650 Beach Drive NESt Petersburg, FL 33701Price: $1,795,000

Live steps from the downtown waterfront, enjoy local cuisine on Beach Drive, museums, St Pete Pier, cafs and everything that makes downtown St. Petersburg excitingthen simply walk home when the day is done. Located at 650 Beach Drive NE, this concrete-block townhome is one of only two and offers the privacy of a single-family home with no HOA fees. A brick walkway leads through lush tropical landscaping to a decorative wrought-iron gate and private courtyard. Custom tile details, gas lanterns, mature palms and multiple outdoor living areas give the home a distinctive style before you even step inside. A private elevator provides convenient access to the upper levels, while the attached two-car garage with EV charger offers valuable parking and storage in one of St. Petersburg’s most walkable locations. The first floor features a flexible suite with direct access to the courtyard, an en-suite bathroom, coffee bar and oversized walk-in closet. Use it as a third bedroom, private office, game room, guest retreat or additional entertaining space. The second floor includes two spacious bedroom suites and a dedicated laundry room with extensive cabinetry and counter space. The primary suite features warm wood flooring, a private balcony overlooking the courtyard, a custom walk-in closet and a spa-inspired bathroom with a soaking tub, walk-in shower and two separate vanities. The second bedroom is located down the hall and includes its own en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet, creating privacy for family or guests. The third floor is the showpiece of the home. Soaring 14-foot ceilings, clerestory windows, impact-rated windows and polished stone flooring create an open, light-filled setting designed for entertaining. The european inspired kitchen features a large granite island with a gas cooktop, abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a Miele built-in coffee system and generous prep and storage space. The open dining and living areas flow directly onto an expansive private terrace. The terrace is an extension of the living space, complete with a built-in outdoor gas grill, decorative tile accents and a retractable awning for shade on warmer days. Relax above the treetops, take in views of the Vinoy and downtown skyline, host friends for dinner or enjoy a quiet evening at home. This is downtown St. Petersburg living without giving up privacy, outdoor space, a two-car garage or the freedom of no HOA. Leave the car behind, walk to your next adventure and come home to a place that feels completely your own.