$1,175,000
1979 Iowa Avenue
St Petersburg, FL 33703
Property type
Year built
Lot size
Price / sq ft
HOA dues
Days on market
Garage spaces
Flood zone
About this home
**Stunning fully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom pool home with 2-car garage, nestled on prime sailboat-water deep canal in the highly coveted Venetian Isles community of St. Petersburg!** Step into modern luxury with this turnkey waterfront gem, completely reimagined with high-end finishes throughout. The chef's kitchen dazzles with exquisite quartz countertops, premium appliances, gas-range, and seamless flow—perfect for entertaining or everyday gourmet meals. Both bathrooms have been elegantly updated with designer touches, while luxurious porcelain tile flooring offers beauty, durability, and easy coastal living. Major updates include a brand-new roof (July 2024), new hurricane impact double-pane windows, new pool pump, new gas-water heater, updated electrical panel, and refreshed electrical systems for peace of mind. This amazing home has been completely updated with no expense spared! Outside, your private pool awaits sunny Florida days, and the expansive backyard opens to a deep-water canal with direct access to Tampa Bay and the Gulf —ideal for boating enthusiasts, fishing, sunset cruises, or simply enjoying the sparkling water views from your oversized lanai. Located in the exclusive, deed-restricted community of Venetian Isles—a picturesque enclave of man-made islands connected by bridges—this sought-after neighborhood combines serene waterfront tranquility with unbeatable convenience. Just minutes from award-winning downtown St. Pete, you'll enjoy world-class museums, vibrant restaurants, buzzing nightlife, eclectic retail, live concerts, art festivals, and the iconic Saturday Morning Market—all without sacrificing the relaxed coastal vibe. This is more than a home—it's the Florida lifestyle you've been dreaming of: luxury, location, and endless waterfront adventures. Don't miss your chance to own in one of St. Petersburg's most desirable communities. Schedule your private showing today!
Estimated monthly payment
Estimate only. Taxes use the listing's reported amount where available; insurance is a Florida-average estimate. Your actual payment will vary — run a full calculation or talk to a lender.
Price & listing history85 days on market
- Status: ActiveMar 5, 2026
- Listed$1,200,000Mar 5, 2026
- Price reduced$1,175,000
Virtual Tour
Facts & features
- Property type
- Residential
- Sub type
- Single Family Residence
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 85
- Cumulative DOM
- 278
- Subdivision
- Venetian Isles
- County
- Pinellas
- Year built
- 1972
- Living area
- 1,996 sq ft
- Price/sq ft
- $589
- Building area
- 2,944 sq ft (Public Records)
- Lot size
- 10,058 sq ft
- Lot category
- 0 to less than 1/4
- Flood zone
- AE (12103C0228H)
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Pool
- Private pool
- Annual taxes
- $4,817 (2025)
- Parcel #
- 03-31-17-93878-009-0040
- MLS #
- TB8482630
Interior Details
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Flooring
- Tile
- Appliances
- Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Interior features
- Ceiling Fans(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Solid Surface Counters, Stone Counters, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
- Stories / Levels
- One
- Direction faces
- South
Heating & Cooling
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central Air
Parking
- Garage spaces
- 2
- Attached garage
- Yes
- Parking features
- Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Ground Level
HOA & Financial
- HOA fee
- $240 / Annually
- Monthly HOA
- $20/mo
- Total monthly fees
- $20/mo
- Total annual fees
- $240
- HOA name
- Venetian Isles Homeowners Association
- CDD
- No
- Homestead exemption
- Yes
- Min lease term
- 1 Month
- Listing terms
- Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Available for lease
- Yes
- Lease restrictions
- Yes
- Additional lease restrictions
- Buyer and/or Buyer's Agent must confirm lease restrictions with City of St. Petersburg.
Exterior & Construction
- Exterior features
- Lighting, Private Mailbox, Rain Gutters, Sliding Doors, Sprinkler Metered
- Construction materials
- Block, Stucco
- Roof
- Tile
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Private pool
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Water access
- Yes
- Water view
- Yes
- Road surface
- Asphalt, Paved
Utilities
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water source
- Public
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Fire Hydrant, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Sprinkler Recycled, Underground Utilities, Water Available, Water Connected
Community
- Pets allowed
- Cats OK, Dogs OK
Schools
Letter grades: Florida DOE 2024–25 school grades (Orange, Seminole, Lake, Osceola, Brevard). Assigned schools from the listing agent — verify enrollment with the district.
Room Details
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Living Room | First | 18x14 |
| Family Room | First | 27x12 |
| Primary Bedroom | First | 18x12 |
| Bedroom 1 | First | 14x13 |
| Bedroom 2 | First | 14x11 |
| Dining Room | First | 12x11 |
| Kitchen | First | 12x11 |
Listing Details
- Listing date
- 2026-03-03
- On market date
- 2026-03-05
- Original list price
- $1,200,000
- Occupant type
- Vacant
- MLS area
- 33703 - St Pete
- Listing AOR
- Suncoast Tampa
- Status changed
- 2026-03-05
- Tax legal description
- VENETIAN ISLES UNIT 3 BLK 9, LOT 4
Flood risk
FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area (1% annual-chance / “100-year” floodplain). Flood insurance is generally required by mortgage lenders.
Source: FEMA flood zone reported on the listing. Confirm current designation at FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Location
Directions
from 1st Street and 38th Ave North, head East on 38th Ave North, which turns into 40th Ave North and then turns into Connecticut Ave NE. Continue on Connecticut to Overlook Drive NE, turn left. proceed to Grand Canal Blvd NE to Overlook Drive and take a right. Continue on Grand Canal to Iowa Ave NE and take a right. Proceed to site.
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