807 Washington Street #101, Key West Florida

Just Listed: 807 Washington Street #101, Key West Florida. I have sold four units in this nine unit town home development located in the tony Casa Marina Area of Key West. I live in the area and love it. We are close to just about everything but far enough removed not to be in all the hullabaloo associated with this destination island.

The listing Realtor describes this 2240 sq ft end unit that was built for the developer this way:

"A rare corner unit with many windows. Kitchen consists of custom granite counter tops and Viking appliances. French doors lead to a private, heated splash pool. Second floor consists of 2 en-suite masters with balconies and laundry area. Spacious 3rd floor with full bath that could convert to a large family or additional sleeping space. Located in the Casa Marina. 2 off St. parking spaces."

These homes have the look of a traditional grand conch home you would expect in Old Town but all the convenience of a a large modern day home. The unit has first and second floor covered porches on front and back. Inside the front door there is a charming vestibule. As you enter you will immediately see the rear porch and pool beyond. But before you go there, you'll probably take a quick look at the beautiful kitchen with Viking appliances. There is a first floor powder room located under the staircase. Note also the tall ceilings, crown molding, high baseboards, and decorative wood trim. Two sets of French doors open out to the covered rear porch.

This unit is located on the far west side of the nine unit development. The lot is the largest of all and has the the western sunshine adding light to the interiors and the rear garden and pool. While the yard looks just fine as is, it could be so much more. This unit has been a long term rental for some time. I can imagine how much greater it could look if a new owner dolled it up a bit. A little fairy dust never hurt any place. 

The master bedroom is located on the back side of the second floor. The vaulted ceiling gives this room a dramatic aura, but it is the covered rear balcony that makes the space so special. This is the perfect perch for watching our wonderful sunsets without enduring the circus of Mallory Square and hundreds of tourists taking drunken selfies. Instead, you can enjoy a glass of wine with your loved one and appreciate all that you have achieved in life. 

The second floor hallway provides access to the master and front guest bedroom, the hidden laundry, and stairway to the third floor bed and bath which runs the length and breadth of the house. The third floor is currently under-utilized. This is a wonderful space that would make a great room for the grand kids. It has an en-suite bath as well. CLICK HERE to view more photos of this unit.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS datasheet on 801 Washington Street #101 is offered for sale at $999,999. Please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642, to schedule a private showing of this lovely home. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West  Let me share with you the advantages of living in the Casa Marina Area. 

817 Eaton Street #5, Key West - Life on the Slow Lane

If you are seeking a small Key West hideaway located on one of the slow lanes of Key West that so many wannabes find irrepressibly enchanting, you may want to take a look at 817 Eaton Street #5. It is a stand alone two story cottage that is part of a five unit condominium located where Eaton Street and Gecko Lane meet. The cottage is located about seventy-five feet north of Eaton Street on a dead end gravel lane with only a couple of other cottages.   The listing Realtor describes this property this way:

"Located in the Historic Seaport area. Own your own piece of paradise. Walk down the private secluded Gecko Lane to a detached, 2 story, standalone cottage. Very open and bright with a full kitchen (granite counters) living room area, full bathroom downstairs, bedroom with 1/2 bathroom and laundry upstairs. A quarterly condo fee covers insurance and maintenance outside. Off street parking available."

The house is only 422 sq ft divided between main floor with a two story vaulted living area and second floor bedroom and half bath.  This home would be the perfect candidate for an episode of HGTV's Tiny House Hunters. It is small but it has all the necessities plus an idyllic location in Old Town Key West near the Historic Seaport and Duval Street which is only four short blocks away.

There is a built-in dining table located under the stairway. The table folds up under the stairway to create sitting or storage space or maybe a space to place a chest or artwork. The listing Realtor told me she does not think the oven has ever been used. The current owner is the only owner since the main building and this cottage were renovated an made into condominiums in late 2003 or early 2004. The space is rarely used. There is a first floor guest bath to the rear of the kitchen where there is also a set of French doors which open out to a bricked private side yard. This space is in addition to the gated front entry garden which is graveled.

 

The birds nest bedroom includes an adjacent half bath. The current owner is installing a new air conditioning system. The window unit AC will soon be history. The stairway walls are the perfect place to display an art collection of your favorite Key West artists.

The historic seaport is located a little over one block away. There are lots of small eateries all over the seaport area including Harpoon Harry's. The Old Town bakery is a couple of blocks east at the corner of Grinnell and Eaton. And there are great donuts next door to the Tropic Cinema on the far side of Duval Street. You'll never go hungry for food or something fun to do in this location.

 817 Eaton Street #5 is offered at $499,000. CLICK HERE to view the Key West MLS datasheet and listing photos.  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.

Key West Open House Event - Sunday November 27th

Preferred Properties Key West 
 Open House Event

Sunday, November 27th

1:00 to 3:00 PM

1708 United Street - $989,000

Hosted by Dan Skahen

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1400 White Street - $649,000

Hosted by Gary Thomas

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1223 Margaret Street - $1,395,000

Hosted by Cory Held /Jeffrey Groskey

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618 Whitehead Street - $2,200,000

Hosted by Mabry Binnicker

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1209 Grinnell Street #G, Key West - Grinnell Gardens

Grinnell Gardens is a compound of three duplexes and three stand alone homes located in southern part of Old Town Key West. The listing Realtor describes 1209 Grinnell Street #G this way:

"Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a well-located town house in a delightful gated compound with shared pool and lovely gardens. Downstairs is a renovated kitchen, half bath and large, open living/dining area with access to a semi-private front porch. Upstairs are the master bedroom suite with loft and access to upstairs porch. Also upstairs is the guest bedroom, second full bath and laundry. Other features include central air, high ceilings, private gated-entrance and your own parking place. The neighborhood is located between Old Town and the Casa Marina. With hurricane-rated shutters and the X-Flood zone, insurance costs are low. Don't let this great deal slip by. Act now."

I have written about Grinnell Gardens before. The homes were built to replicate the historic architecture of Old Town with new construction techniques and building materials. The homes are now 23 years old so maybe the newness has worn off but the modern functionality endures. The main floor open living concept includes a guest bath off the living area. French doors at the rear of the kitchen open out to the rear garden where a gate provides a quick exit to the parking space.

This Grinnell Garden town home has 1360 sq ft of living space divided between two floors. The home sits on a 1210 sq ft lot which is owned in fee simple - just like your home up north in America. The homes were built new in 1993. Each home evokes the style of Conch houses familiar to returning visitors to Key West and each is unique into itself. This home is located just inside the gated entry. There is a gate at the rear so that the owner can bring in groceries (or secret midnight guests). The master bedroom has a private covered front porch that looks out to courtyard and pool. The firewall between this unit and the one next door was super-insulated to provide superior sound insulation between the units.

Two of the free standing homes have private pools, but most like this home share the community pool pictured above. The compound provides lush gardens and off street parking area where each unit has its own dedicated parking spot. I know a lot of potential buyers want a place of their own and have never thought of living in a compound. I "get" the resistance argument. But there is also a separate universe of potential buyers appreciate having full time who will keep on the place when the owners are not in town. I recently sold a neighboring unit. My buyers really like the location and convenience. Association fees are only $200 per month and include pool and grounds maintenance.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls datasheet and more listing photos of 1209 Grinnell Street #G which is offered at $798,000 or just $586 per sq ft.  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. This could by your home buy Christmas.