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525 Simonton Street, Key West, FL 33040
$7,695,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
11
Baths:
11
Square Footage:
3,034
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
8,269
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$7,695,000
List Date:
7/01/2025
Last Modified:
1/29/2026
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
Current Price: $7,695,000
Listing Date: 2025-07-01
Listing Board: Key West Association
List Price: $7,695,000
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
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: 1
Status Change Info
Status: Active
Association Info
Mandatory Home Owners Asc: No
1st Right of Refusal: No
License Info
# of City License: 2
# of County License: 2
Transient Rntl Licns: Yes
Building Style
Above Flood: Yes
Stories: 3 Stories
Vehicle Storage
Car(s): 4+
Pool Info
Heated: 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: January - 29 - 2026
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