1511 S BAY VILLA PLACE UNIT 1/2 TAMPA FL 33629 MLS #U8248435

Nestled into downtown Tampa’s desirable SoHo, Hyde Park and Bayshore Boulevard neighborhoods is a contemporary architectural gem called Bay Villa Townhomes. Winner of the AIA Tampa Bay Award in 1978, Bay Villa was designed by John Howey, FAIA, architect, and author of The Sarasota School of Architecture. This unique end-unit townhome was built specially for the architect’s family and remains intact. You will love the 10′ to 14′ vaulted ceilings, 10′ sliding walls of glass, custom built-ins, clerestory windows and a loft, perfect for an artist, architect or your home office. Fine tile and bamboo floors in the living, dining kitchen and entrance areas. There are 2.5 baths and 4 bedrooms in this flexible floor plan. The attached one-car garage is over-sized and includes room for laundry and storage or workshop, and there is space for one more car onsite, or RV, or a boat. A resident chef will be blown away with this spacious gourmet kitchen with its large entertaining breakfast granite top island bar. Stroll to Bayshore Blvd with 4.5 miles of scenic bay and city views. Stroll to Hyde Park and SoHo, and enjoy numerous fine restaurants, cafes, and boutiques. Located in the top-rated Plant High School district. Rent Includes water, sewer, and trash.