1317 ESSEX Drive N Completely updated and ready for you to move in! This gorgeous west St. Pete, non-flood zone pool home features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom of fully updated living space with all the big tickets items taken care of for you. As you cross over the front entry paver patio, you'll step into the living room greeted by timeless tile flooring and stylish ship lap walls. Around the corner you'll walk the short hall to the primary bedroom and the fully updated bathroom next door. As you explore the rest of the home you'll find the modernized kitchen with stainless steel appliances, sleek subway tile backsplash, farmhouse sink, and slow close cabinets. You'll love the split bedroom plan with the 2nd bedroom off the kitchen. From the kitchen you pass through the laundry room as you open the back door to discover your new backyard oasis. This landscaped yard is built for both peaceful evenings and weekend cookouts. The oversized concrete patio and its sunshade create endless possibilities for hosting large parties or cooking smores by a firepit. The 2024 saltwater pool features a sundeck and both heating and cooling capabilities for year-round enjoyment. For total peace of mind, the home underwent a fully permitted renovation in 2023 including new roof, windows, HVAC, tankless water heater, and electrical. The home has also had its electric service line moved underground for extra storm hardening. The Tyrone Gardens neighborhood offers the ideal combination of convenient location and suburban living. Located minutes away from Tyrone mall, 15 min from downtown St. Pete, 15 min to St. Pete Beach, and just 30 min from TPA you really can have it all.