5297 HUNTINGTON STREET NE

Description

Seller is motivated! Historic DOUBLE LOT HOME! This charming property is one of the original Shore Acres homes, built by the founding Upham Family in 1928. Standing tall for 96 years (without FLOODING), it holds a pivotal place in St. Pete’s history. Situated on 0.34 acres of a fully fenced yard, this recently restored 2,181 Sqft, 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home features numerous updates, including foundation repairs, new electrical systems, restored and freshly painted walls, new kitchen flooring, all-new Café appliances, a beautifully wallpapered dining room, and year-round exterior lighting controlled by your phone. The outdoor space has been enhanced with newly laid sod and the yard was elevated and sloped toward the street to reduce flooding the yard, a new pergola, pavers, an entertaining area, and a state-of-the-art security system with cameras and door detection. This home remained flood-free during the hurricanes and the December 2023 flood. Its elevated design, with a crawl space of over 3 feet, effectively protects this historic property. The first floor features a living room with a wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room, a study/den, a large kitchen, a half bath, and a laundry area. Original hardwood floors flow throughout. Upstairs, there are 4 bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a large walk-in closet, and a sitting area. A walk-up attic offers additional storage or bonus space. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard featuring a beautiful entertaining and cooking area equipped with TV, speaker, and grill hookups, perfect for Florida summer nights. The second lot can be legally separated for the new buyer’s convenience and opportunity. Don’t miss out on owning a piece of St.Pete history.