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813 Frances Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $782,100.

We love living across the street from the historic Key West Cemetery. With as many as 100,000 souls buried there, and only 30,000 residents currently living on the island, the number of the dead far surpasses the living. When friends ask if we are bothered by our close proximity to the cemetery, we tell them that our neighbors could not be easier to get along with and that the unimpeded vista from our front porch is a rare and desirable find in Old Town. Unless we happen to be around for the zombie apocalypse, we have more to fear from the living.

We love 813 Frances Street’s classic Key West front porch.

Just around the corner from our home on Olivia Street, a charming, cemetery view cottage has just come on the market. Nestled on one of the most desirable streets in Old Town, 813 Frances Street is ideally located: just a leisurely stroll from Duval Street, the harbor, and the beach.

The open floor plan is perfect for island living.

Charming.

The home’s classic front porch is the perfect spot to while away the hours, watch the world bike by, and enjoy spectacular skies as the sun sets over the Key West Cemetery. A wonderful blend of traditional and contemporary design defines the home. We love the modern open floor plan with its dining room, sunny kitchen, spacious loft, and family room opening to the pool. With a ground floor master suite, covered outdoor space in the garden, and gated off-street parking, 813 Frances Street ticks all the boxes.

Keith & Dean

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Dinner by the pool?

313 Truman Avenue, Key West, Florida—SOLD $734,500.

You will love this charming Key West eyebrow house.

The historic Key West lighthouse is right next door.

We love our new listing at 313 Truman Avenue in Old Town Key West. Stunning views of the landmark Key West lighthouse greet you as you enter this sawtooth eyebrow house. With its colorful island style exterior, the recently renovated home shines with captivating curb appeal.

Dade County pine walls shine throughout the home.

Classic Dade County pine walls are featured throughout this truly unique, three bedroom, three bath home. The spacious updated kitchen leads to a soaring living room and a first floor bedroom, bath, and office nook. A custom-built split staircase leads to a light-filled guest suite and the customized master suite.

We love the home’s panoramic island views!

Outdoor tropical living offers panoramic island views. A private deck off the master suite overlooks the lighthouse keeper’s quarters and grounds. French doors open from the living room to a generous deck and walled garden. An existing cistern can easily be converted to a pool. Coveted off-street parking is accessed from charming Terry Lane.

Conveniently located just a short, block-and-a-half, stroll from Duval Street, this one-of-a-kind home is not to be missed.

Keith & Dean

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711 South Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $3,650,000.

711 South Street offers resort style living at its best!

We love the welcoming foyer.

A few years ago, I was invited to a soirée in New Orleans’ historic French Quarter. I found myself standing before an austere two-story brick wall on Dauphine Street—double checking the address—convinced that I could not possibly be at the right place. Having been told that the party was being held at an exquisite private residence that had recently graced the pages of Architectural Digest, I could not imagine such a treasure being hidden behind such an uninviting façade. After hesitantly ringing the bell, I was soon welcomed into a jaw-dropping property that far exceeded my grandest concept of perfection.

The living room opens to the resort style pool.

Much like the French Quarter, Key West has its lion’s share of magnificent homes, surprisingly concealed behind white picket fences and lush tropical landscaping. 711 South Street is one such hidden treasure.

After touring 711 South Street for the first time, Dean returned to the office with a look of astonishment on his face—declaring it a paragon of design. He could not stop describing the flawless home as sheer perfection, down to the smallest detail. How could we not be in love with 711 South Street? It is spectacular.

The exquisite master suite is divine.

The golden touch of legendary interior designer Alexander Baer can be seen throughout the home. From the moment we enter the verdant front garden and meander along the winding brick path to the generous and welcoming front porch, we are transported to a genuine Key West fantasy. The wide foyer opens to an office, two large guestrooms, a grand and inviting living room, and an unforgettable veranda. The exquisite master suite is divine. We love that the kitchen, with its tiger maple cabinets, opens to both the living room and the veranda. The separate garage and guesthouse is as beautifully designed as the main residence. The resort style pool and patio, surrounded by tropical plantings, makes us believe that this extraordinary home deserves a five star rating.

We have strolled past 711 South Street countless, never imagining that paradise lay beyond its white picket fence.

Keith and Dean

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The generous front porch overlooks a secluded tropical garden.

The generous front porch overlooks the secluded tropical garden.

617 Southard Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,175,000.

We love this classic Conch house.

We love this charming transient rental cottage that just came on the market! Located on one of the most beautiful streets in Old Town, 617 Southard Street is ideally situated just one and a half blocks from the heart of Duval Street. If you are looking to invest in a furnished turnkey property—with a transient license and an established rental history—you should definitely give us a call.

Backyard Paradise!

Upon entering the classic white picket gate, your guests will know that they will be enjoying a quintessential Key West cottage. They can watch the world stroll by from the inviting front porch, just off the spacious master suite. Casual island-style furnishings adorn the light-filled, open plan living room and kitchen. A wall of glass opens to a covered dining veranda overlooking the sparkling pool and tropical garden. With a ground floor guest room, guest bath, and an upstairs sleeping loft, there is plenty of breathing room for family and friends in this unforgettable vacation rental.

Memorable Indoor/Outdoor Living.

With the best of Key West charm and indoor/outdoor island living, 617 Southard Street will undoubtedly keep your renters coming back year after year.

Keith & Dean

405 South Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,720,000.

The historic home was built with large molded concrete indian block that was designed to be fire and hurricane resistant.

Just steps from the Southernmost Point sits one of the most elegant homes currently on the market. For anyone desiring a beautifully renovated, move-in-ready, historic Key West home, 405 South Street is not to be missed.

We love the double parlors opening to the wraparound porch.

Prominent Florida judge J. Vining Harris—builder of Key West’s world famous landmark “Southernmost House”—built the home at 405 South Street in 1910 and gave it to his daughter as a wedding gift in 1913. When Key West mayor Delio Cabo (1957-1961) owned the house, he installed the exquisite stairway railing that had previously adorned the island’s Old City Hall. In 2000, the home was meticulously renovated by architect Guillermo Orozco and was awarded the Star of Excellence from the Historic Florida Keys Foundation.

The master bedroom sports a view of the ocean.

The home seamlessly blends historic details and traditional design with the best of contemporary living. The first floor features a wraparound front porch, an impressive entry hall, spacious double parlors, a formal dining room, a den with casual dining, and a gorgeous kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. We love the Brazilian hardwood floors as well as the original moldings and doors. The second floor offers three bedrooms and an ocean view balcony. The grandkids will be in heaven in the third floor’s grand sleeping loft. With off street parking for multiple cars, a garage with an upstairs apartment, and room for a swimming pool in the garden, this home is a true Key West treasure.

Keith & Dean

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

Tag Archives: front porches

813 Frances Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $782,100.

313 Truman Avenue, Key West, Florida—SOLD $734,500.

711 South Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $3,650,000.

617 Southard Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,175,000.

405 South Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,720,000.