5130 9th Ave., Gulfport, FL 33707

This charming two bedroom, one bath courtyarded retreat is as unique and special as the town it calls home. Gulfport - “Key West North”, as some refer to it, has the town-wide mantra “Keep Gulfport Weird!” At the Southern end of Saint Petersburg, perched on beautiful Boca Ciega Bay, it offers galleries and independent restaurants that are some of the premier dinning destinations in all the Tampa Bay Area; with weekly Farmer’s Market, Monthly Art Walls, as well as a nationally recognized award winning public library, Catherine Hickman Theatre, senior center and an abundance of public park space, there is always something to do. This smoke-free home has a new roof, updated kitchen, spa-like bathroom, over 50% of windows on the second floor replaced with highly rated energy efficient ones and a new HVAC with completely new ductwork ALL within the last 5 years. Original wood and new barn plank tile floor throughout the 750 square foot home which sits above 850 square foot of two car garage - ideal for an artist’s studio or workshop. Upstairs beautiful picture windows look out on vibrant green foliage reminiscent of a tree house. The best of both worlds: a small diverse community close to all the amenities of a large city. The property also includes a hot tub within the back courtyard and a storage shed both newly added within the last five years. If you are searching for a hidden gem to make your new home, this is an absolute must see!