Step into a home with history. This fully furnished, renovated 1920 cottage near Downtown Stuart is warm, private & full of authentic character, with original wood floors, arched openings & timeless cottage charm. Offering 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths plus flexible bonus space for a guest sleeping area or home office, it has approx. 1,130 sq. ft. under air. No HOAenjoy it year-round, as a winter retreat or investment property with short- or long-term rental potential. The .18-acre fenced yard adds privacy & possibilities: R-3 zoning may allow additional units & improvementsor create your own backyard oasis with a pool. Updated baths, metal roof, 2026 water heater & 2025 HVAC add modern comfort. Minutes to downtown, dining, shops & the St. Lucie River. Professional photos next weekmore coming! Minutes to downtown, dining, shops & the St. Lucie River. This charming Downtown Stuart cottage offers far more than its 1920 year built might suggest. Filled with natural light from 13 windows, each with custom blinds, the home feels bright, warm & welcoming throughout. Original wood floors, graceful arched openings, new interior wood doors, paneled walls, painted wood ceilings, custom built-in bookcases in the living room & Bahama-blue exterior shutters all add to its authentic cottage character. Extensive renovations over the yearsincluding substantial improvements reflected in the property's 1990 effective yearbring modern comfort while preserving the personality that makes this home so special. Both bedrooms feature their own beautifully renovated en-suite baths, each with custom walk-in showers, updated vanities & thoughtfully designed cabinetry and wardrobe-style storage. An additional half bath provides convenience for guests. More recent improvements include fresh interior paint, remote-controlled ceiling fans, 2025 HVAC & a 2026 water heater. The spacious kitchen offers abundant counter space, warm wood cabinetry, a pantry, separate storage closet & new LG refrigerator. While not recently remodeled like the bathrooms, its generous layout provides excellent functionality today with plenty of opportunity for a future owner to personalize it and create the kitchen they've always wanted. The large, private fenced backyard is another standout feature, with mature landscaping, fruit trees & plenty of space for outdoor entertaining, gardening or a future pool. A separate shed houses the full-size washer & dryer and functions as a dedicated laundry/utility space with electric, water, hanging space & folding area. An additional covered outdoor storage area provides convenient space for lawn equipment, tools & outdoor gear, plus a dedicated kayak rack. Two separate driveways provide unusually generous off-street parking for a home this close to Downtown Stuart, with room to comfortably accommodate 5 or more vehiclesa valuable feature in an area where many homes have limited or street-only parking. The home is being sold fully furnished with quality cottage-style furnishings that complement its character beautifully, making it a truly turnkey option for a full-time home, winter retreat or investment property ready for immediate use. Located in Flood Zone X, with flood insurance not currently required by the seller's lender. A wind mitigation inspection has been completed, and the Bahama shutters provide added storm protection while enhancing the home's authentic Florida cottage style. Seller reports favorable current insurance costs as well as low utility bills. Buyers should independently verify insurance requirements, coverage, premiums & utility costs. R-3 zoning offers additional flexibility and may allow accessory dwelling units, additional residential units or other improvements, subject to applicable City of Stuart zoning, setback, density & permitting requirements. Buyers should independently verify any intended future use or improvement with the City of Stuart.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
7,715 sq ftLot Size
$420Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Tammy Fitzherbert• Premier Brokers International
Bessey, located between Downtown Stuart and the St. Lucie River, is a residential and historic Stuart neighborhood with a grid of shaded streets and a low-rise, small-town feel. The character concentrates around East Ocean Boulevard near the Roosevelt Bridge, where waterfront views meet a steady rhythm of marinas, galleries, and sidewalk dining. Architectural cues lean Florida vernacular—single-story cottages, mid-century ranch homes, and modest bungalows with deep porches and mature palms. The Stuart Heritage Museum and the Lyric Theatre add a cultural throughline beyond the riverfront. The Riverwalk frames daily routines with breezes, benches, and boat traffic. With parks and local cafés close by, the pace reads relaxed and walk-oriented.
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Market insights
616 SW Cleveland Ave · $474,900
SALE-TO-LIST
95.7%
Most homes are selling 4% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$474,900
Median sale price in this area is $642,891. (35% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
19% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Bathroom
Living
Interior features
Built-in features
Entrance foyer
Split bedroom layout
Closet cabinetry
Custom mirrors
Furnished
Bedrooms
Two main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms and one half bathroom (three total)
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric range
Electric cooktop
Microwave
Refrigerator
Freezer
Electric water heater
Laundry & utility
Laundry room with washer and electric dryer hookups
Outside laundry access (see remarks)
Flooring
Ceramic tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central electric heating
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Open patio
Patio
Shed(s) / storage
Back yard with fruit trees
Room for a pool
Fenced yard with gate (chain link, wood, vinyl, full, privacy)
Home design
Single-family residence
One level
Resale
Faces east
City street frontage (west of US-1)
Parking
Five open parking spaces
Parking on asphalt, concrete, driveway, gravel, and strip/slab surfaces
Security
Smoke detector(s)
Construction
Vinyl siding and wood frame construction
Metal roof
Built on a single-story foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric service with 220 volts and circuit breakers
Cable available, electricity connected, sewer connected, water available
Other
Pets allowed with no restrictions
No land lease
Electricity and solar
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