One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home in the heart of sunny St. Petersburg, offering the perfect combination of modern features, smart upgrades, and resort-style outdoor living. From the moment you step inside, you’re greeted by an open and airy floor plan that flows effortlessly throughout the home, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. At the center of the home is a stunning, oversized kitchen featuring a massive island with luxurious leathered marble countertops, tall white cabinetry that reaches the ceiling, and stainless steel appliances updated in 2018. Whether you're cooking for family or hosting guests, this kitchen is both stylish and functional. The split-bedroom layout offers enhanced privacy, with the spacious primary suite tucked away from the guest bedrooms. The updated primary bathroom features a walk-in shower and direct access to the pool area, while the guest bathroom includes a full tub and modern finishes. Flooring throughout is a sleek mix of tile and luxury vinyl plank, offering durability and easy maintenance. A flexible bonus room opens to the outdoor living space via sliding glass doors, making it perfect for a home office, gym, or playroom. Step outside to your own private retreat, where a covered awning creates a shaded space for outdoor dining or relaxing, complete with a wall-mounted outdoor TV for entertaining. The massive 16 x 28 saltwater pool is the centerpiece of the fully paved backyard, eliminating the need for grass maintenance. The paver patio also includes outdoor electrical outlets, ideal for adding an outdoor kitchen, grill station, or additional lighting. Surrounding the yard are large, mature tropical plants that provide natural privacy and a lush, serene backdrop. The home also features a dedicated dog run, perfect for pet owners, and gated access on both sides of the property for convenient parking of a golf cart, small boat, or trailer. The front yard includes a full irrigation system for easy lawn care. This home is loaded with major upgrades, including a durable metal roof installed in 2018, rain gutters, a brand-new A/C unit (2024), and new stainless and glass appliances from 2018. For added energy efficiency and convenience, the home is also equipped with a tankless water heater and a whole home reverse osmosis (RO) system, providing clean, purified water throughout the entire house. Centrally located near small lakes, JW Cate Park, shopping centers, restaurants, Tyrone Mall, and just minutes to the Gulf beaches, downtown St. Pete, and Tampa, this home is perfectly positioned for work, play, and relaxation. Whether you're hosting guests by the pool, relaxing under the awning, or enjoying the comfort of the modern interior, this property offers everything you need to live the Florida lifestyle to the fullest.