51 Spoonbill Way - Key West Golf Club - Bank Owned

Scott Forman at Key West Royal Palms just listed a Bank Owned three bedroom, two and one-half bath at 51 Spoonbill Way in the Key West Golf Club Community for $306,900 or $232 per sq ft for this 1320 sq ft townhome.

51 Spoonbill Way is set off in the park-like setting with a huge front lawn and large trees that give this home an extra special visage that most of the other homes in the community simply do not have. The unit is one of two in the building, both of which look in very condition on the outside. We have had a nasty two years of white fly infestation and those critters have left their mess on many houses and trees in Key West. This house needs a good power washing to get rid of the white fly residue but otherwise, it looks pretty good to me.

The house has a welcoming front porch where you can sit and watch the kids play on the front lawn.  There is a second floor balcony off the guest (second) bedroom. The view up there is pretty nifty.  The back of the house has first and second floor porches as well.

The inside of the home is in very good condition. The floors are nicely tiled which ought to work with any decor. The walls, fixtures, cabinets all look in very good condition. That will make it easier for a new homeowner on a budget to move in and not have to 'fix' a lot of little things. I did notice that the refrigerator is missing. And the listing Realtor advises the air conditioner is AWOL. But the range, dishwasher, and washer and dryer are all in place.

This home is set up like just about every other home at the Golf Course with the kitchen up front and dining and living at the rear. The third bedroom (or den/office) is located off the kitchen. And there is a full bath on this level as well.

The master bedroom is located on the second floor. It has a balcony which overlooks a sparsely wooded section. The fairway is locate about 40 feet away from the house. The master bedroom has an en suite bath. The second bedroom, also with en suite bath, is located at the front. It too has a balcony with an absolutely beautiful view. (Your guests will never leave!)

Master Bedroom

Rear Balcony off Master Bedroom

The front yard and back yard of this unit are rather small which means you won't be doing a lot of gardening or paying for someone to tend your yard as muc as some owners must do But the views up front compensate for those who want a great view. This place is pretty special.

And the larger of two community pools is located about three minutes from the house (just across the street and down a cul de sac). There is a fitness center there as well. No charge to stay fit.

CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls datasheet. Monthly hoa fees are $333 and include cable, common area maintenance, security, pool maintenance, and management. The common areas are beautifully maintained. The pools are sparkling clear and the security gate has always been manned whenever I drive there.

I took a lot of photos of this unit which you can see in slide show format if you CLICK HERE.  Better yet, please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642, to arrange a showing. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West.  This is a lot of house for not a lot of money.

407-409 Petronia Street - Short Sale - Key West

 
What could be more fun than to tell your family and friends that you own a place located next door to Better Than Sex in Old Town Key West? If you buy the Short Sale listing at 407-409 Petronia Street, you could do just that.

409 Petronia Street - Old Town - Key West

 The Conch Cottage is just 761 sq ft of living space which includes two bedrooms and one bath. The living area and kitchen are one large room which opens out to the deck and pool beyond. The entire cottage has vaulted ceilings reaching 13 feet. The interior spaces are open and seem larger than the square footage might suggest. The front of the property has a gated white picket fence. The front is used for off street parking which is a rarity in this particular area.

 The rear of the property is quite unlike almost any property I have seen in Old Town. A huge sunny pool dominates the space. But that's not the reason the rear is so impressive: it is the size of the rear and the potential it might offer. The listing shows the lot size as 6,229 sq ft, a considerable portion of which extends on the rear side of the Better Than Sex parcel. Most, but not all, of the rear grounds are covered with brick pavers. The balance of the grounds are landscaped with tropical foliage.

 

CLICK HERE to read the complete Key West mls datasheet and to view listing photos on 409 Petronia Street, Key West, Florida.  This property has been successfully rented as a transient rental for several years. 409 Petronia Street is now offered as a Short Sale at the asking price of $640,000.

If you would like to see this property 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.

3343 Flagler Avenue - Bank Owned - Key West

First Off: That is not my pic above. I recently had a buyer in town who thought the black and white photo above was of me when I was in high school.  I know I'm getting old, but that guy might be "in the home" by now...

3343 Flagler Avenue - Key West, Florida

Second, there is a reason for local home buyers to cheer about this new Bank Owned home at 3343 Flagler Avenue that was just listed by my friend Scott Forman.  Scott describes the property this way:

"This gem is a spacious 3 bedroom 3 full bath town home with a massive master bedroom suite and vaulted ceilings for a feeling of unlimited space. The property features an additional side yard and a canopy covered large back deck as well as off street parking for two cars. No HOA or Condo FEEs. For special financing and incentives, Seller requests potential Buyers contact Chase Loan Officer. Ask your agent for details. Bank Owned!"

This property was built in 1996. It has 1618 sq ft of living space divided between the first and second floors plus a large rear covered deck plus a second floor rear balcony. There is a large two car off street parking space at front plus additional off street parking on the side. The 3230 sq ft lot (an irregular 115' x 33.15')  is enclosed with a tall privacy wall landscaped with swaying palms to provide a buffer from the street.

Here is the best part: this place is super clean.  I was totally surprised to see that this place is so sharp and clean on the inside and well maintained on the outside. The house has a formal main floor entry that leads toward the rear of the house where the living room is located. There is a pass through from the kitchen that looks into the living area. Glass sliders at the rear open out to the large rear wood deck.  All of these spaces were recently tiled and look to be in great condition. The third bedroom or den is located at the front of the house. It has newish wall to wall carpet. This room could also function as a home office or den. The room has immediate access to the third bath which can also be accessed from the main entry hall.

Guest Bedroom or Den on the First Floor

The master bedroom with large en-suite bath plus a second full bedroom with an en-suite bath are located on the second floor. The master bedroom also has a balcony that overlooks the rear deck below. Many owners have added pools in the rear areas. There is plenty of room for a private pool here as well.

Master Bedroom Deck

CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls database on this Bank Owned property that is offered at $245,520 or just $152 per sq ft. You really need to do some price comparison shopping on this one. This is a great price for Key West. And you can CLICK HERE to view a slide show of photos I took of this property.

If you would like to see 3343 Flagler Avenue or any other property listed for sale in Key West, please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West. 

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1730 Bahma Drive - Bank Owned - Fixer - Key West

1730 Bahama Drive - Key West

Once there was a really lovely yard. It can be again.

Hurricane Impact Resistant Windows and Doors throughout

Combined Living and Kitchen Areas

The bank owned house at 1730 Bahama Drive in the easternmost part of Key West, Florida just got a bit more attractive when price was reduced to $261,500 or $119 per sq ft for this 2187 sq ft ranch home located on a large 8016 sq ft lot. CLICK HERE to view the Key West mls datasheet and to see more photos of this property.

The house needs a lot of work. Any potential buyer will want to have a knowledgeable contractor look at the property before making an offer because there are a lot of issues that affect this particular home. While I am not a contractor, there are certain things I can see that I know a new owner will either want or need to do to make this home habitable including replacing the roof ; removing and replacing most of the drywall and insulation; mold remediation  throughout the house; paint the inside and exterior of the home; repair or replace the swimming pool that 'popped' out of the ground; and refurbish the extensive landscaping.That all being said, I think it will take more than a handyman to do all the things necessary to make this house a home again.

If you are looking for a real fixer, please contact me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642, to arrange a showing of this bank owned property. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West. 

410 Simonton Street - Key West

 410 Simonton Street - Old Town - Key West

Today's blog is addressed to the buyer who is looking for a project house with a lot of upside potential in Old Town Key West.  I think I have just the property for you to consider and I think I found a somewhat comparable property for comparison.

I have written before about the lovely old home at 410 Simonton Street located near the corner of Simonton and Eaton Street. According to the Monroe County Property Appraiser the original house was built sometime in the 1870's but was non specific as to the exact year. The old gal looks pretty good for being at least 140 years old.  A new addition was added to the side in 1997. Together the main house and separate addition have approximately 3123 sq ft under structure capable of being air conditioned. This property is listed by Preferred Properties Key West, that is where I work but this is not my listing. The listing Realtor describes this beautiful property thus:

"One of Key West's most beautiful houses. True history resounds in this one of a kind home. Paintings from the 1880's are featured in the front parlor on the ceiling and walls. Currently in use as a 5 unit rental property with rental income of $8,300/month. This house is a great candidate to remodel as a single family home."

Approximately 1965

The House Specific Gingerbread Detail

The main part of the original house has been made into decent sized one bedroom apartments, each of which has a living area, kitchen, bath and bedroom in some form The second floor is one large one bedroom apartment that could be just grand. That unit is accessed via an exterior staircase and second floor balcony that is just perfect for people watching. Inside the angular ceiling provides a wonderful living space. Another special feature is the Romeo & Juliet balcony that overlooks the bricked grounds and century old iron fence that distinguishes the house. A majestic mahogany tree frames the visage.

The main house has high ceilings, grand windows and doors, substantial crown moldings and trim throughout. The house could become a showplace. The building has been very well maintained in my opinion. The piers and structural elements seem solid and well maintained. I think most of what a new owner would do would be considered refinement rather than rebuilding. That is my opinion. I am not a contractor. Rely on what a contractor tells you.

The second floor could become the master suite. The main floor units could be restored to a semblance of the usage of decades before when this was one of the most beautiful single family homes in all Key West.

The adjacent building would make a wonderful guest cottage and provide separate facilities for guests so that friends and family would not bother the owner on those late night returns from Duval Street or other nearby haunts.

Recent Addition could become Guest Cottage

Potential renovators might take a look at the comparison photo above which shows a house of similar age and architectural style located on Angela Street. I think 410 Simonton Street can match the Angela Street home in style and grace.

410 Simonton Street is available at $895,000. CLICK HERE to view the Key West Association of Realtors mls datasheet and to view listing photos.
If you would like to see the 410 Simonton Street property or any other property in Key West, please call me, Gary Thomas, 305-766-2642. I am a buyers agent and a full time Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West.