18954 Acosta Trail, Sugarloaf Key, FL 33042

$999,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 1 Baths: 1 Square Footage: 1,008 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 151,758 Status: Closed
Current Price: $999,000 List Date: 7/01/2023 Last Modified: 10/03/2025

Description

The Sanctuary - an Artist's Haven in Paradise! This almost 3.5 acre oasis of creativity and tranquility is nestled on picturesque Upper Sugarloaf Key. This unique artist loft studio built in 2013 offers an unparalleled experience for those seeking a deep connection with nature. Surrounded by a bird sanctuary and protected wetlands, this secluded property provides a serene and peaceful setting. As you step into this waterfront retreat, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking views of Upper Sugarloaf Sound. The unobstructed vistas offer stunning sunsets year-round, providing a daily spectacle that will leave you in awe. Witness the sun's annual pilgrimage across the western sky, as it transitions from its southerly to northerly path and back again. For those with a love for astronomy, this location is truly a star-gazer's paradise. The absence of street lights allows for crystal-clear views of the night sky, where you can spend countless evenings marveling at the constellations. Embrace the tranquil waters of Upper Sugarloaf Sound and engage in paddleboarding adventures right from your doorstep. The soaring cathedral ceiling with a cupola and clear story impact windows allow light to gently illuminate the interior, creating a serene and inspiring ambiance. This secluded artist loft studio could easily be divided into a 1 bedroom and living area. It has a full bathroom and open plan kitchen and offers an idyllic retreat where you can find inspiration, peace, and reflects its tropical Florida heritage. Plenty of storage in the huge detached shed. There is great potential for further development. This unique property has extremely rare SRL Zoning which allows for NIGHTLY rentals. Savvy Investors! Great Income potential for NIGHTLY rentals! -- perhaps as a retreat for traveling and resident artists to exude inspiration or for nature lovers seeking a peaceful refuge only 20 minutes to Key West! Low Insurances Flood $425 Wind $3398 Home $980. Your sanctuary in paradise!

More Information MLS# 605688

Contract Information

Listing Board: Key West Association Current Price: $999,000 Listing Date: 2023-06-15 Sold Price: $999,000

Location, Tax & Legal

City: Sugarloaf Mile Marker: 19.5 Marathon Neighborhood: N/A Side: Bay/Gulf Flood Zone: AE,AE Alternate Key #: 1149861 Parcel #: 00117500-000900 Zoning: SRL - Sub Urban Residential District Limited Deed Restrictions: No Legal: BK 11 NLY 1/2 LT 38 N SUGARLOAF ACRES SEC TWO 25 66 27 SUGARLOAF KEY PT GOVT LOT 4 Taxes: 3675.46 Tax Year: 2022 Pub Sewer HkUp: No Street #: 18954 Street Name: Acosta Street Suffix: Trail Key/Island: Sugarloaf Key State/Province: FL Zip Code: 33042 County: Monroe Subdivision: Sugarloaf Acres (19.5) Area: 06 - Bay Point to Sugarloaf

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family Waterfront: Yes Control Depth: 1 Lot SqFt: 151758 Pool: No Total Units: 0 Acres: 3.48 SqFt Source: Property Data Card Rentals Allowed: Yes Min Rental Days: 1 Style: Single Family Year Built: 2013 Living Apx SqFt: 1008 Total Bedrooms: 1 Full Baths: 1 Total Baths: 1

Remarks & Misc

Remarks – Consumer: The Sanctuary - an Artist's Haven in Paradise! This almost 3.5 acre oasis of creativity and tranquility is nestled on picturesque Upper Sugarloaf Key. This unique artist loft studio built in 2013 offers an unparalleled experience for those seeking a deep connection with nature. Surrounded by a bird sanctuary and protected wetlands, this secluded property provides a serene and peaceful setting. As you step into this waterfront retreat, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking views of Upper Sugarloaf Sound. The unobstructed vistas offer stunning sunsets year-round, providing a daily spectacle that will leave you in awe. Witness the sun's annual pilgrimage across the western sky, as it transitions from its southerly to northerly path and back again. For those with a love for astronomy, this location is truly a star-gazer's paradise. The absence of street lights allows for crystal-clear views of the night sky, where you can spend countless evenings marveling at the constellations. Embrace the tranquil waters of Upper Sugarloaf Sound and engage in paddleboarding adventures right from your doorstep. The soaring cathedral ceiling with a cupola and clear story impact windows allow light to gently illuminate the interior, creating a serene and inspiring ambiance. This secluded artist loft studio could easily be divided into a 1 bedroom and living area. It has a full bathroom and open plan kitchen and offers an idyllic retreat where you can find inspiration, peace, and reflects its tropical Florida heritage. Plenty of storage in the huge detached shed. There is great potential for further development. This unique property has extremely rare SRL Zoning which allows for NIGHTLY rentals. Savvy Investors! Great Income potential for NIGHTLY rentals! -- perhaps as a retreat for traveling and resident artists to exude inspiration or for nature lovers seeking a peaceful refuge only 20 minutes to Key West! Low Insurances Flood $425 Wind $3398 Home $980. Your sanctuary in paradise! Directions: US 1 to MM19 turn onto Crane Blvd then left at Acosta Trail, follow the gravel road to the end. House is at the end.

Association Info

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

Fee Includes

None: 1

Dockage

None: 1

Tax Exemptions

Homestead: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Freezer: 1 Oven: 1 Range: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1

Pets

Pets Allowed: 1

Cooling

Central Air: 1

Heating

Central: 1

Waterfront

Bay Front: 1 Gulf Front: 1 Oceanfront: 1 Open Water: 1

Waterview

Bay/Gulf View: 1 Ocean View: 1 Open Water View: 1 Salt Ponds: 1

Floor

Wood: 1

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceilings: 1

Specialty Rooms

Loft: 1 Workshop: 1

Building Style

Above Flood: Yes Stilt Column Height: Medium - 5Ft - 9Ft Stories: 2 Stories

Windows/Doors

Impact Rstnce Doors: 1 Impact Rstnce Window: 1

Vehicle Storage

Open Parking: 1 Trailer Storage: 1

Construction

Frame: 1 Hardi Board Siding: 1

Land Size

2 Less Than 5 Acres: 1

Furnished

Unfurnished: 1

Utilities

Aerobic System: 1 FKAA: 1

Porch/Balcony

Deck: 1 Patio: 1

Title

Title Ins - Buyer: 1

Exterior Features

Shed: 1 Storage: 1

Roof

Metal Roof: 1

Status Change Info

Sold Date: 2023-07-28 Sold Price: $999,000 Status: Closed

Property Features

Fee Includes: None Tax Exemptions: Homestead Waterfront: Bay Front; Gulf Front; Oceanfront; Open Water Waterview: Bay/Gulf View; Ocean View; Open Water View; Salt Ponds Dockage: None Vehicle Storage: Open Parking; Trailer Storage Furnished: Unfurnished Cooling: Central Air Heating: Central Utilities: Aerobic System; FKAA Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings Specialty Rooms: Loft; Workshop Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Freezer; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Exterior Features: Shed; Storage Construction: Frame; Hardi Board Siding Floor: Wood Roof: Metal Roof Pets: Pets Allowed Land Size: 2 Less Than 5 Acres Title: Title Ins - Buyer
Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Knight & Gardner Realty
Last Updated: October - 03 - 2025
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