260 40TH AVENUE Under contract-accepting backup offers. Rarely available Belle Vista gem just a few short blocks from world renowned St. Pete Beach and its fun gulf side restaurants and entertainment venues. This updated 2/2 home on a large corner lot is available for immediate occupancy and conveniently located a short walk or pedal from the beach access directly across Gulf Boulevard. The Belle Vista neighborhood boasts its own kayak/paddleboard launch at the Mini Park, Bill Currotto playground and picnic area, beach parking lot and a nearby boat ramp by the Don Cesar. A brand new shell circular drive and just completed exterior paint greet you as you arrive. Easy care Saltillo terra cotta tiled floors in the main areas of the home are perfect for beach living. The light and bright open great room plan makes the home live much larger than its size. The chef of the family will love the spacious island, plentiful granite countertop prep space, stainless appliances, upgraded sink & faucet, and the abundant cabinet and pantry storage. The breakfast bar is perfect for casual dining and can double as a buffet while entertaining. Doors from the kitchen and the adjacent dining room open to the back patio allowing the warm Florida breezes to flow through. Crown moulding, bead board wainscoting, recessed can lighting, raised panel doors and lever handles are found throughout the home. There are two en suite bedrooms, each situated on opposite sides of the home, giving privacy to all. The main bedroom features double French doors to the rear patio, laminate flooring, vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet measuring a generous 11x6 and its own mini split A/C for added efficiency. The primary bath features a granite countertop, plank tiled floor, clear glass doors on the shower, a large window for natural light and an over-sized jetted tub for relaxing after a day at the beach. The second bedroom has new paint, laminate floors, upgraded wood shelving in the closet and access to bath 2 through its own private door. A second closet in this room features a newer full sized stack washer/dryer. Bath 2 can be accessed from the kitchen/great room in addition to the second bedroom and boasts a huge walk-in shower, tile floor, granite topped vanity and a window with views of the rear yard. The 15x29 brick pavered patio on the rear of the home gives you tons of space for outdoor entertaining and barbeques. The spacious fenced back yard has plenty of room for the entire family to play, including the furry four-legged kind. Truly a gardener's delight, the environmentally conscious mulched back yard conserves water, prevents weeds and saves soil nutrients for the vast array of edible herbs, plants and trees including mango, papaya, bananas, cassava, sweet potato, Mexican tree spinach and lemongrass that surrounds the rain garden area, just to name a few. The shed offers lots of space for your gardening tools and beach toys and the double gate on Moody St. gives easy access to the rear yard for your boat or RV. A dedicated RV outlet on the side of the home makes it easy to hook up. The electrical was updated in 2015, the plumbing has been re-piped, the roof was installed in 2016, one of two water heaters was changed in 2023, brand new exterior paint in 2024 and a brand new A/C system was installed in Dec of 2023 giving you added peace of mind. A location and value like this won't last long so schedule your private showing today!