8000 N Highland AvenueTampa, FL 33604Sale Price: $701,000

Seminole Heights/Central Tampa Elevated stilt home located on the Hillsborough River. Built in 2003, this charming home evokes the feel of old Florida with beach community style. This three-story home features under house parking, the 2nd floor features a covered front balcony and a back deck overlooking river, and the 3rd floor features a balcony overlooking the river. There is a pier with a covered boat lift. The cozy back yard is very private with coconut palms that the current owner planted. Enter on first level to tiled foyer with hardwood staircase to second floor. The main living area is on the 2nd Floor with an open plan between the kitchen and great room. Great room features a stone faced fireplace (currently gas) and a wet bar. Separate Dining room. Three spacious bedrooms. Including the owner's suite are also on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor is a flexible/versatile space and the 3rd bedroom. Currently used as an office and exercise area but could be modified to add an additional bedroom. The first floor also a large storage room/workshop. Additional features: hardwood floors, crown molding, plantation shutters, French doors, granite counters, gas cooktop. Whether you like to kayak the river, go out to the bay, or just sitting on a balcony or the dock watching the manatees you can get in touch with nature while being just minutes from downtown, universities, cultural amenities, restaurants, and shopping.