1221 Margaret Street, Key West - Old Town

I got a chance to preview 1221 Margaret Street a few weeks ago. I was really impressed. Really! I have written about this small group of single family homes built at the edge of Old Town in 1999. Some share a rear driveway which allowed the developer to build big houses on smaller lots than official building code required. Note the two off street parking spaces on either side of the front entry. Let's look inside.

All of the houses replicated the revival style architecture of our historic homes. The builder created new interiors that had the look of older homes. The owner of this property undid the original and remade a better version that brings this home into the 21st Century with pizazz. Walls were removed, floors replace, new kitchen added, bath rooms upgraded, and on and on. 

The listing Realtor describes the space as "striking sophisticated interior that has been professionally designed and decorated. Huge Chef's kitchen with Hansen and Bringle custom cabinetry and Dade County Pine accents throughout the home." I have been inside many hoes with built in the 1990s with similar desgin and interiror layout. This is the best renovation I have seen. You just have to stop and look and take it all in. It is that good.

Glass panel doors open from the living room out tto the pool and spa. There is a stand alone two story guest cottage at the rear. The master bedroom is located on the second floor rear of the main house. It has doors that open out to a private deck also overlooking the pool.

The first floor is entirely devoted to family living space whereas the second floor is the cloistered master suite which has front and rear decks. The staircase delivers guests to the third floor which has two additional bedrooms each with en-suite bath.

The guest cottage abuts the communal rear driveway but this house has dual parking spaces in front. I mention the driveway only to show that the space is not occupied by another house.

I have mixed feelings about the guest cottage. It is one of the very best I have seen. It has a mini-kitchen (which is fully stocked with dozens of mini bottles), a full bath, and a full second story bedroom. First floor and second floor walls were partially removed to create a more open environment. I was just awed by the space and level of finish. That's why I have mixed feelings. I feel the brother-in-law will never leave. Ever. 

This home is located in the X flood zone just four blocks from upper Duval and four blocks from the White Street arts distinct. The Atlantic Ocean is a short bike ride to the south. On a good day you can be just about anywhere in Key West in five minutes or so by car. On a bad day if you are following a Conch Train or Trolley Car or a tourist driving a golf cart, bring your lunch.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS datashet and listing photos of 1221 Margaret Street, Key West offered for sale at $3,450,000. 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.