If you are looking for location and a historic home, this triplex is tucked away on one of Old Town Key West's most peaceful lanes. This charming Conch home won the distinguished Historic Florida Keys Preservation Star in 1988 and has been in the same family for over 40 years--a true testament to its warmth, character, and enduring appeal.The main house features generously sized rooms, high ceilings, and Dade County pine walls, all beautifully restored by local craftsmen.Attached to the main house is a versatile studio apartment, originally part of the home's original footprint and easily convertible back into a grand primary suite. In addition, there is a detached studio cottage perfect for guests or additional income.Part of the historic preservation focused on the large wraparound front porch with delicate gingerbread trim. The original water cistern was turned into a pool. This residence is a living piece of Key West's vibrant history. Jimmy Buffett used to live next door for some time writing his book and songs.Now available as part of an estate sale, don't miss your opportunity to be the next steward of this extraordinary legacy.
For sale
$2,699,000
708 William St, Key West, FL 33040
4beds
1,967sqft
Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1943
-- sqft lot
$2,472,800 Zestimate®
$1,372/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Versatile studio apartmentLarge wraparound front porchGingerbread trimHigh ceilingsPeaceful laneDade county pine wallsGenerously sized rooms
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Listing updated: May 14, 2025 at 11:53am
Listed by:
Ellen Gvili 305-304-2933,
Ocean Sotheby's International Realty,
Marc Ulanowski 815-861-3559,
Equestrian Sotheby's International Realty
Source: FLKMLS,MLS#: 614772
Originating MLS: Key West Association

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Open house
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Wood Frames, Bahama, Panel
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,967 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Patio & porch: Open Porch/Balcony, Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
- Water view: None
- Waterfront features: None, Dockage: None
Lot
- Size: 5,227.2 Square Feet
- Features: Less Than 1/4 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00019280000000
- Zoning: HHDR
- Zoning description: Historic High Density Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Conch
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: FKAA, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Other, Bike Paths
- Security: On Premises System
- Subdivision: Old Town - Unlisted (1.0)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Key West
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,372/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,636,295
- Annual tax amount: $7,779
- Date on market: 4/24/2025
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