2601 Queen St S FL 33712

Welcome to life in the serene community of Lake Maggiore Shores?an oasis just 7 minutes from Downtown St. Pete! This sun-drenched concrete block 4-bedroom, 3.5 bath, 2 car garaged home on nearly a half-acre of property, has been meticulously renovated top-to-bottom, transformed with a spacious open-concept floor-plan and fresh modern style with rustic touches. At the heart of this home is a light-filled, airy living room with unique mid-century crown molding, stylish and carefree gray-grain laminate floors and updated hearth; the perfect setting for both elegant entertaining and cozy family life. From there, the open space flows seamlessly into the adjoining dining room and sleek new chef?s kitchen with 100% wood shaker cabinets, gorgeous granite countertops, brand-new stainless appliances and luminous glass and stone mosaic backsplash. Your living space continues into a large attached den or office; opening out to a vast glassed and screened separately zoned air-conditioned sun-room with a vaulted ceiling that spans the back of the house?perfect as a playroom, den or man-cave, with room for family to relax, entertain or play. The 3 main house bedrooms are all amply sized and have been meticulously updated with matching flooring, new trim and closets (one cedar); and the master suite features an en-suite bathroom retreat. Each spa-like bathroom has been appointed with serene contemporary tile, creating a peaceful setting. BONUS: This incredible home also includes an attached, yet separately entranced, fully-renovated one-bedroom apartment, ideal as a mother-in-law suite, expanded master suite with additional space and privacy, or a rental unit to generate additional income! With nearly half an acre on a corner lot of level property at your doorstep, opportunities abound to transform the expansive block wall perimeter privacy fenced yard into a tropical paradise, by adding a pool or garden. A working well and new well pump with newly installed sprinkler system provides available watering for the landscaped areas. An existing paved courtyard with electrical access is the perfect spot for a hot tub or jacuzzi spa. New wrought-iron gates adorn the entrances to the back yard, complementing the tropical plantings for extra curb-appeal. Finally, this home has been outfitted with crucial structural updates, ensuring many years of worry-free living with a brand-new roof, new windows, all new plumbing, updated electrical wiring, as well as a new 3-zone air-conditioning system; 5 ton for the main house, and 2 mini splits; 1 each for the sunporch and Mother-N-Law suite. An additional bonus: NO flood insurance required for this property! Conveniently located 7 minutes from Downtown St. Pete, just blocks from the interstate, this home is also a few minutes drive to several excellent schools, including Sanderlin Elementary and Gibbs HS., as well as the Martin Luther King access boat ramp onto Lake Maggiore and playground, and a stone?s throw away from Tampa, Clearwater and beaches. The home is also a few minutes from I-19 giving convenient access to several grocery stores and so much more!