835 16th Avenue NE

St Petersburg, FL 33704 (MLS # TB8510088)

Description.

Positioned along one of the most coveted stretches in all of Historic Old Northeast, 835 16th Ave NE presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to restore, reimagine, or completely reinvent a piece of St. Petersburg history. Formerly home to St. Petersburg Mayor Arthur Norwood, this stately brick residence stands proudly within the quintessential corridor between North Shore Drive NE and Beach Drive NE"”surrounded by brick-lined streets, towering oaks, waterfront estates, and some of the city's most architecturally significant homes. Rich with character and timeless craftsmanship, the existing residence offers the foundation for an extraordinary restoration project, while the oversized homesite simultaneously presents the rare potential to create a truly spectacular legacy estate in one of Tampa Bay's most prestigious neighborhoods. Original details throughout the home tell a story of a bygone era, including beautiful hardwood flooring spanning the primary living spaces, original Cuban tile adorning the sunroom and entryway, and two wood-burning fireplaces that anchor the home with warmth and historic charm. A dramatic third-floor walk-up attic introduces endless possibilities"”whether transformed into an incredible loft, private guest retreat, playroom, studio, or additional storage space. The property has already benefited from several meaningful improvements, including newer roofs and a stunning resort-style pool constructed in 2005 by the renowned Sekas Custom Pools, creating an incredible backdrop for future outdoor living and entertaining. Additional features include a detached garage, workshop space, and covered carport"”an increasingly rare offering in Historic Old Northeast. Whether your vision is to preserve and elevate one of the neighborhood's iconic historic residences or design and build a new architectural masterpiece from the ground up, 835 16th Ave NE represents an irreplaceable opportunity to secure a premier piece of Historic Old Northeast real estate with provenance, prestige, and limitless potential.

Features

  • AIR

    Central Air

  • AIR CONDITIONING

    Yes

  • APPLIANCES

    None

  • AREA

    33704 - St Pete/Euclid

  • BASEMENT

    Crawl Space

  • CONSTRUCTION

    Brick

  • EXTERIOR

    Awning(s), Lighting, Storage

  • FIREPLACE

    Yes

  • GARAGE

    Yes

  • HEAT

    Central, Electric

  • INTERIOR

    High Ceilings, Open Floorplan

  • LOT

    6970 sq ft

  • LOT DIMENSIONS

    63x110

  • POOL

    Yes

  • POOL DESCRIPTION

    Heated, In Ground, Private

  • SEWER

    Public Sewer

  • STORIES

    2

  • SUBDIVISION

    SNELL & HAMLETTS NORTH SHORE ADD

  • TAXES

    8769.36

  • UTILITIES

    Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

  • VIEW

    Yes

  • VIEW DESCRIPTION

    Water

  • WATER

    Public

Location

Resources

Details: (1170715967) | [1779342698]

Price $1,295,000
Status Active
Beds 3
Baths 4 Baths
Home size 3,047 sqft
Lot Size 6,970 sqft
Days on Market 1
Positioned along one of the most coveted stretches in all of Historic Old Northeast, 835 16th Ave NE presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to restore, reimagine, or completely reinvent a piece of St. Petersburg history. Formerly home to St. Petersburg Mayor Arthur Norwood, this stately brick residence stands proudly within the quintessential corridor between North Shore Drive NE and Beach Drive NE"”surrounded by brick-lined streets, towering oaks, waterfront estates, and some of the city's most architecturally significant homes. Rich with character and timeless craftsmanship, the existing residence offers the foundation for an extraordinary restoration project, while the oversized homesite simultaneously presents the rare potential to create a truly spectacular legacy estate in one of Tampa Bay's most prestigious neighborhoods. Original details throughout the home tell a story of a bygone era, including beautiful hardwood flooring spanning the primary living spaces, original Cuban tile adorning the sunroom and entryway, and two wood-burning fireplaces that anchor the home with warmth and historic charm. A dramatic third-floor walk-up attic introduces endless possibilities"”whether transformed into an incredible loft, private guest retreat, playroom, studio, or additional storage space. The property has already benefited from several meaningful improvements, including newer roofs and a stunning resort-style pool constructed in 2005 by the renowned Sekas Custom Pools, creating an incredible backdrop for future outdoor living and entertaining. Additional features include a detached garage, workshop space, and covered carport"”an increasingly rare offering in Historic Old Northeast. Whether your vision is to preserve and elevate one of the neighborhood's iconic historic residences or design and build a new architectural masterpiece from the ground up, 835 16th Ave NE represents an irreplaceable opportunity to secure a premier piece of Historic Old Northeast real estate with provenance, prestige, and limitless potential.
Property Type(s): Single Family
Last Updated 5/20/2026 Tract SNELL & HAMLETTS NORTH SHORE ADD
Year Built 1936 Community 33704 - St Pete/Euclid
Garage Spaces 1.0 County Pinellas

Additional Details

AIR Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES None
AREA 33704 - St Pete/Euclid
BASEMENT Crawl Space
CONSTRUCTION Brick
EXTERIOR Awning(s), Lighting, Storage
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Central, Electric
INTERIOR High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
LOT 6970 sq ft
LOT DIMENSIONS 63x110
POOL Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION Heated, In Ground, Private
SEWER Public Sewer
STORIES 2
SUBDIVISION SNELL & HAMLETTS NORTH SHORE ADD
TAXES 8769.36
UTILITIES Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Cable Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
VIEW Yes
VIEW DESCRIPTION Water
WATER Public
Listing provided by Zach Steinberger, COMPASS FLORIDA LLC, 727-380-2067
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