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400 South Street

Key West, FL 33040
  • $18,500,000
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 156 Days
  • MLS #: 610694
UPDATED: 51 min ago
$18,500,000
  • 5
    BEDS
  • 1
    ACRES
  • 5
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 4,008
    SQFT
  • $4,616
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1958
County:

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Description

Discover the epitome of unique luxury in the Florida Keys with the REAL Southernmost House of the Continental United States of America, a property that perfectly blends history, elegance, and an unrivaled location. Positioned adjacent to the iconic Southernmost Point buoy, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Gulf of Mexico, this concrete 4,008-square-foot home stands as a landmark at the southernmost edge of the Continental United States on a large 17,000 sq. ft. lot. This exceptional property is the beloved home of renowned and honored American Artist, SEWARD JOHNSON and his wife. Johnson is famous for his life size figurative sculptures which are exhibited in public spaces locally (Marilyn Monroe at our Tropic Cinema) and internationally. This multi-family designated home boasts five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. Enjoy the charm and elegance of a historic home with modern amenities. As you enter through the front door into a formal living room, you are transported back to the Hemingway era. The formal living room opens up to a Florida room with tropical vibes, and glass sliding doors lead to the pool area. The home also features sealed coral stone flooring. From the living room, an elevator leads to the upstairs primary bedroom and two guest bedrooms, surrounded by a large balcony with endless vistas over the property and the Atlantic Ocean.Enjoy swimming in a beautiful large 50 x 20 ft. pool and the spacious outdoor lounging area with Ocean breezes. Bird watching will be your new favorite pastime. With its unique location, this property offers unparalleled ocean views and proximity to all of Key West's vibrant attractions. Southernmost Beach is on the on the same block, with its sandy beach and restaurant. The property is equipped with a coveted transient license, allowing for nightly rentals, making it a prime investment opportunity for vacation rentals or a lavish private residence. THE Southernmost House is a rare gem in the heart of Key West.

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400 South Street Key West, FL 33040

  • Price: $18,500,000
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 156 Days
  • Updated: 51 min ago
  • MLS #: 610694
5
Beds
5
Baths
1
½ Baths
1
Acres
4,008
SQFT
$4,616
$/SQFT
1958
Built
Neighborhood:
Old Town-S Of Truman
County:
Monroe
Area:
01 - Key West
Property Description
Discover the epitome of unique luxury in the Florida Keys with the REAL Southernmost House of the Continental United States of America, a property that perfectly blends history, elegance, and an unrivaled location. Positioned adjacent to the iconic Southernmost Point buoy, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Gulf of Mexico, this concrete 4,008-square-foot home stands as a landmark at the southernmost edge of the Continental United States on a large 17,000 sq. ft. lot. This exceptional property is the beloved home of renowned and honored American Artist, SEWARD JOHNSON and his wife. Johnson is famous for his life size figurative sculptures which are exhibited in public spaces locally (Marilyn Monroe at our Tropic Cinema) and internationally. This multi-family designated home boasts five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. Enjoy the charm and elegance of a historic home with modern amenities. As you enter through the front door into a formal living room, you are transported back to the Hemingway era. The formal living room opens up to a Florida room with tropical vibes, and glass sliding doors lead to the pool area. The home also features sealed coral stone flooring. From the living room, an elevator leads to the upstairs primary bedroom and two guest bedrooms, surrounded by a large balcony with endless vistas over the property and the Atlantic Ocean.Enjoy swimming in a beautiful large 50 x 20 ft. pool and the spacious outdoor lounging area with Ocean breezes. Bird watching will be your new favorite pastime. With its unique location, this property offers unparalleled ocean views and proximity to all of Key West's vibrant attractions. Southernmost Beach is on the on the same block, with its sandy beach and restaurant. The property is equipped with a coveted transient license, allowing for nightly rentals, making it a prime investment opportunity for vacation rentals or a lavish private residence. THE Southernmost House is a rare gem in the heart of Key West.
Exterior Features

Above Flood No Building Style Split Level Construction CBSConcrete Dockage Dock Other Dockage Dock Permit Yes Dockage Seawall Concrete Exterior Features Fencing Land Size 1/4 - 1/2 Acre Pool Info In GroundConcrete Pool YN Yes Porch Balcony Open Porch/BalconyDeck Roof Metal Roof Shutters AccordionRoll Down Electric Side Ocean Stories 2 Stories Style Single Family Vehicle Storage GarageOff Street ParkingOpen Parking Vehicle Storage Cars 2 Waterfront OceanfrontOpen WaterGulf Front Waterfront YN Yes Waterview Ocean ViewOpen Water ViewBay/Gulf View

Interior Features

Appliances DishwasherStainless Steel Appliance(s)Gas AppliancesFreezerOvenRangeRefrigerator Cooling Heating Central AirCeiling Fans(s) Floor Combo Interior Features Cathedral CeilingsElevatorSky Light(s) Specialty Rooms Sun/Florida RoomOther Windows Doors Sliding Glass DoorsAluminum Windows

Property Features

Assoc Fee 0.00 Assoc Hoa YN No Assoc Right Of Refusal No City KEY WEST Control Depth 3 Deed Restrictions Unknown Fee Includes None Flood Zone VEVE Key West Neighborhood Old Town-S of Truman Listing Board Key West Association Mile Marker 1.00 Neighborhood Features BeachBike Paths Pets Pets Allowed Public Sewer Hookup Yes Rentals Allowed Yes Sq Ft Source Tax Records Tax Exemptions Homestead Tax Year 2023 Taxes 37168.50 Transient License Yes Utilities FKAAPropaneMunicipal Sewer Zoning HCT - Historic Commercial Tourist

Listing courtesy of Ellen Gvili of Ocean Sotheby's International Realty: (305) 294-1117.


The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of the Florida Keys MLS, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Expert Realty are marked with the MLS Logo and detailed information about them include the name of the listing broker's office.
 
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