About this home
485 W Matheson Drive is one of America’s most iconic waterfront estates, representing a rare convergence of presidential history, cinematic legacy, and unparalleled waterfront scale. Set on approximately 2.38 acres with an extraordinary 862’ of direct Biscayne Bay frontage, the property captures sweeping, unobstructed views of the Miami skyline and open bay, offering a level of presence and exclusivity rarely found in South Florida. Once the “Winter White House” of, the estate also achieved cinematic fame as the Frank Lopez residence in Scarface, with original architectural elements still preserved, including the iconic glass elevator. Offers 5BR + gym (can be converted to 6th BR) 7+2BA, and…
Facts & features
- MLS ID
- A12005335
- Property type
- SingleFamilyResidence
- Neighborhood
- Key Biscayne
- Community
- Tropical Isle Homes Resub
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 8
- Half baths
- 2
- Interior
- 11,528 sq ft
- Price per sq ft
- $20,559
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Covered parking
- 2
- Listed
- May 4, 2026
- Days on market
- 128
- Property tax
- $716,882 per year (2025)
- Financing accepted
- Cash, Conventional
- Total area
- 16,148 sq ft
- Exposure
- Faces southeast
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric water heater, Gas range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior features
- Bedroom on main level, Bidet, Breakfast area, Built in features, Closet cabinetry, Dual sinks, Elevator, Entrance foyer, Living dining room, Sitting area in primary, Split bedrooms, Tub shower, Upper level primary, Walk in closets
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Deck, Lighting, Patio
- Flooring
- Marble, Terrazzo, Vinyl
- Windows
- Sliding
- Parking
- Attached, Circular driveway, Garage
- Pool
- Free form, Pool
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Cooling
- Central air, Electric
Schools
Zoned public schools by county attendance boundary. Boundaries change — confirm enrollment eligibility with the school district before relying on this. Letter grades and School of Excellence designations are the Florida Department of Education’s, each for the year shown beside it.
- Elementary
- Key Biscayne K-8 CenterA2025-26Florida Department of Education school grade A, 2025-26 school year
- Middle
- Ponce de Leon MiddleB2025-26Florida Department of Education school grade B, 2025-26 school year
- High
- Coral Gables Senior HighB2025-26Florida Department of Education school grade B, 2025-26 school year
Location
485 W Matheson Dr
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