523 GEORGIA AVE

Hidden Gem with Stunning Water Views! Discover a rare opportunity to own a charming two-story beach house with breathtaking views of St. Joseph’s Sound! This diamond in the rough is ready for your personal touch—just add some updates and a little sweat equity to make it truly shine. The main living area(1,304 sq. ft.) is located on the second floor , which DID NOT FLOOD and is accessible via both an interior and an exterior staircase. Inside, you'll be greeted by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a spacious open-concept great room featuring a wood-burning fireplace—perfect for cozy evenings. The kitchen is ideal for entertaining, offering a breakfast bar, built-in desk area, and a dedicated dining space. Throughout the home, plantation shutters enhance the coastal charm. Step outside through the double sliding glass doors onto your expansive covered wraparound porch, where you can soak in magnificent water views and picture-perfect sunsets every evening. The primary suite is a true retreat with its own fireplace, private sliding glass door to the porch, and serene water views. The ensuite bath boasts a recently updated double vanity and sinks. A spacious second bedroom and an office (which can easily convert to a third bedroom by adding a closet) complete the upstairs living space. Downstairs, the in-law suite/Airbnb apartment (688 sq. ft.)offers a full kitchen, one bedroom, and one bath—a fantastic space for guests or rental income. This lower level DID FLOOD and was impacted by Hurricane Helene, has been gutted, and is ready for your vision and renovations. Additional features include an attached two-car garage with laundry hookups. Roof 2019.This home is nestled in the heart of Crystal Beach! NO HOA here! This is a golf-cart-friendly community where locals cherish the saying: “If you’re lucky enough to live in Crystal Beach, you’re lucky enough!” Enjoy easy access to the public shell path at the end of Georgia Avenue for scenic waterfront strolls leading to the community park and the soon-to-be new community pier. The Pinellas Trail is just a few blocks away, offering endless biking and walking opportunities. Don’t miss this chance to own a slice of Old Florida paradise! Schedule your showing today!

MLS ID#

MFRTB8345905

Price

$469,000

Status

Active

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3

Full Baths

3

Half Baths

0

Square Footage

1,992 sqft

Acres

0.1900

Year Built

1978

Type

Residential

Subtype

Single Family Residence

Style

Traditional

Address

523 GEORGIA AVE

Subdivision

Seaside Assembly

City

Crystal Beach

County

Pinellas

State

FL

Zip Code

34681

Senior Community

No

Amenities

Shuffleboard Court, Park, Trail(s)

Parking

N/A

View

No

Waterfront

No

Pool

No

Interior Features

Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs

Heating

Central

Cooling

Central Air

Flooring

Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Wood

Fireplace

Wood Burning

Stories

2

Appliances

Range, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Sliding Doors, Sidewalk

Construction

Block, Wood Frame, Wood Siding

Foundation

Slab

Roof

Shingle

Fencing

N/A

Lot Features

Paved, Corner Lot, In County, Near Public Transit, Sidewalk, Unincorporated, Level, FloodZone, Near Golf Course, Near Marina, Flood Insurance Required

Elementary

Ozona Elementary-Pn

Middle

Palm Harbor Middle-Pn

High

Palm Harbor Univ High-Pn

Date Listed

February 10, 2025

Days on Market

2

Zoning

R-3

Direction Faces

North

New Construction

No