1019 Whitehead Street - Old Town - Key West

1019 Whitehead Street - Old Town - Key West

How would you like to own a three bedroom two and 1/2 bath home with a pool and off street parking in Old Town Key West for just $615,000.  You could if you purchase the newly listed home at 1019 Whitehead Street.  The listing Realtor describes this picture perfect property thus:

"Absolutely wonderful! This Conch cottage is located in the heart of Old Town Key West and has 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths, heated pool and off street parking. The property has been totally remodeled from foundation piers to the shiny Victorian shingled roof which adds to the comfort and convenience of this fine home. The master bedroom with bath is on the first floor and there are 2 bedrooms with shared bath on the second floor. The home has Maple floors throughout, quality fixtures in bathrooms and kitchen, central AC, storm shutters for all the windows and doors, and a storage shed."

 Sawtooth and two story additions shown above

This home was totally renovated about ten years ago. I held numerous open houses there then and I became very familiar with the house.  The original home (shown below in the black and white photo) has been expanded with a sawtooth addition and a recent two story addition which contains the new really adorable high end kitchen and dining area on the main floor plus two bedrooms, a full bath, laundry area, and a coffee bar on the second floor.

Living room has vaulted ceiling that really expands the feel of this room

High end cabinets and appliances make this kitchen a standout!

Maple floors are another feature of this beautiful home

There are two bedrooms and a large bath on the second floor. And this home has a really nifty additional feature - a coffee bar where the family or guests could make morning coffee or grad a late night snack from the mini-refrigerator.

Very inviting pool!

CLICK HERE to view more photos I took of this super cute cottage home. And CLICK HERE to view the Key West Association of Realtors mls datasheet.  If you would like to see 1019 Whitehead Street, or any other property in Key West, please contact me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West. This place could be your perfect getaway in Paradise.

707 Southard Street - Old Town Key West Chramer Extraordinaire!

707 Southard Street - Key West, Florida

Just listed today, but not by me, an absolute doll house if I ever saw one. This special little home at 707 Southard Street is located in the heart of Old Town Key West. You can't beat the location for convenience. Most of the neighboring homes are equally charming and certainly much pricier. The asking price will fit the budget of many buyers who want a simple getaway place: asking $565,000.

The house next door to the east

The listing Realtor describes this special property this way:

"The Quintessential Conch Cottage on one of the best blocks in the center of Old Town. Utterly charming. Relax on your front porch and watch the world go by. Just a block to Sarabeths and two blocks to Duval. Separate outdoor building houses the original kitchen. The interior was just updated with refinished bath with stone floors, new fixtures, completely repainted interior, refinished wood floors. Outdoor shower and laundry."

The funny thing is I walked by this house on Monday and thought to myself I wish a place like this or its neighbor on either side were for sale. All three look absolutely perfect. Serendipity, perhaps?

The roof is composed of two sawtooth gables plus a rear shed addition. The home is painted a bright white. The blue shutters contrast the white so perfectly that the resultant appearance is crisp and clean. The front porch provides an excellent perch for viewing the continual people parade. I can imagine sitting there sipping an iced tea greeting passersby as they say things like "I love your home!" or other such words of praise and envy.

The house itself is small, just 606 sq ft. The living area is quite spacious and tastefully designed. Six over six window provide light on the south and east walls. The master bedroom is located front west and when the bedroom door is open the filtered light from that room adds additional light to the living area. So what one might assume to be a small space actually appears quite large. There is a smaller second bedroom at the rear. Both bedrooms have private baths. The dining area is nestled between the main house and the historic cook house at the rear which is housed in a smaller building. The cool pool is located to the west of the cook house. What a delightful place to spend the spring, or summer, or fall, or winter, or the rest of your life. 707 Southard Street may be everything you need in a picture perfect setting and located near where ever you want to go. CLICK HERE to view photos I took of this charming cottage home.

Dade County Pine walls and ceiling plus six over six windows equal Key West Classic

Sophisticated but not stuffy

Master bedroom (above) master en suite bath (below)

The second bedroom (below) has private bath and a view of the darling pool

Dining is nestled between the main house and cook house

The cook house is located in a separte building at the rear

Sarabeth's is just a block away to the west. The Cafe Marquesa is a five minute walk. The Monroe County Library is around the corner: perhaps a three minute walk. Ten minutes if you stop to speak to neighbors. Five Brothers is located a couple of blocks east. You can be almost any place in Old Town within a five to fifteen minute walk. And that's why living here is so great. Your needs are less and they are fulfilled without a lot of to-do.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West Association of Realtors mls datasheet and to view the listing Realtors photos. Better yet, please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642 to schedule a visit to see this place. Don't wait. I got to show this house late Tuesday (the day it was in the mls) and there were other agents following right behind me. This house ought to sell very quickly. Our market has few places left and this Key West property is offered at the price point where many buyers are prepared to buy. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Coastal Realty, Inc.

1123 Von Phister Street - Casa Marina Cutie - Key West

1123 Von Phister Street - Casa Marina Area - Key West

Frequent readers know that I live in the Casa Marina area of Key West (it's the quieter location close to the Atlantic Ocean where home most of the homes are large and sit on equally large lots). Preferred Properties (that's where I work but this is not my listing) has a small cottage style home that is actually located only a few doors from where I live. I wrote about this cottage home when it was first listed. I am surprised that it has not sold yet. I decided to comment about the place again. The listing Realtor who also lives in the area describes the property like this:

"This lovely 2/2 Conch cottage is located on a quiet street in the desirable Casa Marina neighborhood. Some of the home features include a living room with cathedral ceiling, kitchen with granite countertops, two french doors (one off the of master bedroom), two patios plus a covered porch to enjoy the excellent outdoor living that Key West has to offer. Property is set back from the street for additional privacy."

Vaulted ceilings and large living spaces

The cottage sits behind a white picket fence to the rear of the 36' x 94' (3404 sq ft) lot. The cottage has 854 sq ft of living space plus decks. The Monroe County public records show the house was built in 1938, but we know that was during the Great Depression. Other larger houses in this particular block were built in 1906 and 1907. I suspect this cottage was built some time prior to 1938. Public records also show that the house was updated in 2000. The interiors offer large vaulted ceilings and user friendly bedroom spaces. Even though this place is called a 'cottage' it has all the convenieces of a much larger space. Offered at just $595,000.


CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls data sheet on 1123 Von Phister Street. Better yet, please contact me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642, to schedule a showing of this home. I am a buyer's agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Coastal Realty, Inc. in Key West. Let me show you around the neighborhood. I know you will love the area.

1307 Eliza Street - Key West

1307 Eliza Street - Key West

What images come into your mind when you read of hear the term "Key West Cottage"? Do you think of a cozy little house with small rooms and tropical foliage? The newly listed Key West cottage at 1307 Eliza Street has the tropical foliage, but the rooms (and living spaces) are not small by any means. This place is Key West chic! To the nines. The listing Realtor describes this property this way:

"Wonderful architect designed house that has lots of character and a great Key West feel. Open high ceilings in the living and dining room and an excellent floor plan. Multiple sets of French doors to the patio and plunge pool. Indoor and outdoor dining and a lovely orchid garden. 2 BR/2BA plus an office and parking for two cars off street."

The house has 1350 sq ft of living space under air plus porches and deck. The 3773 sq ft lot (46.17' x 81.75') lot is located a little over one block east of White Street in the area some locals call the Arts District. The largest and most familiar neighbor is Bayview Park which is located one block to the north. This home is typical of many others in the immediate area which have been updated and refined. I would say most of the homes in this area are owner occupied. There is a small mix of rentals in the area, and there is limited amount of commercial confined to White Street.

1307 Eliza Street was built circa 1920s

1307 Eliza Street as it appears in 2012

The house was substantially renovated from its original design. Windows and doors were obviously replaced. The main entry was relocated to the side of the house, typical of many Key West homes which use front rooms for alternate living purposes. In this house, the master bedroom and bath are located at the front and the old front porch is now a private outside area. The ceiling was vaulted and French doors were added as was the pool. The roof was replaced in 2008. The house sparkles from every direction.

Vaulted ceiling and open areas abound in this chic Key West Cottage

What a great kitchen - it even has a pantry!

Guest bedroom has an adjacent office

Master bedroom with en-suite bath

Private outdoor sitting area off master suite

It's a sad fact that many of the Key West cottages in old town sit on tiny lots and do not have the space for a pool, or parking, or luxuries like an orchid garden. But this Key West cottage has all three.

Pool

Orchid garden - all that is missing is you!

CLICK HERE to view the Key West Association of Realtors datasheet and listing photos on 1307 Eliza Street that is offered at $659,000. I took more photos which you can see if you CLICK HERE. Better yet, please contact me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642 to schedule a showing of this lovely Key West Cottage. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Coastal Realty, Inc. You will glad you took the time to see how much of a house you can get for the money.

2 Hunts Lane - Old Town - Key West

2 Hunts Lane - Key West

2 Hunts Lane was just listed by Preferred Properties, that's where I work but this is not my listing. The listing agent describes this cute Key West cottage thus:

"Adorable turnkey Conch cottage on a very private walking lane in the heart of Old Town Key West. Steps from several great restaurants, shops and attractions,this home has been tastefully renovated and is full of Key West charm and color.The perfect tranquil vacation retreat, ready for the savvy buyer who enjoys the pleasures of exploring our unique Historic District. Move in, unpack and enjoy."

Hunts Lane is a walking lane as evidenced by the photo above. You will never see a Conch train nor trolley nor even an errant motorcycle on this not beaten path. There is only room for pedestrians and maybe a bike or scooter. The lane is maybe two hundred long at best. It dead ends so there is no place to go unless you are fortunate enough to live there or are visiting.

2 Hunts Lane is a three bedroom cottage of 1250 sq ft. No fix-up needed here. It is fit as a fiddle and ready for Key West easy living. The living area, kitchen and master bedroom and only bathroom are located on the main floor. Two more bedrooms are located on the second floor. There is no backyard nor pool nor spa. The cute front porch is the outside living area. All you need do is lock up the shutters and return up north when your season is over with in Key West. This perfect little Key West cottage home is offered at $489,000. CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls data sheet and to view more photos.

If you would like to see 2 Hunts Lane or any other property in Key West please contact me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642. Or send me an email at kw1101v@aol.com and ask me to send you a slide show presentation on this special property. I am a buyer's agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Coastal Realty, Inc. in Key West. Don't let this little gem pass you by. It will sell quickly at this price.