400 South Street, Key West, FL 33040

$8,500,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 4,008 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 17,243 Status: Closed
Current Price: $8,500,000 List Date: 7/07/2024 Last Modified: 4/28/2025

Description

OFFERED IN A LUXURY AUCTION! Experience unparalleled luxury at 400 South Street, the true Southernmost private residence in the Continental United States. This iconic Key West estate, winter home to esteemed American artist, the late Seward Johnson and his wife, seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern amenities. The expansive 4,008-square-foot concrete home, situated on a generous lot plus almost one acre of bay bottom, offers five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. Upon entering, the formal living room evokes the charm of the Hemingway era, leading to a sunlit Florida room with sliding glass doors that open to a vast outdoor oasis. The primary suite and two guest bedrooms are accessible via an elevator, each opening to a large balcony that provides panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The property boasts a magnificent 50 x 20-foot pool and ample lounging areas, perfect for enjoying ocean breezes and observing local birdlife. With its unique location adjacent to the iconic Southernmost Point buoy and proximity to Key West's vibrant attractions, this estate offers an unparalleled living experience. Additionally, a coveted transient license allows for nightly rentals, presenting a prime investment opportunity or the option for a lavish private or corporate compound. Designated Multifamily (could accommodate up to 8 residential units) and located in the historic commercial tourist district, the possibilities are vast for a savvy investor. Part of the property needs complete renovation and the 1930 SF seawall requires partial restoration. THE Southernmost House is a rare gem in the United States! Due diligence package available upon bid registration.

More Information MLS# 610694

Contract Information

Listing Board: Key West Association Current Price: $8,500,000 Listing Date: 2024-07-07 Sold Price: $8,500,000

Location, Tax & Legal

KW Neighborhood: Old Town-S of Truman City: KEY WEST Mile Marker: 1 Marathon Neighborhood: N/A Side: Ocean Flood Zone: VE,VE Alternate Key #: 1037222 Parcel #: 00036380-000000 Zoning: HCT - Historic Commercial Tourist Deed Restrictions: Unknown Legal: KW FILER BOYLE SUB N-476 PT LOTS 2-4 SQR 6 TR 16 AND 1AC N-476 BAY BTM SE G67-13(II DEED 20256) OR92-463 OR295-204/5 OR Taxes: 37168.5 Tax Year: 2023 Pub Sewer HkUp: Yes Street #: 400 Street Name: South Street Suffix: Street Key/Island: Key West State/Province: FL Zip Code: 33040 County: Monroe Subdivision: Filer Boyle Sub (1.0) Area: 01 - Key West

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family Waterfront: Yes Control Depth: 3 Lot SqFt: 17243 Pool: Yes Lot Sqft Source: Tax Records Total Units: 1 Acres: 1 SqFt Source: Tax Records Rentals Allowed: Yes Style: Single Family Year Built: 1958 Living Apx SqFt: 4008 Total Bedrooms: 5 Full Baths: 5 Half Baths: 1 Total Baths: 6

Remarks & Misc

Remarks – Consumer: OFFERED IN A LUXURY AUCTION! Experience unparalleled luxury at 400 South Street, the true Southernmost private residence in the Continental United States. This iconic Key West estate, winter home to esteemed American artist, the late Seward Johnson and his wife, seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern amenities. The expansive 4,008-square-foot concrete home, situated on a generous lot plus almost one acre of bay bottom, offers five bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms. Upon entering, the formal living room evokes the charm of the Hemingway era, leading to a sunlit Florida room with sliding glass doors that open to a vast outdoor oasis. The primary suite and two guest bedrooms are accessible via an elevator, each opening to a large balcony that provides panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The property boasts a magnificent 50 x 20-foot pool and ample lounging areas, perfect for enjoying ocean breezes and observing local birdlife. With its unique location adjacent to the iconic Southernmost Point buoy and proximity to Key West's vibrant attractions, this estate offers an unparalleled living experience. Additionally, a coveted transient license allows for nightly rentals, presenting a prime investment opportunity or the option for a lavish private or corporate compound. Designated Multifamily (could accommodate up to 8 residential units) and located in the historic commercial tourist district, the possibilities are vast for a savvy investor. Part of the property needs complete renovation and the 1930 SF seawall requires partial restoration. THE Southernmost House is a rare gem in the United States! Due diligence package available upon bid registration. Directions: Next to the Southernmost Buoy

Status Change Info

Sold Comments: Thank you John! Sold Date: 2025-04-25 Sold Price: $8,500,000 Status: Closed

Association Info

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

License Info

# of City License: 1 Transient Rntl Licns: Yes

Fee Includes

None: 1

Dockage

Dock: Other Dock Permit: Yes Seawall: Concrete

Tax Exemptions

Homestead: 1

Appliances

Dishwasher: 1 Freezer: 1 Gas Appliances: 1 Oven: 1 Range: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Stainless Steel Appliance(s): 1

Pets

Pets Allowed: 1

Cooling

Ceiling Fans(s): 1 Central Air: 1

Heating

Central: 1

Waterfront

Gulf Front: 1 Oceanfront: 1 Open Water: 1

Waterview

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

Floor

Combo: 1

Neighborhood Feature

Beach: 1 Bike Paths: 1

Interior Features

Cathedral Ceilings: 1 Elevator: 1 Sky Light(s): 1

Specialty Rooms

Sun/Florida Room: 1 Other: 1

Building Style

Above Flood: No Split Level: 1 Stories: 2 Stories

Windows/Doors

Aluminum Windows: 1 Sliding Glass Doors: 1

Vehicle Storage

Car(s): 2 Garage: 1 Open Parking: 1 Off Street Parking: 1

Construction

CBS: 1 Concrete: 1

Land Size

1/4 - 1/2 Acre: 1

Utilities

FKAA: 1 Municipal Sewer: 1 Propane: 1

Porch/Balcony

Deck: 1 Open Porch/Balcony: 1

Exterior Features

Fencing: 1

Pool Info

In Ground: 1 Concrete: 1

Roof

Metal Roof: 1

Shutters

Accordion: 1 Roll Down Electric: 1

Property Features

Fee Includes: None Tax Exemptions: Homestead Waterfront: Gulf Front; Oceanfront; Open Water Waterview: Bay/Gulf View; Ocean View; Open Water View Building Style: Split Level Vehicle Storage: Garage; Off Street Parking; Open Parking Cooling: Ceiling Fans(s); Central Air Heating: Central Utilities: FKAA; Municipal Sewer; Propane Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings; Elevator; Sky Light(s) Specialty Rooms: Sun/Florida Room; Other Appliances: Dishwasher; Freezer; Gas Appliances; Oven; Range; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Exterior Features: Fencing Pool Info: In Ground; Concrete Construction: CBS; Concrete Shutters: Accordion; Roll Down Electric Floor: Combo Roof: Metal Roof Pets: Pets Allowed Neighborhood Feature: Beach; Bike Paths Land Size: 1/4 - 1/2 Acre
Listing Office: Ocean Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: April - 28 - 2025
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