Newly installed IMPACT WINDOWS provide safety, security and energy efficiency. Nestled in a lush preservation area, this home is close to top-rated schools, parks, golf courses, and waterfront activities while offering easy access to major roadways and Tampa International Airport- Love Pickleball? Just outside the gate is The Racquet Club of St. Petersburg a park with pickleball courts! Seller would consider leaving furniture with a great contract! Life in Placido Bayou is truly EXCEPTIONAL. Enjoy picturesque lakes perfect for fishing, shaded trails for walking or jogging, and the serene beauty of lush trees and Florida native landscaping. HOA includes exterior paint, lawn care, and fence maintenance, making for a low-maintenance lifestyle. Come fall in love with this delightfully updated home in the gated community of Placido Bayou. This home checks all the boxes beginning with its location- so very close to downtown St Pete, the beaches and major highways. Inside there are three bedrooms and two baths, Travertine floors, plantation shutters, a wood burning fireplace, a very on-trend GALLEY kitchen (perfect for keeping cooking and serving separate) with thoughtful finishes and refreshed baths. The Primary bedroom has double closets and large windows for amazing light. Outside- a large, screened patio perfect for entertaining, beckons. Feedback always mentions the outside living this home offers) Come enjoy the best of Placido Bayou!