Discover your dream home in the coveted Sombrero Beach neighborhood of Marathon, FL! This elevated two-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom waterfront home offers the ultimate Florida Keys lifestyle with unmatched boating access. Situated on a deep canal, you'll have direct access to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico right from your backyard. Dock your boat at the private dockage, complete with a boat lift, and cruise to nearby waterfront restaurants for dock-and-dine experiences or live music. The home is perfectly designed for outdoor living, featuring an elevated screened porch that overlooks the lush backyard and canal, providing the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. With plenty of room to add a full-sized pool and a tiki hut, you can create your very own tropical oasis. Ample parking space is available for multiple vehicles, boats, trailers, and even an RV, making this property ideal for boating and outdoor enthusiasts. Inside, the main level offers two comfortable bedrooms and a bath, while the upper level provides a private bedroom and bath, perfect for family or guests. The home also boasts a large enclosed storage area under the home, perfect for all your tools and gear. Plus, with the property elevated well above flood level, you'll have peace of mind during storm season. Just a short walk to the famous Sombrero Beach Park, this home is also conveniently located near shopping, grocery stores, and restaurants. For those seeking adventure, the surrounding area offers miles of natural mangrove creeks, perfect for paddle boarding, kayaking, and fishing. Even on days with less-than-perfect sea conditions, you can enjoy boating in protected waters. This home is also an incredible investment opportunity, as 7-night rentals are allowed, making it ideal for Airbnb or as your personal vacation getaway. Experience the best of the Florida Keys at this exceptional waterfront property! Neighbor is building dock, the barge will move soon!
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
0.27 acresLot Size
$1,067Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Mark Gable• Engel & Völkers Marathon
Bought with Mark Cooper• Coastal Realty of South Florida
Enjoy the beautiful water views in this 3 beds 2 bath home! A boater's dream located in desirable Sombrero Beach. Comes with an elevator boat lift and metal roof installed in 2018! The screened in porch is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the views. Has an open floor plan and spacious lot, more than enough room for pool, 100ft+ wide canal, deep water, protected big boat dockage, ride your golf cart to the beach, let the kids play at the park, truly a great set up and one of the best priced waterfront homes in the area. Home is stilted and sits on a ¼ acre lot, Lots of room for parking and all the toys, Workshop/storage downstairs with covered porch on ground floor and main living area. A Must SEE! 7 day rentals allowed however This would make a great waterfront home to raise kids. You really can't beat the location. 1 block from the beach. Downstairs enclosure with large garage door opening to back yard very convenient for workshop and storage. Additonal storage shed on side of house and back yard is huge.
Public Records
Oct 16, 1992
Sold
$175,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
May 10, 1990
Sold
$175,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 29, 1987
Sold
$159,900
$114/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,207 (−3.5%)
$1,160,883 + $260,171
$1,421,054
2024
$13,693 (+6.6%)
$1,150,134 + $249,093
$1,399,227
2023
$12,839 (+261.9%)
$1,031,896 + $241,891
$1,273,787
2022
$3,548 (−0.4%)
2021
$3,561 (+2.4%)
2020
$3,479 (+2.0%)
2019
$3,412 (+4.4%)
2018
$3,269 (+1.8%)
2017
$3,211 (+2.8%)
2015
$3,123 (−1.1%)
2014
$3,159
Tax history for 495 Sombrero Beach Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,207 (−3.5%)
$1,160,883 + $260,171
$1,421,054
2024
$13,693 (+6.6%)
$1,150,134 + $249,093
$1,399,227
2023
$12,839 (+261.9%)
$1,031,896 + $241,891
$1,273,787
2022
$3,548 (−0.4%)
2021
$3,561 (+2.4%)
2020
$3,479 (+2.0%)
2019
$3,412 (+4.4%)
2018
$3,269 (+1.8%)
2017
$3,211 (+2.8%)
2015
$3,123 (−1.1%)
2014
$3,159
*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
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
936
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
1566 32 00104900000701
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
RH
Residential High District
The RH District is intended to establish areas of high-density residential uses characterized by multi-family dwellings and mobile homes designated within the Residential High RH future land use category on the Future Land Use Map FLUM.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Communications tower
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Vehicle Storage: Carport, Trailer Storage, Covered Parking, RV Parking Open, Off Street Parking
Building Style: Stilt Column Height: Medium - 5Ft - 9Ft
Construction: Frame
Roof: Metal Roof
Subdivision/Neighborhood
Subdivision: Sombrero Bch Village (49.5)
Marathon Neighborhood: Sombrero
Financial
Tax Information
Taxes: $12,838.76
Tax Year: 2,023
Tax Exemptions: None
Financial Information
Terms: Cash, FHA, VA, Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: FKAA, Elect Separate Meter, Cable Available, Municipal Sewer
Pre-Wired: Cable
Has Public Sewer Hook-up
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Association Info: 1st Right of Refusal: No
Association Info: Association Fee $: 0.00
Fee Includes: None
Location Information
Side: Ocean
Mile Marker: 49.50
Directions: US1 in Marathon, turn on Sombrero Beach Rd. between Publix and Winn Dixie, continue past the high school and property will be on the right.
Neighborhood Features
Beach, Bike Paths
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 936
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Monroe County
APN: 1566 32 00104900000701
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Stanley Switlik Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
4/10
Marathon School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
Heat Factor
We're working on getting current and accurate heat risk information for this home.
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.42M – $1.72M
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