705 17TH AVE NE
- ST PETERSBURG, FL
- $3,695,000
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UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Would you love to live just steps from BEACH DRIVE in St. Petersburg’s coveted Historic Old Northeast in a custom designed Canopy Home? Here’s your chance to make that dream a reality with Canopy Builders – St. Petersburg’s most trusted name in luxury home construction. This new build sits on a desirable 89 x 110 sq ft corner lot and offers 4 Bedrooms + Study + Loft, 4 Baths, an oversized 2-car garage, pool and spa, plus an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. The main residence boasts 3,985 sq ft of living space, with the ADU adding 589 sq ft for a total of 4,574 sq ft under air. The ADU includes a full kitchen, laundry, and walk-in closet—ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. Surrounded by brick streets and mature oak trees, this home blends modern luxury with timeless character, just a 10-minute walk to downtown St. Pete and the waterfront parks. From the welcoming front porch, you enter a foyer with tongue-and-groove paneling and designer lighting, while the formal dining room showcases grasscloth wallpaper, wainscoting, and a statement chandelier. The great room boasts a fireplace and coffered ceilings, flowing seamlessly into the kitchen, designed as both a chef’s dream and a gathering space. The kitchen features a La Cornue range, paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and inset custom cabinetry, anchored by a white oak island with Calcutta marble countertops, tongue-and-groove ceiling, and a custom reeded range hood. A breakfast nook with a gold pendant sits just beyond, while the butler’s pantry impresses with a paneled Avalon wine cooler, deep green cabinetry, brass shelving, marble counters, and gold hardware. The main level also includes a mudroom with dark cabinetry and brick herringbone flooring, a powder room with wallpaper and a soapstone vanity, and a laundry with custom cabinetry, marble checkerboard floors, and Calcutta counters. The primary suite offers wood-beamed ceilings and a spa-like bath with gold accents, fluted vanities, and Calcutta marble. Upstairs, a loft opens to three bedrooms, each with its own en suite, including designs with navy handcrafted tile and dark wood vanity, gingham tile with marble accents, and a white reeded vanity with silver hardware. The upstairs laundry includes deep green tile, Carrera marble counters, and soft white cabinetry. Canopy not only designed the interior but also customized all exterior finishes. Out back, enjoy a custom pool and spa, outdoor kitchen with grill and brick hood, and lush surroundings. The detached ADU includes quartz counters, white cabinetry, and subway tile backsplash. Planned features include Hardie Board siding, a tankless gas water heater, impact-resistant windows, and engineered hardwood floors throughout. Dual digital thermostats allow independent climate control. Additional luxuries include 10’ ceilings on the first floor, 9’ ceilings on the second, 8’ interior doors, and Canopy’s signature gas sconces on the porch. This home is walking distance to waterfront North Shore Park, biking distance to downtown, and just a 20-minute drive to St. Pete Beach or Tampa. Contact us to learn more about the custom finishes that make this home truly one of a kind.
BUILD WITH THE BEST
Canopy Builders was founded in 2013 by Ben and Lauren Gelston, with the express purpose of building beautiful homes reminiscent of the Low Country of Lauren’s native South Carolina. Ben’s years of residential real estate development and general contracting experience combined with Lauren’s design talent and extensive experience working for several leading home builders in the Tampa Bay area formed the perfect partnership for realizing the vision of Canopy Builders.
From those beginnings, Canopy has expanded into many kinds of architectural and project types in the St. Petersburg area, including full Design Build custom homes, our popular Pre-Designed homes, and For-Sale Townhome Projects. Canopy’s focus is on integrity, honesty, and quality of construction and design. We aim to expand upon the craft and legacy of the neighborhoods in which we build, while providing a personalized service to all of our clients.
In December 2022, Canopy Builders joined forces with another leading St. Petersburg based builder, Brick Street Homes. After founding and running a successful home building company, Katie and Tony Mullersman of Brick Street Homes joined Canopy Builders as Managing Partners, to continue the tradition of superior architecture and quality craftsmanship. With this merge, Canopy Builders will be one of the largest custom home builders in the St. Petersburg area, allowing us to better serve our customers, employees and the neighborhoods we love and build in.
For over 11 years, Canopy Builders has delivered thoughtfully designed, high-quality homes throughout St. Petersburg. With over 300 homes completed by owners Ben Gelston and Tony Mullersman, our experience and commitment to the St Petersburg community set us apart.
We offer the personalized attention of a boutique builder, supported by a 25-person in-house team overseeing every aspect of the process—from land acquisition and estimating to construction, client care, and warranty service.
Each Project Manager brings an average of 15 years of luxury homebuilding experience, ensuring each home is built with care, efficiency, and attention to detail.
Our dedicated permitting team works directly with city officials to keep approvals moving smoothly and your project on schedule.
Led by Lauren Gelston, with over 20 years of experience designing multi-million dollar homes, our design team blends timeless architecture with modern functionality tailored to the St. Petersburg lifestyle.
Before move-in, every home undergoes a comprehensive quality review led by our Warranty Manager to ensure it meets Canopy’s high standards.
From contract to closing, our team provides clear communication and support. Post-closing, our in-house warranty team continues that service with responsive follow-up.
We work with a select group of proven contractors who know our expectations and consistently deliver exceptional craftsmanship.
Canopy’s financial stability and tested experience allows us to stay ahead of supply chain challenges, manage timelines, and maintain construction quality—ensuring peace of mind for every homeowner.
Our homes are known and respected throughout the city for their quality, design, and resale value. A Canopy home is a smart investment and a place you’ll be proud to call home.
TRUST
I have complete confidence in Canopy Builders, which is why I chose them to build my home in Old Northeast. Having previously experienced the stress of building homes for myself, I knew the importance of finding a trustworthy builder who stands by their work. After thorough research, building with Canopy was the best choice. They have a stellar reputation, a strong team of knowledgeable project managers, top-notch designers and tradesmen. The process went smoothly, our home was completed on time and within budget. My family and I are absolutely thrilled with our Canopy-built home, and I am confident that you will be too!
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