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OUR TOP 5 FAVORITE HOME SALES OF 2014

Over the course of 2014, so many people asked us how our first year working together as Realtors® was working out. When we began our professional partnership, we accepted that it would either turn out to be a really great experience, or it would prove to be a total disaster.

We are happy to report that working together as the Townsend Team has been terrific. With our first wonderfully successful year under belt, we are looking forward to an even greater 2015!

Thankfully, we sold a lot of homes this year. It is unquestionably easier—and more enjoyable—selling a property when we love it. We got to thinking about the homes we were lucky enough to sell: homes we wished we were buying for ourselves, family, or friends. We came up with a list of our favorite home sales of 2014 that we hope you will enjoy.

Happy New Year!

Keith & Dean

OUR TOP 5 FAVORITE HOME SALES OF 2014

Love the million dollar view! 327 Virginia Street

5. 327 Virginia Street, Key West, Florida. We love this Bahama Village tropical retreat that we sold for $659,500.00. The master suite’s million dollar view of the historic Key West lighthouse simply can’t be beat.

Love the Old Key West charm! 700 Pearl Street

4. 700 Pearl Street, Key West, Florida. This beautifully renovated home in the Meadows tugged at our heartstrings. Our customer loved the property’s delightful mix of contemporary and Old Key West style. He purchased the home for $614,150.00.

Love the gorgeous water views! 6800 Maloney Avenue, #110

3. 6800 Maloney Avenue, #110, Key West, Florida. We never tired of showing this charming and affordable waterfront home on Stock Island—especially when we spied manatee swimming just off the dock. We listed and sold the property for $250,000.00.

Love this spectacular waterfront home! 827 Eisenhower Drive

2. 827 Eisenhower Drive, Key West, Florida. We haven’t stopped imagining ourselves moving into this very special waterfront home on Garrison Bight in the Meadows. Although we were disappointed that we couldn’t purchase it for ourselves, selling it for $1,300,000.00 helped us feel a bit better.

What’s not to love about our favorite home sale of the year?!! 1510 Laird Street

★1. 1510 Laird Street, Key West, Florida. Our first listing of 2014 turned out to be our favorite home sale of the year. This magical three bedroom, two bath home features an open floor plan leading to a generous veranda, sparkling 20’ x 20’ pool, lush tropical gardens, and a one-of-a-kind guest cottage. We were delighted to sell the beautiful home for over the asking price at $705,000.00.

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

Click here to enjoy a virtual tour of this exquisite home.

The generous front porch overlooks a secluded tropical garden.

The generous front porch overlooks the secluded tropical garden.

327 Virginia Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $659,500.

A million dollar view of the historic Key West lighthouse.

A charming retreat just a block from Duval Street.

When most people think of a million dollar view in Key West, they typically think of a sparkling, Caribbean blue, sky and water vista. With a spectacular shot of the historic Key West lighthouse from the upstairs master suite, the delightful cottage at 327 Virginia Street certainly cashes in with its remarkable million dollar view.

It is all about Key West cottage charm!

At first glance, we were captivated by this charming property. We love the tropical garden surrounding the gated off-street parking. The Bahamian shutters and sculptural Bougainvillea beautifully enhance the front exterior of the home. A newly updated kitchen and cozy living room opens to the glimmering pool and covered outdoor dining. The sunny upstairs master suite—with its extraordinary view—has French doors opening to a private balcony. Housed in a separate structure, the pool-side guestroom features a vaulted ceiling. A separate office cottage, storage building, outdoor shower, and close proximity to Duval Street add to the desirability of this unique Key West home.

Keith & Dean

We love the bamboo waterfall cascading into the pool!

1112 Elgin Lane, Key West, Florida—SOLD $800,000.

A picture-postcard Key West cottage.

Living in a charming cottage—on a hidden lane in Old Town—is an aspiration of many a Key West connoisseur. Nestled between two quiet lanes, 1112 Elgin Lane is just the quintessential Key West cottage to make one’s dream come true.

We love the original Dade County pine walls.

Built in 1899, and originally owned by three generations of spongers, this picturesque home has been beautifully restored to retain its historic appeal. You will love the white picket fence, front porch swing, and classic gingerbread details. Dade County pine walls, wood floors, and multiple windows greet you as you enter the inviting living room. You will be captivated by the spacious second floor master bedroom with its exposed beams and en suite bath. The attractive new kitchen features state-of-the-art appliances and opens to covered outdoor dining and lovely garden views. Parking is a delight with a gated carport off Stickney Lane.

The light-filled master suite.

Tucked away in the heart of Old Town— just a short stroll from Island House and the Historic Seaport—1112 Elgin Lane is ideally located. Enjoy the quaint neighborhood feel of small-town life, embrace the island’s big-city amenities, and experience your Key West dream in this very special island home.

Keith & Dean

Click here to enjoy a virtual tour of this charming Key West cottage.

1108 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,140,000.

A quintessential Key West cottage.

We are not the only ones in love with 1108 Fleming Street. During our open house yesterday, we were delighted by the dozens of smiling people that had their heartstrings tugged by this charming Key West cottage.

Fabulous indoor/outdoor living.

Located on the quiet end of one of the most beautiful streets in Old Town, this quintessential Key West cottage stole our hearts when we first passed through the classic white picket gate and gazed upon the lovely bougainvillea-graced front porch. The picturesque entry welcomed us to a home that has been wonderfully designed and meticulously cared for.

We love the home’s light filled open floor plan with its gorgeous pine floors, painted wood walls and generous windows. The entry hall has a graceful staircase and opens to a dreamy guest room, an island style kitchen and a living room straight out of Costal Living. Upstairs, the master suite features an inviting bedroom, an exquisitely designed bath and a cozy office—with scuttles for superior old-fashioned ventilation.

Paradise.

The beautifully landscaped backyard, with its generous patio and heated pool, is perfect for tropical entertaining. Guests will never want to leave the picture perfect poolside guest cottage. With an outdoor shower, extra storage, and off-street parking on quiet Curry Lane, this slice of paradise has it all.

Keith & Dean

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

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OUR TOP 5 FAVORITE HOME SALES OF 2014

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

327 Virginia Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $659,500.

1112 Elgin Lane, Key West, Florida—SOLD $800,000.

1108 Fleming Street, Key West, Florida—SOLD $1,140,000.