912 Truman Avenue, Key West, Florida - Just Listed

Just Listed - 912 Truman Avenue, Key West, Florida. The listing Realtor describes this beautiful property thus:

"You know you have found ''home'' when you walk into 912 Truman Avenue. Steeped in history, built in 1899 and totally renovated but filled with old Key West elegance and charm, this grand dame is sure to impress! If you are searching to find the true Key West experience this little community is it! No rentals allowed makes for quiet enjoyment and cohesiveness with neighbors. This 3 story gem has beautifully restored Dade County Pine throughout, 4 bedroom, 3 and half baths that include a huge 3 story guest suite with sitting area and kitchenette. Perfect for Nanny or visiting parents and friends and kids just love this special space! 38 foot double balconies grace the front overlooking lush landscape that is perfect for family gatherings and parade watching. Double staircase one in front and butlers staircase in back allow ease of flow with a home that can accommodate many guests. Living area, library, dining room and eat in kitchen provide comfort for all. Meticulously maintained, X flood zone and 2 parking spaces complete this graceful home"

You'll fall in love with this home even before you enter. The two level front porches exude importance. This house was built to impress. And it does. The pediments over the windows and doors set the tone for what is on the other side of the front door.

The center hallway opens to the stately dining room on the left and the living room and office on the right. A door at the back side of the office opens out to the private pool and rear garden. The pool is private to this house.

I first really noticed this home about twenty years ago when the large rear grounds were being developed into new homes in a land based condominium association. Even back then there were few large undeveloped lots. So new construction was a rarity. The resultant development allowed for construction of new houses and individual pools while avoiding the adherence to standard building density requirements. The current HOA fee is just $645 per year and only covers common area (walkways and parking) maintenance. Home owners maintain their homes.

The grand staircase leads to the second floor where the master bedroom with ensuite bath are on the west side of the home. Two guest bedrooms are located on the east side and share a bath.

A door at the front of the second floor opens to the covered porch.  This is one impressive property. They don't build homes like this anymore. A smaller stairway leads from the second floor hallway to the third floor suite.

This home has 3,335 square feet of living space and sits on a 5,124 square foot lot. There are two off street parking spaces. CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS datasheet and listing photos of 912 Truman Avenue offered at $1,650,000. Then please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642, to schedule a showing. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West.

285 Golf Club Drive, Key West - Just Listed!

Just Listed by Preferred Properties Key West - 285 Golf Club Drive. This 1600 Square Foot home is located in The Sanctuary at the Key West Golf Club Community. I find it necessary to tell prospective owners it is not a requirement that you need to play golf or even like golf to live on a golf club. But if you are a golfer, you'll will probably love this Reese Jones course.

The Sanctuary is a private gated enclave of 54 Grand Conch style homes which abut the golf course as Golf Club Drive loops the area. 285 Golf Club Drive is located on the left hand side four houses from the front and has views of the lake. (You do not have to wrap the loop.) The home is fenced front and rear and has a covered carport plus additional space for a second car. Guest parking spots are available is several locations.

The diagram shows the layout of this home which has a bonus room on the main level which can be used as a den or guest bedroom. There is a guest bath on the main level.

The two guest bedrooms on the second floor front have vaulted ceilings which add to the spatial feel of both rooms. They share the hall bath. The master suite is located at the rear. It also has a vaulted ceiling plus a screened porch overlooking the lake and links. It has private ensuite bath.

The home owner fees are $395 per month and include common area maintenance, pool and grounds maintenance, and basic cable. CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS data sheet for 285 Golf Club Driver, offered at $719,000 or $449 per sq ft. Try to find a single family house in Old Town for that kind of price. You cannot do it. Then call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West. I have sold more than 30 homes at the golf course.  My buyers love their homes. Let's take a look.

2601 South Roosevelt Blvd No. 501A, Key West, FL - Oceanfront Condominium

 Take a moment and consider waking up to that view each morning. It's possible. Just Listed: 2601 South Roosevelt Boulevard Unit 501A, Key West, Florida. This 980 square foot end unit has direct ocean views from the living room, kitchen and dining area, and master bedroom. The guest bedroom has courtyard views.

I found an artist's conception of the property (below) from the1960s. The front two buildings marked "A" and "B" were built in 1964. The "C" building was built in 1967.  Like any project built fifty plus years ago, Key West By the Sea has changed a bit. The buildings are the same on the outside. There is a second pool in the courtyard behind the "A" building. The landscaping has matured. The interior courtyard still has a big green lawn. There's an orchid garden and a tennis court as well. The difference with the property is how some owners have renovated their units while others remain pretty much unchanged. Unit 501A has not been substantially updated.

The Federal Aviation Administration is funding the installation of all new wind impact resistant windows, doors, sliders, and air conditioning as a part of the airport noise abatement program. This is occur by 2021 and will be at no cost to any owner or to the condominium association. I think this unit looks just fine the way it is. If I bought it, I would wait until the new windows and doors are installed before doing any interior remodeling. In the meantime, I would enjoy the pools, the tennis court, the orchid garden and the sandy beach across the street.

The Key West By the Sea Condominiums is a professionally managed association. Monthly condo fees for this unit are $612.56 and include cable tv, exterminating, building maintenance, all building insurances, common area and pool maintenance, security, and management. Pets are permitted. Rentals are not permitted until a new unit owner has owned the unit for one year. There is on site laundry as not all units have a washer and dryer in the unit. 501A does not have a washer and dryer but one could be installed during renovation. A second bath could also be installed.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS data sheet on 2601 South Roosevelt Blvd No. 501A, offered at just $590,000, 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.