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$7,000,000
0 Melody
Summerland Key, FL 33042
MLS# 616249
3 beds  |  4 baths  |  2851 sqft

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Property Description
An unparalleled opportunity to own your own private island in the Florida Keys. Melody Key is a true rarity—an off-grid sanctuary offering complete privacy, turquoise waters in every direction, and now a brand-new boat dock and observation deck that set the stage for its next chapter. The property is currently undergoing a full renovation with permits and detailed architectural drawings already in place, giving the next owner a priceless advantage: step in at the perfect moment to bypass years of costly planning, engineering, and permitting delays. The most complex and time-consuming site-work has already been completed. With the structure, dockage, and infrastructure well underway, you can now take the reins of a project designed to become one of the most iconic private estates in the Florida Keys. Spanning over 5 acres, this private island offers a main residence with soaring wood-beamed ceilings, panoramic water views, and open-air living powered entirely by solar. From sunrise over the Atlantic to sunsets over the Gulf, the views are endless and unforgettable. The elevated observation deck delivers dramatic 360-degree vistas, perfect for entertaining, stargazing, or simply enjoying total seclusion. The seller has already invested heavily to bring the island to this stage and the estimate is $1.8M anticipated to complete renovations. For a discerning buyer, this creates a rare chance to secure Melody Key at precisely the right moment—capturing significant upside and finishing the project exactly to your vision. There is a private airport in the neighborhood for those with private planes. The property comes with a full residential lot on a canal for boat launches with a seawall located at 1439 Hudgings Dr. Opportunities of this exclusivity simply do not exist elsewhere in the Keys. Melody Key is not just a property—it is a legacy waiting to be completed.

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Contract Information
Listing Board: Key West Association
As is Rght to Inspct: Yes
Current Price: $7,000,000
Listing Date: 2025-08-23
List Price: $7,000,000
Location, Tax & Legal
City: Summerland
Mile Marker: 25
Marathon Neighborhood: N/A
Side: Ocean
Flood Zone: VE,VE,AE
Alternate Key #: 1146030
Handicap Access: No
Parcel #: 00115200-000000
Bldg Nbr: 2
Zoning: OS - Offshore Island District
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
Legal: 2 67 28 MONEY KEY AND BAY BOTTOM GOVT LT 4 OR3-243(II DEED 19808) OR 190-155(US PATENT 1160929) OR200-206(II DEED 22607
Taxes: 19254.48
Tax Year: 2024
Pub Sewer HkUp: No
Street Name: Melody
Key/Island: Summerland Key
State/Province: FL
Zip Code: 33042
County: Monroe
Subdivision: Snug Harbor Sub (25.0)
Area: 08 - Summerland Key
General Property Description
Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Waterfront: Yes
Control Depth: 3
Lot Size: 228,253
Lot SqFt: 32670
Pool: No
Total Units: 0
Acres: 3.91
SqFt Source: Appraisal
Rentals Allowed: Yes
Min Rental Days: 1
Style: Off Shore Island
Year Built: 1992
Living Apx SqFt: 2851
Total Bedrooms: 3
Full Baths: 3
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 4
Remarks & Misc
Remarks – Consumer: An unparalleled opportunity to own your own private island in the Florida Keys. Melody Key is a true rarity—an off-grid sanctuary offering complete privacy, turquoise waters in every direction, and now a brand-new boat dock and observation deck that set the stage for its next chapter. The property is currently undergoing a full renovation with permits and detailed architectural drawings already in place, giving the next owner a priceless advantage: step in at the perfect moment to bypass years of costly planning, engineering, and permitting delays. The most complex and time-consuming site-work has already been completed. With the structure, dockage, and infrastructure well underway, you can now take the reins of a project designed to become one of the most iconic private estates in the Florida Keys. Spanning over 5 acres, this private island offers a main residence with soaring wood-beamed ceilings, panoramic water views, and open-air living powered entirely by solar. From sunrise over the Atlantic to sunsets over the Gulf, the views are endless and unforgettable. The elevated observation deck delivers dramatic 360-degree vistas, perfect for entertaining, stargazing, or simply enjoying total seclusion. The seller has already invested heavily to bring the island to this stage and the estimate is $1.8M anticipated to complete renovations. For a discerning buyer, this creates a rare chance to secure Melody Key at precisely the right moment—capturing significant upside and finishing the project exactly to your vision. There is a private airport in the neighborhood for those with private planes. The property comes with a full residential lot on a canal for boat launches with a seawall located at 1439 Hudgings Dr. Opportunities of this exclusivity simply do not exist elsewhere in the Keys. Melody Key is not just a property—it is a legacy waiting to be completed.
Directions: For showings meet the agent at 1439 Hudgings Dr, Summerland
Association Info
Mandatory Home Owners Asc: No
1st Right of Refusal: No
Association Fee $: 0
Fee Includes
None: 1
Dockage
Davit Pads: 1
Tax Exemptions
None: 1
Pets
Pets Allowed: 1
Waterfront
Oceanfront: 1
Waterview
Ocean View: 1
Open Water View: 1
Neighborhood Feature
Airstrip: 1
Beach: 1
Interior Features
Elevator: 1
Property Condition
Under Construction: 1
Building Style
Above Flood: Yes
Stories: 3 Stories
Vehicle Storage
Off Street Parking: 1
Construction
Frame: 1
Land Size
5 Less Than 10 Acres: 1
Furnished
Unfurnished: 1
Terms
Cash: 1
Utilities
Buyer to Verify: 1
Cistern: 1
Solar Power: 1
Accessibility Feat
Parking: 1
Status Change Info
Status: Active
Property Features
Fee Includes: None
Tax Exemptions: None
Waterfront: Oceanfront
Waterview: Ocean View; Open Water View
Dockage: Davit Pads
Property Condition: Under Construction
Vehicle Storage: Off Street Parking
Furnished: Unfurnished
Utilities: Buyer to Verify; Cistern; Solar Power
Interior Features: Elevator
Accessibility Feat: Parking
Construction: Frame
Pets: Pets Allowed
Neighborhood Feature: Airstrip; Beach
Land Size: 5 Less Than 10 Acres
Terms: Cash

Listing Office: Royal Palms Realty (KW)

Last Updated: August - 25 - 2025

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