A Spacious, Historic Cottage in the Heart of Old Town by TERRY SCHMIDA KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE WRITER I t s been said that good things come in small packages. This is certainly the case with 4 Aronovitz Ln., a tastefully renovated, surprisingly spacious Conch cottage, located on a quiet, secluded lane in Old Town. This historic charmer was built around the turn of the last century, and features three full bedrooms and baths. One of the bedrooms is located in a large loft overlooking the home s great room. The loft is in addition to the cottage s 1,178 square feet of listed space, on the 1,994 square-foot lot. The exceptionally roomy and comfortable single-family house has Continued on next page. 4 Aronovitz Ln. is located on a quiet street in Old Town Key West. The interior of this shotgun house contains many of the original architectural features, such as wooden beams, and Dade County pine wall. The front bedroom features a vaulted ceiling, separate access to the front porch, and a full bathroom. KONK Life Real Estate www.konklife.com MARCH 2017
1 A Spacious, Historic Cottage in the Heart of Old Town Continued The second bedroom is bright and airy, with its own bathroom. The great room has plenty of natural light, and space for entertaining or relaxing. been remodeled and improved upon over the years, but still retains the lovely Dade County pine walls, the tin-shingled roof, and beautiful wooden beams and floors that are hallmarks of quaint old Key West homes. Modern comforts, such as central air-conditioning, have been added to ensure convenient living. The structure s front door opens to a large bedroom suite, with high, vaulted ceilings, a full bathroom, and lots of living and closet space. With its private entrance and inviting front porch, this room could be used as a mother-in-law
2 The galley kitchen has plenty of space for cooking, cleaning, and storage, with an ensuite laundry area. The loft bedroom suite contains a full bathroom. suite, or simply integrated into the rest of the house. Another good-sized bedroom, with full bath and ample closet space is located down the hall on the first floor. Gourmet cooks will love the galley kitchen, with its tile floor, plenty of natural light and food preparation space. Immediately adjacent is the home s stunning great room, which features plenty of space for relaxing or entertaining, and interesting artistic details, such as a colored glass window and a palm tree frieze. Continued on next page.
A Spacious, Historic Cottage in the Heart of Old Town Continued 3 4 From the great room French doors opens onto a cozy but sizable rear outdoor area. This fenced-in space is currently decked, but is large enough for the installation for a hot tub, an outdoor bar, or some other recreational possibility. Tropical landscaping contributes to that laid-back island feel that has helped make the Southernmost City famous. With its bright and airy feel, and excellent downtown location, this cottage would be perfect for a vacation house or second home, or as an investment/rental property. Aronovitz Lane is a charming street located just ½ block from Duval Street, and close to all the dining, nightlife, and entertainment amenities that make Old Town such a unique district. It s within walking or biking distance of everything Key West has to offer, but just in case, there are residential parking spaces adjacent on the lane. 4 Aronovitz Ln. is being offered at $675,000. For more information, or to schedule a showing, call listing agent Stacy Stahl at 305-292-1922 or 305-731-9510, email her at stacy@ keywestcondos.com or visit http:// www.keywestcondos.com Konk Life welcomes subjects for other articles about Keys homes currently for sale. Contact Guy deboer at (305) 296-1630, (305) 766-5832, email guydeboer@ konknet.com, or contact Sarah Sandnes at (305) 731-3223, email konklifesandnes@gmail.com. The rear outdoor area offers pleasant landscaping, and room for additional entertainment amenities.
MEET THE REALTORS Jon and Janine Seibert are a husband-and-wife team by TERRY SCHMIDA KONK LIFE REAL ESTATE WRITER For Key Westers Jon and Janine Seibert, selling real estate is a family affair. The two Realtors moved to the Southernmost City from the snowy plains of Iowa 4 years ago, and have since made a name for themselves working as a partnership out of the offices of Century 21 Schwartz Realty. We both work on all aspects of a deal, Janine Seibert said. I guess if there is a division of labor, I tend to concentrate more on the organizational and marketing aspects of what we do, while Jon is a great negotiator. But we work hand-in-hand on everything we do. Both Seiberts bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the job. Janine has worked in the field for more than 24 years, and is a licensed Realtor in both Florida and Iowa. She has achieved the coveted Certified Residential Specialist status, and is a past co-owner of her own real estate firm. She is an award-winning sales associate, and has earned President s Awards, Gold Achievement Award, Top Listing and Top Sales Awards, and numerous other designations during her career. Jon Seibert is a licensed Realtor in Florida, Iowa, and Arizona, and values hard work and fair play in his business dealings. An award-winning agent with 33 years experience, Jon has participated in thousands of transactions over the years, and has attained a level of experience rarely matched in the industry. In Key West, both Seiberts have found a personal and professional home. I enjoy the history of Key West, and all the historic homes, which are a contrast from the real estate for sale in Iowa, Jon said. Also, I enjoy the fact that Key West is a vacation town, and we get to meet and work with people from all over the globe. His wife concurs. One of my favorite aspects of selling property in Key West and the Lower Keys is the delight of discovering what is behind the hedges and fences of the homes we show, and the fact that no two homes are ever the same, Janine said. I love the look on a buyer s face when we have found their new home. When they re not working, both Seiberts take full advantage of the benefits of daysoff in Key West. I enjoy yard therapy since the plant life is very different from the Midwest, Jon said. Boating and spending time exploring the reef and sandbars is one of my favorite hobbies. For Janine, the climate is also a big draw. I enjoy the fact that I can take advantage of the weather and my love for running and biking every day of the year, she said. Completing 16 half-marathons and numerous 5Ks, 10Ks, and 20Ks, and a few duathalons, has been my hobby for the past several years. On the civic side, the couple supports such organizations as the Key West Business Guild, and AIDS Help, Inc. The Seiberts have sponsored the last three Fantasy Fest King, Queen, and Duke candidates, and also support, the Cooking with Love program, Girls Night Out, and the Southernmost Coconut Castaways. Being relatively new to Key West, we also enjoy entertaining our many visitors from the snowy north, Jon said. For more information, or to view Jon and Janine Seibert s listings, visit their office at 211 Simonton St., call 305-433-0552, or visit http://seibertrealtygroup.c21.com/
Featured Home Locations 3 2 4 Big Pine Key Sugarloaf Key 1 Key Haven 5 7 6 Stock Island Featured Homes Viewed by Appointment Map # Address #BR/BA Listing Agent Phone Number 1 2 16750 Old State Road 4A, Sugarloaf Key 6BR/4.1BA ChelleBe Blades, Realty Executives Key West 305-394-4750 305-501-4229 823 Georgia St., Key West 3BR/2.5BA Bascom Grooms, Bascom Grooms Real Estate 305-304-7444 3 4 5 6 7 1400 20th St., Key West 3BR/1BA The Taporowski Team, Florida Keys Real Estate Co. 305-292-1922 907 White St., #5, Key West 1BR/1BA The Taporowski Team, Florida Keys Real Estate Co. 305-292-1922 713 Emma St., #4, Key West 3BR/2.5BA Doug Mayberry, Doug Mayberry Real Estate 305-292-6155 110 Freedom Ln, Big Pine Key 3BR/2BA Doug Mayberry, Doug Mayberry Real Estate 305-292-6155 1404 Whalton St., Key West 3BR/3.5BA Doug Mayberry, Doug Mayberry Real Estate 305-292-6155 KONK Life Real Estate www.konklife.com MARCH 2017
Key West Association of REALTORS keywestrealtors.org Phone (305) 296-8259 Fax (305) 296-2701 Listing Office Selling Office Sold Date List Price Sold Price Street # Street Name Key/Island Year Built Style Total Beds Wtrfrnt MM Key West Coldwell Banker Schmitt RE/MAX All Keys 1/27/17 $ 749,000.00 $ 739,000.00 277 Golf Club Dr Key West 1999 Single Fam 3 No 5 Beachfront Realty Truman & Co. 1/27/17 $ 625,000.00 $ 610,000.00 718 Windsor Ln Key West 1933 Single Fam 3 No 1 Buy The Keys Coldwell Banker Schmitt 1/27/17 $ 888,000.00 $ 860,000.00 1075 Duval St, R7 Key West 1987 Condo 2 No 1 Truman & Co. Truman & Co. 1/27/17 $ 825,000.00 $ 815,000.00 518 Porter Ln Key West 1994 Townhouse 2 No 0 BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 1/30/17 $ 4,821.49 $ 114,000.00 604 Duval St, B Key West 1901 Commercial 0 No 1 Doug Mayberry Real Estate Doug Mayberry Real Estate 1/30/17 $ 530,000.00 $ 490,000.00 422 Amelia St, #2 Key West 1928 Condo 1 No 1 Century 21 All Keys Century 21 All Keys 1/30/17 $1,295,000.00 $1,220,000.00 1315 Whitehead St, #4 Key West 1942 Single Fam 4 No 0.5 Doug Mayberry Real Estate BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 1/31/17 $ 709,000.00 $ 692,000.00 1310 Royal St Key West 1948 Single Fam 3 No 1 Compass Realty Truman & Co. 1/31/17 $ 599,900.00 $ 592,000.00 620 Thomas St, #193 Key West 1991 Condo 2 No 1 Coldwell Banker Schmitt Coldwell Banker Schmitt 1/31/17 $ 519,000.00 $ 515,000.00 1114 17th Trc Key West 1967 Single Fam 3 No 4 Engel & Voelkers Florida Keys Engel & Voelkers Florida Keys 1/31/17 $5,000,000.00 $5,000,000.00 293 Sunset Key Dr Key West 2008 Single Fam 3 Yes 0 Bascom Grooms Real Estate Royal Palms Realty 2/1/17 $ 395,000.00 $ 392,500.00 3029 Roosevelt Blvd, #10 Key West 2002 Townhouse 2 No 3 Royal Palms Realty Royal Palms Realty 2/1/17 $ 670,000.00 $ 670,000.00 2107 Flagler Ave Key West 1958 Single Fam 4 No 3 Bascom Grooms Real Estate Key West Luxury Real Estate 2/1/17 $ 489,000.00 $ 487,500.00 3029 Roosevelt Blvd, #18 Key West 2002 Townhouse 2 No 2 Century 21 Schwartz Compass Realty 2/1/17 $ 389,900.00 $ 383,500.00 67 Spoonbill Wy, #1 Key West 2000 Townhouse 2 No 5 Compass Realty Compass Realty 2/1/17 $ 929,000.00 $ 860,000.00 101 Front St, #20 Key West 1995 Townhouse 2 No 0 Buy The Keys Buy The Keys 2/1/17 $ 495,000.00 $ 425,000.00 3625 Seaside Dr #25308 Key West 2001 Condo 1 No 3 Buy The Keys Buy The Keys 2/1/17 $ 495,000.00 $ 425,000.00 3625 Seaside Dr #25208 Key West 2001 Condo 1 No 3 RE/MAX Keys Connection RE/MAX Keys Connection 2/2/17 $ 17,000.00 $ 630,543.00 423 Duval St, C Key West 1953 Commercial 0 No 0.5 Bascom Grooms Real Estate Conch Realty 2/2/17 $ 550,000.00 $ 547,000.00 2520 Patterson Ave Key West 1963 Single Fam 3 No 0 Coldwell Banker Schmitt Century 21 Schwartz Realty 2/3/17 $ 519,000.00 $ 490,000.00 155 Golf Club Dr Key West 1996 Townhouse 3 No 5 BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 2/3/17 $ 3,479.67 $ 209,044.46 2504 Roosevelt Blvd Key West 1958 Commercial 0 No 2 Truman & Co. Preferred Properties 2/3/17 $1,060,000.00 $ 987,500.00 909 Eaton St Key West 1958 Single Fam 3 No 1 Beach Club Brokers Inc Preferred Properties 2/3/17 $1,295,000.00 $1,125,000.00 1525 Von Phister St Key West 1947 Single Fam 3 No 2 Truman & Co. Century 21 Schwartz 2/3/17 $ 859,000.00 $ 859,000.00 805 Catherine St Key West 1933 Single Fam 4 No 1 Doug Mayberry Real Estate Coldwell Banker Schmitt 2/6/17 $ 489,000.00 $ 480,000.00 2601 Roosevelt Blvd, #207A Key West 1967 Condo 1 No 2.5 Sellstate Island Properties Southernmost Realty 2/7/17 $ 556,400.00 $ 625,000.00 908 Trinity Dr, #4 Key West 2005 Townhouse 3 No 1 Truman & Co. Buy The Keys 2/10/17 $ 569,000.00 $ 532,500.00 715 Chapman Ln Key West 1928 Single Fam 2 No 1 Anchor Line Realty Truman & Co. 2/10/17 $ 648,000.00 $ 620,000.00 840 Olivia St Key West 1928 Single Fam 3 No 1 BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 2/14/17 $ 1,800.00 $ 20,700.00 803 Whitehead St, #1 Key West 1913 Commercial 0 No 1 Doug Mayberry Real Estate BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 2/15/17 $ 899,000.00 $ 879,000.00 1118 Eaton St Key West 1925 Single Fam 3 No 1 BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty Cosgrove Realty 2/15/17 $1,195,000.00 $1,150,000.00 821-823 Whitehead St Key West 1928 Commercial 0 No 1 RE/MAX Keys Connection Coldwell Banker Schmitt 2/15/17 $ 350,000.00 $ 350,000.00 3675 Seaside Dr, #233 Key West 2000 Condo 2 No 3 Truman & Co. BHHS Knight & Gardner Realty 2/17/17 $ 359,000.00 $ 350,000.00 2427 Patterson Ave Key West 1918 Single Fam 1 No 3 Key West Properties Coldwell Banker Schmitt 2/17/17 $ 769,000.00 $ 740,000.00 1800 Atlantic Blvd, #A102 Key West 1985 Condo 2 Yes 2 Coldwell Banker Schmitt Coldwell Banker Schmitt 2/17/17 $ 514,000.00 $ 500,000.00 1536 5th St Key West 1967 Single Fam 3 No 2 Royal Palms Realty Key West Luxury Real Estate 2/17/17 $ 599,950.00 $ 576,000.00 1407 White St Key West 1943 Single Fam 2 No 2 Buy The Keys Doug Mayberry Real Estate 2/21/17 $ 549,000.00 $ 510,000.00 2026 Staples Ave Key West 1950 Single Fam 4 No 3 Doug Mayberry Real Estate Key West Luxury Real Estate 2/21/17 $ 925,000.00 $ 910,000.00 1408 Petronia Key West 1900 Single Fam 3 No 2 Truman & Co. Truman & Co. 2/22/17 $3,875,000.00 $3,483,750.00 910-914 Watson St Key West 1929 Single Fam 5 No 1 Dolberry Realty Keys Commercial Real Estate 2/23/17 $ 375,000.00 $ 375,000.00 901 Catherine St Key West 1938 Single Fam 3 No 1 Based on information from the KWAR MLS for January 27 thru February 23, 2017 Good Deeds Sponsored by 5 6 7