The Historic District of Key West is considered to be the utopia of island life, making the Orchid House at 526 Frances Street the creme de creme of stress free living. This Victorian era Queen Anne cottage is nestled in the heart of Old Town on one of the most coveted streets and just walking and or biking distance to the island's premiere restaurants and beaches. The circa 1900 house has been expertly restored and renovated preserving the original detailing while being totally updated for today's standards. Featuring a signature cross-gable roof, Dade County Pine throughout, a heated pool, and one of the most captivating orchid gardens on the island, the spacious two bedroom, two bathroom home is a tropical oasis perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The open concept living space and dining room feature sliding impact doors leading out onto the wraparound deck and custom heated pool. Multiple outdoor lounging spaces covered and uncovered create the perfect setting to enjoy the island life!**A permit is in place for an approved parking space that may convey with the purchase.**The reason the sellers are selling their home so quickly, that they absolutely love, is that one of the sellers has a medical issue that doesn't allow them to live in the tropics any longer.
Sold for $2,200,000 on 05/24/23
$2,200,000
526 Frances St, Key West, FL 33040
2beds
1,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
4,000 Square Feet Lot
$2,439,800 Zestimate®
$1,486/sqft
$4,110 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 25, 2024 at 03:20pm
Listed by:
Team Kaufelt 305-393-1267,
Truman & Co. (KW)
Bought with:
Roger G Emmons, 608452
Truman & Co. (KW)
Loren A Rea, 3428372
Truman & Co. (KW)
Source: FLKMLS,MLS#: 604458
Originating MLS: Key West Association

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Freezer, Disposal, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Tray Ceiling(s), Quartz Countertops, Built-in Cabinets, Dade County Pine
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: Impact Rstnce Doors, French Doors
- Windows: Double Hung Windows, Impact Rstnce Window, Wood Frames, Panel
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,480 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Open Porch/Balcony, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Storage, Outdoor Shower, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Concrete
- Fencing: Privacy
- Water view: None
- Waterfront features: None, Dockage: None
Lot
- Size: 4,000 sqft
- Features: Less Than 1/4 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00007190000000
- Zoning: HHDR
- Zoning description: Historic High Density Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Elect Separate Meter
- Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Public Sewer
- Water: Water Separate Meter
- Utilities for property: FKAA, Cable Available, Buyer to Verify, Cable Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s), Other
Community
- Community features: Tennis Court(s), Bike Paths, Beach, Fire Hydrant
Location
- Region: Key West
- Subdivision: Old Town - Unlisted (1.0)
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: No Seller Finance,Cash,FHA,VA Loan,Conventional