$885,000

Description

NO HOA! Over ¼ Acre Private Lot | Huge Screened Pool | Flexible In-Law/Guest Suite | Minutes to Downtown St. Pete & Gulf Beaches! Enjoy space, privacy and the Florida lifestyle in this lovingly maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bath, single-story Shore Acres home! Built in 1960, this 2,254-square-foot home sits on an impressive 12,767-square-foot lot with mature landscaping, a large screened pool and room to entertain or relax. Embrace the best of coastal Florida living with scenic bike rides, leisurely waterfront strolls, and beautiful views of Tampa Bay and Coffee Pot Bayou—all without the expense of waterfront ownership. Downtown St. Petersburg is approximately 8 minutes by car or 15 minutes by bicycle, offering fine dining, cafes, boutique shopping, art galleries, museums, live entertainment, the vibrant St. Pete Pier and historic Vinoy Hotel. Tropicana Field and I-275 are also minutes away. A neighborhood highlight is the Shore Acres Recreation Center, a 20,825-square-foot, two-story facility featuring an indoor gymnasium for basketball, volleyball and pickleball; a teen room with video and arcade games; a Discovery Room for arts and crafts; multipurpose rooms; and a catering kitchen. Outside, enjoy a six-lane swimming pool, splash pad, changing cabanas, playground, basketball hoops, green space, 40x40 covered shelter and exercise zone. Step into your private backyard oasis, surrounded by mature landscaping and space to relax or entertain. The expansive screened enclosure features a sparkling pool reaching 8.5 feet deep and a covered patio for enjoying Florida’s beautiful weather year-round. Both pool and lawn are professionally maintained. An attractive, well-kept shed complements the setting while providing storage for gardening tools, lawn equipment, pool accessories and more. White vinyl privacy fencing encloses the backyard, with additional gated sections on both sides of the home creating a contained area ideal for pets and keeping activities within view from the patio. Whether lounging poolside or hosting gatherings, this retreat invites you to enjoy Florida living! Inside, the split-bedroom plan places bedrooms two and three on one side, while the primary bedroom has an ensuite bath. The flexible in-law/guest suite, accessed through the home’s main entrance, includes a bedroom, full bath, generous walk-in storage room and separate living area with space for dining or a home office. Direct access to the screened pool and patio makes it ideal for guests or extended family. Pride of ownership shines throughout this lovingly cared-for home, with thoughtful improvements made over the years. The oversized lot offers potential for future enhancements, subject to local zoning and permitting requirements. The voluntary Shore Acres Neighborhood Association brings neighbors together for social gatherings and community events, all without a mandatory HOA. The sellers are ready for their next chapter, leaving behind a home filled with years of cherished memories and ready for someone new to make it their own. Buyer to verify all information. Room sizes are approximate.