2505 53rd Street S
Gulfport, FL 33707

This gorgeous, custom-built Coastal Craftsman home is the perfect blend of practicality and location. Built in 2020, it's just a few blocks from the beach, local restaurants, and boutiques in the vibrant Gulfport Historic Art District. Even better, it's in a higher elevation"no flood insurance required!The home sits on a charming, tree-lined street covered with oak trees and Spanish moss. You're just a block away from tennis courts and a park, making it a perfect spot for outdoor fun.Step inside, and you'll be greeted with soaring ceilings (over 12 feet high in parts!) and tons of natural light. The open floor plan is perfect for hosting friends, while the sleek design and modern touches will make you feel right at home. High-end materials like concrete/stucco masonry, hurricane windows, and a strong concrete foundation give this place durability and peace of mind.The spacious front porch with Deco tiles and a ceiling fan is the ideal spot to relax with coffee or a cocktail. Inside, you'll find a huge living room, a modern kitchen with custom wood cabinets, and a dining area perfect for entertaining. Every room features custom bamboo shades, marble window sills, and stylish porcelain wood tile.The kitchen includes tall custom wood cabinets, a raised bar, and sleek stainless steel appliances. All countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms are made of beautiful granite. Plus, there's tons of storage space, including a large attic. If you want more space, there's even potential for a second-level expansion.This home is packed with upgrades: dimmable lights, smart home cabling (including smart locks and a Ring doorbell), modern glass showers, a metal bathtub, and ceiling fans throughout.The master bedroom suite comes with its own private entrance, making it feel like a retreat. Since the house was built in 2020, everything is practically brand new.Outdoor Paradise:The backyard is a tropical oasis with a huge, solidly built outdoor cabana and dining area overlooking a koi pond and water garden with a calming waterfall. There's even a custom-made wood tiki bar, dimmable caf lights, and an outdoor ceiling fan. A high cedar fence offers plenty of privacy.Both the front and backyard are eco-friendly, low-maintenance, and shaded by mature trees and tropical plants. The side yard is perfect for parking a boat or two cars behind a wooden gate, and there's even a 220 outlet for charging your car or adding a pool.Gulfport is an artsy beach town full of festivals, live music, and parks. It's also just an 8-minute drive from downtown St. Pete's Pier and 5 minutes from St. Pete Beach, named the #1 beach in the US by Trip Advisor. The International Airport and Tampa are only 25 minutes away!So, why deal with the headaches of buying an old house full of issues, or waiting years to build a new one? Move into this newly built beach house and start living the good life near the beach today!