Description

Once upon a time in 1926, something beautiful was built and it still shines like a newly minted penny! Welcome to a thoughtfully restored bungalow in the heart of Historic Kenwood.Step onto the deep front porch - original tile intact - and you'll immediately understand what makes this Saint Petersburg gem special. This lovingly maintained home blends classic character with serious, top-to-bottom investment, offering the next owner true peace of mind from day one.Inside, an abundance of original doors and multiple room entrances create a naturally flexible floor plan, perfect for hosting guests, working from home, or simply giving everyone their own space under one roof. Refinished original hardwood floors flow throughout the home, complemented by a fully remodeled kitchen featuring custom inset cabinetry, soapstone countertops, Fireclay wall tile, and new hardwood floors - a seamless nod to the home's character while delivering modern functionality. All appliances convey, including the washer and dryer in the mudroom.Both bathrooms have been beautifully renovated, with careful attention paid to honoring original details: Heritage Tile subway ceramics, re-silvered original mirrors, and original porcelain floor tile are preserved alongside new tubs, fixtures and lighting.The owners have invested heavily where it matters most. The foundation has been fully addressed with crawlspace encapsulation, a dehumidifier, Intellijack supports, and sistered joists - all carrying transferable warranties of up to 25 years. The garage slab has been stabilized and leveled with a transferable warranty as well. Wind mitigation as well in hand with Ultratek hurricane shutters for original windows, impact doors at all three entries, and third-nail roof reinforcement. The termite tenting comes with a transferable warranty through May 2027.Additional highlights include a whole-house water filtration and scale prevention system, a xeriscape landscape design with a private irrigation well, custom screens for original windows, and 16 refurbished original interior doors with hardware.Longer-standing improvements include architectural shingle roofing, PVC plumbing, and an upgraded water service line - giving you a home that's been continuously and carefully stewarded over many years.This is a rare opportunity to own a characterful Saint Petersburg bungalow where the charm is original and the worrying is done.