gary thomas realtor: 923 Southard St - Key West - Florida
- 06/13/13 09:08 PM
I am truly surprised that the super-cute Conch Cottage located at 923 Southard Street in Old Town Key West has not sold yet. I thought it would get snapped up in a flash. The original cigar maker's style cottage was built circa 1889. I found an old photo that shows pretty much the original structure as it appeared 50 years ago (see the black and white photo below). If you look carefully you can see traditional clapboard siding at the front but board and batten siding (vertical siding) on the side. You also will see a "sawtooth" addition at the … (2 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: Bank Owned Estate Property - 1309 Villa Mill Alley - Key West - Price Reduction
- 06/11/13 10:24 PM
If you have been looking for a Bank Owned property in Key West with lots of upside potential, the just reduced asking price on 1309 Villa Mill Alley is something to cheer about. I can't say enough good things about this property. The listing Realtor does a good job, however, by stating:
"Gated entry to this large 3529 sq ft home located in famous Old Town Key West on an alley only 2 blocks from the beach and Duval street. 5BR/4BTh. Master suite down with marble bath. Large spacious kitchen, a real dining room, office/craft room, … (3 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 1105 Olivia Street - Old Town - Key West
- 06/11/13 02:04 AM
The 1889 Sanborn Map shows the house located right on the City property line with a very large rear yard. The current Property Appraiser map shows the lot at 20' x 55'. The house itself is 40 feet in length which leaves 15 feet for the creation of a small pool. A new owner would probably need to convert the old cistern into a dip pool as building code would limit new construction. I do believe code would permit the conversion but a new buyer would need to verify this before relying on what I "believe" to be permissible.
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gary thomas realtor: 8 Nassau Lane - Old Town - Key West, Florida
- 06/10/13 01:00 AM
A few years ago I had floor duty when some walk-in customers came in and wanted to look at small homes in Old Town. I showed them several houses on the computer and said there was a new listing on Nassau Lane. I called the listing agent and we drove over to see it. Nassau Lane is located just off Fleming Street between Grinnell and and Frances Streets. The lane is about one block long lane that dead ends perhaps 150 feet from Fleming. I parked on Fleming and we walked down the lane. As we approached … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 709 Windsor Lane #A - Old Town Key West - Short Sale
- 06/08/13 11:02 PM
709 A Windsor Lane - Old Town - Key West
709 A Windsor Lane in Old Town Key West became an active short sale yesterday. This 487 square foot one bedroom one bath cottage style abode is a legal condominium (one of three in the small association) located adjacent to the Key West Writer's Compound about which I have previously written. It is not a part of the Writer's Compound, but it does share the wonderful location near the top of Solares Hill.
The listing Realtor describes the property this way:
"Charming Conch Style Condo in Old Town … (1 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: Don't Mess with Norma Bates
- 06/07/13 12:01 AM
A lot of bloggers have written about the creepy A and E series "BATES MOTEL". While some find it campy, most do not find it scary. I guess I am one of the few that really get so disturbed by what I watched that I have had to turn off the TV - kind of like a small child raises his hands to cover his eyes to avoid seeing scary things. (I did go back and watch the episodes On Demand.)
Since I am not a TV critic, I'll leave the critiquing to those who … (1 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 1617 White Street - Casa Marina Estate - Key West
- 06/05/13 11:30 PM
Of course there is a huge swimming pool with its own waterfall, a Jacuzzi, an outdoor shower, a pool kitchen and pool laundry (for pool towels, of course). A sunny deck surrounds the pool. An expansive loggia provides ample entertaining areas for many guests. Hilary Clinton was a guest of honor at a campaign event held here a few years ago. I heard there were about five hundred supporters present.
CLICK HERE to view the Key West Association of Realtors mls data sheet on this wonderful Key West property. And CLICK HERE to view the photos I … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: Key West Vacation SCAM - Don't Be a Fool!
- 06/05/13 01:39 AM
Each week I receive at least one phone call or an email from someone who has performed a Google Search on an address of a vacation rental in Key West. The person normally found a blog I wrote about a particular place and decided to contact me to find out if the ad (usually found on Craigslist) is legitimate. None of the calls or emails has ever been a legitimate rental.
The City of Key West has fairly simple rules with regard to nightly and weekly rentals of homes and condos. If an owner has a transient rental license, the … (2 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 4125 Eagle Avenue ~ Key West
- 06/02/13 11:52 PM
4125 Eagle Avenue - Key West
4125 Eagle Avenue is located on the sunrise side of Key West. I know most of my readers are only considering the purchase of a place in Old Town. Some will consider the Meadows and Casa Marina areas. And a few bargain buyers may even look at what I consider to be the best values on a per square foot basis at the Key West Golf Club.Community. I truly hope some reader will take the time to look through today's blog and click the photo link that will appear later, because if you do, … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 421 William Street - Old Town - Key West
- 06/01/13 11:55 PM
The listing Realtor, not me, aptly describes 421 William Street as a Grand Dame. They don't get much more grand nor much larger than this imposing (3392 sq ft) home located near the corner of William and Fleming Street in Old Town Key West. The Realtor more fully describes this new listing thus:
"Luxurious and elegant historic home located on prestigious William Street in the heart of Old Town Key West. Large 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home, fully renovated with Dade County Pine walls, high ceilings and spacious, open-floor plan family room. Gorgeous chef's kitchen with wood cabinets, granite countertops … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 923 Angela Street - Old Town - Key West
- 06/01/13 01:42 AM
The charming two story home at 923 Angela Street has a semi-formal entry which leads to the main floor living and master bedroom area or which takes you to the second level bedroom and rear sun deck.
The master bedroom and only bath are located on the main level. The master bedroom has French doors that open out to a large covered rear lanai and the rear garden.
After receiving many inquiries from prospective purchasers about the feasibility of adding a pool to the rear yard, … (3 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 921-923 Johnson Street - Casa Marina Area - Key West
- 05/31/13 05:02 AM
I frequently write about this or that property being located on one of the best lots in Old Town because most new "second home" buyers want a house in the Old Town area. That is the area with which they are most familiar. I often write about homes in the Meadows Area or Casa Marina Area as differing locations worthy of consideration. The listing at 921-923 Johnson Street is located in the Casa Marina Area. It is probably not what second home buyers envision unless they are looking for a large lot with development potential in a terrific location where … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 101 Golf Club Drive - Key West, Florida
- 05/28/13 02:27 AM
The two story two bedroom town home at 101 Golf Club Drive in the Key West Golf Club Community offers 900 sq ft of affordable living space with two bedrooms, two baths and an incredible view of the first fairway right outside the back deck. This property is offered at $369,000. The listing Realtor describes the home this way:
"Life is grand w/fantastic vista along #1 fairway/green! Lots of beauty to gaze at w/out the upkeep! Simply delightful sitting on double-decker screened verandas w/rebuilt spindles off liv. rm. & master bdrm. Savor those soothing Eastern breezes flowing through. Sweet location … (1 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 506 Elizabeth Street - Old Town - Key West
- 05/25/13 11:01 PM
Just listed, but not by me, 506 Elizabeth Street in Old Town Key West. This 1292 sq ft property was built in the 1890s and is currently configured as a legal duplex. However, by opening a door in the front hallway the two residences can easily become one again. I found an old black and white photo of the house as it sat when photographed in 1965. I took a similar photograph this past week. The architectural detail has been preserved if not improved by fresh paint and shutters.
The house sits about 100 feet south of … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 42 Spoonbill Way - The Key West Golf Club Community
- 05/25/13 01:48 AM
Pretty is as pretty does and pretty provides some mighty fine living spaces in this 1320 sq ft town home located at 42 Spoonbill Way in the Key West Golf Club Community. The listing Realtor, not me, describes this property this way:
"PERFECTION personified! Attention to detail the discriminating KWGC homeowner would be looking for! Impeccably maintained, quiet cul-de-sac, spectacular sunset vistas overlooking 2 lakes on 15th fairway. Charming Bahama shutters, eyebrows on front door/windows, stained glass transom window, retractable screen @ front entry, brick walkways/terraced patio, beautifully landscaped yard w/outdoor lighting, screened double-decker porches off front/rear facades are just … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 3221 Pearl Avenue - Key West
- 05/24/13 01:09 AM
Just listed, but not by me, 3221 Pearl Avenue which is located in the New Town area of Key West. I have not written about any of these attached town homes before because, quite frankly, none appealed to me. But this place is different and it may appeal to you as well. The listing Realtor describes this home as an:
"Tropical oasis behind this fenced brick paved totally private yard with slate Koi pond, covered patio,orchid house and built in gas grill cook area w/phone and electric lines.Totally unique conversion of open upstairs area. Kitchen with all the bells … (2 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 71 Golf Club Drive - Bank Owned - Key West
- 05/23/13 05:27 AM
Just listed, but not by me, 71 Golf Club Drive in Key West, Florida. The listing Realtor describes this Bank Owned two bedroom one bath home quite simply as:
"Excellent starter home located on the Golf Course. 2 bedroom, 1 bath unit with extended yard. Mature landscaping. Perfect for entertaining. Bank says sell!"
71 Golf Club Drive has 780 sq ft of living space divided between two floors. Down stairs you will find the kitchen, dining, and living area. Up there are two bedrooms and the bath. But that's not the end of the story on this … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 513 Margaret Street - Key West - Prime Old Town Residence
- 05/21/13 10:46 PM
It is time to take a second look at 513 Margaret Street in the very heart of Old Town Key West. The asking price on this incredible property was recently reduced from $2.4 million to $2.3 million. The listing Realtor describes this impressive home this way:
"This historical family home is located in the heart of Old Town Key West. Beautiful hardwood floors, natural light and spacious rooms provide the backdrop for an elegant Keys Lifestyle. The main floor is designed for entertaining with spacious living, dining and large family room. French doors extending from all rooms to the private … (1 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: 916 Fleming Street ~ Old Town ~ Key West
- 05/21/13 12:11 AM
I just did a price comparison among the fine large homes located on Fleming Street in Old Town Key West and learned that 916 Fleming Street is the least expensive on a price per square foot basis ($617.98 to be precise). Now since I have written about some of these other houses before I don't want today's blog to appear that I am disparaging any of those houses because I am not. But I am suggesting that a bargain shopper might want to do some comparison shopping.
916 Fleming Street is located on millionaires row where you will find … (0 comments)
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gary thomas realtor: Old Town Key West - 1110 Petronia Street
- 05/20/13 02:08 AM
The listing Realtor at Preferred Properties Key West, that's where I work but this is not my listing, describebs 1110 Petronia Street in the Old Town area of Key West this way:
"This striking and eye-catching Old Town cottage occupies a very desirable location at the corner of Ashe and Petronia Streets. The owners have just completed an impressive restoration which includes new roof, shutters, windows, doors, attractive gutters, on-demand water heater, heating/AC system (including new duct work), and a stylish new master bathroom. There is a charming small swimming pool and off-street parking."
I have been watching the … (1 comments)
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