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525 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040

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

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 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.

More Information MLS# 615623

Contract Information

Listing Board: Key West Association Current Price: $7,995,000 Listing Date: 2025-07-01 List Price: $7,995,000

Location, Tax & Legal

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 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

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family Waterfront: No Control Depth: 0 Lot SqFt: 8269 Pool: Yes SqFt Source: Property Data Card Rentals Allowed: Yes Min Rental Days: 1 Style: Single Family Year Built: 1889 Living Apx SqFt: 3034 Total Bedrooms: 11 Full Baths: 11 Total Baths: 11

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.

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

Fee Includes

None: 1

Dockage

None: 1

Tax Exemptions

None: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Freezer: 1 Microwave: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Stainless Steel Appliance(s): 1

Pets

Pets Allowed: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1 Ductless: 1

Waterfront

None: 1

Waterview

No Waterview: 1

Interior Features

Built-in Cabinets: 1 Drapes/Blinds Incl: 1 Sky Light(s): 1 Smoke Alarms: 1 Storage: 1 Window Treatments: 1

Building Style

Above Flood: Yes Stories: 3 Stories

Vehicle Storage

Car(s): 4+ Open Parking: 1 Off Street Parking: 1

Construction

Frame: 1 Hardi Board Siding: 1

Land Size

Less Than 1/4 Acre: 1

Furnished

Furnished: 1

Utilities

Buyer to Verify: 1

Title

Negotiable: 1

Exterior Features

Fencing: 1 Storage: 1

Pool Info

In Ground: 1 Heated: Yes Concrete: 1 Decked: 1

Status Change Info

Status: Active

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: July - 01 - 2025
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