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Living in Florida: Making the Most of Your Space
Living in Florida comes with plenty of perks. The weather is gorgeous most of the year, and when it’s too hot, there’s always a pool or the beach calling your name. St. Petersburg in particular is such a gem — full of unique businesses, creativity, and personality, but it still manages to hang onto that small-town feel.
The St. Pete Market Reality
The real estate market here has been booming, and with that growth comes change. Our city is evolving, which is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re thinking about buying or selling.
One thing I know firsthand: homes in Florida don’t always come with the kind of extra space many people are used to in other parts of the country. No basements. No big bonus rooms. Often, no official “playroom.” Every square foot matters, and if you’ve got kids, toys usually land right in the middle of the main living space.
As a Realtor, I help clients see both the potential in homes and the reality of how they function day-to-day. But in my own life, moving wasn’t realistic for us right now. The only option? Make our home work better for us and let go of the idea that we needed more space.
Getting Creative with What You Have
I’ve learned that limitations don’t have to be roadblocks — they can actually push you to get creative.
Our stair closet “playroom”: What was once a dark little storage spot became a toy room my kids were thrilled to call their own. My two-year-old still insists it’s her “playroom.”
The garage redo: With no basement or playroom, toys and art supplies were creeping into every corner of our living space. So, we added a window A/C unit, rugs, and some cozy touches to the garage. Now it’s an art space, a Barbie land, and a play zone — all while still holding our storage.
None of this required a contractor or major renovation. Just a willingness to rethink how we used the space we already had. And honestly? It’s made our home feel so much bigger and calmer.
Why It Matters
Whether you’re buying, selling, or staying put, your home should work for your real life. Sometimes that means finding the right property in a competitive market. Other times, it’s about reimagining the space you already live in.
And honestly? With three kids, no basement, and no official playroom, I get it — the chaos is real. But I’ve also learned that Florida families can get really creative. A closet can turn into a playroom, a garage can double as an art studio, and small spaces can still feel big when they actually work for you.
That’s what I love most about what I do — helping families cut the stress, get creative, and find more joy in their everyday spaces (whether that’s through real estate or rethinking the home you’re already in).
