Redington Shores
A small barrier island town with a big public beach park, bay side canal streets full of boat lifts, and a hometown calendar of picnics and holiday parades.
You take the boat out from your canal in the morning, spend the afternoon at the beach access park and finish with a casual dinner a short walk up Gulf Boulevard.
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Nightlife2
Mostly neighborhood bars and grills along Gulf Boulevard, plus sunset on the sand. For music and a bigger crowd you head south to John's Pass in Madeira Beach, about 10 minutes away.
Meet people3
Easier than you would think for a town this size. Town Hall runs a fall picnic, a Trunk or Treat, a community yard sale, a Christmas tree lighting and both a holiday boat parade and a golf cart parade, and residents sit down with commissioners at regular coffee meetups.
Peace and quiet4
Generally quiet, especially on the bay side streets. In 2026 there is still plenty of construction as storm damaged homes come down and new elevated ones go up, so weekday noise is real.
Walkability3
Somewhat walkable. You can reach the beach, the town nature park and a few restaurants on foot, but groceries and bigger errands mean driving over the bridge to Seminole or down to Madeira Beach.
On the water4
Strong water access. Bay side streets run along canals off the Intracoastal with docks and lifts, there is a local yacht club, and the Gulf is a short boat ride through the passes.
Beaches4
The county beach access park has a wide stretch of Gulf sand, restrooms and showers, and the rest of the shoreline is lined with condos and homes. Shorebirds nest along parts of the beach in summer.
Dining and arts3
Casual and local, mostly grills, seafood and pizza along Gulf Boulevard. Coco Wood Grill reopened after Helene. For more choice, Madeira Beach and Seminole are 10 to 15 minutes away.
Outdoors and wellness3
Beach walks, paddling the bay and fishing from docks are the daily routine. Del Bello Nature Park in town is a small green space, and Sand Key Park and Fort De Soto are short drives.
Affordability2
Pricey for the area. Redfin put the median sale price around $625K in September 2026 with homes sitting about 117 days. Rebuild costs, elevation rules and flood insurance weigh heavily on older homes.
Airport access4
St. Pete Clearwater (PIE) is about 25 minutes away and Tampa International (TPA) about 40 minutes.
Scores last checked October 2026. Scores rate what the town offers, never who lives there. How we score
Community and social scene
Evenings start with sunset on the beach, then dinner at a grill on Gulf Boulevard or a quick drive to John's Pass. Bay side, people sit out on their docks as the boats come in. It winds down early most nights.
Community at a glance
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For music and a bigger crowd you head south to John's Pass in Madeira Beach, about 10 minutes away.See live music near Redington Shores on the mapTrivia nightsOn the map
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Tampa Bay Rays (MLB) in St. Petersburg, 12 miles awayTampa Bay Buccaneers (NFL) in Tampa, 23 miles awayTampa Bay Lightning (NHL) in Tampa, 25 miles awaySpring training: Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater, 11 miles awaySpring training: Toronto Blue Jays at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, 12 miles awayMiles are in a straight line, so the drive is longer.Places of worshipOn the map
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Town Picnic
A fall picnic put on by the town and run with volunteer help; the 2026 one was held October 17.Holiday Boat Parade
Decorated boats cruise the waterways each December; the 2026 parade is set for December 13.Holiday Golf Cart Parade
Neighbors deck out golf carts and roll through town in December.Christmas Tree Lighting at Del Bello Nature Park
An early December evening gathering at the town's nature park.We write about places and events, never about who lives there. Times and dates change, so confirm before you go.
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The honest details
- Home prices
- About $625K median sale price (Redfin, Sept 2026)
- Nearest hospital
- HCA Florida Largo West Hospital, about 4 miles. Nearest trauma center: Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital (Level II), about 13 miles. Straight line distance, so the drive is longer.
- Airport
- St. Pete Clearwater (PIE), about 25 minutes; Tampa (TPA), about 40 minutes
- Season
- Busy late winter through spring and on summer weekends
- Heads up
- Heavy Helene and Milton flooding in 2024, many homes demolished or being rebuilt and elevated; storm surge risk and high flood insurance
- Insurance
- Florida averages about $10,384 a year for $250K of coverage (MoneyGeek, 2026). Get a quote and check the flood zone for any address. Read more
- Why people love it
- Wide public beach with good parking. Canal homes with docks on the bay side.
- Know before you go
- Many lots still under construction after 2024. Limited shopping on the island.
- Schools
- See official grades and district info on the Florida Department of Education site.
Common questions about Redington Shores
Is Redington Shores walkable?
In parts. Some errands are walkable, most are a short drive. Somewhat walkable. You can reach the beach, the town nature park and a few restaurants on foot, but groceries and bigger errands mean driving over the bridge to Seminole or down to Madeira Beach.
Does Redington Shores have a good beach?
Yes, a very good one. The county beach access park has a wide stretch of Gulf sand, restrooms and showers, and the rest of the shoreline is lined with condos and homes. Shorebirds nest along parts of the beach in summer.
Is Redington Shores affordable?
It is on the expensive side for the Florida coast. Home prices: About $625K median sale price (Redfin, Sept 2026). Pricey for the area. Redfin put the median sale price around $625K in September 2026 with homes sitting about 117 days. Rebuild costs, elevation rules and flood insurance weigh heavily on older homes.
What is the nightlife like in Redington Shores?
Quiet, with a handful of places to go. Evenings start with sunset on the beach, then dinner at a grill on Gulf Boulevard or a quick drive to John's Pass. Bay side, people sit out on their docks as the boats come in. It winds down early most nights.
How busy does Redington Shores get?
It is quiet most of the year. Generally quiet, especially on the bay side streets. In 2026 there is still plenty of construction as storm damaged homes come down and new elevated ones go up, so weekday noise is real.
Is Redington Shores good for boating and fishing?
Yes. This is a strong boating town. Strong water access. Bay side streets run along canals off the Intracoastal with docks and lifts, there is a local yacht club, and the Gulf is a short boat ride through the passes.
Which airport is closest to Redington Shores?
St. Pete Clearwater (PIE) is about 25 minutes away and Tampa International (TPA) about 40 minutes.
What should I know before moving to Redington Shores?
The main things to plan for: Heavy Helene and Milton flooding in 2024, many homes demolished or being rebuilt and elevated; storm surge risk and high flood insurance. Florida homeowners insurance averages about $10,384 a year for $250K of dwelling coverage (MoneyGeek, 2026). Get a quote and check the flood zone for any address before you commit.
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