If you want to live at the top in St. Pete, 400 Central (The Residences at 400 Central) is the marquee name on everyone’s radar right now. This luxury high-rise is redefining downtown living with panoramic views, world-class amenities, and high-end finishes. Here’s everything potential buyers, investors, and enthusiasts should know.
Key Facts & Project Overview
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Address / Location: 400 Central Avenue, Downtown St. Petersburg, Florida
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Developer: Red Apple Group
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Architect: Arquitectonica
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Height / Floors: 46 stories, reaching approximately 515 feet
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Units / Layouts: 301 condominium residences, with floor plans ranging from 2 to 4 bedrooms plus two-story penthouses
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Status / Timing: Topped out in September 2024; completion expected in 2025
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Building Type: Luxury residential condominiums above a mixed-use base including retail, office, and amenity space
Pricing & Unit Examples
Because 400 Central is a luxury high-rise with high-end finishes and views, its pricing is at the upper end of the downtown market. Below are representative examples and ranges.
| Type / Unit | Square Footage | Price Range / Example | Features / Notes |
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| 2 BR | ~1,277 – 1,380 sqft | $855,000 – $1,160,000 | Entry-level luxury with full amenity access |
| 3 BR | ~1,732 – 1,948 sqft | $1,144,500 – $1,865,000 | Spacious layouts with premium views |
| 3 BR / 3.5 BA (Penthouse Tier) | ~2,606 – 2,658 sqft | $1,785,000+ | Multi-level penthouse options |
| High-End / Resale Examples | Various | $1,325,000 – $5,060,000 | Luxury penthouses with sweeping views |
On average, listings in 400 Central hover around $2.6 million, with a per-square-foot cost exceeding $1,100.
Amenity Highlights & Lifestyle Features
What helps justify the premium pricing is the amenity slate and lifestyle experience. 400 Central isn’t just a place to live — it’s a vertical community.
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Sky Lounge / Observatory: A glass-enclosed lounge high above the city with sweeping views of Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico
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Indoor / Outdoor Amenity Spaces: Over 12,900 square feet of indoor space and 23,100 square feet of outdoor space
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7th-Floor Resort Deck: Pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, dining areas, fire pits, bocce courts, putting greens, and dog-walk areas
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Fitness & Wellness Center: Indoor and outdoor fitness studios, spa-inspired facilities, and wellness programming
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Private Spaces & Services: Catering kitchen, media rooms, coworking and board rooms, climate-controlled storage, concierge, valet, and dedicated parking
Why 400 Central Matters to St. Petersburg
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Tallest Residential Tower on Florida’s Gulf Coast: At 515 feet, 400 Central will be the tallest residential building west of Miami
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Skyline Impact: This project reshapes downtown St. Pete’s skyline and boosts its urban identity
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Mixed-Use Activation: Retail and office space at the base contribute to a more vibrant and walkable Central Avenue
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Premium Benchmark: Setting a new standard for downtown condo values with world-class finishes and amenities
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Developer Backing: Led by billionaire John Catsimatidis and the Red Apple Group, ensuring quality and prestige
Possible Considerations
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Price Point: Entry into this tower starts at a high threshold, making it suitable for select buyers
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HOA / Maintenance Costs: Expect premium association fees in line with the amenities and services
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Delivery & Timing: While topped out, large projects of this scale always have final phase timelines to monitor
Ready to explore 400 Central for yourself? Don’t miss your chance to be part of St. Petersburg’s defining residential landmark. Contact me today to:
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Schedule a private walkthrough or presentation
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Review current inventory, floor plans, and pricing
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Understand financing, HOA fees, and resale potential
Let me put my local insights and real estate expertise to work so you can make the smartest move into this extraordinary address.
/ Aaron Hoffman Cømpass Real Estate, FL / 813.817.7914 / Aaron.Hoffman@cømpass.com
