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816 Johnson Lane, 
Key West, FL 33040

$1,175,000


2

Beds


2

Baths


896

Sq Ft


Single Family


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Listed by

Team Kaufelt

Truman & Co. (Kw)

Last updated:

May 10, 2026, 01:08 AM

MLS#

619811

Source:

FL FKBOR

About This Home

816 Johnson Lane

The Secret Garden House on Johnson Lane is more than a home, this is a hidden sanctuary in the heart of Old Town Key West -- a soulful retreat where historic architecture, tropical landscape, and effortless indoor-outdoor living exist in complete harmony. Rich in character, creativity, and quiet beauty, the property captures the essence of authentic island living with a sense of intimacy and calm that feels worlds away. Celebrated for its distinctive design, the home has been featured in Design Within Reach Magazine and other notable publications highlighting its iconic interpretation of tropical modernism and handcrafted island living. Originally built as two modest cigar workers' cottages in the early 1900s, the homes were thoughtfully joined and transformed into a one-of-a-kind compound that honors the simplicity and artistry of old Key West. Lush exotic and indigenous landscaping unfolds as a private garden escape layered with mature palms, native plantings, orchids, and a rare working well that speaks to the home's historic roots. Natural light and warm ocean breezes move effortlessly throughout the interiors. Skylights, louvered openings, covered breezeways, and disappearing sliders create a seamless connection between inside and out, while handcrafted details and natural materials bring warmth and texture to every space. The interiors are understated yet deeply refined -- exposed beams, whitewashed walls, custom built-ins, lofted spaces, and quiet corners designed for reading, creating, and gathering. Every room feels intentional, balancing simplicity with an unmistakable sense of soul. Outdoor living is woven into the experience of the home. Intimate decks, shaded seating areas, and garden pathways invite slow mornings, candlelit dinners, and evenings spent beneath the palms surrounded by the sounds of the tropics. Private, artistic, and entirely authentic, this is the kind of Key West property rarely offered.

Home Facts

Single Family

2 Baths

2 Bedrooms

Built in 1928

Price Summary

1,175,000

$1,311 per Sq. Ft.

MLS #:

619811

Last Updated:

May 10, 2026, 01:08 AM

Added:

11 day(s) ago


Rooms & Interior

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms:

2

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms:

2


Structure

Structure

Building Area:

896 Sq. Ft.

Year Built:

1928


Lot

Lot Size (Sq. Ft):

4,808


Finances & Disclosures

Finances

Price:

$1,175,000

Price per Sq. Ft:

$1,311 per Sq. Ft.

Source:FL FKBOR
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