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$1,185,000
1016 Varela Street Rear
Key West, FL 33040
MLS# 619952
3 beds  |  3 baths  |  1306 sqft


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Property Description
Tucked quietly behind neighboring homes in the heart of Key West, 1016 Varela St. Rear offers privacy, flexibility and an exceptional walkable lifestyle. From this convenient location, you can easily walk to beaches, restaurants, coffee shops and the local grocery store, allowing you to enjoy the best of Key West without a car. Originally built in the early 1920's this historic home has been thoughtfully renovated, with the most recent renovations in 2024, blending the historic character with modern updates throughout. Interior features an updated kitchen with smart appliances, new updated bathrooms and beautiful hardwood floors, creating a comfortable and move-in ready space. Impact windows and doors provide both storm protection and excellent sound insulation. The property is accessed by a walkway that leads past neighboring homes, creating a quiet and private setting, that feels tucked away from the street while still being close to everything Old Town has to offer. A welcoming front porch provides a peaceful place to relax, while the backyard offers space for a future pool, storage and lots of warm Key West sunshine. A separate second-Floor apartment mother in law Suite provides additional flexibility, ideal for visiting family, adult children or potential rental income while maintaining privacy between living spaces. The apartment can be accessed by a second property entrance via Watson Lane ideal if using as a rental. For those that qualify, this property offers an assumable VA mortgage at very competitive rates. 1016 Varela St. Rear offers that rare combination of historic charm, modern updates and a location that truly captures the convenience of Old Town living.

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Contract Information
Listing Board: Key West Association
Potential Short Sale: No
Bank Owned: No
Current Price: $1,185,000
Listing Date: 2026-05-18
List Price: $1,185,000
Location, Tax & Legal
KW Neighborhood: Old Town-S of Truman
Unit #: Rear
City: KEY WEST
Mile Marker: 1
Marathon Neighborhood: N/A
Side: Median
Flood Zone: 0.2 PCT ANNUAL CHANC
Alternate Key #: 9104094
Handicap Access: No
Parcel #: 00032610-000320
Zoning: HMDR - Historic Medium Density Residential
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
Legal: Kw Gwynn Sub 0-195 Pt Lot 19 Sqr. 1 Tr 13 (A/K/A Parcel B 1016 Varela Townhomes)
Taxes: 7823.67
Tax Year: 2025
Pub Sewer HkUp: Yes
Street #: 1016
Street Name: Varela
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
Waterfront: No
Control Depth: 0
Lot Size: X
Lot SqFt: 2218
Pool: No
Acres: 0.03
SqFt Source: Property Data Card
Rentals Allowed: With Restrictions
Min Rental Days: 28
Style: Single Family
Year Built: 1924
Living Apx SqFt: 1306
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 3
Total Baths: 3
Remarks & Misc
Remarks – Consumer: Tucked quietly behind neighboring homes in the heart of Key West, 1016 Varela St. Rear offers privacy, flexibility and an exceptional walkable lifestyle. From this convenient location, you can easily walk to beaches, restaurants, coffee shops and the local grocery store, allowing you to enjoy the best of Key West without a car. Originally built in the early 1920's this historic home has been thoughtfully renovated, with the most recent renovations in 2024, blending the historic character with modern updates throughout. Interior features an updated kitchen with smart appliances, new updated bathrooms and beautiful hardwood floors, creating a comfortable and move-in ready space. Impact windows and doors provide both storm protection and excellent sound insulation. The property is accessed by a walkway that leads past neighboring homes, creating a quiet and private setting, that feels tucked away from the street while still being close to everything Old Town has to offer. A welcoming front porch provides a peaceful place to relax, while the backyard offers space for a future pool, storage and lots of warm Key West sunshine. A separate second-Floor apartment mother in law Suite provides additional flexibility, ideal for visiting family, adult children or potential rental income while maintaining privacy between living spaces. The apartment can be accessed by a second property entrance via Watson Lane ideal if using as a rental. For those that qualify, this property offers an assumable VA mortgage at very competitive rates. 1016 Varela St. Rear offers that rare combination of historic charm, modern updates and a location that truly captures the convenience of Old Town living.
Association Info
Mandatory Home Owners Asc: Yes
1st Right of Refusal: No
Association Fee $: 0
Assoc/Mnt Fee Per: Yearly
License Info
# of City License: 1
Fee Includes
None: 1
Dockage
None: 1
Tax Exemptions
None: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Microwave: 1
Oven: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Stainless Steel Appliance(s): 1
Washer: 1
Pets
Pets Allowed: 1
Cooling
Ceiling Fans(s): 1
Ductless: 1
Waterfront
None: 1
Waterview
No Waterview: 1
Floor
Wood: 1
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceilings: 1
Fire Sprinkler: 1
Quartz Countertops: 1
Smoke Alarms: 1
Property Condition
Updated/Remodeled: 1
Building Style
Above Flood: Yes
Conch: 1
Stories: 2 Stories
Construction
CBS: 1
Frame: 1
Land Size
Less Than 1/4 Acre: 1
Furnished
Unfurnished: 1
Utilities
FKAA: 1
Municipal Sewer: 1
Well: 1
Porch/Balcony
Deck: 1
Open Porch/Balcony: 1
Pre-Wired
Cable: 1
Roof
Metal Roof: 1
Financial Status
Bank Owned: No
Potential Short Sale: No
Standard Sale: Yes
Status Change Info
Status: Active
Property Features
Fee Includes: None
Tax Exemptions: None
Waterfront: None
Waterview: No Waterview
Dockage: None
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Building Style: Conch
Furnished: Unfurnished
Cooling: Ceiling Fans(s); Ductless
Utilities: FKAA; Municipal Sewer; Well
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings; Fire Sprinkler; Quartz Countertops; Smoke Alarms
Pre-Wired: Cable
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Oven; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer
Construction: CBS; Frame
Floor: Wood
Roof: Metal Roof
Pets: Pets Allowed
Land Size: Less Than 1/4 Acre
Room Information
Room Name Length Length Width Width
Bedroom 2
Kitchen11.7011.7012.9612.96
Living Room13.2913.2921.3721.37
Bedroom 124.8224.8213.7213.72

Listing Office: Suzanne Moore Real Estate

Last Updated: May - 18 - 2026

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