205 22nd Ave NE, Saint Petersburg, FL 33704

ORIGINAL RUTENBERG HOME in OLD NORTHEAST! AMAZING QUALITY BLOCK CONSTRUCTION AND LOCATION! This fabulous home located in the highly sought after and coveted neighborhood of Old Northeast is only 2 blocks from the spectacular waterfront views of Coffee Pot Bayou, and yet is NOT IN A FLOOD ZONE! This split plan 2-story, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom quality craftsman home is an entertainer's dream with the large dining area and spacious outdoor living space. Built by Rutenberg, who is renowned and recognized for his exquisite home designs and quality craftsmanship, this home is constructed with steel reinforcing, comfort insulation (creating high fire and moisture resistance as well as foam filled concrete cells), and super-strength trusses just to name a few...making its superior craftsmanship, design, and detail a cut above the rest and a standout in home construction. Enjoy engineered hardwood flooring throughout and granite countertops in the kitchen with charming solid wood cabinetry that opens up into your glorious dining room. While the home has many fantastic updates, such as NEW impact windows and sliders (2020), NEW upstairs/downstairs AC units (2020/2022), and NEW hot water heater (2020) it still has hints of old world charm that beautifully preserves the historic vibe of the neighborhood. With not one, but TWO MASTER SUITES (both with large walk-in closets) this spacious home is perfect for guests. The upstairs master suite has its own private living space in addition to a fully updated bathroom. The over-sized 2-car garage is equipped with storage shelving and a unique large double sided closet that will make organizing tools, holiday decorations, lawn mowers, and anything else you want tucked away out of sight, but easily accessible. Speaking of access, this home also has alley access that dead ends into a cul-de sac great for kids to play in, in addition to the long beautiful front driveway into the side-load garage. The possibilities are endless in this large privately fenced in outdoor space with free irrigation (private well) to water your lawn! Whether you want to relax or play, the lot is big enough for BOTH. You even have enough space to create a private garden and install a pool! Located just minutes away from all the action of downtown St.Pete including attractions like the Dali Museum, The Museum of Fine Arts, The Pier, Tropicana Field, the fabulous shops, breweries and restaurants of Beach Drive and Central Avenue, and Vinoy Park for one of the many festivals and markets just to name a few. You are also a quick walk to many restaurants, shops, grocery stores, and coffee shops on 4th Street as well as walking distance to the beautiful water views along Coffee Pot Blvd where you're sure to see a dolphin or manatee on your daily stroll or bike ride. Have you started packing yet? If you have ever wanted to live in Old Northeast, THIS IS YOUR HOME!