Buying or selling a home in Key West is about more than the property. It is about understanding the island, the neighborhood and the details that can make one home very different from another.
Whether you are buying your first Key West home, searching for a second home or preparing to sell a property you have loved for years, local knowledge matters.
For more than two decades, Brenda Donnelly Real Estate has helped clients navigate the Key West market with experience, personal service and an understanding of what makes this island unique.
We don’t sell homes. We curate lifestyles.
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Find Your Place in Key West
Every Key West neighborhood offers something different.
Old Town
Historic architecture, tree-lined streets and the quintessential Key West lifestyle.
Casa Marina
Gracious homes, tropical landscaping and a residential setting near the Atlantic and Old Town.
Truman Annex
A gated community with beautifully landscaped surroundings close to downtown and the waterfront.
The Meadows
A charming residential neighborhood near Old Town with historic architecture and a quieter neighborhood feel.
Sunset Key
Private-island living just offshore from Key West, offering privacy and a distinctive waterfront lifestyle.
Midtown & New Town
Residential neighborhoods outside the historic center offering a different style of Key West living, with many properties featuring more indoor and outdoor space.
Key West Golf Club
A gated residential community surrounding the Key West Golf Club on Stock Island, just outside Key West.
Key Haven
A waterfront community just outside Key West known for canal-front and boating-oriented properties.
Sugarloaf Key & the Lower Keys
More room, waterfront opportunities and a relaxed Keys lifestyle beyond Key West.
What Buyers & Sellers Should Know
Key West real estate comes with considerations you may not encounter in other markets.
Historic Properties
Properties in Key West’s Historic District are subject to HARC requirements for exterior changes. Some contributing properties outside the Historic District can also fall under HARC jurisdiction. Whether you are considering renovations before buying or preparing a property for sale, understanding the property’s status is important.
Flood & Insurance
Flood zones, elevation and insurance considerations vary by property. The City of Key West currently holds a Class 5 rating through FEMA’s Community Rating System. Eligible National Flood Insurance Program policies may receive CRS discounts based on the property’s flood zone and policy eligibility.
Condominiums
When buying or selling a condominium, association finances, reserves, insurance, governing documents and any applicable structural reports can be important parts of the transaction.
Property Taxes
A buyer’s future property-tax bill may be different from the seller’s current bill. Property taxes are based on taxable value and applicable millage rates, and exemptions and assessment limitations may also affect the amount owed.
Every property is different. We help our clients identify the questions that need to be asked and connect them with the appropriate local professionals when specialized expertise is needed.
Buying in Key West
Finding the right Key West home starts with understanding how you want to live.
Walk to dinner from Old Town. Spend your mornings on the water. Find more space in the Lower Keys. Enjoy the privacy of a gated community.
We help buyers understand the neighborhoods, evaluate properties and navigate the details that come with purchasing real estate in the Keys.
Looking for your place in Key West? Let’s start the conversation.
Selling in Key West
No two Key West properties are exactly alike, and they should not be marketed as though they are.
Location, architecture, outdoor living, waterfront access, historic character and the lifestyle surrounding a home can all contribute to how a property is positioned in the market.
We combine local market knowledge with professional photography, video, digital marketing and thoughtful storytelling to showcase your property.
From pricing and preparation through offers and closing, we are with you throughout the process.
Thinking about selling? Let’s talk about your property.
Let’s Talk
Whether you are ready to buy, thinking about selling or simply want to understand the Key West real estate market, we would love to hear from you.
We don’t sell homes. We curate lifestyles.
Brenda Donnelly Real Estate
1119 White Street
Key West, Florida 33040
305.304.1116
brenda@brendadonnelly.com
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