1111 MELROSE AVENUE S, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705

Under contract-accepting backup offers. Welcome to 1111 Melrose Ave S — a beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath 1-office/den block home offering over 1,897 sq/ft of thoughtfully crafted living space. Built in 2021, this residence blends modern design with functionality, all in a prime location near downtown St. Petersburg, major highways, and the Gulf beaches.  As you arrive, the spacious front porch invites you to relax and enjoy. Step inside to an open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings and ceramic tile throughout the main living areas. Just off the foyer, an office/den with front-facing windows provides the perfect space for working from home or unwinding with a book. The expansive living, dining, and kitchen area is the heart of the home — designed for entertaining and everyday living. Book collectors dream! Expansive floor-to-ceiling shelving in the great room with a cozy window seat to curl up in with your favorite novel. A vaulted ceiling is accented by a lighted architectural display nook. The kitchen with white shaker cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar seating is ready for entertaining. At the rear of the home, the private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat. This spacious area features room for a comfortable chaise, built in shelving, and window seat. The dual barn-door closets frame the entry to a luxurious en-suite bath complete with double vanity, frameless glass shower, and a separate water closet. Two additional bedrooms are generously sized and include double-door closets, large windows, and one, a built-in reading nook. They share a full bath with granite counters and a glass-enclosed shower. A Zen-like spa-inspired laundry room includes a soaking tub, washer/dryer, and shelving — the perfect combination of form and function.  Outside, the fully fenced backyard is a serene oasis, landscaped with flowers and trees and offering plenty of space for outdoor dining and entertaining. A rear gate leads to the alley-accessed two-car garage, with a climbing wall for exercise, all providing convenience and privacy.  Centrally located near shopping, restaurants, parks, and major roadways, this home offers an unbeatable lifestyle and exceptional value.