Inspired by the Hemingway House, this home brings a “Key West State of Mind” to Sebastian. Near the river, gentle breezes embrace the lush grounds adorned with bamboo & walking paths. Bright interior filled with character & gentle hues. Main level living quarters has master bedroom, 2nd level loft, two bedrooms, one called "Ruby’s Room”. Detached dream cottage “Gate House” with AC loft.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
1.08 acresLot Size
1 spaceParking
Listed by Susan Maitner• Coldwell Banker Paradise
Contact: 772-589-7777
Bought with Sarah Munkacsy• Coldwell Banker Paradise
Inspired by the Hemingway House, this welcoming refuge brings the “Key West State of Mind” to Sebastian. Located near the river, you benefit from the gentle breezes embracing the lush grounds adorned with bamboo, walking paths and the sound of soothing wind chimes. The immaculate, well-lit interior is filled with character and gentle hues. The main level has the living quarters and master bedroom. The second level includes a loft and two bedrooms, one called “Ruby’s Room” that looks out onto the crystal clear pool. There is also a detached vacation dream house called the “Gate House” which has a spacious, air-conditioned loft. You will be embraced by this beautiful, serene, special property.
Public Records
Jun 4, 2001
Sold
$175,000
Public Records
Jul 6, 1998
Sold
$185,000
Public Records
Dec 1, 1986
Sold
$83,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,102 (+7.8%)
2024
$3,804 (+4.4%)
2023
$3,643 (+12.1%)
2022
$3,250 (+0.3%)
2021
$3,241 (+0.4%)
2020
$3,228 (−0.2%)
2019
$3,234 (+0.8%)
2018
$3,207 (+19.7%)
2017
$2,678 (+1.3%)
2016
$2,643 (−0.6%)
2014
$2,659
Tax history for 13895 Ruffner Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,102 (+7.8%)
2024
$3,804 (+4.4%)
2023
$3,643 (+12.1%)
2022
$3,250 (+0.3%)
2021
$3,241 (+0.4%)
2020
$3,228 (−0.2%)
2019
$3,234 (+0.8%)
2018
$3,207 (+19.7%)
2017
$2,678 (+1.3%)
2016
$2,643 (−0.6%)
2014
$2,659
*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
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
205 ft.
Lot depth
228 ft.
Lot size
1.08 Acres
Year renovated
1995
Sq. Ft.
1,598
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Indian River County
APN
30382500009000200003.0
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
RS-6
Single-Family Residential Districts
The single-family districts are established to implement the policies of the Indian River County Comprehensive Plan for managing land designated for residential uses, providing single-family housing opportunities, and ensuring adequate public facilities to meet the needs of residents. These districts are also intended to implement the county's housing policies by providing opportunities for a varied and diverse housing supply.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
May 25, 2023 • Final
Various trades residential
Connect the sanitary line from the sewer tap to the house.
Plumbing
May 24, 2023 • Final
Lift station residential
Install a lift station attached to a new sewer line.
Electrical
Plumbing
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