$480,000
SOLD JAN 2, 2026

5037 28th Ave S Gulfport, FL 33707

2 Beds
1 Bath
808 Sq Ft
8,599 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$594 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

61 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Public Boat Ramp
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Wood Flooring
  • Property is near a marina
  • Property is near public transit
  • 5-minute walk to Chase Park

About This Home

As of January 2026

NEW IMPROVED PRICE! LOVABLE GULFPORT BUNGALOW with OVERSIZED LOT, GARAGE SUITE & TROPICAL OASIS. This delightful 2-BR, 1-BA bungalow is perfectly situated on a 50x172 lot w/ ALLEY ACCESS and IN FLOOD ZONE X. The property offers abundant parking off the alley, plus a spacious 580 sq. ft. DETACHED garage/outbuilding featuring both a large & small roll-up door. The GARAGE is an added gem, offering its own FULL BATHROOM with shower and wall-unit A/C (3), making it ideal as a workshop, studio, guest space, or future conversion opportunity. Inside, this home exudes WARMTH & CHARACTER. The living room & bedrooms feature original HARDWOOD floors, while the kitchen & dining areas are finished with durable CERAMIC. The kitchen offers expansive STONE COUNTERTOP space, abundant cabinetry and STAINLESS STEEL appliances including a 2024 DISHWASHER and separate dining room provides plenty of room for entertaining. The interior paint was refreshed just three years ago, giving the home a bright & inviting feel. The bathroom has been tastefully updated with a new toilet, vanity, refinished tile, freshly painted walls, & PLUMBING UPGRADES, while a distinctive artisanal stained-glass window fills the space with light, color, and charm. The home also includes an INDOOR LAUNDRY room for everyday convenience. The CENTRAL A/C system is in good working order, complete with new capacitor in 2025, ensuring comfort year-round. A screened & covered PORCH extends your living space, freshly painted along w/ the front porch, and re-screened in 2022. Beyond, the yard is a lush TROPICAL oasis with mature landscaping, professionally maintained trees, & thoughtful plantings that create a SERENE AND PRIVATE environment. Best of all, the entire backyard is FULLY FENCED for privacy, pets, & peace of mind. Outdoor living is taken up a notch with a PRIVATE OUTDOOR SHOWER—a refreshing feature for beach days or gardening. An OUTDOOR PATIO and ample room for fire pit seating make this the perfect setting for gatherings, relaxing evenings, or weekend barbecues. Addt’l highlights inc. a full EXTERIOR REPAINT in 2024, plus a new white picket fence in the front yard, adding instant curb appeal. Gulfport is one of Tampa Bay’s most beloved WATERFRONT COMMUNITIES, where Old Florida charm meets artistic flair & small-town hospitality. Known for its vibrant downtown, arts district, weekly farmers markets, eclectic shops, & waterfront dining, Gulfport offers a LIFESTYLE unlike anywhere else in the region. Just minutes from St. Pete Beach & downtown St. Petersburg, this colorful COASTAL COMMUNITY is a destination all its own — and now you can call it home. The property is offered completely furnished, making it MOVE-IN READY or ideal as a TURN-KEY VACATION RETREAT. This bungalow has been responsibly maintained and thoughtfully updated, offering a RARE blend of character, functionality, & modern convenience. From the oversized lot and versatile 580 sq. ft. outbuilding to the artisanal details & vibrant Gulfport location, this home is truly a TREASURE ready to welcome its next owner.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Smith

REAL BROKER, LLC Brokerage Phone: 855-450-0442 License #645331 Listed on: 10/02/2025

REAL BROKER, LLC

Co-Listed By

Rebecca Kuntz

REAL BROKER, LLC Brokerage Phone: 855-450-0442 License #3275407

Last Buyer's Agent

Renae Slaughter

EXP REALTY LLC License #3551544

EXP REALTY LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,475

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 8,599 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x172
  • South Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Mature Landscaping
  • Oversized Lot
  • Landscaped with Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Alley Access
  • Guest Parking
  • Open Parking
  • Off-Street Parking
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Golf Cart Parking

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 808 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Blinds
  • French Doors
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Inside Utility

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Shower
  • Property is near a marina
  • Screened Patio
  • Side Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Gulfport Elementary School
  • Azalea Middle School
  • Boca Ciega High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Veteran Park Subdivision

Recreation

  • Public Boat Ramp
  • Community Playground
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,475

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Fireplace: No
  • Living Area: 808
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Building Area Total: 1680
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8599
  • Status: Sold
  • Street Post Direction: S
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MFR805521714
  • Co List Office Phone: 855-450-0442
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Building Area Total Srch Sq M: 156.08
  • Escrow City: Tampa
  • Escrow State: FL
  • Escrow Street Name: N Armenia Ave
  • Minimum Lease: 1 Month
  • RATIO Current Price By Calculate: 594.06
  • Total Acreage: 0 to less than 1/4
  • Water Access YN: 0
  • Amenities Additional Fees: PUBLIC BOAT RAMP REQUIRES A FEE.
  • MFR_InLawSuiteYN: 0
  • MFR_CommunityAssociationWaterFeatures: Public Boat Ramp
  • Attribution Contact: 855-450-0442
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fans(s), Solid Surface Counters
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Blinds
  • Additional Rooms: Formal Dining Room Separate,Inside Utility
  • Living Area Meters: 75.07

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: South
  • Other Structures: Other
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Outdoor Shower, Sidewalk
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Pool Private: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio and Porch Features: Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Water View YN: 0
  • Waterfront Feet Total: 0

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Alley Access, Golf Cart Parking, Guest, Off Street, Open, Oversized, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Laundry Features: Inside
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Park, Playground
  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association 2 YN: 0
  • Association Approval Required YN: 0

Fee Information

  • Total Annual Fees: 0.00
  • Total Monthly Fees: 0.00

Schools

  • Elementary School: Gulfport Elementary-PN
  • High School: Boca Ciega High-PN
  • Middle Or Junior School: Azalea Middle-PN

Lot Info

  • Zoning: RES
  • Parcel Number: 33-31-16-93960-002-0270
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: City Limits, Near Marina, Near Public Transit, Oversized Lot, Sidewalk, Paved
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x172
  • Flood Zone Code: X

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Lease Restrictions YN: 1
  • Additional Lease Restrictions: CHECK WITH CITY OF GULFORT FOR RESTRICTIONS.

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5475
  • Tax Block: B
  • Tax Book Number: H4-84
  • Tax Lot: 27

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2022
Closed on
Aug 1, 2022
Sold by
Stapleton Roberta S
Bought by
Day Carmina
Seller's Agent
Elise McCarthy
CALDWELL REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Kuntz
REAL BROKER, LLC
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$455,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
1.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.81%
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Outstanding Balance
$167,048
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$317,203

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2020
Sold by
Stapleton Roberta S
Bought by
Stapleton Roberta S and Smith Tara L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2002
Sold by
Stapleton Michael R and Stapleton Roberta S
Bought by
Stapleton Roberta S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 1999
Sold by
Stapleton Michael R and Stapleton Roberta S
Bought by
Stapleton Michael R and Stapleton Roberta S

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 8, 1998
Sold by
Cressey Elizabeth and Colbert Helen T
Bought by
Stapleton Michael R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 24, 1995
Sold by
Breen John C and Cripps Winifred M Breen
Bought by
Cressey Elizabeth and Colbert Helen T
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $455,000 Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins Co
Quit Claim Deed $31,500 --
Warranty Deed $50,000 --
Warranty Deed $45,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $175,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $108,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $11,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $80,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/02/2026 01/02/26 Sold $480,000 -3.0% $594 / Sq Ft
12/02/2025 12/02/25 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2025 10/28/25 Price Changed $495,000 -3.9% $613 / Sq Ft
10/02/2025 10/02/25 For Sale $515,000 +13.2% $637 / Sq Ft
08/01/2022 08/01/22 Sold $455,000 +1.1% $563 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/07/2022 06/07/22 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2022 05/29/22 For Sale $449,900 -- $557 / Sq Ft
Source: Stellar MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,475 $341,438 $216,695 $124,743
2024 $7,158 $366,877 $249,589 $117,288
2023 $7,158 $410,987 $302,559 $108,428
2022 $585 $75,330 $0 $0
2021 $597 $73,136 $0 $0
2020 $600 $72,126 $0 $0
2019 $597 $70,504 $0 $0
2018 $595 $69,189 $0 $0
2017 $597 $67,766 $0 $0
2016 $600 $66,372 $0 $0
2015 $615 $65,911 $0 $0
2014 $614 $65,388 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Stellar MLS

MLS Number: TB8433872

Stellar MLS

APN: 33-31-16-93960-002-0270