This Placido Bayou home with newly installed impact windows provides safety, security, and energy efficiency. Nestled in a lush preservation area, this home is conveniently located near top-rated schools, parks, golf courses, and waterfront activities, with easy access to major roadways and Tampa International Airport. Love pickleball? Just outside the gate is The Racquet Club of St. Petersburg, featuring pickleball courts! Life in Placido Bayou is truly exceptional, offering picturesque lakes perfect for fishing, shaded trails for walking or jogging, and the serene beauty of lush trees and native Florida landscaping. The HOA covers exterior paint, lawn care, and fence maintenance, ensuring a low-maintenance lifestyle. Fall in love with this beautifully updated home in the gated community of Placido Bayou. It checks all the boxes, starting with its ideal location—so close to downtown St. Pete, the beaches, and major highways. Inside, three bedrooms, two baths, Travertine floors, plantation shutters, a wood-burning fireplace, and a stylish GALLEY kitchen with thoughtful finishes and refreshed bathrooms. The primary bedroom boasts double closets and large windows for amazing natural light. Outside, a spacious screen patio, perfect for entertaining, awaits. Feedback often highlights the fantastic outdoor living this home offers. The seller may consider leaving furniture with a great contract.