$4,988

closing credit¹

521 51st Ave S Saint Petersburg, FL 33705

$420,000
3 beds
2 full
2,117 sqft
0.3 acres
$198 / sqft
House

Property details

About 521 51st Ave S

Fixer-Upper with an Inground Pool! Prime St. Pete Location – No HOA & Not in a Flood Zone! Calling all investors & visionaries! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with 2,117 sq. ft. sits on an oversized 0.27-acre lot and is ready for your transformation. Featuring a private inground pool, a rare rear-entry 1-car garage, and huge upside potential, this is the perfect opportunity to bring your vision to life! Standout Features: Private Inground Pool – Perfect for cooling off in Florida’s sunshine! Spacious Layout – Large living & dining areas with hardwood floors and ceramic tile throughout Wood-Burning Fireplace – Adds warmth & charm to the formal living room Kitchen with Great Bones – Custom maple cabinets, granite countertops & stainless steel appliances Oversized Lot – Ideal for entertaining, gardening, or expansion Rear-Entry 1-Car Garage – Extra convenience & privacy with alley access No HOA & Not in a Flood Zone – More freedom & peace of mind Prime St. Pete Location! Just minutes from downtown, the waterfront, top dining spots, and entertainment. Whether you're looking to renovate and flip or create your dream home, this property is priced AS-IS and ready for its next owner! Opportunities like this don’t last! Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,117 sqft
Lot size0.27 Acres
Year built1960
MLS #TB8348837
Attached garage1 space
FireplaceWood Burning
Private poolYes

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Summary

  • MLS Number: TB8348837
  • MLS Name: MFRMLS
  • Office Name: THE SHOP REAL ESTATE CO.
  • Office Phone: (727) 593-7777
  • Listing Agent: Jessica Martin

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 23, 2009
Home Sold
$221,000
Jun 09, 2008
Home Sold
$131,000
Oct 06, 2004
Home Sold
$160,000
Jul 01, 2004
Home Sold
$113,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$142,782$1,990
2022$138,623$1,924
2021$134,585$1,924
2020$132,727$1,936
2019$129,743$1,883
2018$127,324$1,847
2017$124,705$1,819

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Lakewood Elementary

Public District PK-5

0.6 mi

4151 6th St S

8

Bay Vista Fundamental Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.6 mi

5900 Dr Martin Luther King St S

6

Bay Point Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.4 mi

5800 22nd St S

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $65,278. Residents of Saint Petersburg, FL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

20%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
16%
100k-200k
12%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

39%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • BasketballBasketball
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Ross Dress For LessRoss Dress For Less
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Jasons DeliJasons Deli
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • AcuraAcura
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 521 51st Ave S

This home is located at 521 51st Ave S in Saint Petersburg, FL and zip code 33705 in the Bayou Highlands neighborhood. This 2,117 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.27 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $420,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Saint Petersburg, FL there were more than 21 sold above asking price, over 228 sold below and more than 60 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Saint Petersburg, FL increased by 10.9% between December and January 2025. In January 2025, listings were on the market for 56 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $431,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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