Under contract-accepting backup offers. Whether your “pied à terre” for getaways to St. Petersburg or your full-time residence, you will be captivated by the charm and character of the Flori de Leon. This chic building on the Historic Registry is located 1½ blocks from Beach Drive in the heart of downtown. Built in 1927 in the popular Mediterranean-Revival style, it was once home to baseball legends Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. From two elegantly furnished seventh-floor lounges with a grand piano beckoning Cole Porter enthusiasts, the vintage charm of the 1920’s and 1930’s is preserved throughout. The roof-top terraces with views of the city and the bay are popular gathering places for beautiful sunrises and sunsets. The quarterly maintenance fee includes all electricity, internet, gas, water, sewer, trash removal, the building’s exterior, insurance, grounds maintenance, the roof, escrow funds and an onsite manager. Please note this is a 55+ community and all transactions must be in cash.