457 8th Avenue Saint Petersburg Florida | Home for Sale
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Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
- 3Beds
- 3.00Total Baths
- 3 Full, 0 HalfBaths
- 2,050SqFt
- 1920Year Built
- 0.13Acres
- MLS# TB8389237
- Residential
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Active
- Approx Time on Market1 month, 28 days
- Area33701 - St Pete
- CountyPinellas
- Subdivision Saffords Add Rev
Overview
Bay Gables - A Rare Landmark in the Heart of St. Petersburg. Step into a piece of Florida history with Bay Gables, a beautifully preserved 1912 Folk Victorian home with Queen Anne influences, now proudly listed on the City of St. Petersburg Register of Historic Places. Located at 457 8th Avenue N on a private single-family lot, this iconic residence is ready to begin its next chapter with a new steward who appreciates historic craftsmanship and architectural character. Originally built at 136 4th Avenue NE, Bay Gables was relocated in 2022 in a remarkable preservation effort that safeguarded its distinctive features and historical significance. Known over the years as both an elegant French restaurant and the charming Watergarden Inn at the Bay, this residence has served the community with grace and elegance for over a century. This Folk Victorian gem showcases hallmark elements of the style, including steeply pitched cross gables, a broad wraparound porch with decorative spindlework, and ornate bay windows that project elegance and natural light. The pastel exterior with crisp trim speaks to the coastal Southern charm of early St. Petersburg. Inside, original heart pine floors, detailed wood trim, and tall, narrow windows exude the warmth and authenticity of early 20th-century craftsmanship. The home is situated in the desirable Uptown Historic Neighborhood, just blocks from downtown St. Petes vibrant waterfront, Central Avenues shops and cafes, museums, parks, and marina. Its flexible layout offers a wealth of opportunitiesas a grand private residence, live/work studio, or a multi-generational home. Bay Gables is not just a home; its a living testament to St. Petersburgs architectural and cultural evolution. With its recent relocation and historic designation, the heavy lifting has been donenow it's ready for a visionary owner to infuse new life within its walls. Dont miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of Florida history. This beautiful home stayed high and dry during the 2024 Hurricanes, its new home is in a non-flood zone. Schedule your private showing today and become a part of Bay Gables storied legacy.
Agriculture / Farm
Association Fees / Info
Community Features: Sidewalks
Pets Allowed: CatsOk, DogsOk, Yes
Senior Community: No
Association: ,No,
Bathroom Info
Total Baths: 3.00
Fullbaths: 3
Building Info
Roof: Metal
Building Area Source: PublicRecords
Buyer Compensation
Exterior Features
Pool Private: No
Fees / Restrictions
Financial
Original Price: $800,000
Garage / Parking
Open Parking: No
Attached Garage: No
Garage: No
Carport: No
Green / Env Info
Interior Features
Fireplace Desc: Decorative
Fireplace: Yes
Floors: Tile, Wood
Levels: Two
Spa: No
Laundry Features: Inside, LaundryCloset, InKitchen
Interior Features: HighCeilings, MainLevelPrimary
Appliances: Dryer, Washer
Lot Info
Direction Remarks: From 4th Street N, turn west onto 8th Ave N. House is on corner of 8th Ave N and Dartmoor Street North.
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Lot Sqft: 5,502
Lot Desc: CornerLot
Misc
Other
Special Conditions: None
Other Rooms Info
Basement: CrawlSpace
Property Info
Section: 18
Class Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Property Condition: Fixer
Property Attached: No
New Construction: No
Construction Materials: WoodFrame
Stories: 2
Foundation: Crawlspace
Human Modified: Yes
Room Info
Total Rooms: 5
Sqft Info
Sqft: 2,050
Bulding Area Sqft: 2,807
Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Living Area Source: PublicRecords
Tax Info
Tax Year: 2,024
Tax Lot: 6
Tax Legal Description: SAFFORD'S ADD REVISED BLK 1, W 55FT OF LOTS 6 AND 7
Tax Block: 1
Tax Annual Amount: 7550
Tax Book Number: H1-77
Unit Info
Utilities / Hvac
Heating: Electric
Water Source: Public
Sewer: PublicSewer
Cool System: Ductless
Cooling: No
Heating: Yes
Utilities: ElectricityConnected
Waterfront / Water
Waterfront: No
View: No
Directions
From 4th Street N, turn west onto 8th Ave N. House is on corner of 8th Ave N and Dartmoor Street North.This listing courtesy of Re/max Action First Of Florida
MLS# TB8410173 
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457 8th Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida has 3 Beds, 3 Full Bath, and 0 Half Bath.
The MLS Number for 457 8th Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida is TB8389237.
The price for 457 8th Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida is $790,000.
The status of 457 8th Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida is Active.
The subdivision of 457 8th Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida is Saffords Add Rev.
The home located at 457 8th Avenue, Saint Petersburg, Florida was built in 2025.
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