If this is
paradise, why does it cost so much?
This is a popular refrain we hear from people looking for a home
for sale in Key West. It seems everyone is now interested in our
little island. I can't say I blame them. The world up north seems
a bit serious, and Key West might be the ideal antidote to all the
stress of mainland living.
Often we shrug, and wave a hand at the beautiful scenery, the quaint
neighborhoods, and the Caribbean water where we play. It's a fun
lifestyle, living on an island, never worrying about snow.
Homes for sale in Key West are expensive by any standard. It may
not be cheap where you are from, but in Key West the price of a
house is probably much more expensive.
Today, the average listing price for a home for sale in Key West
is over $800,000. That's a lot of cheeseburgers in paradise! With
rapidly appreciating properties, more than a few owners have their
home for sale in Key West. For example, our friend's house:
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If you have
a for-sale-by-owner property you would like to advertise
here, List it here for only $99. Your Key West house
will be advertised here until sold!
Update: PROPERTY SOLD!!! Wonderful
Old Town Key West Property For Sale - By Owner Update:
PROPERTY SOLD!!!
Old Key West Style Conch House & Cottage - Quiet Neighborhood,
Total Privacy just blocks from Duval Street, Fantastic Rental.
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Main House Front Porch Entrance |
Main House Living Room |
Guest Cottage Front Porch |
Your own tropical hidewaway.
A beautiful Conch House and cottage at the top of Solares Hill (Key
West's highest point and most desirable Old Town neighborhood).
Private compound is set back off of Elizabeth Street, on easement
in middle of block. Gated walking path from street to property.
The property is not visable from the street at all. Historic Cigar
maker cottages. Total 3 bedrooms, 2 baths.
Main House has 2 bedrooms (one is a lofted guest bedroom accessed
via ladderway...common in Key West), plus one full bath. Dade County
Pine walls are beautiful and valuable. Open floor plan with high
ceilings.
Covered side porch used as a dining area, French doors throughout.
Private garden off master bedroom. Cottage is well appointed studio,
with full bath and adorable kitchen. Great guest or rental space. |
