg's prestigious Old Northeast. We have a rare opening for a 1Bed-1Bath apartment. Inside, you'll find a completely renovated condo-grade apartment with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, 2-tone paint, and hard flooring throughout. Outside, you'll find lush landscaping, private on-site parking, a convenient laundry room, and a short walk to Vinoy Park & St Pete's beautiful waterfront including the new pier and all downtown has to offer! Contact us today before this opportunity is gone! [Close to St Anthony's Hospital, Tropicana Field, I-275, St Pete Beach, Carrillon, USF St Pete, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital]

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Amenities for Southern Oaks

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Laundry Room On-siteOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned 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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units15
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About Southern Oaks

HomeApartments in St. PetersburgHistoric Old Northeast Southern Oaks

Welcome to Southern Oaks in the heart of St Petersburg's prestigious Old Northeast. We have a rare opening for a 1Bed-1Bath apartment. Inside, you'll find a completely renovated condo-grade apartment with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, 2-tone paint, and hard flooring throughout. Outside, you'll find lush landscaping, private on-site parking, a convenient laundry room, and a short walk to Vinoy Park & St Pete's beautiful waterfront including the new pier and all downtown has to offer! Contact us today before this opportunity is gone! [Close to St Anthony's Hospital, Tropicana Field, I-275, St Pete Beach, Carrillon, USF St Pete, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital]


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Southern Oaks is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southern Oaks 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 Southern Oaks
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.
Southern Oaks 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, Southern Oaks 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.
Southern Oaks 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·9A 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.
Southern Oaks has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Southern Oaks provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Southern Oaks is great for:

Pet owners

  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 Southern Oaks compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Historic Old Northeast

1-bedroom apartments at Southern Oaks cost about 6% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Historic Old Northeast.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Historic Old Northeast
St. Petersburg
A table of studio rental data trends in St. Petersburg
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,444
April 2024$1,426
May 2024$1,405
June 2024$1,452
July 2024$1,450
August 2024$1,477
September 2024$1,720
October 2024$1,584
November 2024$1,585
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Historic Old Northeast
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,322
April 2024$1,295
May 2024$1,330
June 2024$1,343
July 2024$1,443
August 2024$1,450
September 2024$1,443
October 2024$1,500
November 2024$1,382
December 2024$1,347
January 2025$1,491
February 2025$1,445
March 2025$1,538
April 2025$1,512
May 2025$1,543
June 2025$1,500
July 2025$1,500
August 2025$1,464
September 2025$1,415
October 2025$1,405
November 2025$1,406
December 2025$1,395
January 2026$1,353
February 2026$1,295
March 2026$1,245

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1200 Beach Dr Ne?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$69,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $69,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,725.
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Schools near Southern Oaks

North Shore Elementary School

200 35th ave ne

st petersburg, FL, 33704

PK, K-5Public
B

Midtown Academy

1701 10th st s

st petersburg, FL, 33705

K-5Public
A-

Pinellas Virtual Academy

5900 16th st s

st. petersburg, FL, 33703

K-12Public
A-

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
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Neighborhood

Historic Old Northeast | St. Petersburg, FL

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

Getting around St Petersburg near 1200 Beach Dr Ne

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1200 Beach Dr Ne, St Petersburg

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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701 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N

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