This is the ultimate living experience. You get all Historic Key West has to offer, but are tucked away on your own private island paradise. Access to Sunset Key is by the island ferry which runs 24 hours a day, but is only a 4 minute boat ride. Have all the fun you can stand in Key West, but then come home to absolute peace and quiet. Have your own Sunset Party from your covered roof top observation deck. The island has all the conveniences of a world class luxury resort, including three beaches within a minutes walk, a full service spa, golf cart parking, gourmet restaurant, tennis courts, and much more. Ample covered parking is available at discounted rates in the Opal Resort parking garage. For a truly unique and eye opening experience, call now and make an appointment for a private grand tour of the island. You will be glad you did!
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
5,129 sq ftLot Size
$1,537Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Cardenas & Krug Cardenas & Krug Team• Ocean Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Robert Cardenas• Ocean Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Cardenas & Krug Cardenas & Krug Team• Ocean Sotheby's International Realty
The only three bedroom interior home available at one of Key West's most desirable addresses. 51 Sunset Key Drive is an absolutely bright and airy home on the private island of Sunset Key. The open floor plan features a living area and kitchen with full bath and breakfast bar. Be dazzled by the first floor home theater with sparkling twilight ceiling that could be an office or the third bedroom. Relax in the numerous outdoor seating areas or rear & side covered porches then take a dip in your private sun splashed pool. Upstairs features two ensuite bedrooms with private porches that overlook the picturesque professional landscaped gardens that features tropical fruit trees. From the third floor overlook enjoy panoramic views of the open water and mangrove islands and the charm of Historic Old Town Key West in the distance. Sunset Key is the ultimate in Luxury living with its white sandy beaches, tennis, spa, waterfront dinning and Bougainvillea laced homes accented with Hibiscus trees.
FLKMLS #104586
May 15, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jan 12, 2007
Listed
$3,100,000
$1,615/sq ft
FLKMLS #120837
Jan 26, 2017
Sold
$2,775,000
$1,445/sq ft
Dec 31, 2014
Listed
$2,850,000
$1,484/sq ft
MARMLS #A2150008
Jan 26, 2017
Sold
$2,775,000
$1,445/sq ft
Dec 1, 2014
Listed
$2,850,000
$1,484/sq ft
FLKMLS #106237
Jan 14, 2008
Sold
$2,850,000
$1,484/sq ft
Jul 25, 2007
Listed
$3,100,000
$1,615/sq ft
FLKMLS #100743
May 9, 2006
Sold
$2,500,000
$1,302/sq ft
Jan 13, 2006
Listed
$2,795,000
$1,456/sq ft
FLKMLS #92776
Feb 7, 2005
Sold
$1,674,934
$872/sq ft
Nov 4, 2003
Listed
$1,450,000
$755/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,980 (−27.5%)
$1,834,643 + $610,546
$2,445,189
2025
$27,563 (+8.4%)
$2,563,474 + $739,899
$3,303,373
2024
$25,430 (−0.7%)
$2,236,757 + $807,989
$3,044,746
2023
$25,599 (+28.2%)
$2,236,757 + $782,968
$3,019,725
2022
$19,974 (−2.8%)
2021
$20,544 (+1.7%)
2020
$20,204 (−1.3%)
$1,502,900 + $815,174
$2,318,074
2019
$20,468 (+5.5%)
$1,502,900 + $815,174
$2,318,074
2018
$19,408 (+11.1%)
$1,457,662 + $662,386
$2,120,048
2017
$17,476 (−7.4%)
$1,256,605 + $615,232
$1,871,837
2015
$18,869 (+2.9%)
$1,317,092 + $465,276
$1,782,368
2014
$18,339
Tax history for 51 Sunset Key Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,980 (−27.5%)
$1,834,643 + $610,546
$2,445,189
2025
$27,563 (+8.4%)
$2,563,474 + $739,899
$3,303,373
2024
$25,430 (−0.7%)
$2,236,757 + $807,989
$3,044,746
2023
$25,599 (+28.2%)
$2,236,757 + $782,968
$3,019,725
2022
$19,974 (−2.8%)
2021
$20,544 (+1.7%)
2020
$20,204 (−1.3%)
$1,502,900 + $815,174
$2,318,074
2019
$20,468 (+5.5%)
$1,502,900 + $815,174
$2,318,074
2018
$19,408 (+11.1%)
$1,457,662 + $662,386
$2,120,048
2017
$17,476 (−7.4%)
$1,256,605 + $615,232
$1,871,837
2015
$18,869 (+2.9%)
$1,317,092 + $465,276
$1,782,368
2014
$18,339
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,127 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,984
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
3667 24 00000200000551
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 12, 2026.
HPRD
Historic Planned Redevelopment And Development District
The historic planned redevelopment and development district HPRD is established to implement comprehensive plan policies for areas designated HPRD on the comprehensive plan future land use map. The HPRD district shall provide a management framework for directing future redevelopment in several redeveloping fringe areas within and outside the review area of the historic architectural review commission.; The HPRD district includes the Truman Annex project, including Sunset Island. The HPRD district shall provide a basis for encouraging additional development and redevelopment activities in other areas. Such new development and redevelopment shall be designed to advance the goals, objectives and policies of the comprehensive plan. For instance, the HPRD district shall promote the following: Historic preservation.; Neighborhood facility improvements.; Architectural and urban design amenities which are consistent with the traditional Old Town historic character and which further subarea design and improvement strategies.; An increased supply of affordable housing which is accessible to targeted income groups over a longterm period.; Off-site parking facilities, including parking structures at strategically located areas through contributions to a special parking fund to be established to assist in financing construction of off-site centrally located parking facilities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Office
Oct 10, 2023 • Final
Roofing
Roofing
Mar 21, 2023 • Final
Renovation exterior
Remove existing exterior decking and replace it with new PVC composite decking.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Vehicle Storage: Garage, Covered Parking, Off Street Parking
Vehicle Storage: Car(s): 4+
Interior
Interior Features
Flooring: Wood Floor, Marble
Windows/Doors: French Doors, Impact Rstnce Window, Impact Rstnce Doors, Aluminum Windows