Step back in time to old Florida charm with swaying palm trees on a 1/4 acre lot! This solid block 4 bedroom/2 bath home with almost 2000 heated sq ft (3000 under roof!) has a flowing open floor plan & a spectacular updated custom kitchen with granite counter tops & updated baths. This is the perfect opportunity to transform this much-loved family home into your own OR start over and build your dream beach house. The quaint & charming Don Cesar neighborhood is in the foreground of this internationally renowned 5 star resort. It is a leisurely 7 minute stroll to the Beach & the Don Cesar. This quarter acre lot would allow you to add a large pool and outdoor entertainment area OR build you new elevated Dream Beach Home on this spacious lot. An elevated home would offer views from sunrise to sunset! Relish the splendor of tropical breezes in your own beach house. It’s a short walk to the neighborhood’s 2 private beach access paths immediately north & south of the grand “Pink Lady”. Stroll down your private Sea Oat lined path to pristine sugary white sand beaches to catch a few rays or view the most spectacular nightly Sunsets! This quaint, quiet neighborhood has a boat ramp providing boaters quick access to the Intracoastal and the Gulf of Mexico. Just across the street you can walk the dogs or take the kids to Lazarillo Park & play a few rounds of tennis, romp on playground equipment or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shady pavilion. Later you can hop on your beach cruiser for a scenic tour through the charming alleys of Pass-A-Grille with its eclectic variety of historic and modern Beachfront homes. Keep heading south on your bike to shop and dine on historic 8th Avenue featuring restaurants, retail shops & art galleries. You can also purchase a membership to the exclusive Don Cesar Beach Club giving you access to the 5 star Resorts many amenities including pools, gym & a “members only” happy hour! Swaying palm tree frame the 500 sq ft rear porch featuring original terrazzo floors. It is the perfect spot to entertain or relax after a day at the beach. The huge backyard allows plenty of room for a pool! This home has been owned & lovingly maintained by the same family for over 70 years. Ice cold Energy efficient Zoned A/C and a new roof in 2021 offers easy maintenance, granting you the island lifestyle of your dreams. This ¼ acre beach lot is a one-of-a-kind gem. Now is the perfect time to buy your own piece of paradise. Whether you make this your primary residence or a vacation home, this is a desirable home in a premium St. Pete Beach location immediately adjacent to Pass-a Grille Beach. Quick interstate access to vibrant downtown St. Petersburg offering dining, shopping, museums, the Pier and waterfront parks where something is always going on! Sarasota’s Ringling Museum, St Armand’s Circle and Tampa International Airport are a short jaunt away. This is an ideal opportunity to turn this much-loved home into your own OR start over and build your dream beach house. This home had water intrusion during Helene and is ready for your new finishes to make it your dream beach house! Call Today!