656 16TH AVENUE NE

Pending contract, accepting back up offers. PRIME LOCATION, PRISTINE CONDITION & PERIOD ARCHITECTURE best describe this 1928 Craftsman home! Situated on one of the most desirable avenues in the heart of Historic Old Northeast on a corner lot, just two blocks from the waterfront and close proximity to thriving downtown St. Petersburg. Attention to detail was top of mind with this renovation blending period accents with all the modern conveniences of today. Greet your guests on the large and inviting front porch that looks out onto the tree-lined street or relax and unwind in the amazing backyard oasis. Exterior improvements include professional landscape and lighting, an outdoor covered living space, an outdoor kitchen with sink, refrigerator and grill, shower, a stained wood fence, approx. 3,000 SF of pavers, a 128 SF screened-in greenhouse with potting station and sink, and a dog run with astro turf. The home has a warm and inviting flow inside and out that thoughtfully maximizes every square foot to create the perfect home. From the moment you step through the front door you will feel how well this home flows and functions for casual living from the living room, dining room, kitchen, sunroom and the family room addition of 130 SF of living space off the dining room with hurricane impact windows, to the French doors that open to the perfect Florida-living backyard. The spacious kitchen is equipped with a gas range, kitchen island with seating, stainless appliances, quartz countertops, custom wood cabinets, two pantries and a built-in bar area with beverage cooler. Retire upstairs in the large master suite with multiple closets, an ensuite bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, dual sinks and two additional bedrooms with walk-in closets and a hall bath. Other home improvements include plantation shutters throughout, interior and exterior painting including trim, tankless water heater, whole-house water filtration system, a water softener and new washer and dryer. Original features include, heart of pine wood floors, a wood burning fireplace, Cuban tile, custom moldings and hollow tile construction. Plenty of parking off the alley in the garage or on the parking pad behind, both with new pavers. Schedule a private showing today to see one of Old Northeast finest homes that offers so much character and charm and an easy stroll to the waterfront, parks and downtown.