9714 53rd N Avenue, St Petersburg, FL

Bay Pines Beauty — Totally Reimagined Block Home on an Oversized Corner Lot. Imagine waking up on a Saturday morning, coffee in hand, knowing the beaches at Madeira Beach are roughly 3 miles away, the dolphins are probably already out playing, and the only thing standing between you and a perfect Florida day is deciding whether to hit the water or fire up the grill on your brand-new pavered back deck — that's the daily reality at 9714 53rd Ave N, a completely renovated block home in one of St. Petersburg's most sought-after pockets, the Bay Pines neighborhood, and this high and dry home requires no flood insurance, sitting on an oversized 80 × 100 corner lot in Unincorporated Pinellas so you're walking in with serious peace of mind before you even open the front door. Step inside and the first thing you notice is the natural flow: new luxury flooring runs seamlessly from room to room, creating that clean, cohesive look that makes a house feel like a true home, and the living room greets you with a stylish feature wall — the kind of detail that makes guests stop and ask who your designer is. Then there's the kitchen, a jaw-dropping showstopper with brand-new stainless-steel appliances, gleaming quartz countertops, and storage that actually makes sense, whether you're meal prepping on a Tuesday night or hosting a full Sunday brunch. The primary suite is a full retreat, with an ensuite bath completely redesigned to deliver new-construction energy without the new-construction price tag, and your second and third bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or whatever your life calls for. Because the best renovations go beyond what you can see, this home also comes equipped with a new electrical system and a new water heater, so low-maintenance living is baked in from day one. If there's one feature that truly sets this property apart, it's the enormous, fully fenced backyard with a newly pavered deck — picture string lights, weekend cookouts, and evenings that