tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21102150781457903092024-03-12T22:40:58.860-04:00Key West Real Estate Now!See the opportunity. See the experience. See the pros. Seaport Realtors -- Your Key West Residential, Commercial and Investment Resource.SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-69938327891344446182014-06-06T11:00:00.002-04:002014-06-06T11:11:30.398-04:00Best-Kept Secret in Old Town: Southard Square Condos, 918 Southard Street<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My goal in writing these blogs is to show you the properties I most believe exemplify the type of island living that is uniquely Key West. The <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/florida-keys-residential-and-commercial-property-search/#PropertyID=78505870" target="_blank">two-bedroom, two-bath condo for sale at 918 Southard, Unit #204</a>, is another prime example, combining both tranquility and convenience in one amazing home.<br />
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The listing agent describes the property as having a “tree-house living style” because of its location on the second and third floor of the building. A unique spiral staircase leads you from the main to the upper floor of the unit. A "bridge," which looks down on the kitchen and living area below, forms a crossing between the upstairs bedroom and a tranquil sitting nook. Add outdoor balconies with views of the pool on both floors and you'll definitely get the “treehouse” analogy!<br />
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This split-level unit with an open floor plan accommodates an eat-in kitchen, living room, guest bedroom, full bath and sunny balcony located downstairs. Upstairs you’ll find the large master suite with private bath and its own balcony and the adjoining sitting room/study nook described earlier. This area could also be considered a third bedroom for kids or out-of-town guests.<br />
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The entire unit is tastefully decorated with a light and airy feel accentuated by natural sky lighting from above and sunlight from the balconies and windows. Other amenities include central air, a washer/dryer closet, storm shutters and a total sense of security coming and going via off-street parking with lighted entrances and exits.<br />
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Unit #204 is one of only 16 units in the Southard Square Condominiums gated community, which was built in the 1980s. The buildings are each a bit different, as are the units. The majority of the first floor units are one-bedroom and one-story and about half don’t have a view of the pool. The five second/third floor units (like this one) are all two-level and only three include a good view of the pool. Each unit has an assigned off street parking spot. This unit (#204) has been under the same ownership since 2003.<br />
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The wonderful, tropically-landscaped common area includes an over-sized, sparkling pool (where you can actually swim laps!) with tons of deck space and access to the condo's private clubhouse you can reserve for your own special events.<br />
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Southard Square Condominiums is one of the best-kept secrets in Key West! Located on Southard Street, you just can’t get any more centrally located in Old Town than this. One of Key West’s favorite restaurants, <a href="http://www.mangia-mangia.com/" target="_blank">Mangia Mangia</a> is on one corner and a local’s favorite for café con leche and sandwiches, <a href="http://5brothersgrocery.tripod.com/" target="_blank">5 Brothers</a>, is on the other. <a href="http://www.michaelskeywest.com/" target="_blank">Micheals Restaurant</a> is caddy corner, and you're only four blocks from the Historic Seaport with its boardwalk and access to restaurants and water sports activities.<br />
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<a href="http://keywestlistings.com/florida-keys-residential-and-commercial-property-search/#PropertyID=78505870" target="_blank">The MLS lists this property at 1,200 square feet at a price of $680,000.</a> This home would be a great investment for anyone who would like to spend even a few weeks a year in Key West. None of the units have a transient license (for nightly rentals), but any unit can be rented on a monthly basis for some additional income when you’re not here.<br />
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Don't delay, call me at 305-304-1708 to schedule a visit to this hidden gem in the heart of Old Town.
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Steve Schwartz, Broker<br />
Seaport Realtors, LLC<br />
<a href="http://keywestlistings.com/">KeyWestListings.com</a><br />
<br />SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-78675428177720330882014-05-16T10:12:00.000-04:002014-05-20T10:20:10.163-04:00Historic Conch House Near Seaport: 923 Eaton Street<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you’re looking for a classic Conch house in old town, I’ve got a deal for you! The house at <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/florida-keys-residential-and-commercial-property-search/#PropertyID=77079237" target="_blank">923 Eaton Street</a> is among the oldest on the island, and has been completely renovated to its full glory inside and out!<br />
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Originally called one of the “painted ladies” of Eaton Street, this two-story, three-bedroom, two-bath home was built in the early 1900s or possibly even before the turn of the century. (You’ll note the year built listed as 1933 in the MLS, but many of those dates are not historically accurate.) Regardless of the true date, this home is steeped in Key West history.<br />
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The current owners have been busily cleaning, painting, upgrading and renovating this home for the past year. The transformation from only a few months ago is truly amazing! Brand new hardwood floors have been installed and the walls have been stripped of layers and layers of paint to reveal original Dade county pine, restored to its natural beauty. Additional updates have been made to the bathrooms and kitchen, tile flooring and roof.<br />
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The bright, open kitchen is located just off a small living area with sliding glass to the backyard. It’s been updated with new Corian countertops and appliances, which mesh nicely with the original colorful tile backsplash and solid wood cabinetry.<br />
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There are two full bathrooms, one on the lower level and one upstairs. Two large bedrooms are also located on the second floor, and a third bedroom on the first floor is currently being used as a laundry/storage room. The total square footage for the home is 1,320 square feet on two floors.<br />
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One of the home’s best features is its large lot (2,813 square feet) and huge, private, fenced-in backyard complete with brick pavers and mature foliage. With this sized lot, there’s plenty of room for expansion, a large pool and/or a guest cottage. Some additional TLC and landscaping in the backyard would make this a true private island paradise!<br />
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Eaton Street is a thoroughfare in Key West, just three blocks from the Historic Seaport, known for its boardwalk, restaurants, bars and the starting point for most snorkel and sailing tours in Key West. Within a block, you’ll find Old Town Bakery, Paseo Restaurant and Finnegan’s Wake Irish pub. You’re truly able to walk to almost any Key West icon from this location.<br />
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Don’t wait! The <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/florida-keys-residential-and-commercial-property-search/#PropertyID=77079237" target="_blank">current listing</a> price is $598,900 or $453.71 per square foot of indoor living space. Now is a great time to invest in Key West! Contact me at 305-304-1708, to make an appointment to view this property before it’s too late.<br />
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Steve Schwartz, Broker<br />
Seaport Realtors LLC<br />
<a href="http://keywestlistings.com/">KeyWestListings.com</a><br />
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The home located at <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/florida-keys-residential-and-commercial-property-search/#PropertyID=71858569" target="_blank">4125 Eagle Avenue</a> is immediately recognizable to anyone who’s spent much time in Key West. With its sprawling manicured front lawn and its Spanish Deco façade, the home reminds me of a castle, but with all the comforts and attributes of your perfect Key West casa in paradise.<br />
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Built in 1926, you get the best of both historic and modern in this large, two-story home and cottage (legal rental) on a 9,600 (!) square foot lot in New Town. The main house is 1,944 square feet and has two bedrooms, three full baths, remodeled kitchen, formal dining room, living room, den and study on two floors. A 390-square-foot detached CBS garage was added in 1993, connected by a beautiful, covered, finished outdoor portico. This sitting area gives you an additional 300 square feet of outdoor living space, which turns out to be one of my favorite parts of this property.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Covered outdoor portico adds even more living space to this large home.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Large dining room with French doors letting in sunlight and breezes.</td></tr>
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The interior of the home is clean, open, bright and airy with plenty of windows, French doors in almost every room, ceramic Spanish tile, granite countertops and tasteful decorating and paint colors.<br />
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The second floor features a large covered porch off the master bedroom. What a perfect way to wind down at the end of the day but with a cocktail on your upper deck looking down on your expansive grounds with mature tropical foliage, fish pond, large brick patio and a secret garden.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Huge brick patio!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two-story cottage on property with workshop & legal rental apartment.</td></tr>
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The delightful two-story cottage features a downstairs workshop with an inviting one-bedroom, one-bath apartment upstairs that makes this home a legal duplex. Having this designation means a great deal in Key West since there are strict regulations as to what can be rented. Most “mother-in-law” cottages in Key West cannot be legally rented, taking away a prime source of income for owners.
You will have no trouble renting out this sweet apartment (324 square feet) with its own wood deck, or keep it as a guest cottage, writers studio or workshop.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Detached cottage features a studio apartment with kitchen and bath.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cute, modern kitchen in rental unit (detached cottage).</td></tr>
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This home has been under the same ownership for more than 20 years and has NOT been used as a rental property. Since then, lots of upgrades have been made, including remodeling of the kitchen and baths, new roof, flooring, sewer line, garage, etc. (You can see details of these improvements, as well as the sales history, building layout and other property details on the <a href="http://www.mcpafl.org/PropSearch.aspx" target="_blank">Monroe County Property Appraiser website</a>.)</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spacious remodeled kitchen with lots of counter space and new, stainless steel appliances.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All three bathrooms in this home have been remodeled.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of the three spacious, upgraded bathrooms in the home.</td></tr>
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This is truly a “New Town” home, located on one of the most beautiful streets in the neighborhood. It’s a great place to live if you want quiet and privacy, with easy access by car to the beach, golf course, shopping or a quick getaway off the island. By purchasing a home in this neighborhood, you’ll get a lot more for your money than you would in historic old town. And remember, the island is only 4 miles by 3 miles, so the touristy Duval Street is still only a few minutes drive across the island.</div>
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Priced at $999,000, you’re looking at $440.48/sq. ft. for 2,268 square feet of living space in the main home and cottage. Keep in mind, this number does NOT include the lower level of the cottage (workshop area), the outdoor portico or the garage. <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/florida-keys-residential-and-commercial-property-search/#PropertyID=71858569" target="_blank">View the listing here.</a></div>
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I’d love to show you around this unique new town property with its historic flair. Call me at 305-304-1708 to schedule a viewing today.</div>
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Steve Schwartz, Broker</div>
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Seaport Realtors LLC</div>
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SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-89881200771299808112014-04-29T12:10:00.001-04:002014-04-29T12:17:33.799-04:00Interior Photos of 2817 Venetian Drive in Key West<span style="text-align: center;">We've just received some fantastic new photos of <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2014/04/just-listed-canal-front-home-with-pool.html">the property I blogged about last week</a> located at <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/2817-venetian-key-west-florida-33040-5236/" target="_blank">2817 Venetian Drive</a> in Key West. Specifically, I wanted to share these pictures with you because they contain interior views. I blogged a lot about the amazing outdoor paradise this home provides -- beautiful gardens, pool, patio and deck -- but not much about the inside. So here's a peek at what you'll find on the inside of this large three-bedroom, three-bath, centrally-located waterfront home.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The home has beautiful wood walls throughout, with lots of light coming from the double doors leading to the deck.</td></tr>
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The newly-listed home at <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/2817-venetian-key-west-florida-33040-5236/" target="_blank">2817 Venetian Drive</a> is not only located on a canal, but also has a large in-ground cement pool surrounded by beautifully manicured yard and gardens. There’s also stone patio directly on the waterfront and a wood deck that goes all the way around the house on the upper floor overlooking all of this. A steel frame and plank wood step spiral staircase gives easy access from the house to the yard, pool and picnic area. All of this is fenced on two sides for privacy and no neighbors across the canal. I’d have to say it’s one of the most idyllic outdoor settings you’ll find, even on an island as beautiful as Key West!<br />
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The home itself is 2,200 square feet and includes three large bedrooms with closets and three full bathrooms on the upper level. The kitchen has been completely renovated with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and an eat-in bar.<br />
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Under the home on the ground level you’ll find a large, deep, two-car garage. There is an additional off-street parking spot on the property. For your safety and security, the house has a new alarm system, updated electrical panel, new garage doors, triple pane windows and storm shutters.<br />
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Venetian Drive is centrally located off Flagler Avenue in New Town. This neighborhood is the only place in Key West where you’ll find canal-front homes. You’re less than a mile from Key West High School and a five minute drive to the closest supermarket and K-Mart in one direction or Smathers Beach in the other direction. If you’re looking for more action, Duval Street is only two miles away!<br />
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The listing price for <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/2817-venetian-key-west-florida-33040-5236/" target="_blank">2817 Venetian Drive</a> is $795,000, which gives you a price of $361.36 per square foot of living space. You can’t get much better than that in Key West, especially when you consider the beautiful outdoor space and location of this waterfront home.<br />
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If you’d like to take a closer look, call me to schedule a tour. I’d be happy to show you why I think this is one of the best deals on the island right now. You can reach me at 305-304-1708 or <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com">nexxthome@yahoo.com</a>.<br />
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Steve Schwartz, Broker<br />
Seaport Realtors LLC<br />
<a href="http://keywestlistings.com/" target="_blank">KeyWestListings.com</a><br />
<br />SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-82687653691690102202014-04-14T22:11:00.000-04:002014-04-14T22:23:30.575-04:001023 Johnson Street: Stately Home in Casa Marina Neighborhood<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The recent listing at <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/1023-johnson-street-key-west-florida-33040/" target="_blank">1023 Johnson Street</a> is one of those rare finds in Key West: 2,400 square feet of living space on a 7,500 square foot lot in, arguably, the best neighborhood on the island (Casa Marina). This stately home has three bedrooms and three baths (two full and one half) on two floors, lovely shaded gardens, screened-in porch, covered carport and detached garage with storage.<br />
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The first floor and second floor are equal in square footage. On the ground level you have a formal living room and a formal dining room, kitchen, sunny breakfast nook and a private study with a half bath.<br />
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The formal living and dining rooms will transport you back to an era of dinner parties and sitting rooms, but they have been updated to reflect a light and airy tropical feel. These are large open areas that could easily be converted into whatever space you desire using your own style and creativity or used as-is.<br />
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The kitchen is fully-functioning, but could use some updating of cabinetry and appliances, just like most any home you’d consider purchasing. I love the cute breakfast nook off the kitchen with many windows and bright, whimsical atmosphere.<br />
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The unique private study would be perfect for a guest suite, sewing room or office. It could also be used as a downstairs bedroom if you’d prefer not to climb the stairs every night, making this actually a four-bedroom home.<br />
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With 5,100 square feet of outdoor space, there’s no shortage of room for the garage, carport, large wood deck, screened-in porch and lush, tropical gardens. You’ll have plenty of outdoor privacy, too, thanks to the mature trees and foliage throughout the property.<br />
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This home was built circa 1938 and its curb appeal will surely draw you in immediately. Impressive columns and a large front porch, as well as the beautifully manicured front lawn, make this home a real standout in the neighborhood.<br />
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For more details about this unique Key West home, <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/1023-johnson-street-key-west-florida-33040/" target="_blank">check out the listing</a>. Or, better yet, give me a call at 305-304-1708 or <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com" target="_blank">email me</a> to schedule a viewing.<br />
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Steve Schwartz, Broker<br />
Seaport Realtors LLC<br />
<a href="http://keywestlistings.com/">http://keywestlistings.com</a><br />
<br />SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-69774090293561683282014-03-14T11:38:00.004-04:002014-03-14T11:40:34.386-04:00Why 2014 Is A Good Year to Buy A HomeIf you didn't buy a home in 2013, you may be kicking yourself now, says a <a href="http://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-2014-is-a-good-year-to-buy-a-home/" target="_blank">CBS MoneyWatch article dated January 1</a>. Home prices climbed nationally an average of 13.6 percent in 2013. <a href="https://www.spice-indices.com/idpfiles/spice-assets/resources/public/documents/71337_cshomeprice-release-1231.pdf?force_download=true" target="_blank">(Read the report here.)</a> The Key West market showed a similar increase of 13.8 percent in 2013, according to the Key West Association of Realtors. Condos and Townhomes actually went up 21.2 percent over the year!<br />
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So why would those statistics make you want to buy a home in 2014? I'll tell you why. Because market forecasters predict 2014 will be another year of gains for the real estate market, despite the cooling of the rapid pace of sales at the end of 2013. Home prices are expected to rise 3 percent to 5 percent this year. That may not sound like a lot, but when you're dealing with hundreds of thousands of dollars, any increase is significant.<br />
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Additionally, Key West is radically different from the larger real estate markets across the country. Limited inventory (only 150 to 200 homes on the market at any given time) and a desirable location (especially with the winter the rest of the country has experienced), make it difficult to predict what median home prices we’ll be seeing next year.<br />
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<a href="http://keywestrealtors.org/" target="_blank">The Key West Association of Realtors</a> publishes a statistical analysis report every month using actual prices and numbers of houses sold in Key West. This is as good as it gets in terms of keeping up with our specific market. You can see these <a href="http://keywestrealtors.org/stats.htm" target="_blank">reports all the way back to February 2009 here</a>. The most-recent report, published on March 5, shows an average increase in sales prices of 47.7 percent from Jan. 1 to Feb. 28, 2014 compared to the same time frame last year. The month of January alone showed an 87.3 percent increase from January 2013!<br />
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Don’t take these numbers too seriously, though; they will likely balance out over the coming months.
Higher mortgage rates will dampen the pace of both sales and price gains nationwide, but actually getting a loan will become easier next year. With less demand for refinancing, lenders will have to make up lost business by competing for new buyers and hopefully loosening their lending standards a bit.<br />
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Nobody can predict exactly what will happen over the next year, but I'd bet on one thing: home prices are rising and will continue to do so on our little island.
If you weren’t one of the lucky ones who already bought a home in 2013, don’t make the same mistake in 2014. Now is a great time to invest in Key West!<br />
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To search Key West homes for sale, visit <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/" target="_blank">KeyWestListings.com</a> or give me a call at 305-304-1708.<br />
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Steve Schwartz, Broker<br />
Seaport Realtors<br />
600 Frances St.<br />
Key West, FL 33040<br />
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It’s been awhile since I’ve blogged about a new property on the market in Key West. The new year has kept us happily busy with tourists and Snowbirds enjoying their time away from the frigid North!<br />
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There’s a fresh level of excitement and activity to our little island that we haven’t seen for many years. We now know that the market has made a strong recovery beginning in the 4th Quarter of 2008 and is refusing to look back! Available inventory continues to diminish at a rapid pace and it's always interesting to watch a "free market" at work, as the local market is at or near equilibrium.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Recently renovated kitchen with granite countertops</td></tr>
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One of the great homes just listed is located at <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/1407-white-street-key-west-florida-33040/" target="_blank">1407 White Street</a> in the <a href="http://www.city-data.com/neighborhood/Casa-Marina-Key-West-FL.html" target="_blank">Casa Marina neighborhood</a>. This house is truly your very own Key West cottage with everything you have been looking for: screened-in front porch for enjoying your morning café con leche or happy hour cocktail, recently renovated kitchen with granite countertops, spacious living room with lots of light, off-street parking (rare in Key West) and a huge yard that’s begging for a pool and tropical gardens.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spacious living area with lots of light</td></tr>
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The entire house, built in 1943, has been updated, renovated and well-maintained by its owner occupants (not renters!). You’ll find all hardwood floors, new fixtures, renovated bathroom, mostly new windows and tastefully-painted walls with white molding. The home doesn’t have central a/c, but it does include window units built into the walls. <b>This is one of the few Key West homes priced under $600,000 that is truly move-in ready!</b><br />
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One of my favorite features is the screened-in front porch. Ever wonder why you don’t see many of these around Key West? It’s because they’re not allowed under current <a href="http://www.keywestcity.com/department/board.php?structureid=128">HARC (Historic Architecture Review Commission)</a> guidelines. But since this porch was screened in before the commission was created, the porch can stay. But you’ll never see any new construction in Old Town Key West allowed with a screened-in front porch, nor will an old house be allowed to screen-in its current porch.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Can you see yourself enjoying a cocktail on this screened-in porch in Key West?</td></tr>
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And for the buyer who wants to make some improvements either for his/her own use or to re-sell, there is plenty of room for that, too. The home itself is small, only 616 square feet, with two bedrooms and one bath, but the lot is super big for old town Key West. At 3,883 square feet, you could easily add a two-story addition with an expanded kitchen and second bath and still have room for a pool. Or keep the “cottage” at its current size and put in an amazing pool and tropical garden paradise. With either improvement, the quality of life and property value would go up immensely.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Huge lot and backyard perfect for adding a pool, cabana & tropical gardens!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View from back of property. This sized yard is a rarity in Key West!</td></tr>
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White Street is known as a busy street in Key West, but 1407 is south of Truman Avenue where the traffic diminishes significantly. This location also puts you just inside the coveted Casa Marina neighborhood. You’re less than half a mile from Higgs Beach, where you can grab a bite to eat at <a href="http://saluteonthebeach.com/" target="_blank">Salute!</a> beachside, play a game of beach volleyball, take your kids or grandkids to the playground (or your dog to the dog park) or stroll through the <a href="http://www.keywestgardenclub.com/" target="_blank">gardens at West Martello Tower</a>. You can also walk or bike out onto the famous White Street Pier where you can watch sunrise or sunset every day of the year. This is beyond a doubt a spectacular location to live in Key West!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Higgs Beach in Key West is less than half a mile from 1407 White Street!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Interior of the home has been well-maintained and recently renovated</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">One of the two bedrooms in this cute Key West cottage</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The bath has been recently renovated</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Street view: significantly less traffic on White Street in this neighborhood and oh so close to the beach!</td></tr>
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For more details about this great Key West home, <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/1407-white-street-key-west-florida-33040/" target="_blank">check out the listing</a>. Or, better yet, give me a call at 305-304-1708 or <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com" target="_blank">email me</a> to schedule a viewing. Now is an excellent time to escape the throes of the harsh winter climate to enjoy an extended weekend in the tropics full of sight-seeing, fishing, boating and sunsets that Key West is so well known for. I hope to see you in the very near future; bring the whole gang!<br />
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Steve Schwartz, Broker<br />
Seaport Realtors LLC<br />
<a href="http://keywestlistings.com/">http://keywestlistings.com</a><br />
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Many of you have been asking about the final cuts of the videos we described shooting in <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2013/12/drone-technology-not-just-for.html">a previous blog about drone technology</a>. Seaport Realtors is excited to announce the arrival of the latest in drone video technology -- the first of its kind in Key West Real Estate! We are happy to share TWO completed videos of the properties at <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2013/08/even-hemingway-would-have-loved-this_5182.html">405 Olivia Street</a> and <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2013/09/one-of-most-unique-properties-in-key.html">713 Whitehead Street</a>, both in Key West, Florida.<br />
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Let us know what you think. Don't these videos really give you a feel for the inside and outside of these spectacular homes in paradise? This cutting edge technology will surely give you the advantage you need to stand above the crowd in this highly active market!<br />
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Give us a call to find out what the drone can do for you!<br />
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Steve Schwartz, Broker<br />
Seaport Realtors<br />
305-304-1798<br />
<a href="http://www.keywestlistings.com/">www.keywestlistings.com</a><br />
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Many of the dogs were dressed in costumes ranging from frilly to clever. Besides the usual Dachshunds, the parade included a "Chihuahua Conch Republic Flash Mob," organized via Facebook that called upon "the Chihuahuas of Key West ... to stand up for equal representation as part of the Key West One Canine Family."
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Parade participants were encouraged to bring donations of dog food that's given to St. Mary's food pantry, which has been a hallmark of the main event for years.<br />
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I hope you enjoy these photos. Happy New Year from Key West!<br />
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Steve Schwartz<br />
Seaport Realtors LLC<br />
<a href="http://keywestlistings.com/">http://keywestlistings.com</a><br />
Tel: 305-304-1708<br />
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The headlines were abuzz in June when Domino’s Pizza’s independent U.K. franchisor released a <a href="http://youtu.be/on4DRTUvst0" target="_blank">YouTube video of a drone delivering pizzas</a>. The one-minute video featuring the “DomiCopter” flying over fields, trees and homes was viewed more than a million times in the first week.<br />
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Recently, Amazon announced its “Prime Air” delivery to “get packages into customers' hands in 30 minutes or less using unmanned aerial vehicles.” <a href="http://youtu.be/98BIu9dpwHU" target="_blank">Check out the footage from a recent test flight.</a> And just last week, <a href="http://youtu.be/guyqbjj5bs0" target="_blank">DHL released its own video footage of drone delivery in action</a>.<br />
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In all cases, the technology of putting drones into commercial use for delivery is years away as companies advance the technology and wait for the necessary FAA rules and regulations.<br />
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What’s NOT science fiction, though, is the capacity to use drones to take stunning pictures from above ground, with significantly lower costs than hiring a pilot and taking a plane or helicopter. Today, aerial photography and videography are becoming more accessible to enthusiasts and hard core hobbyists through the use of drones and GoPro cameras. You can even buy your own aerial drone quadcopter online for under $500 (but not the expertise to use it!).<br />
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Right here in Key West, we hired Grant Roland of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Keys-Aerial-Productions/686824847995680" target="_blank">Keys Aerial Productions</a> and his drone to shoot the property for sale at <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2013/08/new-photos-for-405-olivia.html" target="">405 Olivia Street</a>. Stay tuned for footage coming up in our next blog.<br />
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The latest DRONE technology for aerial photography is just one of the marketing tools we have to assist you in getting your home sold more quickly, putting more money in your pocket! List your home with Seaport Realtors today. Contact me, Steve Schwartz, at 305-304-1708 or <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com">nexxthome@yahoo.com</a>.<br />
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(For more information and photos of 405 Olivia Street, see the <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/listings/405-olivia-street-key-west-florida-33040/" target="_blank">MLS listing</a>.)SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-48273050506341882592013-11-21T14:59:00.003-05:002013-11-22T09:48:42.493-05:00Boat Slips in Key West: Conch Harbor Marina<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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There are lots of ways to grab a slice of paradise in Key West, whether it be renting or buying a home, condo, timeshare, duplex or investment property. But here’s one you might not have considered: purchase a boat slip (and a boat?).<br />
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While this option may seem a little out of reach to most, consider this: There are a limited number of places to park your yacht in Key West. Since we are a small island, there is a finite amount of space for houses and boats. Also consider this: Nearly all the prized Key West inner harbor is owned by the State of Florida. The state leases that bay bottom to the City of Key West and a couple lucky businesses on limited 5- or 10-year terms. To ensure public access to coastal waters, Florida offers incentives to marinas that offer at least 90 percent of slips for rental by the general public on a first-come, first-served basis. This means that less than 10 percent of those slips are for “sale” – on land that they don’t actually own and through a lease that could easily expire in a couple years! Not exactly the ideal long-term investment or terms. Finally, the majority of “Key West” slips for sale are actually located OUTSIDE OF KEY WEST on Stock Island. Not bad as long as you don't mind a 20-minute, 6-mile drive each way from Old Town.
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So, “What’s left?” you ask. <a href="http://www.conchharbormarina.com/index.php" target="_blank">Conch Harbor Marina</a> is located at 951 Caroline Street right in Key West! With the Ferry Terminal on one side and the Key West City docks on the other, you will be right in the center of the action at this phenomenal location. You’re directly across from <a href="http://danteskeywest.com/" target="_blank">Dante’s Pool Bar and Restaurant</a> and the famous <a href="http://www.turtlekraals.com/" target="_blank">Turtle Kraals</a> and <a href="http://www.halfshellrawbar.com/" target="_blank">Half Shell Raw Bar</a>. There’s a great restaurant called <a href="http://www.primekeywest.com/" target="_blank">Prime Steakhouse</a> attached to Dante’s and a brand new mega <a href="http://www.westmarine.com/" target="_blank">West Marine</a> just beyond that – only a two-minute walk from your new boat! How’s that for convenience? You’re also a stone’s throw away from <a href="http://www.keywestbaitandtackle.com/" target="_blank">Key West Bait & Tackle</a> and <a href="http://www.halfshellrawbar.com/key-west-fish-market" target="_blank">Half Shell Fish Marke</a>t, just in case you don’t catch your own.<br />
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Another favorite is <a href="http://www.cubancoffeequeen.com/" target="_blank">Cuban Coffee Queen</a>, offering café con leches the locals love, along with other favorites including Cuban favorites, sandwiches, salads and smoothies. There’s a general store called <a href="http://www.thelittlered.net/" target="_blank">The Little Red</a> and a sports bar called <a href="http://www.jdlbigtenpub.com/" target="_blank">JDL's Big Ten Pub</a>. Three locals’ favorite restaurants are located a block away: Harpoon Harry’s, Pepe’s and B.O.s Fish Wagon. These are just the very closest stores and restaurants. EVERYTHING is walkable from here – Duval Street is just six blocks away – but you don’t need to go even that far for most all of your needs.<br />
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Now, about the slips. There are currently <a href="http://keywestmls.rapmls.com/scripts/mgrqispi.dll?APPNAME=Keywest&PRGNAME=MLSLogin&ARGUMENT=YOTLB00ieziIBA44CYs%2Fh80RLaFPVvCegmvepijXytU%3D&KeyRid=1&Include_Search_Criteria=on&CurrentSID=117616247" target="_blank">5 slips for sale at Conch Harbor Marina</a>, ranging in price from $235,000 to $395,000. As you can imagine, prices are based on size, so the cheapest slip (#4) is 37 feet long and does not have any kind of “finger dock.” That means you can only enter your boat from the main dock, so at the bow or stern of your boat, depending on how it’s docked. The next cheapest slip (#10), at $269,900, is also 37 feet long, but it does have a finger dock on one side. Slips #9 and #22 are both 45 feet long and have one finger dock. They are located on opposite sides of the dock, with #22 further from the entrance, but closer to the fuel dock and ship store. They are priced at $345,000 and $325,000, respectively.<br />
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The most expensive slip is the only 50-foot slip currently for sale at Conch Harbor, listed at $395,000. It also has a finger pier for ease of boarding. According to the listing it’s the “Largest beamed 50ft. Slip in Conch Harbor Marina.” <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/conch-harbor-boat-slip-13-951-caroline-street-key-west-florida-33040/" target="_blank">View the MLS listing here.</a><br />
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All the slips at Conch Harbor have DEEDED BAY BOTTOM OWNERSHIP. You OWN the underlying bay bottom, and your investment is secure!<br />
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The location has great ingress and egress to the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean and a draft of 6- to 12-feet. Some slips are designated as commercial, so you could put your downtown Key West Harbor sailing, fishing or snorkeling charter business here. If you’re looking more for occasional personal recreational use, Conch Harbor has an on-site property management <a href="http://www.keyscaribbean.com/conchharbor/rentals.php" target="_blank">rental program</a> so you make money on your slip when you’re not there.<br />
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<a href="http://www.keyscaribbean.com/conchharbor/amenities.php" target="_blank">Amenities</a> include pool, high-speed fuel dock, two pump out stations (main dock & yacht dock), dock box, electric/water/cable hookups, marina store, full-time security and gated access, private restrooms, showers and laundry room exclusively for the marina owners and guests, public parking garage and two restaurants on site!<br />
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Now is a great time to invest in Key West! Contact me, Steve Schwartz, to learn more about the available slips at Conch Harbor or your other real estate needs. You can reach me by phone at 305-304-1708 or by email at nexxthome@yahoo.com. Search more properties at <a href="http://www.keywestlistings.com/">www.keywestlistings.com</a>.SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-26205615870026559232013-10-30T13:44:00.000-04:002013-10-30T13:46:53.667-04:00Business Opportunity in Key West: Smallest Bar, Guest House & Restaurant<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We’ve all heard the mantra, “Quit your job and move to Key West,” but here’s a chance to do it AND still earn a living. This is a rare opportunity to own a business right on the world famous Duval Street! <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/idx/mls-118742-124_duval_st_key_west_fl_33040" target="_blank">The Smallest Bar in Key West is for sale!</a><br />
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This highly-profitable business has a proven track record of more than 14 years and includes a 6-room guesthouse (<a href="http://oldcustomshouse.com/index.html" target="_blank">Old Customs House Inn</a>) and 33-seat full-service café – ALL ON DUVAL STREET! Included in the purchase is the lease of a non-transferable 5-COP license with a highly favorable new 10-year lease in place. A 5-COP license is a full-service liquor license valued at $400,000 to $500,000. There are a limited number of these licenses available in Key West. This is a sale of the business only, not the real estate.<br />
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At 72-square-feet – about the size of a jail cell – <a href="http://oldcustomshouse.com/smallest-bar.html" target="_blank">The Smallest Bar</a> is decidedly upbeat and tropical. Right in the 100 block of Duval Street, it's been a famous hot spot for years and is officially the smallest bar in Key West, Florida. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=smallest+bar+in+key+west&oq=smallest+bar+in+key+west&gs_l=youtube.3...1844.5662.0.5767.26.21.1.4.4.0.96.1713.21.21.0...0.0...1ac.1.11.youtube.Rh8mQ3BlXrQ" target="_blank">A search of YouTube</a> finds that tourists love this place! According to the website: “The drinks are inexpensive, the guests are having a blast and you just won't want to leave!" <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g34345-d3244615-Reviews-Smallest_Bar-Key_West_Florida_Keys_Florida.html" target="_blank">Trip Advisor ranks it #12</a> of nightlife spots in all of Key West.<br />
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The <a href="http://oldcustomshouse.com/rooms-rates.html" target="_blank">Old Customs House Inn</a> features quaint, clean and private rooms with a Key West tropical feel. Six units in all, either Suites with two queen-size beds or Studios with one. All rooms include a private entrance, private bath, wicker sitting area with cable TV and beautiful Key West island décor, local telephone, air conditioning, ceiling fans, efficiency kitchenettes with refrigerator and microwave. Some of the unique features of the rooms are handcrafted beds made of original Dade County Pine, Saltillo tiled baths, antique claw foot tubs and hardwood floors.<br />
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The jungle-themed café is open-air and breezy. The perfect stop for a quick lunch or a delicious dinner. Wooden tables and chairs seat 33.<br />
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You get three-for-one with this amazing business opportunity at only $995,000. <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/listings/124-duval-street-key-west-florida-33040-worlds-smallest-bar-old-customs-hose-inn/" target="_blank">View the MLS listing for 124 Duval Street here.</a><br />
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Now is a great time to invest in Key West! <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com" target="_blank">Contact me</a> at 305-304-1708 for more information about this or other commercial or residential business or real estate opportunities in Key West! <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/" target="_blank">Or visit my website to browse for yourself.</a>SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-75338371621053507762013-10-24T13:45:00.000-04:002013-10-24T14:10:16.812-04:00It's the Most Wonderful (Crazy?) Time of the Year!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's one of the craziest times of the year here in Key West! We’re smack dab in the middle of <a href="http://www.fantasyfest.com/" target="_blank">Fantasy Fest</a>, a 10-day celebration of everything weird, wacky, spooky, imaginative, entertaining and a little indecent.<br />
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The Fest started last weekend with <a href="http://bahamavillagegoombay.com/" target="_blank">Goombay</a>, an exuberant street party that showcases island arts and crafts, music and food in the heart of Key West’s historic Bahama Village neighborhood.<br />
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Throughout the week, tourists and locals alike can participate in activities and costume parties on Duval Street and beyond. Color themes have dominated recently, i.e. Rhapsody Blue Party, Finnegan's Wake Green Party, Capt. Tony's Party in Plaid, Fogarty’s Red Night and Fat Tuesday’s Pink Party. Another favorite is <a href="http://www.tututuesdaykw.com/" target="_blank">Tutu Tuesday</a>, where entry is allowed only to those wearing the traditional – or not so traditional – ballet skirt.<br />
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Other highlights range from traditional to kinky and everywhere in between. It’s all up to you! Some to check out: Heroes and Villains 5K run, Decorated Bra Auction benefitting Womankind, Headdress Ball, Pet Masquerade & Parade, Redneck Party, Homemade Bikini Contest, Wet T-shirt Contest, Glow Party, Toga Party, Pajama & Lingerie Party, Leather and Lace Party, Fetish & Fantasy Party, Pirate Bash, Pimp & Ho Party and the Living Art Airbrush Expo.<br />
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Friday’s big event is the Masquerade March where costumed adults and families parade through Old Town with stops at local guesthouses for libations. The week culminates with a street fair on Duval Street and Saturday night’s Captain Morgan Fantasy Fest Parade where 70,000 exuberant partygoers watch as hundreds of glittering floats roll down Duval Street. <a href="http://www.fantasyfest.com/schedule.cfm" target="_blank">For a full schedule of events, click here.</a><br />
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It’s not always this crazy in Key West, but one thing’s for sure. There’s always something happening on our little island worth talking about. Come for a visit or stay for a lifetime.
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If you're looking for a Key West home, contact me at 305-304-1708 or email <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com">nexxthome@yahoo.com</a>. You can also browse Keys homes for sale at <a href="http://www.keywestlistings.com/" target="_blank">www.KeyWestListings.com</a>.<br />
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Happy Fantasy Fest!<br />
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It's not often I get to write about a truly affordable property in Key West, so I'm excited to share with you
this unit in the Santa Clara condominium complex located at 3312 Northside
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856 square feet.<br />
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finest Santa Clara units on the market today, with very recently upgraded granite
countertops, cabinets, tile, carpet, impact glass windows and sliding doors and
storm shutters. You will absolutely love the pool and tennis court view from
the third floor balcony!<br />
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Santa Clara is a pet-free complex with an extra large parking lot, 50-foot heated pool, two tennis courts and gated security entrance and lobby. Built in 1980, this solid concrete structure has seven floors serviced by two elevators with a laundry facility on each floor. In 2008, the building underwent a total facelift, including exterior and interior paint and new balconies and sliding doors on most units (including Unit #313). Condos in the complex range from efficiencies to three bedroom/two bath units.
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Santa Clara is in an outstanding location in New Town Key West, just behind the Searstown Shopping Center, Publix supermarket and the Regal Cinemas movie theater. I love this condo complex because it is so versatile. Perfect as a starter home for a young couple or family, a great retirement home, a rental income or an investment property.<br />
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heart of Old Town Key West, is known as “Little Hemingway House” because it was
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I love this location because it’s so close to everything.
One block off Duval Street and just under a mile to the best beach in Key West:
<a href="http://www.floridastateparks.org/forttaylor/" target="_blank">Fort Zachary Taylor State Park</a>. <span style="color: windowtext;">For you history buffs, this home
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Janis Taylor is pictured in front of Samaritan Hall, 713 Whitehead Street, in 1961.<br />
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<span style="color: windowtext;">The exterior of the home makes you feel like you’re at an elegant
European villa with a beautiful, private fenced-in tropical garden and lush
landscaping. Its oversized lot means there are three off-street parking spaces
and room for a pool or to expand. For the practical-minded, you’ll be happy to
know this home is constructed of poured concrete on an elevated foundation high
out of the flood zone: built to survive a hurricane! This also makes for low
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with 10-foot ceilings, Mexican tile and lots of light. The home features three
bedrooms and three bathrooms plus a commercial grade kitchen. The large master
bedroom and bathroom suite has a Jacuzzi tub for four.</span></div>
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and professional use, which gives you the flexibility to use it as a grand
single family home or to convert it into a professional office or combination
office and residence. Its location near the Key West courthouse would make it
an excellent choice for an Attorney, but it certainly could be used by a doctor, architect
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If you'd like to be the next owner of this one-of-a-kind property in Key West, please <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com" target="_blank">email</a> or call me at 305-304-1708 to schedule a viewing.</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">All the world's eyes have been on Key West this week as Diana Nyad became the first person to swim from Cuba to Key West without a shark cage. Thousands lined up on Smathers Beach to see the finish of this amazing feat. Old, young, gay, straight, republican, democrat, locals, tourists: All walks of life were there to welcome Diana to Key West, waving flags and carrying signs.</span></div>
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Diana’s team held back the throngs of well-wishers as she stood up and walked, stumbled, walked, stumbled again, until her feet finally touched dry land. The total time: 52 hours, 54 minutes and 6 seconds.</div>
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The world embraced Diana Nyad on Monday as she completed this swim, but the citizens of Key West have been cheering her for the past four years, through sickness, weather delays, jellyfish stings, storms and all the other setbacks she has encountered. We have embraced her as a temporary citizen and part of our community for four summers. Hundreds turned up at the beach last year to welcome her home even when she didn’t complete the entire distance.</div>
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Diana’s messages of never give up and you’re never too old to chase your dreams really ring true with so many of us here in the Conch Republic. It’s been an honor to have her spend her summers with us and we wish her the best in all her future endeavors. ONWARD!<br />
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I'd love to hear your thoughts on the video. Would you like to live here? Which type of home would you choose? Which neighborhood? I can help you with all of these choices. I've lived in Key West for more than 15 years and I've been helping folks buy and sell homes here for 13. Call 305-304-1708, <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com" target="_blank">email</a> or leave your comments below. Have a great day!<br />
<br />SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-70832641192630992952013-08-21T22:47:00.005-04:002013-08-21T23:00:15.779-04:00"Maxwell Gables" 55+ Compound with Pool & Tropical GardensOne of the best things about homes in Key West is the sweet little gardens and pool areas you can find hidden behind the white picket fences visible from the street. No matter your location, you can discover a whole new world within the walls of your own property, only visible to you!<br />
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The exclusive Old Town “Maxwell Gables” compound located at <b>906 & 908 Frances Street</b> (between Truman and Olivia) is a wonderful example, but without the all the upkeep. Each of the six townhomes are part of a homeowners association (HOA) that maintains the pool and common area (gardens!). You own your own townhome (land, too), but pay a small monthly fee ($250/month, which also includes water, sewer and trash removal) and share the stunning gardens and pool with the five other townhomes in the complex. And we’re talking a huge common area and nice-sized pool, all beautifully landscaped.<br />
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One of the neat things about this complex is that each townhome really feels like a separate home. They are NOT the cookie-cutter townhomes that you see in big cities or the suburbs; all six homes are completely unique in size, shape and design. They range is size from 800 to 1,700 square feet; four have two stories and two are only one level. Three of the homes front the street, while the other three have their sole entrances off the garden and pool area.<br />
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As fortune would have it, one of these townhomes is for sale! <b>The newly-remodeled 906B has 841 square-feet of living area on two floors.</b> The open living room has cathedral ceilings, skylight and French doors that open to a private deck. The designer kitchen features granite counter tops, wine refrigerator, wood cabinets and hardwood floors. The large master bedroom and bath are located on the first floor, with second (or guest) bedroom and bath privately located on the upper floor. And the stunning pool and mature tropical gardens are just outside your door!<br />
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This home is nested in the middle of the complex, accessible through the front gate and a gorgeous brick pathway through tropical foliage to its pink front door!<br />
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The Maxwell Gables complex is only for 55 and older, so if you’re of that age, this townhome might just be the perfect vacation home or retirement property for you! Give me a call at 305-304-1708 and take a look for yourself. You'll fall in love with it's charm and seclusion. This is what Key West is all about, folks!SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-37352124833613821692013-08-13T11:45:00.002-04:002013-08-13T22:54:20.246-04:00Home Prices Rising, but Not yet Out of Reach for BuyersRecently we've seen several news stories highlighting the upswing in the
real estate market nationwide.
<a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/" target="_blank">MarketWatch</a> reported annual
home-price growth in June “close to the fastest pace in seven years” with inventories
of existing and new homes remaining low. Home prices, including distressed
sales, <b>rose 1.9% in June</b>, and were <b>up 11.88% from a year earlier</b>, according to
<a href="http://finance.yahoo.com/news/home-price-growth-near-seven-120055320.html" target="_blank">the article</a>. In May, prices were up a similar amount from the prior year, <b>the
fastest annual growth since February 2006</b>. Forecasters are predicting <b>double-digit
growth through July</b>.<br />
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<a href="http://www.mortgagenewsdaily.com/08062013_corelogic_hpi.asp" target="_blank">Mortgage News Daily</a> reported
housing prices increased by <b>"a remarkable 10 percent"</b> in the
first six months of 2013, <b>the fastest pace for home price gains since 1977</b>.
This marks the 16<sup>th</sup> consecutive month that home prices have
increased in relation to the same month the previous year. Amazingly, there were NO states
where prices (excluding distressed sales) were down. <b>Florida was one of the biggest
gainers, showing a 12.7 percent increase.</b><br />
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Locally, a July 29, 2013, <a href="http://keysnews.com/" target="_blank">Key West The Citizen</a> article
reported the Florida Keys housing market recorded strong results during the
second quarter of this year, with the Upper Keys leading the way. Keyswide, <b>the
median price for a residential property jumped to $370,000</b> during the months of
April through June, up 8 percent from the same period in 2012, according to
Multiple Listing Service data compiled by Coldwell Banker Schmitt Real Estate.
The total number of sales rose as well, from 506 to 624 homes.<br />
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In Key West, <b>closings increased 12
percent</b>, from 170 in spring 2012 to 191 during the same period this year.
Meanwhile, <b>the median price in the Southernmost City jumped 17 percent, to
$440,000</b>, according to <a href="http://keysnews.com/node/49106" target="_blank">the article</a>.<br />
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And there are signs the
housing market will continue its upward trend in the Keys. At the end of June, pending
sales throughout the island chain were up 14 percent over last year. Meanwhile, the length of time a home is on the market has
dropped from 15 months to 12 months. But the market still faces challenges from distressed
properties, which comprised 17 percent of closings last quarter. Still, that's
down from a peak of 45 percent in the summer of 2010.<br />
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The bottom line: <b><span style="color: red;">A housing market that continues to
rebound, despite headwinds from rising interest rates, yet home prices remain reasonable
in a historical context, with most states near peak affordability levels.</span></b> Including
June’s increase, national home prices were about <b>19% below a 2006 peak</b>. While
there are concerns about a new housing bubble, data signal that prices aren’t
too high yet.<br />
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I hate to say it, but I really believe now is the time
to buy. Key West real estate historically rebounds more quickly than many other
markets and we are already seeing that happen. Don’t wait! <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com" target="_blank">Contact me at 305-304-1708 </a>and I’ll
help you find your dream home here in the Fabulous Florida Keys!SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-22760488173419250612013-08-02T15:43:00.000-04:002013-08-02T15:43:16.746-04:00New Photos for 405 Olivia<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Once again, we've had a lot of interest in <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2013/08/even-hemingway-would-have-loved-this_5182.html" target="_blank">our blog about the 'pre-listing' property at 405 Olivia St.</a> in Key West. So, at your request, we're posting more photos. These are brand new, never-before-seen on the internet pictures, so take a good look. Better yet, call me to schedule an appointment to view this fantastic home in person: 305-304-1708. Enjoy!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">In case you didn't read our <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2013/08/even-hemingway-would-have-loved-this_5182.html" target="_blank">previous blog post</a>, this home at <b>405 Olivia St.</b> in Key West is located directly across the street from the <a href="http://www.hemingwayhome.com/" target="_blank">Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum</a> complex. (Neat location!) With 1,385 square-feet of living space and a 3,829 square-foot lot, it's offered at the 'pre-listing' price of $1,250,000<span style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> </span><b>and it won't last long in the Key West real estate market today.</b> Give me a call to see it in person: 305-304-1708.</span></span></div>
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We are ‘pre-marketing’ this just-completed renovation at <b>405
Olivia St.</b>, located in a unique and exciting spot in Key West. Here’s your
chance to live next door to one of the most influential American authors of all
time. Well, not <i><b>him</b></i>, but next door to his former home. The house at <b>405
Olivia St.</b> is directly across the street from <a href="http://www.hemingwayhome.com/" target="_blank">The Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum complex in Key West</a>.</div>
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Right in the heart of Old Town Key West and only one block
from Duval Street, the property has surprisingly wonderful privacy with lush
tropical gardens and a new, in-ground pool. You won’t have to worry about
finding a parking spot in this busy location because this home has a large lot
(3,829 square feet) with <b>two</b> off-street parking spaces and still room for your
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entire house has been completely renovated? </b>Three bedrooms, three new bathrooms,
beautiful big chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite
countertops, hardwood floors, French doors leading out to a lush landscaped
outdoor space with wooden deck and covered cabana perfect for your very own "tiki bar" by the pool. Enjoy people-watching at its premium from either of your two
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You’ll fall in love with this house for its location,
renovations, size and style, but the astute buyer will also note that it’s
situated at 13 feet above sea level in an X zone, so flood insurance is NOT
required. (That’ll save you several thousand dollars a year!)<br />
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This home is being offered at the ‘pre-listing’ price of
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expect it to last long! Please <b>call Steve now at 305-304-1708</b> for your
‘pre-listing’ private preview.</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The pie itself measured more than 8 feet in diameter and was big enough to feed 1,000 hungry tourists (and a few locals like me ...). It contained 5,760 key limes, 200 pounds of graham crackers and 55 gallons of condensed milk. And, of course, the atmosphere was true Key West party! (See <a href="http://youtu.be/8-wdwnC4Z1w" target="_blank">video</a> below).</span></div>
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This weekend promises to be just as much fun with the finale of <a href="http://www.fla-keys.com/news/news.cfm?sid=8732" target="_blank">Hemingway Days</a>. If you've never been to Key West in the summer, this is the week to give it a try. Imagine seeing Papa look-alikes on every corner doing every imaginable Key West activity. Here are a few photos a friend snapped this week at <a href="http://www.oceankey.com/key-west-sunset-pier.aspx" target="_blank">Sunset Pier</a>. And, no, those are NOT all the same guy. Check out their wrist watches and you'll see that's three <i>different</i> Papas. Man, I love this town!<br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Today's activities include a <span style="color: #262626;">Look-Alike Fish-Off at
<a href="http://www.conchrepublicseafood.com/" target="_blank">Conch Republic Seafood Company</a> where the Papas compete in a
dockside catch-and-release challenge using traditional "Cuban yo-yos." </span><span style="color: #262626;">Tonight is the second round
of the actual 33rd annual Look-Alike Contest at <a href="http://www.sloppyjoes.com/" target="_blank">Sloppy Joe's</a>. Former contest
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a Caribbean Street Fair closing down much of Duval Street until 9 p.m. You’ll
find all sorts of treasures at eats in this open-air island market. And don’t
miss a photo with Papa at noon. That would be a great keepsake for anyone’s
scrapbook.</span><br />
<span style="color: #262626;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">The Key West Running of the
Bulls at 1 p.m. is a sight to behold and shouldn't be missed! This wacky event
features past Hemingway Look-Alike Contest winners dressed in
their Pamplona best — and a breed of "bull" found only in Key West.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #262626;">Shortly after, proud Papas celebrate the 114th anniversary of Ernest's July 21 birth
with a pre-birthday cake outside Sloppy Joe's. </span><span style="color: #262626;">The crowning event of the
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As fun and unique as this weekend sounds, it's pretty much the norm here in Key West. There's always something to do, even in the "off" season. If you're still dreaming of owning a home in Key West, let me help you find one. <b>You can reach me at 305-304-1708 or email <span style="color: #262087; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com">nexxthome@yahoo.com</a></span>. </b>Or search homes for yourself at </span><a href="http://keywestlistings.com/" target="_blank">http://keywestlistings.com</a>.<br />
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Have a great weekend, wherever you are!</span>SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-61763269088024466822013-07-16T14:53:00.000-04:002013-11-06T11:34:57.784-05:00Photos of 1800 Atlantic #C230We had so much interest in <a href="http://keywestlistings.blogspot.com/2013/07/1800-atlantic-comparison.html" target="_blank">our last blog post</a> about the currently available units at 1800 Atlantic Blvd. in Key West, that we just had to let you know about the new photos of <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/listings/1800-atlantic-boulevard-c230-key-west-florida-33040-2/" target="_blank">Unit C230</a>. These pictures will really give you a visual idea of what it would be like to live in this amazing condo.<br />
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<tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Living room with two balconies and ocean view</td> </tr>
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<tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Master bedroom with balcony</td> </tr>
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<tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Guest bedroom with balcony</td> </tr>
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<tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Balcony view of pool and Atlantic Ocean</td> </tr>
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<tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Look at the size of this hot tub!</td> </tr>
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<tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dining Room</td> </tr>
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<tr> <td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beautifully landscaped common area and pool</td> </tr>
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If you'd like to see this unit in person, please give me a call. You can reach me at 305-304-1708 or email <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com">nexxthome@yahoo.com</a>. You can search more listings at my <a href="http://keywestlistings.com/">website</a>.SteveSchwartzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18267044599717109652noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2110215078145790309.post-9098555573252371332013-07-11T00:50:00.001-04:002013-11-06T11:24:53.413-05:001800 Atlantic: A Comparison<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">If you’ve looked into real
estate in Key West, chances are you’ve heard of 1800 Atlantic. This large condo
complex is named after its address on Atlantic Blvd., <a href="https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=206783922504246131860.0004e134b9286a863cb53&msa=0&ll=24.551886,-81.777506&spn=0.045827,0.072699" target="_blank">located right on the beach</a>. Units have some of the best true “ocean views” in all of Key West, as
well as an amazing private beach (right next to <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=smathers+beach&client=safari&rls=en&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=QDPeUbH1CaSsyAH83oH4BA&ved=0CAkQ_AUoAQ&biw=1228&bih=687" target="_blank">Smathers Beach</a>), Jacuzzi, two
saunas, three tennis courts, shared lending library, recreation room and a
heated Olympic-size pool. Yes, I said Olympic-size pool. In Key West! The
location allows easy access to Key West activities but with all the amenities,
who needs to leave! (Kidding.) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;">The complex has 168 units in four stories over parking
on a beautifully landscaped
property. Currently, </span><b style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;"><a href="http://keywestmls.rapmls.com/scripts/mgrqispi.dll?APPNAME=Keywest&PRGNAME=MLSLogin&ARGUMENT=SUed8fpE401KCQ9IfGGLGeQqQCOpgCK1r4HthMZaSvM%3D&KeyRid=1&Include_Search_Criteria=on&CurrentSID=134012233" target="_blank">five units are for sale (active)</a></b><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;">, ranging in price from $435,000 for a 2</span><sup style="color: windowtext; text-align: center;">nd</sup><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;"> floor 2BR/2BA
street-view with an original kitchen to $1,395,000 for a 3</span><sup style="color: windowtext; text-align: center;">rd</sup><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12pt; text-align: center;"> floor
3BR/2BA ocean-view that has been completely remodeled. For comparison sake, let’s just
look at the four lowest-priced condos for sale today. (Taking out the
million-dollar listing.)</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1800 Atlantic building from from the ocean side</td></tr>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">Only one unit has a
pool/courtyard view (C230). Two of the others have street views (C227 and C131)
and one has a view of the nature preserve (A208). Courtyard view means you’re
looking at the pool and the ocean from your spacious 34’ balcony, not the cars
going by on Bertha Street. <b>Point: C230</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">Living Space<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">Three of the units are listed
at 1,375 square feet and one is listed at 1,311 (C227). All four units have 2
bedrooms and 2 baths. All the units at 1800 Atlantic have similar layout and
size, so this isn’t really a factor in comparison. All four units have large
balconies. <b>Point: tie</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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$469K, $525K and $595K. That puts the price/sq. ft. ranging from $331.81 to
$438.47. Arguably a decent value for any home in Key West today. <b>Point: C227</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">Only one of the units has been
remodeled, and that is the most expensive of the four (C131). The other three
units feature original kitchens, but décor and upgrades vary from unit to unit.
All of them appear to be “turn key” and in good condition. <b>Point: C131</b></span></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">None of these four units have
transient </span><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">rental licenses allowing nightly
or weekly rentals, but a non-transient rental license (30 days or more) can be
purchased from the <a href="http://www.keywestcity.com/egov/apps/document/center.egov?view=item;id=8465" target="_blank">City of Key West for $19.95/year</a>. <b>Point: tie</b></span><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">My Opinion<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">So, how do you distinguish
which unit offers the most for the money? In my professional opinion, the best
buy in the place is NOT the cheapest, but the next lowest-priced unit, <b><a href="http://keywestlistings.com/listings/1800-atlantic-boulevard-c230-key-west-florida-33040-2/" target="_blank">C230</a></b>, at
$469,000 for a 2<sup>nd</sup> floor pool/courtyard view. The cheapest unit
(C227) has a street view. The remodeled unit (C131) has a street view AND it’s
located on the first floor (even closer to loud and dirty traffic). The final
unit (A208) didn’t win any of my categories. It’s higher priced and it has a
view of the nature preserve. Not that I don’t like nature as much as the next
guy, but I didn’t move to Key West to look at trees. It’s all about the ocean,
baby!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">I’d love to hear your opinion. <a href="http://keywestmls.rapmls.com/scripts/mgrqispi.dll?APPNAME=Keywest&PRGNAME=MLSLogin&ARGUMENT=SUed8fpE401KCQ9IfGGLGeQqQCOpgCK1r4HthMZaSvM%3D&KeyRid=1&Include_Search_Criteria=on&CurrentSID=134012233" target="_blank">Compare for yourself.</a> What unit would you choose?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Rockwell; mso-bidi-font-size: 13.0pt;">If you’re looking for a home in
Key West, 1800 Atlantic has a lot to offer. Please give me a call to schedule a
showing of Unit C230 or any of the other units currently for sale. <b>You can reach me at 305-304-1708 or email <a href="mailto:nexxthome@yahoo.com">nexxthome@yahoo.com</a>.</b> Or search other listings in Key West or the Florida Keys at </span><a href="http://keywestlistings.com/">http://keywestlistings.com</a>.</div>
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