realtor: Misconception - Key West Real Estate - 09/29/11 10:20 AM
As I get older the more I thought I knew becomes blurred. Partly because my memory isn't what it used to be (true), and because things that I grew up believing are true no more. I really did believe in the Tooth Fairy. I really believed in Santa Clause despite the protestations of my big brother otherwise. When Officer Goody came to my grade school and told my classmates about safety, I believed all policemen were good. I believed, for example, that my government would never lie to me. Life taught me that sometimes others say things that are not true: … (1 comments)
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realtor: Let's Buy a Guest House in Key West - 08/06/11 09:23 AM
Catchy name for a place to stay, eh! Maybe the GAYWAY MOTEL isn't your vision of the kind of guest house you envision owning, but I have a property that just might fit the bill. The Victorian House at 806 Truman Avenue in Old Town Key West is looking for a new owner. I think this place could "go gay" or stay "straight" and still be a good "buy".The listing Realtor describes 806 Truman this way:
"***PRICE REDUCED*** Elegant and spacious historic home with three transient rental licenses. Great sitting rooms, formal dining room, five bedrooms, five full baths and two … (0 comments)
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realtor: 1104 Angela Street - Old Town - Key West - 01/27/11 08:17 AM
1104 Angela Street - Old Town - Key West - Pretty in Pink One of the great things about living in a small historic town like Key West is the knowledge that more things change in life, the more the houses tend to stay the same in Key West.The Old Town area of Key West has been designated as a national historic district and houses in the district are supposed to be protected from changes that would significantly alter their street appearance. Now not everything stays perfectly the same. In recent years requests for change need to be approved by … (1 comments)
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realtor: 806 Shavers Lane - Old Town - Key West - 11/17/10 09:56 AM
The cute new listing at 806 Shavers Lane in Old Town Key West is one you won't soon forget. You walk in the front door and POW! the entire living space lights up with an explosion of color. Shavers Lane is located one-half block west of Duval Street and just south of Petronia Street or north of Olivia Street. The lane is so small and discrete that most locals would need a map to find it. But if you know the area, you know this home is close to all the rah! rah! on Duval.The listing Realtor describes 806 Shavers Lane … (2 comments)
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realtor: 1505 Pine Street - Bank Owned - Key West - Do the Math - 11/03/10 11:40 AM
Do the Math The local bank that owns the three remaining homes for sale at The Meadows just dropped the asking price. Two of the Bank Owned homes are three bedroom models and those are the properties I want to discuss with you today. I think they are a real deal and you may feel the same after you do the math.1505 Pine Street is a 3 bedroom 3 1/2 bath home that was built in 2008. The bank foreclosed on the entire development (except the model which was financed by another lender). The units have not been lived in. … (0 comments)
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realtor: 1219 Margaret Street - Old Town - Key West - 10/21/10 10:10 AM
1219 Margaret Street - Key West The really big two story Conch style house located at 1219 Margaret Street in the South of Truman area of Old Town was just listed for sale, but not by me, at the asking price of $799,000. While this home may look old, it was actually built brand new (not renovated) in 1999.The listing Realtor describes this home thus:
"Fabulous 3 bedroom 3.5 bath home with private pool, and covered carport for 2 cars. This home has been owner occupied since it was built in 1999, and is in exceptional condition. There is a … (2 comments)
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realtor: 1125 Von Phister Street - Casa Marina Area - Key West - 07/29/10 11:04 AM
Do you know the difference between Boca Raton and Key West? Key West is not Boca. Thank God! We have better weather year round. We don't have freeways and interchanges. True we have a traffic jam of tourists on Duval Street, but that helps the rest of us live here. We have real people that live in real houses in real neighborhoods. Key West has a rich history and people who are born here or who move here on purpose love just living their lives each day. The way I look at life, you get one shot at it and you … (0 comments)
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realtor: April 2010 Real Estate Sales in Key West - 05/01/10 11:25 AM
Don't get left behind wondering "If" April did not bring Key West many showers but it did bring lots of sales to cheer the Realtors and Buyers who took the plunge to buy Key West properties once again.You may have noticed I have written my blog very much this past month. There is good reason: I have been swamped with work. And every Realtor I know is equally busy. April has been an extremely good month for real estate sales in Key West. I am posting raw results that I culled from our mls data base. More sales will likely … (2 comments)
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realtor: 903 Thomas Street - Key West Charmer ! - 02/28/10 06:33 AM
903 Thomas Street Key West - Classic Eyebrow House
The outdoor living area at 903 Thomas Street overlooks the cool pool !
This is what I refer to as the Cool Pool ! Vaulted ceiling in the bright and cheery kitchen that overlooks the cool pool as well As soon as you cross the threshold and enter the Eyebrow house at 903 Thomas Street, you know you have walked into a home that was restored with love and attention to detail. This is no cookie cutter, could be located anywhere house. This is a true Key West classic. … (2 comments)
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realtor: 811 Carey Lane - Old Town - Key West Cottage - 01/04/10 10:16 AM
811 Carey Lane From 811 Carey Lane (left) looking east toward Margaret Street The asking price on 811 Carey Lane just got better: reduced to $649,000 or $605 per sq ft. This is how the listing Realtor describes this charmer that is located on one of the best little slow lanes of Key West:
"Located in an area of million dollar properties, this charming home has an exceptional location on one of Key West's most desirable lanes. You'll find peaceful tranquility and the Key West ambiance you're looking for in this home. Open living and renovated kitchen, dining room, good … (4 comments)
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realtor: I've had it with "Renter's Rights" in Key West - 12/21/09 07:33 AM
I had probably the most unpleasant showing ever on Saturday. I feel the need to share it with you. I have some buyers that did their Internet search before they came to Key West. They identified properties they liked and then went by them before they called me to set up showings. It is the custom in Key West to have the listing agent present to show his or her listing. Most houses are not on lock box. So advance notice is required. If a place is occupied by a tenant, most agents require 24 hours advance notice. That is not … (4 comments)
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realtor: A Key West Home for the Holidays and later as well... - 12/17/09 08:57 AM
The Christmas House Wish List usually consists of the following:1. Priced at $500,000 or less.2. Good Old Town Location. 3. At least two bedrooms and two baths. 4. Pool or room for a pool. 5. Off street parking. 6. In good condition or that only needs a little work. 7. Key West charming. 8. Transient license or ability to rent occasionally.There are a ton of potential buyers waiting to find a place with all of those qualities. You would be surprised at how many buyers either have the cash to complete such a purchase or the ability to finance a purchase. … (1 comments)
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realtor: Harbour Place Condominium - Key West - 12/08/09 11:05 AM
If you are reading my blog, you are probably a baby boomer. Maybe you weathered the financial storms and are looking for that special place, perhaps a condo like Unit No. 313 at Harbour Place at Truman Annex in Key West. When you step onto your private balcony and overlook the boardwalk and then view the private yachts and giant ships and Sunset Key and the smaller keys beyond, you will know you came out just fine. Harbour Place is Key West's most prestigious building, the former U.S. Naval Headquarters at Truman Annex. Your friends will be green with envy. The … (0 comments)
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realtor: Pretty as a Picture - 720 Passover Lane - Key West - 11/30/09 01:37 PM
If you are looking for the pretty as a picture Key West Cottage that sits on a secluded lane in Old Town, you need to see the new listing at 720 Passover Lane. The listing Realtor describes the property this way: "Tucked away at the end of a quiet, walking Old Town Lane sits this beautifully renovated historic home. Manhattan meets Key West in the level of decor and finishes chosen for this historic jewel. Wonderful vaulted ceiling in the living room with open floor plan and chef's kitchen. Bright and airy dining/family room with glass doors all around to view … (0 comments)
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realtor: 1502 Petronia Street - Key West - Open Today - 12 to 2 PM - 11/27/09 09:15 AM
Looking for something to do this afternoon that does not involve booze or sex? Visit me at an Open House today from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at 1502 Petronia Street. Newly built in 2007 with top of the line materials and craftsmanship, this home features soaring 14' ceilings in the living area. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, beautiful granite and solid wood cabinets, plus there is a wet bar in the living room. The main level has travertine marble floors. The bedrooms have en suite baths and are distinguished by impressive architectural details including crown molding, high ceilings, porches and … (1 comments)
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realtor: 1800 Atlantic Condominiums - Key West - 11/24/09 01:06 PM
It's time to update the properties available for purchase at 1800 Atlantic Condominiums. I divided the units between those with valuable Transient Rental Licenses and those without. Units that have a Transient Rental License can be rented daily every day of the year to a different renter each day-just like a hotel room. Units without such a license may be rented on a monthly basis but may only be rented once each month. There are a total of 13 units currently available for purchase at 1800 Atlantic Condominiums in Key West. The aerial photo above together with the photos of the … (0 comments)
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realtor: 1410 Duncan - Key West - 11/23/09 11:58 AM
This is another one of those just listed but not by me posts. 1410 Duncan Street is located just across the street form the Tennessee Williams House located at 1431 Duncan Street. Tennessee Williams said this of Key West: "This is the most fantastic place that I have been yet in America. It is even more colorful than Frisco, New Orleans or Santa Fe. There are comparatively few tourists and the town is the real stuff. It still belongs to the natives who are known as ‘conks.’ Sponge and deep sea fishing are the main occupations and the houses are mostly … (0 comments)
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realtor: 605 Free School Lane - Old Town - Key West - 11/22/09 05:12 AM
Just re-listed, but not by me, 605 Free School Lane in Old Town Key West. The asking price is $1,375,000. Read on, Dear Reader. This place makes money. This is how the listing Realtor describes this property: "Just completed renovation from top to bottom: This beautiful transient licensed home situated at the end of a quiet dead end lane in the heart of the historic district is currently being used as a vacation rental. The spacious floor plan includes a main level bedroom and bath, large galley style kitchen and great room with French doors that open to a large covered … (2 comments)
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realtor: 1025 Thompson Lane - Old Town - Key West - Circa 1891 - 11/21/09 10:08 AM
The first day I arrived in Key West some 25 years ago was amazed by all of the neat old houses in Old Town. I only ventured to Casa Marina for a party that first trip. And other than driving past New Town, I don't think I really ventured out there until a trip in 1987. New Town did not amaze me. Back in 1984 many of the houses that look so damned wonderful today looked like a lot of the still "undone" or "non-restored" houses that still exist all over Old Town. There are not just as many of them … (0 comments)
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realtor: Pied-à-Terre Anyone? - Old Town - Key West - 11/20/09 10:15 AM
The listing Realtor describes the new offering at 800 Fleming Street #A-1 (The William Fleming House) this way: "The perfect home for someone who wants carefree condominium living but desires the charm of a historic Old Town Key West home. The William Fleming House was constructed in the mid 1800's and is located in a premium location - the corner of William and Fleming Streets. Just completed renovation includes a new kitchen and two new baths. The kitchen includes granite and butcher block countertops, stainless steel appliances and new cabinetry. Baths are beautifully outfitted with polished chrome fixtures, tile shower enclosures … (0 comments)
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