Roche Bobois Residences — A Visionary Boutique Luxury Tower in St. Pete

Introducing Roche Bobois Residences—a transformative 29-story luxury condominium envisioned to elevate downtown St. Petersburg’s skyline with design finesse, artistic expression, and refined residential living.

The Roche Bobois Residences, a sleek 29-story, 165-unit condominium tower, has received approval from the St. Petersburg Development Review Commission as of August 2025, with groundbreaking expected in 2026

• Location: Northeast corner of 4th Street South & 4th Avenue South, just two blocks from the University Village retail plaza

• Developer: Valor Capital—pioneers of ultra-luxury residential projects in the Tampa Bay region

Project Evolution & Design Enhancements

• Originally envisioned as a 25‑story condotel with 152 units, the project was reimagined into a 29‑story pure condominium tower with 165 residences, a commendable increase in both height (+50 ft) and unit count (+13)

• The refined design eliminates short-term rental units and rooftop “Sky Bar,” focusing entirely on luxury residential living

• Ground-floor amenities include a lobby, 4,103 sq ft restaurant and retail space, and a thoughtfully designed public arts plaza with lush landscaping and sculptures for both residents and the public to enjoy

Design & Amenities

• Architectural design by Gomez Vazquez International, offering studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units along with penthouses from floors 6–29

• A fifth-floor amenity deck featuring a resort-style pool, outdoor terrace, and relaxation lounges is planned directly above the podium parking structure

• The design incorporates 103 parking spaces—83 within a structured garage and 20 surface-level, supported by the recent acquisition of an adjacent parcel at 322 4th Street South to ensure adequate access. A robotic parking system may also be implemented for future efficiency

Community Context & Civic Review

• The project received a majority vote (7–1) of approval from the City Council acting as the Community Redevelopment Agency. Concerns were raised about density, neighboring historic structures, and the building scale by some, but ultimately, the enhanced design and contributions—including $700,000 to the city's Housing Capital Improvement Program—won broad support.

Timeline & Market Positioning

• With full approval secured, groundbreaking is expected in 2026, and project completion targeted for 2028

• Priced at approximately $70 million, the development introduces a high-design, luxury residential product to Downtown St. Pete’s evolving urban core

Roche Bobois Residences redefines design-forward living in Downtown St. Pete—where artistry, luxury, and connectivity converge. With approval secured and groundbreaking on the horizon, exclusive residences await discerning buyers. Join our VIP list for early access to floorplans, previews, and reservation opportunities as this landmark tower rises.