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76 Water Island SS, St. Thomas, 00802 (MLS# 25-564)

76 Water Island SS, St. Thomas, 00802

$1,500,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,877 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 64,469 Status: Active
Current Price: $1,500,000 List Date: 3/21/2025 Last Modified: 11/30/2025

Description

Here's your chance to own a piece of Water Island history! The Searchlight House, originally built by the U.S. Army and converted into a home in the 1950s, sits on 1.48 acres of prime, buildable land just up from the ferry dock. This solid concrete, storm-resistant 2BD/2BA home was remodeled in 2018 and offers breathtaking Caribbean views from every room. Grandfathered at its rare cliffside location, no new construction will ever be this close to the water again. The property includes an original gun emplacement and is zoned W-1, making it a prime investment or development opportunity. With partial renovations completed, it's ready for the next owner to bring their vision to life. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Supplements: This remodeled home has everything you need; electrical/plumbing and all hook ups are ready to go. Even a brand new septic system and unboxed cabinets ordered for the kitchen. Perfect for you to create your personalized dream finishes without doing all of the legwork! Water Island is one of the Caribbean's most desirable places to live, offering a tranquil, secluded island lifestyle just a short ferry ride from St. Thomas. With pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a welcoming community, it provides the perfect mix of privacy and convenience.This island is an oasis of relaxation while still offering easy access to modern amenities. Whether you envision a private estate, vacation retreat, or boutique development, this rare property offers unmatched potential. Don't miss the chance to own a truly historic and one-of-a-kind Water Island property!

More Information MLS# 25-564

Location/Area

Plot/Unit Number: 76 Island: St. Thomas Quarter: South Side

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family Number of Bedrooms - Main House: 2 Number of Bedrooms - Accessory building: 0 Total Bathrooms: 2 Taxes: 1916.29 Furnished: No Tax Year: 2024 Lot Acres: 1.48 Water Front: Yes Waterfront Type: Cliff Side Pool: No Zoning: W-1 Stamp Tax: Select One Approx Interior SqFt-Accessory Unit Total: 0 Approx Exterior SqFt-Accessory Unit Total: 0 Approx Total Main House: 1877 Approx Total Property SqFt: 1877 Total Bedrooms: 2 Sub Type: Under Construction

Miscellaneous

PWD#: D9-9224-T017

View

Ocean: 1

Construction

Poured Concrete: 1

Exterior

Storm Shutters: Roll Down

Water Source

Cistern: 1

Cistern

Approx. Cistern Size: 12000

Terrain

Water Front: 1

Main House

Approx Interior SqFt - Main House: 1101 Approx Exterior SqFt - Main House: 776

LocationArea

Estate: Water Island SS Postal Code: 00802 Geo Lat: 18.32004 Geo Lon: -64.957817 Directions: From Crown Bay, take Water Island Ferry. Property is first lot on your right coming up from Ferry Dock.

Contract Information

List Price: $1,500,000 Current Price: $1,500,000 Begin Date: 2025-03-06

Status Change Info

Status: Active

Property Features

View: Ocean Construction: Poured Concrete Water Source: Cistern Terrain: Water Front

Documents

Listing Office: Christie's International Real Estate USVI
Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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