St. Petersburg, Florida
Pasadena
Golf and Bay Homes in St. Petersburg, Florida
Golf and waterfront community near Boca Ciega Bay.
What Is Pasadena Like?
Pasadena is a west St. Petersburg residential area centered around Historic Pasadena Estates and the private Pasadena Yacht and Country Club, which dates to 1924. The 18-hole championship course was designed by Wayne Stiles and later renovated by Arnold Palmer, and the club's first golf professional was the legendary Walter Hagen.
Beyond the golf course itself, the surrounding neighborhood offers a coastal resort-style lifestyle just minutes from downtown St. Petersburg and the Gulf beaches. Homes range from single-family ranch and estate homes to condos and townhomes overlooking the bay, and the private club adds an 82-slip yacht basin and multiple dining venues for members.
The Pasadena area sells at a premium to both the Gulfport and citywide St. Petersburg medians, reflecting its combination of golf, water access, and proximity to Pass-a-Grille and the beaches along Gulf Boulevard. Golfers comparing club neighborhoods can also look at Lakewood Estates golf course homes, and buyers who want to live near the sand can start with St. Pete beach property.
What Is Historic Pasadena Estates in St. Petersburg?
Historic Pasadena Estates is the residential heart of Pasadena on the west side of St. Petersburg, Florida, built around the private Pasadena Yacht and Country Club, which dates to 1924. The neighborhood sits near Boca Ciega Bay and spans the border area between St. Petersburg and Gulfport.
Homes range from single-family ranch and estate homes to condos and townhomes overlooking the bay. Some sit along the golf course, some face Boca Ciega Bay and others line interior streets, and each setting comes with its own trade-offs.
What to check for each address
- Municipality: confirm whether the home is in St. Petersburg or Gulfport, since it affects city services, taxes and permitting
- Flood zone: bay-facing homes and condos often carry different designations than interior and golf-adjacent lots
- Fees: each condo and townhome building has its own budget, reserves and any special assessments
Liane's team requests the elevation certificate, association budget and reserve reports for the homes you like and delivers them to you to review with your attorney and insurance agent. If golf is the draw, compare Lakewood Estates golf course homes, or see every area on the St. Petersburg neighborhood map.
What Is the Pasadena Real Estate Market Like?
Source: public IDX Broker listings for Pasadena, St. Petersburg, checked August 20, 2026.
What Amenities Does Pasadena Yacht and Country Club Have?
Sourced from the Pasadena Yacht and Country Club official site (pyccgolf.com).
- ✔ 18-hole championship golf course across roughly 300 acres of subtropical landscaping
- ✔ Course renovated in the 1980s by Arnold Palmer
- ✔ Lighted tennis courts
- ✔ Pickleball courts
- ✔ Swimming pool
- ✔ Fitness and wellness center
- ✔ Multiple clubhouse dining venues
- ✔ Full-service marina with boat slip rentals and a dedicated dock master line
- ✔ Event and banquet spaces for weddings and private functions
- ✔ Four membership tiers: Full Golf, Executive I, Executive II, and Sport/Family
- ✔ Reciprocal yachting privileges included with membership
- ✔ 82-slip yacht basin with Boca Ciega Bay access
Who Designed the Pasadena Yacht and Country Club Golf Course?
Wayne Stiles designed the 18-hole championship course at Pasadena Yacht and Country Club, and Arnold Palmer renovated it in the 1980s. The private club has anchored Historic Pasadena Estates since 1924.
Club facts at a glance
- Founded: 1924
- Course: 18 holes by Wayne Stiles across roughly 300 acres, renovated by Arnold Palmer
- First golf professional: Walter Hagen
- Notable players: Arnold Palmer, Walter Hagen and Babe Didrikson Zaharias; the course has historically hosted PGA and LPGA events
Owning a home in Pasadena does not include club membership. Current membership categories, dues, the food and beverage minimum and any waitlist come from the club itself, so contact the club directly before you plan around golf or a boat slip. Liane's team can help you prepare those questions for the club while you compare homes, so the membership decision and the purchase stay separate.
Why Do Buyers Choose Pasadena?
A Century-Old Golf and Yacht Club
The private Pasadena Yacht and Country Club has anchored the neighborhood since 1924, with an 18-hole course renovated in the 1980s by Arnold Palmer and an 82-slip marina for members.
Boca Ciega Bay Access
Many homes and condos in the Pasadena area look out over Boca Ciega Bay, putting the Gulf beaches of Treasure Island and St. Pete Beach within a short drive.
Close to Downtown and the Beaches
Pasadena sits between downtown St. Petersburg and the Gulf beaches, giving residents an easy commute either direction along Pasadena Avenue and Gulfport Boulevard.
A Storied Champion's Course
Golf legends including Arnold Palmer, Walter Hagen, and Babe Didrikson Zaharias have played the club's fairways, which have historically hosted PGA and LPGA events.
Flexible Membership Tiers
The club offers four membership levels, from full golf to a sport and family tier covering tennis, pool, fitness, and dining, so residents can join at the level that fits their lifestyle.
A Working Marina With a Dock Master
The club's marina rents boat slips and keeps a dedicated dock master line, giving boating residents a managed alternative to a private dock.
What Should Buyers Know Before Buying in Pasadena?
Do You Have to Join Pasadena Yacht and Country Club to Live in Pasadena?
Pasadena Yacht and Country Club membership is not automatically included with a home purchase. Buyers who want golf or yacht basin access should confirm current membership categories, costs, and any waitlist directly with the club.
Flood Zone for Waterfront Segments
Homes and condos closer to Boca Ciega Bay carry different flood zone designations than interior, golf-adjacent lots. Pull the flood zone for the specific address before budgeting for insurance.
Condo and HOA Fees Vary Widely
Pasadena includes everything from single-family homes to bayfront condos and townhomes, each with its own fee structure. Ask for the current budget, reserve balance, and any pending special assessments for condo buildings.
Should You Buy on the Golf Course or an Interior Lot in Pasadena?
Homes directly on the course carry a view premium but also golf-ball and course-maintenance considerations; interior lots trade some of that premium for more privacy.
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Who Is Liane Jamason?
Liane Jamason is the Broker/Owner of Corcoran Dwellings, a St. Petersburg golf, waterfront, and luxury specialist who has personally closed nearly 500 transactions and almost $200 million in sales.
How Does Liane Jamason Help Buyers and Sellers in Pasadena?
In Pasadena, Liane helps buyers separate the home purchase from the country club membership decision, compare condo, townhome, and single-family inventory, and understand which streets carry real Boca Ciega Bay views or access. For sellers, she prices against the right comparable set and markets to the golf and waterfront buyers actively searching the area.
Who Liane Helps in Pasadena
- ✔ Buyers searching for Pasadena golf community homes for sale
- ✔ Golfers comparing Pasadena Yacht and Country Club membership tiers before buying
- ✔ Buyers deciding between a condo, townhome, or single-family home in the Pasadena area
- ✔ Boaters interested in the club's marina and slip rentals
- ✔ Sellers who want to know what their Pasadena home or condo is worth
- ✔ Buyers relocating to the Gulfport and St. Petersburg beaches corridor
Questions Liane Helps You Sort Out
- ✔ Club membership tiers, dues, and the minimum food and beverage spend
- ✔ Whether a specific address is technically in Gulfport or St. Petersburg
- ✔ Condo association fees and reserves for condo and townhome buyers
- ✔ Marina slip availability and rental terms
- ✔ Flood zone and insurance considerations near Boca Ciega Bay
- ✔ Comparable sales across condos, townhomes, and single-family homes
- ✔ Resale value tied to golf course frontage or bay views
Liane's Pasadena Specialties
Pasadena Golf and Yacht Club Real Estate
Liane helps buyers weigh club membership costs against the surrounding real estate market before committing.
Waterfront and Golf Course Homes
Her practice covers both bay-facing and golf-facing properties across St. Petersburg.
Buyer and Seller Representation
Liane represents both sides of a Pasadena transaction, including condo, townhome, and single-family sales.
Why Work With Liane Jamason in Pasadena?
Pasadena blends a private country club lifestyle with genuine bay access, but the membership decision and the real estate decision are separate. Liane helps buyers and sellers navigate both clearly, without assuming club membership comes bundled with the home. Liane is the 2025 Broker of the Year (Tampa Bay Real Producers and STAR), with nearly 500 transactions and 4.9 stars from 76 Google reviews.
Pasadena, Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pasadena Yacht and Country Club?
It is a private club anchoring the Historic Pasadena Estates neighborhood, established in 1924, with an 18-hole golf course renovated in the 1980s by Arnold Palmer, plus an 82-slip yacht basin.
What is the price range for homes in Pasadena?
Public listings we checked for Pasadena on August 20, 2026 started at $650,000 and reached as high as $3,495,000. There were 60 active or pending listings that day, spanning condos, townhomes, and single-family estates.
Is Pasadena a waterfront neighborhood?
Much of the area borders Boca Ciega Bay, and many homes and condos have water views or direct water access, though not every street in the neighborhood is directly on the water.
Do I have to join the country club to live in Pasadena?
No. Club membership at Pasadena Yacht and Country Club is separate from home ownership in the surrounding neighborhood, though many residents do join for the golf and marina access.
Is Pasadena in St. Petersburg or Gulfport?
Historic Pasadena Estates spans the border area between St. Petersburg and Gulfport, and the Pasadena Yacht and Country Club's official address is in Gulfport. Buyers should confirm a specific property's municipality, since it can affect city services, taxes, and permitting.
How close is Pasadena to the beaches?
Pasadena is minutes from the Gulf beaches. The neighborhood sits between downtown St. Petersburg and the barrier islands, so Treasure Island, St. Pete Beach, Pass-a-Grille and the beaches along Gulf Boulevard are a short drive away. Many homes and condos also look out over Boca Ciega Bay. If you would rather live near the sand, see our St. Pete beach property page.
Where Is Pasadena Located in St. Petersburg?
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