Search for Property

525 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040

$6,995,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 11 Baths: 11 Square Footage: 3,034 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 8,269 Status: Contingent/Show
Current Price: $6,995,000 List Date: 7/01/2025 Last Modified: 4/16/2026

Overview

Description

A Rare Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Old Town Key West. NIGHTLY rentals allowed. Introducing The Watson House—one of the largest and most versatile TRANSIENTLY licensed estates in Key West. Situated just one block off Duval Street on iconic Simonton Street, this 11-bedroom, 11-bath compound spans two distinct residences: a stately 7-bedroom mansion and a sleek, modern 4-bedroom villa—each with its own private pool. Zoned with two transient licenses and off-street parking for 4+ vehicles, this exceptional property offers unmatched flexibility for luxury rentals or private use. The grand mansion was reimagined in July 2022 by a local designer, featuring fresh paint, stylish new furnishings, and 12-foot soaring ceilings. The main level includes two guest rooms with baths, formal living and dining rooms, a parlor, and a well-appointed kitchen that opens to the pool deck and outdoor dining area. Upstairs, four en suite bedrooms include two primary suites with priva ...

Listing Details MLS# 615623

Location, Tax & Legal

Street #
525
Street Name
Simonton
Street Suffix
Street
Key/Island
Key West
State/Province
FL
Zip Code
33040
County
Monroe
Subdivision
Old Town - Unrecord (1.0)
Area
01 - Key West
KW Neighborhood
Old Town-N of Truman
City
KEY WEST
Mile Marker
1
Marathon Neighborhood
N/A
Side
Median
Flood Zone
X
Alternate Key #
1009491
Parcel #
00009240-000000
Zoning
HRCC - Historic Residential Commercial Core
Deed Restrictions
Unknown
Legal
KW PT LOT 4 SQR 49 G8-444 OR885-189 OR890-2126 OR927-1164 OR2008-62 OR2555-1269 OR3147-0073 OR3164-0865
Taxes
51759.18
Tax Year
2024
Pub Sewer HkUp
Yes

Contract Information

Listing Board
Key West Association

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type
Residential - Single Family
Style
Single Family
Waterfront
No
Pool
Yes
Year Built
1889
Lot SqFt
8269
Living Apx SqFt
3034
SqFt Source
Property Data Card
Total Bedrooms
11
Full Baths
11
Total Baths
11
Rentals Allowed
Yes
Min Rental Days
Yes
Control Depth
0

Status Change Info

Contingent
Contingent/Show

Association Info

Mandatory Home Owners Asc
No
1st Right of Refusal
No
Association Fee $
0

License Info

# of City License
2
# of County License
2
Transient Rntl Licns
Yes

More Information

Building Style

Above Flood
Yes
Stories
3 Stories

Vehicle Storage

Car(s)
4+
Open Parking
Yes
Off Street Parking
Yes

Pool Info

Heated
Yes
In Ground
Yes
Concrete
Yes
Decked
Yes

Remarks & Misc

Remarks – Consumer
A Rare Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Old Town Key West. NIGHTLY rentals allowed. Introducing The Watson House—one of the largest and most versatile TRANSIENTLY licensed estates in Key West. Situated just one block off Duval Street on iconic Simonton Street, this 11-bedroom, 11-bath compound spans two distinct residences: a stately 7-bedroom mansion and a sleek, modern 4-bedroom villa—each with its own private pool. Zoned with two transient licenses and off-street parking for 4+ vehicles, this exceptional property offers unmatched flexibility for luxury rentals or private use. The grand mansion was reimagined in July 2022 by a local designer, featuring fresh paint, stylish new furnishings, and 12-foot soaring ceilings. The main level includes two guest rooms with baths, formal living and dining rooms, a parlor, and a well-appointed kitchen that opens to the pool deck and outdoor dining area. Upstairs, four en suite bedrooms include two primary suites with private balconies—one overlooking Simonton Street, the other with views of the pool. A spacious third-floor suite, accessed via an interior or exterior staircase, offers a private living room, wet bar, and yet another balcony retreat. The villa, renovated to the studs in 2014, offers a clean, contemporary design with 4 bedrooms, 4 baths, full kitchen, living area, private pool, and outdoor bar—perfect for entertaining. Whether you choose to rent the estate in its entirety or as two separate homes, The Watson House is a rare asset in Key West's luxury rental market—highly sought-after and consistently booked well in advance.

Fee Includes

None
Yes

Dockage

None
Yes

Tax Exemptions

None
Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher
Yes
Dryer
Yes
Freezer
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Yes

Pets

Pets Allowed
Yes

Cooling

Central Air
Yes
Ductless
Yes

Waterfront

None
Yes

Waterview

No Waterview
Yes

Interior Features

Built-in Cabinets
Yes
Drapes/Blinds Incl
Yes
Sky Light(s)
Yes
Smoke Alarms
Yes
Storage
Yes
Window Treatments
Yes

Construction

Frame
Yes
Hardi Board Siding
Yes

Land Size

Less Than 1/4 Acre
Yes

Furnished

Furnished
Yes

Utilities

Buyer to Verify
Yes

Title

Negotiable
Yes

Exterior Features

Fencing
Yes
Storage
Yes

Property Features

Fee Includes: None Tax Exemptions: None Waterfront: None Waterview: No Waterview Dockage: None Vehicle Storage: Off Street Parking; Open Parking Furnished: Furnished Cooling: Central Air; Ductless Utilities: Buyer to Verify Interior Features: Built-in Cabinets; Drapes/Blinds Incl; Sky Light(s); Smoke Alarms; Storage; Window Treatments Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Exterior Features: Fencing; Storage Pool Info: In Ground; Concrete; Decked Construction: Frame; Hardi Board Siding Pets: Pets Allowed Land Size: Less Than 1/4 Acre Title: Negotiable
Listing Office: Island Home Realty Inc.
Last Updated: April - 16 - 2026
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Florida Keys MLS, Inc. Information provided is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. The information being provided is for consumers’ personal, non-commeral use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. IDX data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS.