2002 1st St S Saint Petersburg, FL 33705

This beautifully refreshed 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment in St. Petersburg's desirable Old Southeast area offers the perfect combination of vintage Florida character, modern improvements, privacy and an outstanding location. Step inside to professionally polished terrazzo floors with a beautiful high-shine finish, helping create a clean, bright interior while keeping the home cooler in Florida's warm climate. The apartment has been thoughtfully updated with new central heat and air conditioning, new ceiling fans, new baseboards, new closet doors and hardware, freshly painted doors, new bathroom toilets and updated plumbing fixtures. Every room has functioning screened windows for natural light, airflow and energy efficiency. Both bathrooms retain their charming retro 1960s character, featuring classic pink and green tile that adds personality you simply do not find in newer apartments. The vintage tile has been preserved while the plumbing fixtures, hardware and toilets have been updated for everyday comfort and convenience. Exhaust fans are provided in the bathrooms and kitchen, and the building also features a new roof. One of the apartment's standout features is the very large private screened patio, providing an exceptional extension of the living space. Enjoy morning coffee, evening relaxation, entertaining or simply your own peaceful outdoor retreat protected from the elements. Outside, the property has been refreshed with new landscaping, plants and trees designed to enhance privacy and curb appeal, while exterior lawn and yard maintenance is included. This is a privately owned and managed rental, offering a more personal alternative to a large apartment complex. The location is hard to beat. You are approximately two blocks from waterfront Lassing Park and about one mile from Downtown St. Petersburg, putting restaurants, cafés, nightlife, shopping and waterfront activities within easy reach. Nearby destinations include Publix, USF St. Petersburg, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital, Bayfront Health, the Innovation District, the St. Pete waterfront and marina, The Dalí Museum and St. Petersburg's many museums and cultural attractions. When you want a day at the Gulf beaches, they are just a convenient drive away, while Tampa International Airport is easily accessible for travel. Downtown St. Petersburg's airport and marina are also approximately one mile away. With two bedrooms, two full baths, a huge screened private patio, polished terrazzo flooring, extensive updates, included exterior maintenance and one of St. Petersburg's most convenient locations, this is a home you will be proud to call your own.