8525 42ND AVENUE N PRIME WATERFRONT....... This property offers an incredible opportunity to own a canal front property in the highly desirable Bay Pines neighborhood and a blank canvas to build a Florida living exceptional dream home – perfect for any visionary Buyer. The existing home had sustained damage from Hurricane Helene and is being sold As-Is. Mitigation is complete from storm and ready to restore, raise up or rebuild. House was owned by original family over 55+ years with interior updates over the years. House has never flooded in prior storms. Prior to the hurricane, house was custom designed inside by the family. The kitchen had two-tone cabinets of light and dark chocolate alder custom cabinets. Outdoor has a small cocktail bench sitting pool and a large composite dock with drop down for kayak launching. Situated on 6, 499 sq ft premium waterfront lot in unincorporated St. Petersburg with beautiful sunset views and access to intercoastal waterways, Johns's Pass and the Gulf of Mexico. Vision yourself and your family on a sunny day lounging in the pool or sitting under the gazebo enjoying the breeze, listening to the birds, watching the playful manatees and dolphins while they frolic in the canal all day long while enjoying the peace and quiet of this canal life where all neighbors consider each other friends and family. This property holds immense potential and the promise of the ultimate Florida quiet canal lifestyle. Land is very valuable with easy access to all Gulf beaches and downtown St. Petersburg. Minutes away from shopping malls and a variety of grocery stores. As to daily shopping, recreation, churches, schools and a vibrant nightlife of beaches and downtown all within reach of enjoying poolside lounging, arts, museums, music concerts, bistros, restaurants, golfing and other recreational activities close to this property. House can be re-appraised if requested so it can be on track for FEMA guidelines for the remodel. THIS PROPERTY IS ALSO LISTED AS A LOT FOR SALE UNDER MLS# TB8317011 DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A SLICE OF HEAVEN, SO FEEL FREE TO MAKE A REASONABLE OFFER.