Welcome to a waterfront retreat in TROPICAL SHORES where the VIEW truly takes center stage! Thoughtfully updated and designed for effortless Florida living, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers captivating OPEN-WATER VIEWS, a resort-style backyard and an incredible indoor/outdoor lifestyle.
From the moment you step inside, your eye is immediately drawn through the home to the sparkling water beyond. The enclosed Florida room is surrounded by Hurricane Impact windows and sliding glass doors filling the space with natural light and showcasing the view from the moment you walk through the front door.
At the heart of the home is the spacious, open kitchen featuring an oversized island topped with stunning petrified wood look quartzite that beautifully resembles the warmth and movement of natural wood. With abundant prep and gathering space, the kitchen opens seamlessly to the living areas, making this home ideal for entertaining.
Step outside and you’ll quickly understand what makes this property so special. The backyard is a private TROPICAL OASIS overlooking expansive open water, complete with a sparkling pool and spillover spa, outdoor bathroom and an outdoor kitchen with granite countertop and 60 gallon propane tank connected to the grill —perfect for entertaining guests and spending entire days outside without ever needing to head indoors.
And then there is THAT VIEW. Enjoy sweeping open-water vistas with views of DOWNTOWN ST. PETE in one direction and, across the bay, the skyline of DOWNTOWN TAMPA in the distance. Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee, relaxing in the spa or entertaining as the sky changes colors at sunset, the backdrop is truly spectacular.
Boaters will appreciate the private dock with a 16,000 pound high-speed boat lift with bunks for a pontoon or V hull boat, putting the waterfront lifestyle right in your own backyard. All New electric on the dock.
THIS HOME HAS STOOD THE TEST OF TIME. According to the Seller the home had no issues during any storms.
Thoughtfully updated, beautifully positioned and designed around the water, this is more than a home—it’s the Florida lifestyle others dream about.
Come for the house, stay for the lifestyle—and prepare to fall in love with THAT VIEW. LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!
From the moment you step inside, your eye is immediately drawn through the home to the sparkling water beyond. The enclosed Florida room is surrounded by Hurricane Impact windows and sliding glass doors filling the space with natural light and showcasing the view from the moment you walk through the front door.
At the heart of the home is the spacious, open kitchen featuring an oversized island topped with stunning petrified wood look quartzite that beautifully resembles the warmth and movement of natural wood. With abundant prep and gathering space, the kitchen opens seamlessly to the living areas, making this home ideal for entertaining.
Step outside and you’ll quickly understand what makes this property so special. The backyard is a private TROPICAL OASIS overlooking expansive open water, complete with a sparkling pool and spillover spa, outdoor bathroom and an outdoor kitchen with granite countertop and 60 gallon propane tank connected to the grill —perfect for entertaining guests and spending entire days outside without ever needing to head indoors.
And then there is THAT VIEW. Enjoy sweeping open-water vistas with views of DOWNTOWN ST. PETE in one direction and, across the bay, the skyline of DOWNTOWN TAMPA in the distance. Whether you’re enjoying your morning coffee, relaxing in the spa or entertaining as the sky changes colors at sunset, the backdrop is truly spectacular.
Boaters will appreciate the private dock with a 16,000 pound high-speed boat lift with bunks for a pontoon or V hull boat, putting the waterfront lifestyle right in your own backyard. All New electric on the dock.
THIS HOME HAS STOOD THE TEST OF TIME. According to the Seller the home had no issues during any storms.
Thoughtfully updated, beautifully positioned and designed around the water, this is more than a home—it’s the Florida lifestyle others dream about.
Come for the house, stay for the lifestyle—and prepare to fall in love with THAT VIEW. LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION!
Property Details
Price:
$2,000,000
MLS #:
TB8551438
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
TROPICAL SHORES 3RD ADD
Neighborhood:
33705stpete
Listed Date:
Oct 1, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,658
Total Sq Ft:
3,216
Lot Size:
9,535 sqft / 0.22 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1959
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Schools
Elementary School:
Lakewood Elementary-PN
Middle School:
John Hopkins Middle-PN
High School:
Lakewood High-PN
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Carpet, Tile
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Laundry Features
In Garage
Levels
One
Exterior
Architectural Style
Ranch
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
Block
Covered Spaces
2
Direction Faces
West
Exterior Features
Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Shower, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
FloodZone
Other Structures
Outdoor Kitchen
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio, Porch
Roof
Shingle
Security Features
Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features
Heated
View
Water
Waterfront Features
Bay/Harbor
Financial
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$9,890
Map
Community
- Address2480 E BAY ISLE DRIVE SE ST PETERSBURG FL
- SubdivisionTROPICAL SHORES 3RD ADD
- CityST PETERSBURG
- CountyPinellas
- Zip Code33705
Subdivisions in ST PETERSBURG
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in ST PETERSBURG as of Oct 19, 2026
1,594
Single Family Listed
105
Avg DOM
381
Avg $ / SqFt
$750,117
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the TROPICAL SHORES 3RD ADD subdivision, 2480 E BAY ISLE DRIVE SE ST PETERSBURG FL is a Single Family for sale in ST PETERSBURG, FL, 33705. It is listed for $2,000,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,658 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1959. The current price per square foot is $752. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in ST PETERSBURG is $381. The average listing price for Single Family in ST PETERSBURG is $750,117. To schedule a showing of MLS#tb8551438 at 2480 E BAY ISLE DRIVE SE in ST PETERSBURG, FL, contact your InvestPro Properties, Inc. agent at 561-203-7022.
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