136 21ST AVENUE NE

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to this charming Tudor-style POOL home on a tranquil street in coveted Historic Old Northeast. Lovely and practical, this 3/3/2 home boasts a NEW ROOF (6/1/24) to ease insurance cost, tankless WH (2021), 2nd electric panel (2021), dual AC(2018), Drip Irrigation in back (2022), app-controlled Sprinkler in front (2022) and other smart devices. New paint (2021) gives this home curb appeal to take you from the curving brick sidewalk, up brick steps, enter the arched doorway to the enchanting interior! Note the Archways, custom lighting and charming crystal knobs on beautifully refinished historic wood doors (2019), original refinished wood-burning fireplace and original Oak flooring (refinished 2021) throughout the main living areas. Upgrades are numerous (see attached list) such as the fabulous kitchen. The open kitchen features exquisite granite counters graced by Tumbled Travertine backsplash. A separate dry bar for guests to get their drink from the KEG TAP and fridge to sit at the large island while the chef cooks on the double oven dual gas/electric stove accompanied by the SS and glass range hood, to enjoy the feast in the inviting dining room. Two generous bedrooms downstairs, one with walk-in closet, share an updated bathroom (2019) with chic subway tile and new vanity, tub and toilet. The laundry room is conveniently located behind the kitchen with added third bathroom (2022) and pool access. Up the whimsical spiral staircase is the magical Primary Bedroom Suite. Completely renovated, this nest is a bright and inviting space to relax with built-in custom shelving, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings and through the sliding glass door (impact-rated 2022) relish your morning coffee on the composite balcony (2021). Stunning Primary Bath (2021) has shiplap paneling, barn door and a striking Rainbath shower with white Subway and Bayona Deco tile. The crème de la crème is the backyard PARADISE featuring a heated Saltwater pool and spa (2022) to relax on the sun shelf under the umbrella port, or work-out swimming against the current created by 2HP SWIM JETS with dedicated pump. Pool is surrounded by travertine, mature landscaping and finished with 2 ceramic water fountains and spill-over spa. Pool features are app-controlled: changeable LED lighting system, gas heat, waterfall, spa and swim jets. Rinse in your OUTDOOR SHOWER while around the corner enjoy a complete OUTDOOR KITCHEN (2022) with granite bar, natural gas Blaze grill, Ice Maker, 2nd KEG TAP & fridge, refrigerator and sink. Then retire around the built-in Natural Gas Granite Fire Pit (2022) or relax on the new HDPE WearDeck with custom lighting and Atlantis Cable Rail System (2022) graced by French Doors (impact-rated 2017) leading to the kitchen. In this outdoor haven, even pups have a space! Past the herb garden is a new Dog Run, complete with anti-microbial turf, drainage system, and low vinyl fence system to keep them safe! Property is surrounded by a 6’ vinyl privacy fence. Professionally re-sided with Hardie Board (2021),the detached 2-car garage with opener and attic storage leads out to rare paved alleyway. A few minutes to Coffee Pot waterfront but NO FLOOD INSURANCE! Downtown St. Pete is a short stroll or bike ride away, with vibrant shops, restaurants, museums and new Pier. Trader Joe’s is less than a mile, with Whole Foods and Publix closeby. Don’t miss an opportunity to make this delightful house your home and in the best neighborhood in St. Pete!