4937 dover street ne

Under contract-accepting backup offers. This upgraded two-story, 3-bedroom, 3-bath home with a pool and waterfront location blends Contemporary design with coastal Florida charm. With 71 feet of waterfrontage, a private dock, and direct canal access to the bay, this home is designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. There’s a wide circular drive, and a two-car garage with a hurricane-rated door and battery backup. New A/C units and New Roof 2025. A 250 sq. ft. covered entry, featuring travertine tile, sets the stage for custom double doors crafted by A-1 Custom Glass, detailed with fleur-de-lis accents. Inside, the foyer showcases hardwood stairs with wrought-iron balusters, a polished wood handrail, and a Waterford crystal light. The open living and dining areas are finished with neutral tile, soft wall tones, crown molding, and custom plantation shutters. Expansive sliding glass doors and picture windows (triple-paned/hurricane-rated) frame views of the pool and canal, filling the home with natural light. The updated kitchen features Mont Krest quartzite countertops, subway tile backsplash, and custom cabinetry. Features include a farmhouse sink beneath a picture window, butcher-block island, Restoration Hardware pendant lighting, GE under-cabinet dimmable lighting, and stainless steel appliances, including an LG InstaView refrigerator. A built-in wine/coffee bar with glass-front display cabinetry completes the space. The Florida/Sun room features walls of windows overlooking the water, while French doors lead to a 330 sq. ft. covered patio with travertine tile, dual ceiling fans, and built-in lighting. A pergola swing, a terraced lawn with a rope/fig vine border, and an upgraded travertine pool deck extend the outdoor living experience. The PebbleTec pool, featuring a 2024 pump/filter, Jandy/Zodiac salt generator, and 18,000-gallon capacity, is the backyard centerpiece. The private dock includes a 10,000 lb. boat lift, real TREX decking, and electric/water service. Upstairs, Brazilian Teak solid wood flooring extends throughout the hall, bedrooms, and closets. The spacious primary bedroom features dual built-in closets, abundant natural light, and sliding doors that open to a 330 sq. ft. covered balcony with panoramic views of the canal. The primary bath has a travertine floor and shower, Pearl jetted Jacuzzi tub, Cambria quartz countertops, and custom deluxe cabinetry with louvered doors, along with dual sinks and Delta designer hardware. The second bedroom includes plantation shutters, a walk-in closet, and an ensuite bath with marble flooring, a Cambria quartz vanity, a glass-enclosed shower, and deluxe cabinetry. The third bedroom has Brazilian Teak flooring, a ceiling fan, and louvered closet doors. A 1st floor third/pool bath features indoor/outdoor access, walk-in shower, custom vanity, vessel sink, and Delta fixtures. Additional highlights include triple-paned hurricane-rated windows and doors, lush tropical landscaping, and a spiral staircase connecting the balcony to the pool deck. This home combines refined interiors, extensive upgrades, and resort-style outdoor living in a prime waterfront setting. Located in Shore Acres, a waterfront community in northeast St. Petersburg with canal access, parks, and Tampa Bay views—just minutes from downtown’s restaurants, shops, and museums.