13 Pirates Drive
Key Largo, FL 33037
MLS# 618777
1 beds | 2 baths | 730 sqft
Property DescriptionHome Sweet Home. Tucked beneath a canopy of tropical trees in the quiet Key Largo community of Pirates Cove, this charming island cottage is a place to slow down, create, and reconnect with nature. Set on an expansive 15,890-square-foot property, the home feels like a private botanical garden, where winding pathways, native plantings, and secluded outdoor spaces invite peaceful mornings and unhurried afternoons. Less than 500 feet from the salt waters of Florida Bay, the private community beach offers a place to swim, launch a kayak or paddleboard, and end the day with breathtaking Florida Keys sunsets. It is a neighborhood where life naturally unfolds outdoors. Inside, vaulted ceiling, impact windows and doors. The inviting island-inspired interior and bedroom that opens to its own garden patio create a comfortable and intimate living space. The screened porch, open courtyard, fire pit, and multiple outdoor gathering areas offer endless places to read, paint, write, entertain friends, or simply listen to the breeze through the palms. The oversized property provides room to dream, with space for a pool, artist's studio, guest cottage, garage, boat storage, or future expansion. Brick paver walkways, an outdoor shower, storage, and a dedicated laundry room add convenience while preserving the home's relaxed character. Pirates Cove is one of Key Largo's hidden gems, offering a voluntary neighborhood boat ramp and easy access to Florida Bay for boating, fishing, and exploring the backcountry waters, all while being just minutes from local restaurants, shops, and everyday conveniences. Whether you are an artist seeking inspiration, a nature lover searching for tranquility, or simply someone who appreciates the charm of a smaller home with an extraordinary sense of place, 13 Pirates Drive offers a rare opportunity to embrace the authentic, laid-back spirit of the Florida Keys.
Listing Board: Florida Keys
As is Rght to Inspct: No
Current Price: $689,000
Listing Date: 2026-02-23
City: KEY LARGO
Off Shore Island: No
Mile Marker: 98.5
Marathon Neighborhood: N/A
Side: Bay/Gulf
Flood Zone: AE, X
Alternate Key #: 1610658
Parcel #: 00494490-000000
Zoning: ISM - Improved Sub Masonry
Deed Restrictions: Yes
Legal: BK 12 LTS 2-3-4-5-6 PIRATES COVE PB3-18 KEY LARGO OR265-54/55 OR348-203/04 OR343-518 OR500-303 OR1505-1951 OR1582-967 OR
Taxes: 6523.02
Tax Year: 2025
Pub Sewer HkUp: Yes
Street #: 13
Street Name: Pirates
Street Suffix: Drive
Key/Island: Key Largo
State/Province: FL
Zip Code: 33037
County: Monroe
Subdivision: Pirates Cove (Key Largo) (98.5)
Area: 27 - Key Largo MM 97-107
Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Waterfront: No
Control Depth: 0
Lot SqFt: 15890
Pool: No
Lot Sqft Source: Tax Records
Total Units: 1
Acres: 0.37
SqFt Source: Tax Records
Rentals Allowed: With Restrictions
Min Rental Days: 30
Style: Single Family
Year Built: 1953
Living Apx SqFt: 730
Total Bedrooms: 1
Full Baths: 1
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 2
Remarks – Consumer: Home Sweet Home. Tucked beneath a canopy of tropical trees in the quiet Key Largo community of Pirates Cove, this charming island cottage is a place to slow down, create, and reconnect with nature. Set on an expansive 15,890-square-foot property, the home feels like a private botanical garden, where winding pathways, native plantings, and secluded outdoor spaces invite peaceful mornings and unhurried afternoons. Less than 500 feet from the salt waters of Florida Bay, the private community beach offers a place to swim, launch a kayak or paddleboard, and end the day with breathtaking Florida Keys sunsets. It is a neighborhood where life naturally unfolds outdoors. Inside, vaulted ceiling, impact windows and doors. The inviting island-inspired interior and bedroom that opens to its own garden patio create a comfortable and intimate living space. The screened porch, open courtyard, fire pit, and multiple outdoor gathering areas offer endless places to read, paint, write, entertain friends, or simply listen to the breeze through the palms. The oversized property provides room to dream, with space for a pool, artist's studio, guest cottage, garage, boat storage, or future expansion. Brick paver walkways, an outdoor shower, storage, and a dedicated laundry room add convenience while preserving the home's relaxed character. Pirates Cove is one of Key Largo's hidden gems, offering a voluntary neighborhood boat ramp and easy access to Florida Bay for boating, fishing, and exploring the backcountry waters, all while being just minutes from local restaurants, shops, and everyday conveniences. Whether you are an artist seeking inspiration, a nature lover searching for tranquility, or simply someone who appreciates the charm of a smaller home with an extraordinary sense of place, 13 Pirates Drive offers a rare opportunity to embrace the authentic, laid-back spirit of the Florida Keys.
Directions: US1 to MM98 bayside, Turn onto Francis Drake Drive and then right onto Pirates Dr.
Mandatory Home Owners Asc: No
Voluntary Home Owners Asc: Yes
1st Right of Refusal: No
Association Fee $: 250
Assoc/Mnt Fee Per: Yearly
Stainless Steel Appliance(s): 1
Washer: 1
Dade County Pine: 1
Granite Counter Top: 1
Above Flood: No
Ground Level: 1
Open Parking: 1
Off Street Parking: 1
No Seller Finance: 1
VA: 1
FKAA: 1
Municipal Sewer: 1
Patio: 1
Screened Patio: 1
Building Style: Ground Level
Vehicle Storage: Off Street Parking; Open Parking
Utilities: FKAA; Municipal Sewer
Interior Features: Dade County Pine; Granite Counter Top
Appliances: Dryer; Refrigerator; Stainless Steel Appliance(s); Washer
Exterior Features: Outdoor Shower; Shed; Storage
Construction: CBS; Concrete
Neighborhood Feature: Community Boat Ramp
Land Size: 1/4 - 1/2 Acre
Terms: Cash; Conventional; No Seller Finance; VA
Listing Office: American Caribbean Real Estate, Christie's International Real Estate
Last Updated: June - 18 - 2026
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