Overview
Description
Welcome to a turnkey, income-producing coastal retreat in the heart of Gulfport's Historic Waterfront Arts District. This Key West-inspired residence offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 3,804 square feet of light-filled living space with sweeping views of Boca Ciega Bay and Veterans Park just steps from the front door.
Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, the home is being sold fully furnished and rental-ready — a rare opportunity to step into an established, cash-flowing vacation rental from day one. Existing bookings, guest reviews, and operating history are available to qualified buyers upon request, making this an ideal acquisition for investors, 1031 exchange buyers, or second-home owners seeking offset income.
Inside, soaring cathedral ceilings, a spacious great room, warm wood flooring deliver the elevated finishes today's guests and homeowners expect. Multiple porches and balconies showcase the water views and capture Gulf breezes, while the layout comfortably sleeps a full group without sacrificing privacy.
Location is everything: a one-minute walk to Veterans Park and the Gulfport waterfront, minutes to the shops, restaurants, art galleries, and live music of Beach Boulevard, and a quick drive to St. Pete Beach, downtown St. Petersburg, and Tampa International Airport — the exact walkability and lifestyle that keep this property booked.
Whether you're expanding a short-term rental portfolio or looking for a coastal residence that pays for itself between visits, 5433 Essex Ave S is a rare turnkey offering in one of Florida's most sought-after small-town waterfront communities. STR certificate and licenses in place and transferable subject to city approval.
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Address
- Street5433 ESSEX
- CityGulfport
- SubdivisionBOCA CEIGA PARK
- CountyPinellas
- StateFL
- Zip33707
- MLS #TB8548763
Interior
- Accessibility FeaturesAccessible Elevator Installed
- AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Bathrooms Full2
- Bathrooms Half1
- Bathrooms Total Integer3
- Bedrooms Total4
- CoolingCentral Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
- CoolingYes
- FlooringHardwood
- FurnishedTurnkey
- HeatingCentral, Electric
- HeatingYes
- Interior FeaturesCathedral Ceiling(s), Eating Space In Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Open Floorplan, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Split Bedroom, Stone Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Window Treatments
- Laundry FeaturesLaundry Closet
- LevelsThree Or More
- Living Area1,992
- Living Area SourceBuilder
- Living Area UnitsSquare Feet
- Rooms Total4
- Window FeaturesENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
Exterior
- Attached GarageYes
- Covered Spaces2
- Direction FacesSouth
- Exterior FeaturesBalcony
- FencingVinyl
- Garage Spaces2
- GarageYes
- Lot FeaturesCity Lot
- Lot Size Acres0
- Lot Size Area3,838
- Lot Size Dimensions40 x 95
- Lot Size Square Feet3,838
- Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
- Parking FeaturesOversized
- Patio And Porch FeaturesDeck, Front Porch
- Road Frontage TypeStreet Paved
- Road Surface TypePaved, Asphalt
- RoofShingle
Structure
- Architectural StyleCoastal
- Building Area Total3,804
- Construction MaterialsVinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation DetailsBlock
- Property ConditionCompleted
- Stories Total3
- Year Built2011
Financial
- Parcel Number333116096120040120
- Pets AllowedCats OK, Dogs OK, Yes
- Tax Annual Amount11,723
- Tax Block004
- Tax Book Number3/24
- Tax Legal DescriptionBOCA CEIGA PARK, LOT 12
- Tax Lot0120
- Tax Year2025
- ZoningSFR
Features & Amenities
- Balcony
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Central
- Central Air
- City Lot
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dog Park
- Dryer
- Eating Space In Kitchen
- Electric
- Electric Water Heater
- Elevator
- Golf Carts OK
- Hardwood
- High Ceilings
- Ice Maker
- Laundry Closet
- Living Room/Dining Room Combo
- Microwave
- Open Floorplan
- Oversized
- Park
- PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Split Bedroom
- Stone Counters
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Washer
- Window Treatments
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Lori Hopkins
Listing Agent
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