723 Southard Street, Key West - High and Dry on Solares Hill

723 Southard Street sits on one of the highest locations in Old Town Key West near the tippy-top of Solares Hill - the highest point on the island. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with a large family room has three walls of sliding glass doors which open to the new heated and chilled pool. The gourmet kitchen has granite counter tops, Bosch stainless steel appliances, vaulted ceiling and a dining area with a wall of glass. Crown molding, designer lighting and beautiful heart of pine floors throughout make this one of the most appealing homes available a this price-point.

I found a photo of 723 Southard Street that dates back to 1965. Compare it to the recent color photo above. Among noticeable changes is the new front porch, new door, and white picket fence.

I searched the Historic Sandborn Fire Maps and found the house on the 1889 Map when it was then numbered 408 Southern Street.  The house number changed to 621 Southard in the 1892 Map and finally became 723 Southard Street when the 1899 Map was published. House numbers often changed over the years as this little town grew. While search the Sanborn Maps I learned that the large house two doors east at the corn of William and Southard (530 William Street) was identified on the 1899 Map as the Church of the Plymouth Brethren.  Key West was a very religious community 130 years ago. The Presbyterian Church was located across the street from Brethren Church, and the Gospel Chapel was and still is located across he street at 720 Southard Street. The B'Nai Zion Synagogue was located at the corner of 530 Simonton Street where Sarabeth's is now located.

I mention the churches as they help readers from afar identify the location and realize how close the property is to places they frequent when in Key West.

The kitchen is located in a double sawtooth addition behind the original cottage.  Both bedrooms and baths are located up front while the kitchen, dining, and living areas are in the rear. Guests will be awed by the height and volume of the kitchen which has a lot of storage. The washer and dryer are tucked away in the bi-fold closet adjacent to the dining table. The house has all new wood floors throughout.

The semi-formal living area at the rear suddenly becomes a poolside cabana when the draperies are retracted. Glass sliders on all three sides allow abundant light from the north to bath the room. Speaking of bathing, the pool has a new Ipe deck with sunning space. The pool is both heated and chilled - yes, the water gets warm here in the summer.

The guest bedroom is located at the front of the house where two doors access the bathroom. The guest bath is entered from the hallway and alternatively from the guest bedroom. Remember this is a small house, but it is also very functional.

The master bedroom  with en-suite is located off an alcove at the end of the entry hall. The bedroom is quite spacious as is the private bath. This home is offered furnished as shown. Certain personal items and art are not included in the sale.

723 Southard Street has 1100 sq ft of living space and sits on a 2228 sq ft lot(24'.75 X 90') midway between William and Elizabeth Streets. It sits in an eclectic block of similar conch cottages and large  houses including the iconic Albury Mansion across the street. The location is a three minute walk to Duval Street and five minutes to the Historic Key West Seaport. If you run out of bread and milk, Faustos Food Palace is a five minute walk. Of course you could just walk to any of the dozens of cafes and restaurants located minutes away.  Thia home has been rented as a monthly vacation rental. A new owner may choose to continue or discontinue the rentals, but understand this property has the perfect location as a vacation rental.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS datasheet and listing photos of 723 Southard Street offered at $995,000, then please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642, to schedule a private showing. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West.