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According to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data, the average starting cost for assisted living in St. Petersburg, Florida, is $4,433 per month. Based on our trusted ranking methodology, highly rated assisted living communities in the area include American House St. Petersburg, Addington Place at College Harbor and Wentworth Central Avenue, giving you a clear starting point as you compare options for your parent or loved one.

St. Petersburg’s mild weather, coastal scenery, and friendly neighborhoods create a calming setting for older adults who need support with daily activities but want to stay engaged in the world around them. Many families value local communities’ thoughtful balance of independence and care, personal assistance, nutritious meals, and everyday services like housekeeping, maintenance, and laundry.

This guide outlines what to expect from assisted living in St. Petersburg and offers practical information to help you make confident decisions for your parent. It explains typical local costs, common payment approaches, state licensing requirements, senior-friendly activities in the area, and additional resources designed to support you throughout your family’s care journey.

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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The Belle Vista is very much like a home. My mother in law participates with the other residents. This is the first time that I seen her happy and at peace. The owner Beverly is a fantastic person. I would...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
A delightful, homey setting with personalized attention and pampered care, our facilities are much more than just a residence. We ensure the highest and safest quality of care, from specialized trained staff, to being a totally electronic based facility with the use of the IMED system for...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Belle Vista Bluffs is retirement center for elderly and disable individuals located in Largo, Florida. Although making the decision to move your elderly loved one into a retirement center is a tough decision, we makes it easy with a safe and secure assisted living and residential care facility...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Lovely Care Manor Assisted Living Facility (Clearwater Florida). THE BEST PLACE TO LIVECome home to Lovely Care Manor ALFLoving Care is Our MissionOur resident received the highest level of care available.We are a small facility owned and operated by a caring family. Our resident have the best...
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Photo of Madison Glen
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Theresa Home ALF
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Theresa Home is an assisted living community located in the beautiful seaside city of Safety Harbor, Pinellas County, Florida. This gorgeous town has everything that you could want from Florida. The beaches are beautiful, the harbor and marina are bustling and interesting, and there are fun...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Private and semi-private vacancies. Exceptional care in an at-home environment.We are a retirement home you can affford, giving care you can rely on. We are dedicated to providing you or your loved ones with a safe comfortable home. Family atmosphere in our quiet residential area with...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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I know I am at a price point due to my financial resources. Therefore, I am getting what I can afford. Golden Age ALF is the best I have found. The owner is trying really hard to be accommodating. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Golden Age Assisted Living of Tampa Bay Golden Age Assisted Living of Tampa Bay is a residential care home for seniors that can be found in the city of Tampa, Florida in Hillsborough County. Tampa is a city full of intriguing and fun recreational opportunities. Busch Gardens is one of the most...
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It’s a lovely place and the only real downside is that it’s mostly Spanish speaking care givers. I don’t speak. food is good. They seem attentive. It’s very clean. It’s very pretty. The parking is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
The Abigail is located in beautiful Tampa, Florida. We are well known for providing exceptional assisted living care to our residents. Our staff consists of well trained professionals to help you with everything day and day. We do know when leaving your home the transition can be difficult but we...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Photo of Sandra Adult Family Care Home
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Sandra Adult Family Care provides full time, family oriented assisted living in beautiful Ruskin, FL. We are located in a private home. The quiet subdivision we are located in is surrounded by small truck farms and wooded areas. We promote independent living while still giving the security of...

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How we rank order the St Petersburg community options above

We developed a proprietary recommendation system that orders St Petersburg community options based on factors we know are important to seniors and their families:

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How much does assisted living cost in St. Petersburg, FL?

In St. Petersburg, assisted living costs an average of $4,433 per month, based on A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This typically covers housing, daily meals, and basic personal care. Total expenses may increase depending on your parent’s specific care needs, the community’s location, the apartment style they choose, and any added services or amenities they use.

According to the Economic Research Institute, the overall cost of living in St. Petersburg is slightly higher than both the Florida state and national average. Overall, assisted living in St. Petersburg costs less than both the Florida statewide average of $4,853 and the national average of $5,830, making it an affordable option for local families.

Compared with other senior living options in the city, assisted living generally costs less than memory care, which averages about $5,653 per month, and is slightly more affordable than independent living, which averages $3,596 per month.

Read more: Assisted Living vs. Memory Care: 5 Key Differences

The charts below are also based on average starting costs and do not include fees for care services or any other additional expenses.

Assisted living costs in St Petersburg, FL, vs. state and national averages

St Petersburg, FL
$4,433/mo
$4,853/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in St Petersburg, FL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,433/mo
$5,653/mo

Assisted living costs in St Petersburg, FL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,065/mo
Studio
$4,324/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,127/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,175/mo

Senior living costs in St Petersburg vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: St Petersburg, FL
Column state: Florida
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Petersburg, FLFloridaU.S.
Assisted Living$4,433/mo$4,853/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$5,653/mo$5,704/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,596/mo$3,640/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
St Petersburg, FL:$4,433/mo
Florida:$4,853/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
St Petersburg, FL:$5,653/mo
Florida:$5,704/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
St Petersburg, FL:$3,596/mo
Florida:$3,640/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in St Petersburg, FL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in St Petersburg and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

St Petersburg, FLFL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in St Petersburg, FL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in St Petersburg have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
St Petersburg, FL$4,228/mo$4,158/mo+1.7%
Florida$4,661/mo$4,519/mo+3.1%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
St Petersburg, FL
2024 average cost:$4,228/mo
2023 average cost:$4,158/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
Florida
2024 average cost:$4,661/mo
2023 average cost:$4,519/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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How to pay for assisted living in St. Petersburg

Many families in St. Petersburg use a mix of financial resources to help cover assisted living costs for a parent. Common options include personal savings, proceeds from selling a home, long-term care insurance, veterans benefits, and Florida’s Medicaid programs. Using multiple sources can make monthly expenses more manageable and help ensure your parent continues to receive steady care, safety, and support.

Private pay options

Families often use a combination of personal income and assets to help pay assisted living expenses. Common sources include:

VA benefits

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers several financial programs that can help eligible veterans and surviving spouses pay for a portion of assisted living costs, easing monthly expenses for families. These benefits can provide valuable long-term support for seniors who need ongoing care. Programs commonly used to help with assisted living include:

Because VA programs have detailed applications and specific eligibility requirements, it’s important to move through the process with care. A VA-accredited benefits counselor can help ensure all documents are complete and accurate, reduce the risk of delays, and improve the likelihood that your loved one receives the full support they qualify for.

Resources for veterans in St. Petersburg

The following organizations offer support and services for the 16,000+ veterans who call St. Petersburg home.[03]

Medicaid

Medicaid is a federal–state program that helps eligible older adults receive essential health and long-term care services. In Florida, the Medicaid program is officially known as Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC). This program helps low-income elderly residents with the cost of care services in assisted living through:

  • SSI-Related Medicaid, the state’s regular Medicaid plan for elderly and disabled residents [04]
  • SMMC-LTC, a Medicaid waiver program for home and community-based long-term care services[05]

SSI-Related Medicaid is an entitlement program, meaning that any resident who meets eligibility requirements will receive services. SMMC-LTC is not an entitlement, so space may be limited and your loved one may be placed on a wait list.

While neither SSI-Related Medicaid nor SMMC-LTC will cover the cost of room and board in assisted living communities, both may cover the cost of care services, including:

Eligibility for both programs depends on a person’s income and assets, as well as their need for health care support.

Medicaid resources in St. Petersburg, Florida

To apply for Florida Medicaid, elderly residents in St. Petersburg can:

  • Complete an online application at the ACCESS Florida website
  • Visit a local Family Resource Center or a Community Partner within the Florida Department of Children and Families network
  • Complete a paper or telephone application by calling the MyACCESS customer call center at 850-300-4323

If you and your loved one have questions about how to apply or the status of an application, you can contact:

Medicare

Medicare provides health insurance for adults age 65 and older, as well as for younger individuals with certain qualifying medical conditions.[06] Although it won’t cover monthly assisted living rent, it can help lower your loved one’s overall medical expenses by paying for prescriptions, durable medical equipment, and other approved health services.

Medicare resources in St. Petersburg

For free and unbiased information about Medicare benefits, elderly residents in St. Petersburg can contact:

What families are saying about assisted living in St Petersburg

Recent reviews for assisted living in St Petersburg

Sun Towers in Sun City Center, FL

5.0
The service was outstanding because [of] the personnel [was] outstanding. The personnel [was] outstanding because the supervisory and management was outstanding.

Westminster Suncoast, a CCRC in Saint Petersburg, FL

4.9
Friendliness is one of their most outstanding features. Little bobbles and bumps happen, but all in all, Mom's been very pleased with them. She's getting ready to switch from assisted living to independent living, and she wanted to stay at Westminster Suncoast. One challenge that for some ...
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American House Sarasota

4.0
The stairways aren't very attractive, the elevators could get cleaned more frequently. Most of the meals are very good. There are not a lot of activities in house. They have outings two days per week, plus church on Sundays. At American House, they put out a schedule once per month and put it on ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Thoughtfully designed common areas. Several reviews mention the clean and attractive common areas in communities like Salterra Senior Living at St. Petersburg and Seasons Largo, which provide opportunities for socialization and relaxation. Residents enjoy activities like puzzles, bingo, and happy hours in these spaces.
Consistently good food and dining experiences. Residents can't get enough of the delicious meals and dining experiences offered at various communities. At American House St. Petersburg and Cabot Cove of Largo Assisted Living, for instance, the food has been a major factor in their overall satisfaction, with many expressing delight in the ...
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Great staff that goes above and beyond. Reviews consistently praise the caring and committed nature of staff members. At The Villas Of Casa Celeste, The Goldton at St. Petersburg, and Salterra Senior Living at St. Petersburg, families express their appreciation for the friendly, attentive, and dedicated individuals who make a di ...
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Wide range of activities for various interests. Communities offer an array of activities tailored to residents' interests. Some, like Wentworth Central Avenue, provide musical entertainment, while others, such as American House St. Petersburg, offer puzzles, happy hours, and bingo. The wide range ensures there is something for everyone.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Many residents comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces in communities. In places like American House St. Petersburg and The Goldton at St. Petersburg, the staff's dedication to maintaining the facilities is evident.
Accessible and welcoming environment. Multiple reviews mention the ease of access and inviting atmosphere at their communities. For example, at Salterra Senior Living at St. Petersburg, residents appreciate the small-scale community and the friendliness of both staff and residents, making it an enjoyable place to call home.
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St Petersburg review score based on 2,174 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 2174 reviews of 464 St Petersburg assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Petersburg review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

St Petersburg review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
St Petersburg, FL464 facilities
8.2
Tampa, FL471 facilities
8.2
Bradenton, FL129 facilities

Review subcategories for St Petersburg assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 2,174 reviews of 464 St Petersburg assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare St Petersburg resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
St Petersburg, FL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.4
Friendliness
3.6
3.5
Care services
3.3
3.2
Staff
3.5
3.4
Meals & dining
3.3
3.1
Activities
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Value for cost*
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What is assisted living like in St. Petersburg?

Assisted living communities in St. Petersburg offer a range of environments, from larger campuses to smaller, homelike settings. A Place for Mom’s partner communities provide support with daily activities in safe, well-designed surroundings, and many feature amenities such as arts and crafts, planned social events, and secure outdoor areas.

Accessibility and low stress living

Features such as wide doorways, wheelchair-friendly layouts, elevators, and handrails help residents move safely and independently. 100% of our partner communities provide 24-hour-awake staff, and many offer on-call medical support, medication management, and access to visiting health professionals such as nurses and therapists.[01] This blend of personal care and clinical oversight can help families feel confident that their loved one is supported around the clock.

Social connections

Most partner communities offer structured activities, including art classes, live music, local outings, and opportunities to dine with peers either on site or in St. Petersburg.[01] Activity directors help tailor events to a wide range of interests and abilities, encouraging residents to stay active and build friendships.

Many care types in one place

St. Petersburg also offers a strong mix of care types, with some communities focusing solely on assisted living and others offering independent living and memory care on the same campus. This range allows many older adults to age in place, accessing a higher level of support without moving to a new setting. A few partner communities also provide adult day care services.

St Petersburg assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Petersburg assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Petersburg, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in St Petersburg assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in St Petersburg that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
St Petersburg, FLNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
56.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.3%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in St Petersburg assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of St Petersburg Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
St Petersburg, FLNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
60.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50.6%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Petersburg assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of St Petersburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Petersburg, FLNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.6%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
41.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22%
19.5%
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Availability of select dining options in St Petersburg assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of St Petersburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Petersburg, FLNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.9%
32.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.2%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Petersburg assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in St Petersburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Petersburg, FLNational
Activity director
Activity director
45%
47.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.3%
31.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
50.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.3%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.8%
48%
Live performances
Live performances
45%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
34.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.5%
47.1%
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Unfamiliar with St. Petersburg? Highlights for seniors

Florida has long been considered a retirement destination, and St. Petersburg reflects many of the qualities older adults value most. Warm weather, gulf breezes, and abundant sunshine make it easy for residents to enjoy time outdoors year-round, whether that means relaxing near the water or visiting one of the city’s many parks and gardens. St. Petersburg also offers a wide range of senior-friendly activities, giving assisted living residents and their families plenty of ways to stay engaged, connected, and active.

Top hospitals for seniors in St. Petersburg

Seniors in St. Petersburg have access to several hospitals and health systems that specialize in health issues important to older adults.

Transportation for seniors in St. Petersburg

All of A Place for Mom’s partner communities in St. Pete provide free or reduced cost transportation.[01] In addition, the city offers several transportation options for older adults. Some local seniors rely on local transit services for longer distances or routine needs. The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) provides:

  • Reduced-fare bus service for adults age 65 and older with proper identification
  • PSTA Access, a paratransit service that provides door-to-door transportation for people who cannot use the regular bus system because of a disability

St. Petersburg is classified as a car-dependent city by Walk Score, which gives it the following transportation ratings out of 100:[07]

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43

Walk Score

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33

Transit Score

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59

Bike Score

Things to do in St. Petersburg for seniors and their families

St. Petersburg, known as The Sunshine City, offers older adults and their families a wide range of outdoor and cultural experiences that can be enjoyed at a comfortable pace.

Outdoors in St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg’s natural areas give seniors and families accessible ways to enjoy sunshine, wildlife, and gentle recreation.

  • Boyd Hill Nature Preserve features shaded walking trails, environmental education programs, and accessible nature viewing areas along Lake Maggiore.
  • Sawgrass Lake Park is one of Florida’s largest maple swamps and provides excellent boardwalk access for birdwatching during spring and fall migrations.
  • Sunken Gardens is a historic tropical oasis with accessible paved paths home to more than 50,000 exotic tropical plants and birds from around the world, including its iconic flamingo flock.

Arts and culture

The city’s museums and arts venues offer enriching, air-conditioned experiences ideal for seniors and visiting family.

  • The Dalí Museum houses the largest collection of Salvador Dalí’s works outside Europe and provides rotating exhibits and accessible galleries.
  • Duncan McClellan Gallery showcases contemporary glass art in indoor and outdoor spaces and offers free admission.
  • Morean Arts Center provides free gallery exhibitions as well as classes and demonstrations for beginners and experienced artists.

Assisted living laws and regulations in Florida

Assisted living communities are generally regulated by state governments. This means that rules and operation requirements vary by state and by the type of care a community provides. Learning about how assisted living is regulated can help you make informed care decisions.

Read more: Assisted living regulations in Florida

Why do licensure and inspection reports matter to families?

State regulations — and a community’s track record with inspections and licensing — offer important insights into safety and quality of care in senior living communities.

Download the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports to learn what to look for in an inspection report and what questions to ask when touring communities. This resource explains how to use state licensure and inspection information to evaluate a community’s compliance, care standards, and responsiveness to issues.

Frequently Asked Questions

The average cost of assisted living in St. Petersburg, is $4,433 per month.
No, Medicare won’t pay for assisted living in St. Petersburg.
Yes, seniors in St. Petersburg can use their Social Security benefits however they see fit, including paying for assisted living.
Yes, Florida’s Medicaid program will cover some costs of assisted living for eligible residents. Medicaid won’t cover the cost of room and board, though.
Of A Place for Mom’s partner assisted living communities in St. Petersburg: 58% offer vegetarian menus 38% provide gluten-free meals 29% provide vegan options 29% offer kosher meals
Yes. More than 83% transport residents to local religious activities, and 75% offer onsite services.

References

  1. A Place For Mom. (2026.) A Place For Mom proprietary data.

  2. Economic Research Institute. (2026, March 26). Cost of living data in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States.

  3. Census Reporter. (2024). St. Petersburg, FL.

  4. Florida Department of Children and Families. (2025, July). SSI-Related Medicaid program fact sheet.

  5. Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. Assistive care services.

  6. U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Get started with Medicare. Medicare.gov.

  7. Walk Score. (2026). Living in St. Petersburg.

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1.

A Place For Mom. (2026.) A Place For Mom proprietary data.

2.

Economic Research Institute. (2026, March 26). Cost of living data in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States.

3.

Census Reporter. (2024). St. Petersburg, FL.

4.

Florida Department of Children and Families. (2025, July). SSI-Related Medicaid program fact sheet.

5.

Florida Agency for Health Care Administration. Assistive care services.

6.

U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Get started with Medicare. Medicare.gov.

7.

Walk Score. (2026). Living in St. Petersburg.