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Places this week: Historic residence near Don CeSar
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In the early 1920s, developer Thomas Rowe purchased 80 acres of land along the shoreline near St. Petersburg and hired famed architect Henry Dupont to design and build a luxurious hotel. In 1928, the Don CeSar opened its doors and instantly became a huge success. The same year, Rowe moved into 3401 Casablanca Ave., one of six villas he had built in the surrounding area.
The 2,700 square-foot, five-bedroom, three-bath home, which sits on an 11,000 square foot lot steps away from the historic “Pink Palace,” is now on the market with an asking price of $1.75 million.
After Rowe died in 1940, one of the most well-known occupants of “Casablanca De Olivas” was Captain Wilson Hubbard, who is famous for building Hubbard’s Marina, first on Pass-a-Grille, and later at John’s Pass. Hubbard’s children grew up in the Casablanca Avenue house where, from an early age, they were indoctrinated into the family business. Wilson’s son Mark and his grandson Dylan run Hubbard’s Marina to this day.
The exterior of the home has a Spanish flare with a white stucco walls and a terracotta barrel tile roof. The curved wooden front door leads into the grand living room with original hardwood floors and a wood-burning fireplace. Two of the bedrooms are on the first floor with the master suite and two additional bedrooms on the second, with views of the Don CeSar all around.
The listing is presented by Sarah Strobel of Charles Rutenberg Realty.
2 18th Ave., Indian Rocks Beach. Photo: Zillow.
Beach estate in Indian Rocks sells for $7.5 million
An eight-bedroom, eight-bath waterfront home, located at 2 18th Ave., Indian Rocks Beach, sold for $7.5 million Dec. 6. The property includes a 5,507-square-foot main house and a 1,407-square-foot guest house.
The 25-foot ceilings in the great room and 14-foot ceilings throughout the rest of the home provide sweeping views, while the open floor plan includes a chef’s kitchen with a large island, breakfast bar and custom wood cabinets.
Originally built in 1998, rebuilt in 2009 and renovated in 2022, additional features include poured concrete with steel reinforcement, impact windows and doors, a whole house generator, hickory hardwood flooring, a workout/bonus room and an elevator.
6199 54th Street S. Photo: Century 21 Real Estate.
Bayway Isles home on the Intracoastal lists for $6.5 Million
A 13,632 square-foot home, located at 6199 54th Street S. in St. Petersburg, is for sale with an asking price of $6,595,000. Beyond the 23-foot-high covered entry is a 22-foot-high foyer that opens to a great room overlooking Boca Ciega Bay, marble floors, marbleized columns and detailed woodworking.
A 90-foot-wide covered outdoor space features an infinity pool and spa and expansive western views. The upstairs wing includes a large bedroom, sitting area with fireplace, a 265 square-foot walk-in closet and a private covered balcony. Recent upgrades include a 3-stop elevator, gas cooking and a whole-house generator.
The current owner is Dr. Pramod Kerkar, an anesthesiologist and pain management doctor, and CEO and founder of PK’s Playzone & Grille located in Holiday, Fla.
The listing agent is Dania Perry of Century 21 Jim White & Associates.
Industrial St. Petersburg property for sale
A combination office, warehouse/workshop space and dwelling unit is for sale at 2570 25th Avenue N. in St. Petersburg. This 16,278 square-foot flexible space has an asking price of $925,000.
The main building is a two-story mixed-use structure with three separate garage bays and 8,328 square feet of continuous warehouse/workshop space surrounding the back perimeter. The first floor has 1,800 square feet of office space and a 1,575-square-foot warehouse with a roll-up door. The second floor includes another 1,800 square feet of office space, as well as a 1,575-square-foot 2-bedroom 1-bath apartment.
Outside are 16 parking spaces in front, and fully gated access to the back of the property.
The listing agent is Blakemore Kearney with Vector Commercial Real Estate Services.
Commercial property at 2570 25th Avenue N. Photo: Vector Commercial Real Estate Services.
New Snell Isle home on the market
A 5,200-square-foot home, built by Tampa’s Arjen Homes in 2023, is for sale in Snell Isle with an asking price of $4.9 million. Located at 730 Alda Way NE in St. Petersburg, this two-story home features 24-foot ceilings, floor to ceiling windows and fully retracting sliding doors to the outdoor entertaining areas.
A European-inspired kitchen features a quartz waterfall center island, Thermador and JennAir appliances, a light-filled breakfast area, wine storage and a butler’s pantry.
On the first level is an executive office, powder bath, three-stop elevator access and an ensuite guest bedroom. The second level offers two ensuite guest bedrooms, and the master suite with a fireplace, private terrace and a spa-inspired bathroom with a wet room and a deep soaking tub. Outside is a Summerset kitchen, saltwater pool, large spa and cascading waterfall.
Listing by Jennifer Zales with Coldwell Banker.
730 Alda Way NE, Snell Isle. Photo: Coldwell Banker.
Office building up for auction in Seminole
A 7,000 square foot freestanding building, located at 9911 Seminole Blvd., will be up for auction January 22-24, with a starting bid of $150,000.
The building sits on a ¾ acre lot with 47 parking spaces and C-2 commercial zoning. Tampa Bay Newspapers presently leases the space, but will vacate the premises no later than June 2024 when its lease expires. Built in 1980 and renovated in 2004, the layout now includes partitioned and private offices, conference rooms, break rooms and a reception area. It has an adjustable floor plan with multiple entrances.
Even though the property is currently configured as an office, zoning allows for a variety of commercial uses, including medical, veterinary or retail services.
The property is presented by Colliers, in conjunction with the Tex-X auction platform.
9911 Seminole Blvd. Photo: Colliers.
