800 Fleming Street #A2, Key West - Newly Listed

The listing Realtor describes the newly listed second floor condominium at The William Fleming House in Key West, Florida this way:

"A splendid 2/2 corner condominium unit combines modern conveniences with Old World charm, just steps from downtown. This exceptional unit, with 14-ft. ceilings throughout, occupies the south-west corner of the second-floor of the majestic William Fleming House, an historic 1890s Old Town structure. The sunken/dining room area, greets guests with its gorgeous Dade County pine walls, floor, and ceiling. Built-in bookshelf/storage areas lend the space a So Ho loft feel. Below the sleeping loft/storage space, which overlooks the living area, is a stylish kitchen appointed with modern appliances, and a handsome pressed-quartz counter top. A brand-new Kenmore washer and dryer are tucked into one of the approaches to the kitchen. Both of the the airy bedrooms open onto a wraparound porch, with views of William and Fleming streets. The bathrooms, including the en-suite master bath, have been recently updated. A valuable off-street parking spot and pool/common area access complete this unique offering."

The William Fleming House is the closest thing we have to a "high-rise" in Key West. The facade looks much different today than it did during the previous century. I found two old photos showing the building as it looked when the building was known it was the known as being the location of Peacon Grocery and later as Long's Furniture. Mr. Peacon was the owner of the grand house at 712 Eaton Street which was briefly owned by designer Calvin Klein. I like the way the developer of the William Fleming House added balconies around the perimeter of the building. I doubt that a present day developer would be able to make such a bold change to a similar building. Our Historic Architectural Review Commission probably would not allow that to occur. They are dogmatic about so many things. That is unfortunate in my opinion because it stifles creativity. The balconies provide exterior space for the owners to enjoy their homes and to watch the world go by.

 

This unit can be accessed via the formal entrance on William Street or the exterior staircase on the rear adjacent to the off street parking for unit owners. The pool is located opposite the parking. The first time you enter the unit you'll be amazed at the ceiling height - 14 feet.  Then you'll see the

The SO-HO loft analogy is on point. This developer created an imaginative use of space not seen elsewhere in town. Oh, there are "lofts" located off living rooms, but they are normally accessed by means of a ladder. Spaces like that are awkward and practically useless on a daily basis. Here the loft becomes a design feature and not an after thought. It can function as a home office or spare sleeping space.

The kitchen opens out to the combined living and dining area. A breakfast bar provides informal dining space. The dining area is quite large and lends itself to grand entertaining for special occasions.

Each of the bedrooms has a door which opens out to the balcony. The balcony provides a pleasant perch to ponder to watch the comings and goings of the locals and tourists as they go about their business. At night even this beehive of activity comes to a halt. But during the daytime, people watching can be great fun.

The pool area provides both sunny and shady locations to enjoy the large pool. There is a nice bar-b-que and outdoor dining area plus restrooms. And unlike some well known tourists condos in Truman Annex, you won't be sharing the pool or facilities with dozens of strangers. You are more likely to be the only person or family using this pool. If you are a potential buyer who would like to do an occasional monthly vacation rental of this unit, you'll be happy to learn the association does permit monthly rentals. The location is perfect and you may rent the place so often you will have to choose between income over personal enjoyment. That's a predicament!

CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS datasheet and to view more photos of 800 Fleming Street A2 which is 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.

800 Fleming Street #1B Key West - The William Fleming House

Just Listed by Preferred Properties Key West 800 Fleming Street #1B, a handsome two bedroom two bath William Fleming House Condominium offered for sale at just $815,000. The listing Realtor describes this property this way:

"This ground floor condominium is perfectly situated poolside in the ideally located William Fleming House. The dramatic double height great room has big high windows and two pairs of French doors opening to a private wrap-around deck. New custom designed bookcases fill one whole wall. The master bedroom has high ceilings, a loft study, walk-in closet and a door leading to the deck. The second bedroom is in a cozy loft overlooking the great room. The assigned parking space is very close to the unit."

The photos above show the building in earlier years before the mercantile building was converted into condominiums. As you look at the old photos you see that the building originally was brick clad. During the renovation wood siding was added along with wrap-around balconies. Those balconies provide lots of exterior space for the owners to enjoy their homes and to watch the world go by. At night the building stands out as a now iconic symbol of sophisticated living in Historic Old Key West.

I remember the very first time I saw a unit at the William Fleming House. I thought "Wow! This is like a New York loft only it's located in Key West, Florida". It has many attributes of an old Key West house but modern updates which suggest loft-style living. The unit has Dade County Pine walls, ceiling, and floors you'd see in many Old Town homes. But the similarity stops when you see the impressive 14ft ceilings wrapped with crown molding and crisp white baseboards. Dual sets of French doors with clerestory windows above open to the private deck.  Plantation shutters diffuse the sunlight from windows on the east side of the living room. Finally, a contemporary interior stairway leads to the second level loft bedroom where there is a nook sitting area that could also be used as an office.

The main floor bedroom is tucked away from the main living areas. A French door opens out to the side deck area which would be a good place to do your morning exercises if you choose not to go one of the gyms located in the Old Town area.  Both bathrooms are on the first floor so you and your mate can make pretty at the same time without getting in each other's way.

The deck off the living area provides just the right amount of privacy but enough sunshine and blue sky to remind you that the  sunny pool is near.  If you have look at one of the resort type condominiums, you probably are familiar with lots of bodies lounging by pool all day long. In all the times I have shown units at the William Fleming House, I saw people in the pool one time. There are just nine units here so the chances are good that you won't be seeing people by the pool all that often.

I took a lot of photos of this property which you can see if you CLICK HERE. The photos will show many alternate view of the building, pool, and interiors. Just above you can see the off street parking. Each unit has one assigned space.

800 Fleming Street #1B is offered for sale at $815,000. CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls datasheet. Then please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642, to schedule a private showing of this well priced unit. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West.

800 Fleming Street Unit B-2 - The William Fleming House - Key West

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The above photo of the William Fleming House located at 800 Fleming Street in Old Town Key West was taken in 1986. You can see a klieg light in the foreground. The movie Russkies was filmed in Key West in late 1986. A lot of locals got to be a part of the production crew in that film. The photos below show the building in earlier years that lead up to the conversion of the mercantile building when it was converted into condominiums. As you look at the old photos you see that the building w as brick clad. During the renovation wood siding was added along with wrap-around balconies. Those balconies provide lots of exterior space for the owners to enjoy their homes and to watch the world go by. The balconies on the south side overlook the large and sunny pool not visible from the street.

 I wonder if our Historic Architectural Review Commission would allow such a change to a building like this today. It's purely speculative as the building is what it is. And it looks great. You cannot beat the convenient location right in the very heart of Old Town. It's an easy walk to Duval Street and the Historic Seaport.

800 Fleming Street Unit No. B-2 is  located on the south side and faces the swimming pool.  The interior photos below show the unit has Dade County Pine walls and ceiling which is trimmed with crown molding. The ceiling is 14 feet high. Clerestory windows provide additional light above the French doors that open out to the sunny  balcony. This unit has two bedrooms, two baths, the spacious living room, kitchen, and there is even a small loft located just to the side of the living room. The loft space is visible in the photo below.

One of the surprising features of the William Fleming House condos is the large pool located just south of the building. The pool has sun throughout the day.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls datasheet on 800 Fleming Street Unit B-2 which is offered for sale at $895,000. Please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642 to schedule a private showing of this very well located and sought after address. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West.