THIS BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED 3 BEDROOM, 2.5 BATHROOM WATERFRONT HOME IN HIGHLY DESIRABLE INDIAN ROCKS BEACH OFFERS COASTAL LIVING, MODERN UPGRADES, AND ADDED PEACE OF MIND THANKS TO ITS ELEVATED CONSTRUCTION AND IMPACT WINDOWS. PERFECTLY POSITIONED JUST TWO BLOCKS FROM GULF BEACH ACCESS (25TH AVE AND GULF BLVD) AND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO RESTAURANTS AND SHOPS, THIS HOME SHOWCASES WIDE OPEN INTRACOASTAL WATER VIEWS ON A WATER SPORTS FRIENDLY COVE AND EASY ACCESS TO A BOATING LIFESTYLE WITH YOUR OWN PRIVATE DOCK WITH 10,000 LB BOAT LIFT. * * Inside, the main living floor of this home features a luxurious kitchen (2021) complete with a large granite island, soft close cabinetry, Maytag appliances including a double oven, and a spacious walk in pantry. Built in bar with wine refrigerator, luxury vinyl flooring, updated baseboards, lighting, and remote controlled window shades (2026) complement the great room with it’s own cozy wood burning fireplace. From the great room step right out to the balcony (new railing and decking in 2021) where you can sit and soak up the water views. A dining space and a half bath with full size washer and dryer complete this level. For maximum privacy, all of the bedrooms are located on the third level. Two guest bedrooms share a full bathroom. The primary suite features it’s own spa like en suite bathroom, remote controlled shades, and private balcony overlooking the water. All of the bathrooms in the home were fully remodeled in 2021 with modern and beautiful finishes. * * The elevated structure not only enhances protection but also provides generous space in the garage (13X29) for both your car and a golf cart. Additionally, there is a storage and workshop area (13X29) for all of your beach and watersports gear. The front driveway area provides even more parking space for multiple cars. Outdoor living is exceptional with a covered patio perfect for dining and entertaining. In 2022 all new pavers for driveway, walkways, and patio were installed and then resealed in 2026. A new privacy fence (2025), vinyl gate (2021), and metal roll down hurricane shutters for the sliders and fabric storm panels for the windows (2022) add both function and security. In 2023 the dock was fully replaced with composite planks, new pilings, and a 10,000 lb boat lift added. This is the perfect spot where you’ll enjoy excellent dolphin viewing and easy access to boating, kayaking, and paddleboarding. * * Major systems have been thoughtfully updated, including the roof (2020), HVAC (2023), water heater and water softener (2021), and full exterior paint in 2021. The home also features a new lawn and Rainbird irrigation system installed in 2021, a new garage door opener, and new front steps and railing. Brown Park is a short walk down Bay Blvd offering tennis, pickleball, playground, and covered pavilion for picnics. Located minutes from Clearwater Beach, St. Pete, and Tampa International Airport, this home offers convenience, comfort, and excellent rental potential. With its thoughtful design, modern upgrades, and unbeatable waterfront setting, this Indian Rocks Beach retreat delivers the ideal blend of style, location, and waterfront living. * * Be sure to watch the virtual tours for the full experience * *
Property Description: Elevated, Stilt Home
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
6,582 sq ftLot Size
$887Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rebecca Frankenfield• FUTURE HOME REALTY INC
Dreaming of living on the Intracoastal and walking a couple of blocks to the beaches along the Gulf of Mexico? Welcome to this beautiful 3 bedroom and 2 ½ bath elevated stilt home in Indian Rocks Beach. This home has been meticulously maintained and updated with Hardie Board siding, hurricane impact windows and sliding glass doors. A perfect setup for relaxing or entertaining, there are water views from the master bedroom, kitchen, dining & living room and 2 balconies. The living room features a wall of sliding glass doors, a wood burning fireplace and laminate wood floors. Enjoy cooking with a view in the spacious kitchen featuring a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry and cushioned vinyl floors. A guest ½ bath, laundry closet and a large storage closet complete the 2nd floor. Moving upstairs to all the bedrooms, wake up to the gorgeous water views in the master suite with cathedral ceilings, a sliding glass door to a balcony overlooking the Intracoastal and en suite bathroom with double sinks and shower. The second bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, transom window, murphy bed (that conveys with property) and a large closet. The third bedroom also has a vaulted ceiling and a sizeable closet. Adjacent to the two secondary bedrooms is a full bathroom with a tub/shower. Plenty of room for your car and golf cart in the oversized 1 car garage (13’ x 29’) with a separate large workshop/storage room (13’ x 29’) and a 30 amp plug for an RV on the ground level. Launch your kayaks and fish from the wood dock featuring a 16’ wide aluminum & stainless steel lift. Enjoy watching the dolphins from the large waterfront patio. Store your Class A RV or boat on the side fenced yard. This home is located just over 2 blocks to miles of sandy beaches along the Gulf of Mexico and Brown Park featuring 2 tennis courts, a basketball court and playground. Launch your boat from the community boat ramp and enjoy the additional parks, art center, fabulous restaurants and softball/baseball field home to West Pinellas Little League. A short 30-45 minute drive to International Tampa Airport, St. Pete and Tampa. Welcome home to your coastal dream life!
Property Description
Elevated, Stilt Home, Walk-Up
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,845 (+5.6%)
2024
$15,953 (+3.3%)
2023
$15,451 (+6.0%)
2022
$14,579 (+26.5%)
2021
$11,526 (+585.4%)
$538,884 + $150,418
$689,302
2020
$1,682 (+1.3%)
2019
$1,659 (−10.9%)
2018
$1,863 (−47.5%)
2017
$3,548 (+0.6%)
2016
$3,527 (−2.1%)
2015
$3,602 (+0.4%)
2014
$3,587 (+0.4%)
2013
$3,573 (−26.9%)
2012
$4,885
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
3
Lot width
55 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
6,582 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1997
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,680
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,680
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pinellas County
APN
153006422460000190
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
RM-2
Medium Density Multifamily Residential District
The RM-2, medium density three or more units, multifamily residential dwelling district provides for medium density development. The RM-2, medium density multifamily residential district correlates with the residential medium RM category of the countywide plan. Any use which is not specifically identified as a permitted use, accessory use or special exception use is a prohibited use. Prohibited uses shall include, but are not limited to, temporary lodging use of a dwelling.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Planned unit development (pud)
Sep 5, 2023 • Final
Express building
Replace an air conditioning unit with an equivalent model.
HVAC
Feb 1, 2023 • Final
Express building
Remove the old roofing and install new shingles on a three-story residential building.
Roofing
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Indian Rocks Beach, FL • 33785
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Indian Rocks Beach. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.1 hrs
3.8 hrs
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