Welcome to your waterfront retreat on beautiful Tampa Bay. This 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, quality, and location in one of St. Petersburg’s most desirable coastal neighborhoods. Inside, hardwood floors flow through the living spaces, creating an inviting atmosphere ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features quality KraftMaid cabinetry paired with elegant granite countertops, providing both style and functionality for home chefs. Step outside to enjoy Florida living at its best. The private pool, finished with PebbleTec for durability and a resort-like feel, is perfect for relaxing or hosting friends and family while enjoying the waterfront setting. Located just minutes from the thriving downtown St. Petersburg district, you’ll have easy access to award-winning restaurants, arts, shopping, and waterfront parks. The home is also conveniently close to several renowned hospitals and medical centers, making daily life and peace of mind even easier. Experience the rare combination of bayfront living, quality finishes, and unbeatable proximity to everything St. Petersburg has to offer. No water entered this house during hurricanes. 2 inches of water in the garage only.
Sold for $1,300,000
$1,300,000
2540 E BAY ISLE DRIVE SE, ST PETERSBURG, FL 33705
2beds
2,360sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
9,483 Square Feet Lot
$1,295,700 Zestimate®
$551/sqft
$5,272 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,295,700
$1.19M - $1.41M
$5,272/mo
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Waterfront settingQuality finishesElegant granite countertops
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Listed by:
Mark Helmling 813-598-7744,
BAY VISION REALTY INC 813-598-7744
Bought with:
Mark Helmling, 680591
BAY VISION REALTY INC
Source: Stellar MLS,MLS#: TB8485651
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Originating MLS: Suncoast Tampa
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Built-in Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 512 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32x16
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x10
Kitchen
- Features: No Closet
- Level: First
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x24
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 925 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37x25
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Solid Wood Cabinets, Stone Counters, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,970
- Total interior livable area: 2,360 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Sprinkler Metered
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Bay/Harbor - Full
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Bay/Harbor - Full
- Waterfront features: Bay/Harbor, Bay/Harbor Access
Lot
- Size: 9,483 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 80 x 120
- Features: Flood Insurance Required, FloodZone, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 323117922860010240
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Recycled, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Pet fee: $0 monthly
- Subdivision: TROPICAL SHORES 3RD ADD
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $4 monthly
Location
- Region: Saint Petersburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $551/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $777,523
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 60 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Total actual rent: 0
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $1,300,000-7.1%$551/sqft |
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| 5/10/2026 | Pending sale | $1,400,000$593/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $1,400,000-6.7%$593/sqft |
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| 4/2/2026 | Price change | $1,500,000-6%$636/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $1,595,000-3.3%$676/sqft |
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| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000+154.2%$699/sqft |
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| 10/26/2011 | Listing removed | $649,000$275/sqft |
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| 2/6/2011 | Price change | $649,000-4.4%$275/sqft |
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| 1/29/2011 | Listed for sale | $679,000+78.7%$288/sqft |
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| 6/3/2002 | Sold | $380,000+58.3%$161/sqft |
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| 4/30/1999 | Sold | $240,000$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $449,494 -8.1% |
| 2024 | -- | $489,272 +3% |
| 2023 | -- | $475,021 +3% |
| 2022 | -- | $461,185 +3% |
| 2021 | -- | $447,752 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $8,417 | $441,570 +2.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $431,642 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $8,281 | $423,594 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $8,281 +1.8% | $414,881 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $8,137 -1.4% | $406,348 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $8,250 +0.5% | $403,523 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $8,210 +0.6% | $400,320 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $8,161 -5.2% | $394,404 -4.7% |
| 2012 | $8,608 | $413,657 +1.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $407,270 +1.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $401,251 -20% |
| 2009 | -- | $501,430 -7.9% |
| 2008 | $10,856 | $544,500 -1% |
| 2007 | -- | $550,246 +4.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $528,600 +35.8% |
| 2004 | $9,462 +28.2% | $389,300 +28.8% |
| 2003 | $7,383 +27.8% | $302,300 +22.7% |
| 2002 | $5,778 | $246,300 +5.4% |
| 2001 | $5,778 +12.6% | $233,600 +12.9% |
| 2000 | $5,130 | $207,000 |
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Neighborhood: Tropical Shores
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- 4/10Lakewood Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
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- 4/10Lakewood High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
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