484 SANTA CRUZ PLACE NE #E

About This Home

A rare find! Yes, you CAN live only 4 miles to downtown St Petersburg in a beautiful rarely available 1 bed/1 bath second floor condo located in Placido Bayou, a 360-acre gated community bordering Tampa Bay. This beautiful property is for the discerning buyer who appreciates living in an upscale neighborhood for an affordable price. Lovingly maintained, this condo has many upgrades: 1) Central HVAC system is 2021; 2) water heater is 2024; 3) Beautiful engineered wood plank flooring throughout with designer tile in bath; 4) Screened lanai off living room to enjoy the breeze and wildlife; 5) Fresh paint in neutral colors; 6) Large bath with separate sink and step-in shower; 7) Spacious bedroom with separate dressing area and two large closets; 8) Stacking washer and dryer next to bedroom for ease of use; and 9) Remodeled kitchen with designer tile backsplash, stainless appliances, wood cabinets and quartz countertops with kitchen peninsula for eat-in dining. The building is well-maintained with the association making the following updates: 2026 tiled roof, 2025 repaired stucco and exterior paint and 2026 termite tenting. This condo would make a great full time residence, winter retreat or income property as annual rentals are allowed. 2 Pets (dogs or cats) up to 50 pounds total are welcomed! Monthly maintenance fee is $712 and includes water, sewer, trash pick up, lawn care, paving, exterior building maintenance, pool and entrance gate. One assigned parking space with plenty of guest parking available. This is a wonderful opportunity to reside in a relaxing nature preserve setting that you would be proud to call home!