16 E Ocean Drive, Marathon, FL 33050 (MLS# 619688)

16 E Ocean Drive, Marathon, FL 33050

$1,825,000

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 2,008 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 12,950 Status: Closed

Current Price: $1,825,000 List Date: 4/29/2026 Last Modified: 5/21/2026

Overview

Description

Located within a private, gated oceanfront community in one of Marathon's most sought-after neighborhoods, this unique property offers exceptional potential and an unbeatable location. Positioned due east, the home captures stunning sunrise views and expansive vistas across the Atlantic, with panoramic exposure to the east and southeast. The existing residence features custom hardwood flooring and handcrafted woodwork throughout, adding warmth and character. The spacious primary suite opens to a large patio overlooking the water--perfect for enjoying ocean breezes by day and the twinkling shoreline lights of Marathon by night. Recent upgrades include impact windows and doors (2024) and a metal roof (2018). The property also includes a rare 49' deeded dock just across the street, complete with a storage structure for fishing gear and additional parking for vehicles or a golf cart. Downstairs offers 1,568 sq ft of legal storage and utility space, providing flexibility for equipment, h ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 619688

Location, Tax & Legal

Street #: 16
Direction: E
Street Name: Ocean
Street Suffix: Drive
Key/Island: Marathon
State/Province: FL
Zip Code: 33050
County: Monroe
Subdivision: Ocean East (50.0)
Area: 14 - Sombrero Area
City: MARATHON
Off Shore Island: No
Mile Marker: 50
Marathon Neighborhood: Sombrero
Side: Ocean
Flood Zone: VE
Alternate Key #: 1122491
Add'l Parcel #1: 00104670-001501
Parcel #: 00104670-001600
Zoning: RM - Residential Medium
Deed Restrictions: Unknown
Legal: 14 66 32 Boot Key (Aka Unrecorded Ocean East Inc Rev Survey April 14 1975 Lt 16) Or556-745/48 Or753-628 Or985-28/29
Taxes: 12948.93
Tax Year: 2025
Pub Sewer HkUp: Yes

Contract Information

Listing Board: Marathon/Lower Keys
As is Rght to Inspct: Yes

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family
Style: Single Family
Waterfront: Yes
Control Depth: 4
Pool: No
Year Built: 1978
Lot SqFt: 12950
Lot Sqft Source: Property Data Card
Acres: 0.3
Living Apx SqFt: 2008
SqFt Source: Property Data Card
Total Bedrooms: 5
Full Baths: 2
Total Baths: 2
Rentals Allowed: Yes
Min Rental Days: 7

Status Change Info

Under Contract Date: 2026-04-29
Sold Date: 2026-05-21

Association Info

Mandatory Home Owners Asc: No
Voluntary Home Owners Asc: Yes
1st Right of Refusal: No
Assoc Approval Req: No
Association Fee $: 500
Assoc/Mnt Fee Per: Yearly

Dockage

Dock Length: 49
Seawall: Concrete
Boat Lift: Yes

More Information

Building Style

Above Flood: Unknown
Stilt Column Height: Medium - 5Ft - 9Ft
Stories: 2 Stories

Remarks & Misc

Remarks – Consumer: Located within a private, gated oceanfront community in one of Marathon's most sought-after neighborhoods, this unique property offers exceptional potential and an unbeatable location. Positioned due east, the home captures stunning sunrise views and expansive vistas across the Atlantic, with panoramic exposure to the east and southeast. The existing residence features custom hardwood flooring and handcrafted woodwork throughout, adding warmth and character. The spacious primary suite opens to a large patio overlooking the water--perfect for enjoying ocean breezes by day and the twinkling shoreline lights of Marathon by night. Recent upgrades include impact windows and doors (2024) and a metal roof (2018). The property also includes a rare 49' deeded dock just across the street, complete with a storage structure for fishing gear and additional parking for vehicles or a golf cart. Downstairs offers 1,568 sq ft of legal storage and utility space, providing flexibility for equipment, hobbies, or future enhancements. The generous yard has ample room for a pool and outdoor living expansion. For investors or end-users, this is a standout opportunity: enjoy the home as-is, or take advantage of the ability to build a new elevated residence to maximize the already spectacular ocean views. Ideally located near Sombrero Beach, with easy access for walking or biking, this property combines privacy, boating convenience, and redevelopment potential--an increasingly rare combination in today's market.
Directions: GPS

Fee Includes

Other: Yes

Tax Exemptions

None: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Microwave: Yes
Oven: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Pets

Pets Allowed: Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fans(s): Yes
Central Air: Yes

Heating

Central: Yes
Electric: Yes
Separate Meters: Yes

Waterfront

Oceanfront: Yes
Open Water: Yes

Waterview

Ocean View: Yes
Open Water View: Yes

Floor

Wood: Yes

Interior Features

Built-in Cabinets: Yes
Fireplace(s): Yes
Window Treatments: Yes

Specialty Rooms

Sun/Florida Room: Yes

Windows/Doors

Impact Rstnce Doors: Yes
Impact Rstnce Window: Yes
Other Windows/Doors: Yes

Vehicle Storage

Open Parking: Yes
Off Street Parking: Yes
Trailer Storage: Yes

Security

Electric Gate: Yes

Construction

Frame: Yes

Land Size

1/4 - 1/2 Acre: Yes

Furnished

Furnished: Yes

Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Utilities

Buyer to Verify: Yes
Cable Available: Yes
Elect Separate Meter: Yes
FKAA: Yes
Municipal Sewer: Yes
Water Separate Meter: Yes

Porch/Balcony

Deck: Yes
Open Porch/Balcony: Yes
Patio: Yes

Title

Title Ins - Buyer: Yes

Exterior Features

Privacy Wall/Fence: Yes
Storage: Yes

Roof

Metal Roof: Yes

Property Features

Fee Includes: Other Tax Exemptions: None Waterfront: Oceanfront; Open Water Waterview: Ocean View; Open Water View Dockage: Boat Lift Vehicle Storage: Off Street Parking; Open Parking; Trailer Storage Furnished: Furnished Cooling: Ceiling Fans(s); Central Air Heating: Central; Electric; Separate Meters Utilities: Buyer to Verify; Cable Available; Elect Separate Meter; FKAA; Municipal Sewer; Water Separate Meter Interior Features: Built-in Cabinets; Fireplace(s); Window Treatments Specialty Rooms: Sun/Florida Room Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Oven; Refrigerator; Washer Exterior Features: Privacy Wall/Fence; Storage Construction: Frame Floor: Wood Roof: Metal Roof Pets: Pets Allowed Security: Electric Gate Land Size: 1/4 - 1/2 Acre Terms: Cash; Conventional Title: Title Ins - Buyer

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Keys Real Estate

Last Updated: May - 21 - 2026

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