1520 S RICHARD AVENUE One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. PLANT HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT & FLOOD ZONE X! Tucked into a quiet neighborhood street in quintessential South Tampa, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style gem is your chance to plant roots for a fraction of the price. With nearly 2, 000 sq ft of heated living space, the possibilities to grow in this home and make it your own are endless! With a clean 4-point inspection in hand completed on 9/30/25, you will have peace of mind knowing the main systems of the house are in good working condition (Roof 2014, AC 2018, Water Heater 2024). The floor plan flows seamlessly already so all you need to do is add your finishing touches. Enjoy cozy nights in front of your wood burning fireplace and make it the focal point of your new home. Outside you will find a fully fenced backyard featuring a screened-in porch - perfect for morning coffees or evening gatherings. Plus, there's a detached 23' x 19' (437sqft block construction) workshop ideal for storage, hobbies, or even converting it into an 1 Bed/1 Bath mother-in-law suite. If you convert it to heated living space, that would give you 4 beds/3 baths and ~2, 413sqft total! Remove the tree and you have plenty of room to build a pool and enjoy the beautiful Tampa weather. With a 136 ft deep lot and lots selling for over $800k in this neighborhood, this home is a tremendous value. Living on South Richard Street, you will love being just minutes from Bern's Steakhouse, Hyde Park village, Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club and Bayshore Boulevard (perfect for exercising!). Downtown Tampa is just 10 minutes away, Tampa International Airport is a quick 15 minute ride, and you're just 30 minutes to the Gulf's world famous white-sandy beaches. Floor plan available upon request. Schedule your tour today and experience the best of South Tampa living for yourself!