Discover the epitome of waterfront living at 16B Franklin Court South, where the magic phrase "location, location, location" truly comes to life. Greet each day with breathtaking sunrise vistas and unwind to the mesmerizing hues of sunset over the pristine waters, as the property showcases its prime positioning with front and rear water views. This beautifully upgraded contemporary Mediterranean home in the highly-desirable Marina Bay—a gated 60-acre tropical oasis nestled among Eckerd College, Bayview Isles, and Tierra Verde along the shores of Boca Ciega Bay—boasts three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, captivating with 10-foot vaulted ceilings, an open floor plan, a media room, and is constructed to the highest building standards in Pinellas County. This residence is just moments away from the renowned beaches of St. Pete and the dynamic energy of downtown St. Petersburg.
This residence stands out with custom features, luxury finishes, and exceptional details, including a modern, floor-to-ceiling stone wall fireplace, porcelain wood tile flooring, crown molding, and high-end appliances that elevate the living experience. The gourmet chef's kitchen, designed for entertaining, features a double-width ultra-premium Vermont Danby Marble island, a natural gas Viking stove with an exhaust hood, a built-in bar with a Sub-Zero under-counter wine refrigerator, custom pendant lighting, and a generously sized pantry.
The secluded owner's suite offers custom walk-in California Closets and a spa-like bath with dual vanities, a walk-in shower, a soaking tub, decorative wood accents, and custom mirrors and lighting. Step into the upgraded lanai, where marble-tiled floors, a beadboard ceiling with recessed lighting, a ceiling fan, crown molding, a remote-control exterior sunshade, and seamless screens provide an oasis for enjoying unobstructed water views.
Additional highlights include a newly remodeled powder room with a captivating porcelain accent wall, an integrated surround-sound system, wooden louvered shutters, cornice window treatments, and a staircase with stainless steel balusters. The entire living space is accessible by a private elevator from the nearly 2,300-square-foot lower level, complete with a 2-car garage finished with epoxy flooring and a climate-controlled media room—perfect for a home theater, workshop, gym, or game room.
Marina Bay's commitment to excellence is evident in its FORTIFIED Gold standards, surpassing building codes with impact and pressure-rated windows, sliders, entry doors, and garage doors. The all-block construction and foam insulation for energy efficiency make Marina Bay the sole development in Pinellas County with fortified-quality construction.
The allure of this extraordinary home extends beyond its walls, complemented by lush tropical landscaping and serene lakes throughout Marina Bay—a true nature preserve teeming with osprey, herons, egrets, ibis, and ducks. Observe pelicans diving for fish and enjoy the playful antics of dolphins and manatees in Boca Ciega Bay, beside the community's deep-water marina.
Marina Bay offers amenities such as two pools, two spas, a fitness center, and a community clubhouse, along with a fishing pier adjacent to the docks. Embracing a pet-friendly ethos, Marina Bay is conveniently located 10 minutes from downtown St. Pete, 25 minutes from Tampa Airport, and a short bike ride along the protected paths of Pinellas Trail to the beaches of Pass-a-Grille and St. Pete. This is a rare opportunity to experience luxurious coastal living in a meticulously crafted haven.
3
BEDS
2.5
BATHS
2,334 SQFT
LIVING
AREA
4,656 TOTAL SQFT
Features & Amenities
Interior
TOTAL BEDROOMS
TOTAL BATHROOMS
FULL BATHROOMS
FLOORING
3
3
2
Porcelain Tile
Area & Lot
STATUS
TYPE
AREA
YEAR BUILT
STYLE
FOR SALE
Townhome/Villa
MARINA BAY
2017
Contemporary-Mediterranean
Exterior
STORIES
GARAGE SPACES
POOL
ROOF
AIR CONDITIONING
2
2+ (garage/carport)
2 community pools
Tile
Central Air
Financials
SALES PRICE
HOA FEES
$1,655,000
$655/mt
Owner Upgrades
• Custom floor-to-ceiling stone wall fireplace
• Installed climate-controlled media room perfect for home theater, gym, workshop or game room
• Doubled the size of the kitchen island by adding extra bank of cabinets (3) with pull outs for easy access additional storage
• Upgraded to Viking range and hood
• Countertops in kitchen have been upgraded to Ultra-Premium Vermont Marble
• Sub-Zero undercounter wine refrigerator, reeded glass-front cabinet doors (uppers) and wine glass rack
• Wood accents added to primary en-suite bath
• Installed custom California Closets in all closets, pantry and laundry room
• Newly remodeled powder room includes porcelain wall, Kohler toilet and new vanity with marble top
• Solid roof over upstairs patio (not screen enclosure metal roof) features Azek maintenance-free beadboard, recessed lighting, ceiling fan and crown molding
• Both upper and lower patio screened-in with seamless material that provides unobstructed views of water
• Remote controlled exterior sunshade for upstairs patio
• Custom plantation shutters on all windows
• Custom cornice window treatments on the three upstairs sliders
• Custom cornice window treatments on the three upstairs sliders
• Remodeled staircase with stainless steel spindles. Stainless steel lighting in foyer, kitchen and dining room
• Installed whole house water softener system
• Ring doorbell, downstairs patio camera, and smart thermostat for added security and comfort
• Added crown molding throughout entry foyer, primary living areas and guest bedrooms/office
• Installed in-ceiling, rear channel speakers (Sonos) for living room surround sound
EMAIL
kara.brooks@premiersir.com
PHONE
727.313.1233
KARA BROOKS HOMES | Premier Sotheby's International Realty
ADDRESS
St. Petersburg Office
120 2nd Avenue NE, Suite 102A
St. Petersburg FL 33701