Nestled within St. Petersburg's most desirable Allendale Terrace subdivision with its nostalgic red Augusta block brick roadway, and directly across the street from the approximate 3 acre Allendale Park, this renovated, 2-story, 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath, block & frame constructed home with an oversized 1-car garage, is located within 1 mile to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Fresh Market and Publix, and only 2 miles from all downtown St. Petersburg has to offer, including its many restaurants, cafes, breweries, shops, museums, the waterfront and The Pier. This well maintained 3,190sf residence was built in 1953 and significantly renovated in 2003 & 2010. Enter the home's sizable (14'x15') living room with original hardwood oak floors and coved plaster ceiling. To the right is the dining room wrapped with 2 walls of windows, tongue & grooved wood ceiling, and Spanish Mission tiled flooring. Beyond the dining room is a carpeted, glass block and windowed craft or exercise room with an exterior French door to the home's rear second driveway. The spacious (18'x13') updated kitchen (2010) boasts hardwood flooring, wood cabinetry, wine/coffee bar, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, gas stove top, and a centerpiece island that enhances the kitchen's functionality, making it a delightful space for casual meals and social gatherings. The remainder of the home's first floor contains two guest bedrooms complete with original oak hardwood flooring, an art deco full bath with shower/tub combination and a newer 1/2 bath (2003), plus a voluminous 2-story high bonus room or breezeway that leads to the window lined second floor stairway, as well as the exterior French doors to both the front and rear of the home. A third door leads to the oversized 1-garage that contains a washer, dryer, and large storage loft. The second floor's primary bedroom addition, completed in 2003 comprises an open office/reading nook area that overlooks the scenic Allendale Park, and double French doors into the expansive (12'x19') bedroom suite with large walk-in closet that contains a washer & dryer hookup, and en-suite bath complete with garden tub and separate tiled enclosed walk-in shower. With its exceptional location across the street from pet friendly Allendale Park, and downtown St. Pete, and the fact no HOA fees or flood insurance is required, this a great place to call home! Text or call today to set up your showing appointment!
