Featured Listing: Midtown Key West Luxury Estate

Midtown Key West Luxury Estate: 1420-22 South Street

 

3 BD/3.5 BA            2,840 ft² 

 

$1,425,000              MLS#119666 

 

 
Update: SOLD 9/22/14 for $1,390,000

 

Update: Sale Pending 08/21/14

 

1420-1422 South Street is a stunning estate featuring a 2BD/2.5BA main house and an attached 1BD/1BA guest house. This beautifully maintained property sits on a large 4,945 ft² lot in Midtown Key West. The neighborhood is safe and quiet, removed from the festivals and bustling activity of downtown, yet still close to all of Key West's attractions. This is a great location for privacy and tranquility. The property is surrounded by mature trees, fully enclosed by a tall privacy fence, and has a rolling gate for secure off-street parking.

Built with geometrically pleasing symmetry, 1420-22 South Street has outstanding curb appeal. The stairs descend from the welcoming entryway, where Doric columns and a domed triangular roof line draw the eyes up to take in the intricate architectural details. The homes have a shared front entrance, but can be closed off for privacy once inside.

The main house has a gourmet kitchen that is any chef's dream. With granite counter tops and high end Viking and Subzero stainless steel appliances, anyone can become the next Top Chef in this kitchen. 

 
Special features include an over-sized gas range, two ovens, and a built in steamer. A large pantry and numerous cupboards offer ample storage space, and the built-in wine refrigerator ensures that you always have a perfectly chilled bottle ready to accompany that gourmet meal.
  

The kitchen flows seamlessly into the open floor plan that includes a dining area and living room. A half-bath and storage closet complete the downstairs space. High ceilings and rich hardwood floors are found throughout the home.

French and paned sliding glass doors open onto the spacious patio, flooding the home with natural light and transforming indoor and outdoor living spaces into one. The deck surrounding the heated waterfall pool allows plenty of space for entertaining or lounging in your private tropical paradise.

The upstairs of the main house has two bedrooms, both with full en-suite bathrooms, and a laundry area. The spacious master suite has a balcony overlooking the mature trees, lush foliage, and luxurious pool. 

The same beautiful hardwood flooring is found in the upstairs hallway and bedrooms.

The 1BD/1BA attached accessory unit is  perfect for a mother-in-law suite or guest quarters. The downstairs consists of a kitchen, walk-in storage closet, and living area with doors opening onto the patio. The upstairs contains the bedroom and bathroom, and a Juliet balcony overlooks the pool and grounds.

If you'd like to see this exquisite property, we're hosting an Open House on Sunday, June 8th from 12:00-3:00.

If you would like to arrange a showing or receive more information about 1420-22 South Street, please call or text Scott at 305-923-9884 or Sara at 305-434-5389. Alternatively, you can complete the "Contact Us" form on the right, or visit us at Royal Palms Realty for more information about this property and other homes for sale in Key West.

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Scott Forman: Key West Luxury Real Estate Featured Expert

Scott Forman, Key West Luxury Real Estate Specialist

Scott Forman, Principal Broker of Royal Palms Realty, was selected as the featured real estate expert in this week's edition of The Keys Weekly newspaper. The full interview is below.

 

Keys Weekly: What should a prospective home buyer look for when choosing a real estate agent or broker?

Scott Forman: The entire reason buyers and sellers look to a REALTOR® is based on the concept of specialization.  A specialist means someone who understands the local market and the nuances of negotiating in that market. In our business model, we took the concept of specialization and modeled it after the medical field, where the value of a specialist is unquestioned. This was an idea we were first introduced to by Marquis Properties prior to our merger with them.

Keys Weekly: That's an interesting concept. Why is it so important to choose a specialist when searching for a home?

Scott Forman: It’s important that the agent is a specialist, not just in the general local market, but also in the specific type of property, value range, and neighborhoods the customer is focusing on.  Each neighborhood has different features that the agent can help the buyer negotiate their way through. Even different price points have different nuances in terms of how they are negotiated, what the list price sale price ratio is, and what the buyer should expect from the property and the seller. By specializing in luxury real estate, we have developed the knowledge and expertise needed to assist clients in this subset of the market.

  

Keys Weekly: Does this concept also apply to sellers who are thinking of listing a property?

Scott Forman: Absolutely. The same holds true for sellers. It’s important for sellers that their agent understands the potential buyers in their market sector. This helps the agent produce a strong marketing plan to reach out to the correct buyers. For example, when I'm representing buyers and sellers in Old Town, the Truman Annex, Casa Marina, the Meadows, or with luxury oceanfront properties on Shark Key and Sunset Key, I understand the importance of showcasing the value of a home in the way that best suits each individual market sector.

Keys Weekly: Are there any other key points that sellers should consider when choosing a listing agent?

Scott Forman: When listing a property, it is also important to understand that the agent you hire becomes your spokesperson in your absence, and this may be one of the most important factors in a negotiation. Imagine for a moment that you are the buyer and ask yourself who would create the best customer service experience on your behalf and in your absence. Remember, the key to a smooth negotiation is having an agent who understands how to communicate in a way that brings all parties together to a successful conclusion.  

About Scott Forman: Scott was raised in the Hamptons and worked as a sound engineer/music producer at The Hit Factory in NYC, where he worked with music legends like Stevie Wonder, Miles Davis, etc., before relocating to Key West and entering the real estate industry in 2001. He is the owner of Royal Palms Realty and has become one of the foremost experts in luxury real estate, being named Key West Realtor of the Year for 2013. Scott lives in Key West with his wife and three children.

Royal Palms Realty is located at 933 Fleming Street in Key West

For more information about buying or listing a home in Key West, contact Scott Forman at 305-923-9884 or scott@royalpalmsrealty.com

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Just Listed: Architectural Meadows Masterpiece

 

Architectural Meadows Masterpiece: 1305 Petronia Street

3 BD/2 BA            1,631 ft² 

       

     $1,200,000            MLS#119625

 

Update 08/30/14:  Sale Pending!

 

1305 Petronia Street is an impeccably renovated three bedroom home located in the highly sought-after Meadows neighborhood. Known for its quiet lanes and tree-lined streets, The Meadows district is quintessential Key West. This area offers the traditional architecture of Old Town Key West along with a small town atmosphere that its residents cherish. 

The home sits on a fully-fenced 3,297 ft² lot and has a brick driveway for off-street parking.

The house has been lovingly restored with every attention to luxurious detail, including Brazilian hardwood floors. The open floor plan offers a large living room/dining area that flows into the kitchen. The vaulted ceilings and multiple windows create a light, airy atmosphere in the home. Furnishings are negotiable with the sale.

The modern kitchen has granite countertops and is fitted with high-end stainless steel appliances, including a built in espresso maker. It also features a separate wine bar and under-counter wine cooler, perfect for the oenophiles among us.

A half-bath off the kitchen and a spacious master suite complete the downstairs living area. French doors lead from the master bedroom to the private backyard. The master bathroom features marble tile, a separate shower and bath, and a large linen closet.

The quiet backyard has a large hardwood deck for plenty of outdoor living space. The yard is surrounded by palms, flowers, and other native trees, creating a serene tropical oasis in which to relax.

The second floor has two guest bedrooms, a full bathroom, and space for a home office.

 

 

If you'd like to see this exquisite property, we're hosting an Open House on Sunday, April 13th from 12:00-3:00.  

 

If you can't make the Open House, but would like to take a Virtual Tour, click here. To arrange a showing or receive more information about 1305 Petronia Street, please call or text Scott at 305-923-9884 or Sara at 305-434-5389. Alternatively, you can complete the "Contact Us" form on the right, or visit us at Royal Palms Realty for more information about this property and other homes for sale in Key West.

Come home to paradise and turn your dreams of tropical living into reality!