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About Dean

Keith first moved to Key West in the 1990’s, after graduating from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York and earning his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Mississippi University for Women. Key West’s unique combination of tropical small-town life and generous cultural activities ignited his imagination. Among the island’s colorful characters and regal palms, Keith brought his dream of becoming a successful art dealer and gallery owner to fruition. Although career opportunities eventually took him away from his beloved island home, he made a commitment to come back to Key West once he made his entrepreneurial dreams come true. In 2010, Keith joyfully returned to Key West. After teaming up with veteran real estate agent Dean Townsend in life, the two made the decision to team up as Realtors® in 2013. With the creation of The Townsend Team, a dynamic real estate partnership was born. Decades spent selling one-of-a-kind artistic treasures, proved to be a fertile training ground for selling Key West’s real estate gems. Keith consistently attends to the smallest detail, offers superior customer service and builds lasting relationships. Mastering the art of matching buyers with their dream homes is Keith’s primary focus. Experience, Creativity, Knowledge: qualities that make Keith Miller and Dean Townsend, The Townsend Team, your Realtors® of choice.

1405 Olivia Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,315,000.

We love our new listing at 1405 Olivia Street in Key West.

Paradise!

We love our new listing at 1405 Olivia Street in Old Town Key West. Award winning renovations beautifully maintain the home’s historic character while offering the best of modern design and conveniences. Nestled in the quaint and desirable Meadows neighborhood, this stately Classical Revival gem is not to be missed.

We love the beautiful open kitchen and living area.

The three bedroom, two and one half bath, family home is perfectly fashioned for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. A wonderful open kitchen and living area leads through three sets of French doors to a generous covered lanai. Curl up with a good book or enjoy drinks with friends as you overlook the sparkling pool and lush garden. Enjoy tropical breezes as you nap in your hammock or watch the world stroll by on your quintessential front porches. Island living does not get any better.

Tropical indoor/outdoor living at its best.

With soaring ceilings, Dade County pine walls, a grand staircase, and a master suite with treetop views, the home’s charming features will undoubtedly capture your heart.

If you have dreamed of owning a classic Key West residence, 1405 Olivia Street is ready to welcome you home.

—Keith & Dean

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708 Chapman Lane, Key West, Florida—SOLD $840,000.

Indoor/outdoor living at its best: 708 Chapman Lane in Key West.

The home’s Classical Revival design is charming.

The charming home at 708 Chapman Lane in Key West, is not to be missed. Built in 2001, in the Classical Revival style, the traditional home blends seamlessly into its historic Bahama Village neighborhood. It offers all the charm of an older Key West home with all the conveniences of newer design and construction.

Tropical light fills the inviting two story home. The main floor’s contemporary open concept is perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, you will find two master suites: each with its own private porch.

We love the light filled open plan living.

Island style envelopes the home.

Your door to paradise.

Indoor/outdoor living at its best is evident throughout the property. While away the hours on the classic double porches adorning the front and back. French doors lead to a large backyard deck, sparkling saline pool, inviting hot tub, and ambient waterfall. Mature tropical landscaping creates an island paradise in your own backyard.

Conveniently situated just three blocks from Duval Street and mere steps from neighborhood restaurants and shops, 708 Chapman Lane delightfully captures the old island feel of its Bahama Village location.

Keith & Dean

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1017 Southard Street, Key West, Florida—OFF THE MARKET

This enthralling Key West estate makes its mark.

This enthralling Key West estate definitely makes its mark.

There are too few superlatives to adequately describe the extraordinary Gatsbyesque estate at 1017 Southard Street in Key West’s historic district. Encompassing over 20,000 square feet of terra firma and over 5,000 square feet of refined living space, this is undeniably one of the finest luxury estates on the island.

Welcome home.

A spectacularly restored 1890’s Queen Anne mansion reigns over this exquisite corner of paradise. The historic residence—with impeccable additions by architect and designer Guillermo A. Orozco—seamlessly blends the essence of grand formal living with the casual attitude of a tropical island lifestyle. The first floor features a dramatic entry hall, stunning octagonal living room, dining room with one-of-a-kind murals, spacious den, custom chef’s kitchen, and a vaulted master suite. Upstairs, one finds an octagonal guest suite and a sumptuous master. Victorian leaded glass doors, soaring ceilings, custom painted Dade County pine walls and floors, and welcoming porches take one’s breath away.

A chef’s kitchen to die for.

James Alan Smith's murals adorn the walls of the lovely dining room.

One-of-a-kind murals adorn the walls of the lovely dining room.

Three additional structures beautifully compliment the main house. The inviting pool house offers an open air kitchen, changing room, bedroom, bath, and outdoor shower. A one car garage features a splendid guest apartment overlooking the pool. The charming two bedroom/two bath guest cottage features a private garden and off-street parking.

The pool house and garage blend seamlessly with the historic home.

The glorious gardens are an entertainer’s dream. Striking Banyan and Royal Poinciana trees tower over lush tropical landscaping. Sparkling in the sunshine, the unforgettable glass tiled pool is the estate’s crown jewel.

Hand laid glass tiles sparkle in the sunshine.

Priced at $7,400,000.00, the remarkable estate at 1017 Southard Street in Key West is undoubtedly worth every penny.

Keith & Dean

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2601 South Roosevelt Boulevard, Unit 118-C, Key West, Florida—SOLD $325,000.

We love the open floor plan of this snappy condo.

When Dean’s mother, Kathleen, decided to relocate to Key West a few years back, we were delighted to find her a condominium at Key West by the Sea. After completing a full renovation of her unit, she was—and continues to be—thrilled with her sleek and stylish new home. We love that she is living in a well maintained, gated community with a strong and stable association. Our concerns for Kathleen’s comfort and safety were greatly diminished by deed restrictions in place to control rentals and to require background checks for all owners and tenants. Kathleen is always delighted to let us show off her beautiful condo to our clients that are looking for a home at Key West by the Sea.

A cute kitchen.

Our new listing at Key West by the Sea, Unit 118-C, is a home to fall in love with. This snappy, move-in ready, two bedroom/one bath condo is a real find. Open plan living flows to a private patio with views of eight acres of mature tropical gardens. With two pools, two tennis courts, and Smathers Beach right across the street, this beautiful Key West by the Sea condominium offers carefree island living at its best.

—Keith & Dean

The private patio overlooks beautiful
tropical gardens.

311 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL—SOLD $499,000.

We love 311 Truman Avenue's white picket fence and the inviting front porch.

We love 311 Truman Avenue’s white picket fence and inviting front porch.

We are delighted with our new listing at 311 Truman Avenue. Earlier this year, we listed and sold the vernacular Key West eyebrow house next door. Hopefully, we will be selling our way down the block.

The bright and cheery island decor is delightful.

Nestled on the quiet, one-way end of Truman Avenue, the charming cottage is conveniently located just one home away from the historic Key West lighthouse and a block and a half from the best of Upper Duval Street—making it a wonderful choice for an easy island getaway or a sought after monthly vacation rental.

We love the sunny master bedroom.

You will love the home’s bright and cheerful island décor. From the living room to the kitchen, splashes of color greet you at every turn. With three bedrooms, two baths, and a generous loft, there is plenty of room to accommodate all of your guests. You can while away the hours on your inviting front porch or enjoy entertaining on your spacious back yard deck.

The eat-in kitchen features a wonderful vaulted ceiling.

311 Truman Avenue: a perfect corner of paradise, just steps from all the action.

Keith & Dean

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THE TOWNSEND TEAM, Dean & Keith Townsend, REALTORS®, www.DeanTownsend.com

Author Archives: Dean

About Dean

1405 Olivia Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,315,000.

708 Chapman Lane, Key West, Florida—SOLD $840,000.

1017 Southard Street, Key West, Florida—OFF THE MARKET

2601 South Roosevelt Boulevard, Unit 118-C, Key West, Florida—SOLD $325,000.

311 Truman Avenue, Key West, FL—SOLD $499,000.