708 William Street, Key West, FL 33040 (MLS# 614772)

708 William Street, Key West, FL 33040

$1,752,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 1,967 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 5,363 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,752,000 List Date: 4/24/2025 Last Modified: 11/18/2025

Overview

Description

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 ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 614772

Location, Tax & Legal

Street #: 708
Street Name: William
Street Suffix: Street
Key/Island: Key West
State/Province: FL
Zip Code: 33040
County: Monroe
Subdivision: Old Town - Unlisted (1.0)
Area: 02 - Key West
KW Neighborhood: Old Town-N of Truman
City: KEY WEST
Mile Marker: 1
Marathon Neighborhood: N/A
Side: Median
Flood Zone: 0.2 PCT ANNUAL CHANC
Alternate Key #: 1019968
Parcel #: 00019280-000000
Zoning: HHDR - Historic High Density Residential
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
Legal: KW LOT 2 OF TR 5 G13-450 OR741-672 OR831-1161 OR1023-1753/54 OR1058-408/09 OR1579-230/35 OR2727-2262/63 OR2888-1363/64 O
Taxes: 7779.38
Tax Year: 2024
Pub Sewer HkUp: Yes

Contract Information

Listing Board: Key West Association
As is Rght to Inspct: Yes
Species List: No

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Multi-family
Style: Multi-Units
Waterfront: No
Pool: Yes
Year Built: 1943
Total Units: 3
Lot SqFt: 5363
Lot Sqft Source: Property Data Card
Acres: 0.12
Living Apx SqFt: 1967
SqFt Source: Property Data Card
Total Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 3
Half Baths: Yes
Total Baths: 4
Rentals Allowed: With Restrictions
Min Rental Days: 29
Control Depth: 0

Status Change Info

Sold Date: 2025-11-17

Association Info

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

Building Style

Above Flood: Unknown
Conch: Yes

More Information

Remarks & Misc

Remarks – Consumer: 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.
Directions: Head south on US-1 to Key West, then turn right onto Windsor Ln, left on Poorhouse Ln, and right on William St

Fee Includes

None: Yes

Dockage

None: Yes

Tax Exemptions

None: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Range: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes

Pets

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cooling

Central Air: Yes
Wall/Window Unit(s): Yes

Waterfront

None: Yes

Waterview

No Waterview: Yes

Floor

Carpet: Yes
Tile: Yes
Wood: Yes

Neighborhood Feature

Bike Paths: Yes
Other Area Features: Yes

Windows/Doors

Wood Windows: Yes

Security

On Premises System: Yes

Construction

Frame: Yes

Land Size

Less Than 1/4 Acre: Yes

Furnished

Unfurnished: Yes

Utilities

FKAA: Yes
Municipal Sewer: Yes
Propane: Yes

Porch/Balcony

Deck: Yes
Open Porch/Balcony: Yes

Title

Negotiable: Yes

Exterior Features

Fencing: Yes
Shed: Yes

Roof

Metal Roof: Yes

Accessibility Feat

None: Yes

Shutters

Bahama: Yes
Panel: Yes

Property Features

Fee Includes: None Tax Exemptions: None Waterfront: None Waterview: No Waterview Dockage: None Building Style: Conch Furnished: Unfurnished Cooling: Central Air; Wall/Window Unit(s) Utilities: FKAA; Municipal Sewer; Propane Appliances: Dishwasher; Range; Refrigerator Exterior Features: Fencing; Shed Accessibility Feat: None Construction: Frame Shutters: Bahama; Panel Floor: Carpet; Tile; Wood Roof: Metal Roof Pets: Pets Allowed Neighborhood Feature: Bike Paths; Other Area Features Security: On Premises System Land Size: Less Than 1/4 Acre Title: Negotiable

Listing Office: Ocean Sotheby's International Realty

Last Updated: November - 18 - 2025

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