3411 W BAY AVENUE, TAMPA, Hillsborough, Residential

Rare opportunity to own in desirable South Tampa! Authentic 2BR/1BA 1925 bungalow paired with a beautifully designed detached accessory structure tucked behind the main home. This is an exceptional and hard-to-find combination ideal for multi-generational living. The accessory structure offers excellent flexibility for extended family, guests, or a private workspace, with multiple potential uses.
From the moment you arrive, the charm is undeniable, with a rustic arbor, picket fence, lush landscaping, and a fully fenced yard. The exterior has been recently stripped and repainted with high-end UV-resistant paint, along with new awnings on both structures.
Inside the main home, you’ll find high ceilings, original oak hardwood floors, original windows, crystal doorknobs with brass hardware, and built-in bookshelves. The wood-burning fireplace, fitted with gas logs, provides instant heat while maintaining the look of a natural fire. The dining room showcases a vintage Scottish pub table with period lighting that enhances the home’s warmth and authenticity.
The eat-in kitchen retains its original wood cabinetry and hutch, a gas range, and a vintage enamel-top table. A charming Florida Room with decorative framed stained glass hanging in every window adds to the warmth and character of this home’s historic ambiance. Discreetly houses washer and dryer hookups behind a hand-painted wood screen. The bathroom preserves its original tub and toilet, paired with classic finishes and a large closet with built-in drawers.
Outdoor living includes a covered rear porch and brick steps leading to a spacious, private backyard. A storage shed adds convenience, while the grassy alley behind the property offers a peaceful setting for walking or jogging. Additional upgrades include a 2023 HVAC system, gas on-demand water heater servicing both structures, and updated subflooring, piers, and foundation timbers for added structural peace of mind.
The detached accessory structure adds versatility with approximately 200 heated square feet + the loft. thoughtfully designed to complement the historic bungalow. Ideal for multi-generational living, a home office, studio, playroom, or private retreat. Features include real wood floors, a loft sleeping area with an additional workstation, retro-style Galanz refrigerator, and a full bath with subway tile, upcycled antique vanity, and semi-circular shower. A stackable washer/dryer is also included.
The outdoor setting is equally inviting, with a pergola-covered deck, Edison lighting, firepit seating area, and a 1950s wrought iron patio set, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. An additional Tuff Shed provides extra storage.
Located in a non-flood hazard zone. Prime location with easy access to parks, recreation, beaches, cafés, and shopping. Just minutes to MacDill AFB, Bayshore Boulevard, Downtown Tampa, Davis Islands, Hyde Park Village, and Ybor City. St. Petersburg is approximately 30 minutes via the Gandy Bridge.
This is more than a home. it’s a preserved piece of South Tampa history offering timeless character, modern functionality, and rare multi-generational flexibility. **Check out the virtual tour.**