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229 57th Ave S, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33705

$869,900

Home List Price

$10,000*

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4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
2,678 SqFt
$325/SqFt
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229 57th Ave S, Saint Petersburg$869,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDriveway, Garage Door Opener, Guest
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1959
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
Private PoolYes
MLS #U8245449
Lot Size0.38 Acres
StatusActive

About 229 57th Ave S

**No recent storm damage!** Have you ever wondered how you can have the best of both worlds? To live close to the beach and close to downtown? Look no further than this stunning home in the beloved Bahama Shores community. Welcome to 229 57th Ave S in St Petersburg Florida! This four-bedroom three-bath home is situated on over 16,000 square feet of land with mature landscaping, pool and detached guest house. As soon as you step onto the property you will feel transported to your own little oasis. Inside you’ll find the perfect blend of modern amenities and Florida charm with a double-sided brick feature wall that includes a wood-burning fireplace. Two living spaces and a dining space make up the open floor plan. The kitchen is well-appointed and offers ceiling-height cabinetry and a gas cooktop. Your screened-in patio is the perfect space to relax to start or end your day. With this open-concept layout that easily spills out to the patio and pool, this home is the perfect place for your next backyard barbecue! This home has been meticulously cared for with updates in recent years including impact windows, sliders and hurricane shutters, plantation shutters on all the windows and crown molding. The main systems of the home are also updated like the HVAC system and duct work, roof, solar panels, and pool equipment. It also features a whole house water filtration! The primary bedroom is large and showcases a newly updated bath with a tiled, walk-in shower as well as a custom walk-in closet. Outside, the pool and paver patio is your private retreat with lush landscaping in a tranquil setting. The one-bedroom, 600-square-foot guest house is the perfect spot for your visitors and comes complete with a bath and kitchenette. It could even be used as an office or art studio. By upgrading to a fully equipped kitchen, you could easily rent this space as it has its own dedicated driveway and side entrance from the front of the house. With charming brick streets and gorgeous tree canopies, this beloved St Pete community has a rich history. The residents get to enjoy their own waterfront park and the neighborhood is most famously known for being featured in Ron Howard’s 1985 film “Cocoon.” With a ten-minute drive to St Pete Beach and less than a ten-minute drive to 4th St and Downtown St Pete, you really can have it all! Start enjoying your Florida lifestyle today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 2,678 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
  • Office Phone: (727) 898-6800
  • Listing Agent: Brittany Ranew

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filtration System
  • Flooring Type: Tile
  • Interior: Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Exterior: Irrigation System, Lighting, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Sliding Doors

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Guest

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Landscaped
  • Lot Size: 0.38 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From 4th St South, turn left onto 57th Ave S. Home is down on the left.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $869,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $325/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $4,273
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Saint Petersburg, FL

City

Med. Sold Price

$435K

Med. Price/SqFt

$341

Avg. Days On Market

62

# of Sold Homes

255

229 57th Ave S vs Saint Petersburg

163 DAYS ON ROCKET

+101 Days

$869,900

+$434.9K More

$325/SqFt

-$17 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $434.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $17/SqFt less than other homes in Saint Petersburg, FL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • MLS Number: #U8245449

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: PREMIER SOTHEBYS INTL REALTY
  • Office Phone: (727) 898-6800
  • Listing Agent: Brittany Ranew

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 12, 2016Home Sold
$399,000
Jan 03, 2013Home Sold
$315,000
Sep 18, 2003Home Sold
$308,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$4,273$242,303
2019$4,192$236,855
2018$4,129$232,439
2017$4,086$227,658

History based on county public records data.

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$4,409

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$2,675

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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8
/10

  • Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School

  • 5900 Dr Martin Luther King St S

  • 0.57 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Lakewood Elementary

  • 4151 6th St S

  • 1.06 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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4
/10

  • Bay Point Elementary School

  • 5800 22nd St S

  • 1.56 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,932. Typical income of Saint Petersburg, FL residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 229 57th Ave S

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 229 57th Ave S property is $869,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 229 57th Ave S is a house located in Saint Petersburg, Florida, 33705.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 229 57th Ave S is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $4,273 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on July 12, 2016 for $399,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 229 57th Ave S has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 229 57th Ave S is 2,678 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 229 57th Ave S is 1959.

Rocket Homes›Florida›Pinellas County›Saint Petersburg›33705›229 57th Ave S

This home is located at 229 57th Ave S in Saint Petersburg, FL and zip code 33705 in the Bahama Shores neighborhood. This 2,678 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.38 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 07, 2024 and is currently priced at $869,900.

In October 2024, from all listings sold in Saint Petersburg, FL there were more than 28 sold above asking price, over 180 sold below and more than 47 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Saint Petersburg, FL increased by 5.9% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 62 days, the median list price was $435,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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