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St. Petersburg Is Home To Florida’s Best Voted Flea Market

It might be enjoyable to spend the entire day at a flea market. You get to see a different era, experience the excitement of finding deals, and receive a full…

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It might be enjoyable to spend the entire day at a flea market. You get to see a different era, experience the excitement of finding deals, and receive a full day of entertainment for a relatively small amount of money. Florida's best flea market, is what we are talking here! And, it's close to home!

The flea market sector is said to be flourishing; according to Ibis World, the sector generated $36 billion in revenue overall in 2022.

It may be argued that Florida is lucky to have an abundance of flea markets to pick from. Renningers Antiques Market, the Mount Dora Flea Market, and the Swap-O-Rama Webster Westside Flea Market are a few examples.

None of the aforementioned flea markets, however, were recognized as Florida's top ones by Domino.  Also, Sarasota Magazine called this winner a "vintage shopping utopia".

Say hello to Vintage Marché, located in St. Petersburg. Voted Florida's best flea market. Shops here attract Floridians from all across the state.

Every month on the first Saturday and Sunday, sellers search the nation for the best antique goods to present at the vintage market. For those who would prefer to have first dibs on Friday, there is an option to purchase a ticket for "first dibs Friday" if you are impatient. However, entry is free on Saturdays and Sundays.

Almost anything antique is available in less than 12,000 square feet, including furniture, clothing, and rare treasures.

How are the reviews?

This flea market has received 4.4 out of 5 stars from Google reviewers. As with other flea markets, it can be hit or miss to find what you're searching for, but most people report that browsing the old goods was enjoyable and nostalgic. Numerous people praised the courteous and knowledgeable staff. Some claimed that there is a joyous vibe at the market.

10 Vintage VHS Tapes That Are Selling For Thousands

Vintage items like VHS tapes are becoming a hot commodity these days and they're selling for a lot of money! You might have already gotten rid of all your VHS tapes but if you saved them you could make serious cash in right now. Most of us were pressured to get rid of our old VHS tapes. If you have them stored in the attic they could be worth thousands of dollars! As a matter of fact, classics like "Back to the Future" and the original "Fast and the Furious" are selling for a ton of money on eBay. It's important to know that the condition of these tapes is key to their sale price. eBay sells around 250,000 VHS tapes every year and the amount keeps going up.

10 Vintage VHS Tapes Selling For Thousands:

VHS tapes best known as, Video Home System tapes, are iconic relics from the late 20th century. Back then they revolutionized home entertainment and many household would make a collection of their tapes over time. Many would use VHS tapes for watching movies and even use then to record their favorite television shows. Of course that was before the rise of DVDs and digital media. These VHS tapes played a pivotal role in media and left an massive mark on pop culture in general.

There's a lot of nostalgia that comes a long with VHS tapes. Remember having to always rewind them after watching? And the always satisfying clunk as the tape slid inside as you get ready to watch. Even at Blockbuster they could charge a fee for returning tapes too late. Even if you didn't rewind it before returning! Although, they're not used much anymore VHS tapes remain an iconic symbol of a simple time that meant more then just pressing play to watch a movie.

#10 Nightmare on Elm Street - $5,000

A scary movie most people can't forget! A new VHS copy recently sold on eBay for $5,000!!!

#9 The Goonies - $4,050.

A classic movie that brings back all the nostalgia! The Goonies movie recently went for $4,050 on eBay!

#8 Conan the Barbarian - $1,725

A movie that helped make Arnold Schwarzenegger movie career. This classic VHS recently sold on eBay for $1,725.

#7 Dumbo - $1,575.50

Disney's classic VHS movie Dumbo limited-edition that was bundled with a Mickey Mouse ornament just sold for $1,575.50!

#6 Halloween II - $1,525

Recently an unopened copy of this VHS tape sequel recently sold for $1,525.

#5 First Blood - $1,525

A copy of this Sylvester Stallone gem just went for $1,525. The original VHS tape still had the $29.95 price tag on the front.

#4 Gremlins - $1,250

Gremlins is such a classic movie and a favorite of many millennials. This VHS just sold on eBay for $1,250.

#3 Teen Wolf - $1,190

This VHS tape with the iconic cover of Michael J. Fox showing off his chest just sold for $1,190 on eBay.

#2 Fast and the Furious - $1,000

This classic 2001 VHS version featuring Paul Walker and Vin Diesel can bank you a cool $1,000.

#1 Back to the Future - $1,000

The 'Back to the Future' VHS recently sold for $1,000 on eBay! You should cash in while you can with these tapes.

Jen was born and raised in the Tampa Bay area. She’s been with Beasley Media Group since 2022. In her spare time, you can find her at Tampa Bay Lightning games, Tampa Bay breweries, or the beach. Catch up on Jen’s content about the highest-rated restaurants/bars in Tampa, things-to-do around the area, and upcoming concerts.