Placido Bayou is a guard-gated community of over 350 acres with 636 executive-style single family homes, waterfront properties, townhomes and condos. Miles of walking trails and bike paths surround the 26 acres that are dedicated to the 10 lakes and several preserve areas. Residents enjoy the tranquil community setting and abundant birds, fish and other wildlife within Placido Bayou which is located a short drive from downtown St Petersburg. This canal waterway neighborhood has outlets to the bay and is located north of Downtown St Petersburg and east of 4th St. N.