485 W Matheson Drive, Key Biscayne, FL 33149

Listing Snapshot

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 approximately 13,500 SF (per owner) across three levels, featuring soaring 24’+ ceilings, marble floors, and walls of glass framing breathtaking bay views. Expansive living, dining, and kitchen areas open to large terraces, creating seamless indoor-outdoor living ideal for both everyday comfort and grand-scale entertaining. Resort-style grounds include a piano-shaped saltwater pool, cabana bath, lush tropical landscaping, and expansive lawn areas with artfully integrated lighting extending the estate’s experience well beyond sunset. A private marina, formerly a presidential helipad—features rare 3-phase power and dockage for yachts up to 200’, plus over 34,000 SF of submerged land, making this one of Miami’s most significant and irreplaceable waterfront holdings in the world.

General Features

Property Type

Residential

Sub-type

SingleFamilyResidence

Style

SplitLevel

Direction Faces

Southeast

Attached Garage

Yes

Garage Spaces

2

Parking

Attached,CircularDriveway,Garage

Zoning

2000

Security

SmokeDetectors

Utilities

CableAvailable

Subdivision

TROPICAL ISLE HOMES RESUB

Interior Features

Appliances

Dryer,Dishwasher,ElectricWaterHeater,Disposal,GasRange,Refrigerator,Washer

Flooring

Marble,Terrazzo,Vinyl

Heating

Central,Electric

Cooling

CentralAir,Electric

Interior Features

Bidet,BuiltInFeatures,BreakfastArea,ClosetCabinetry,DualSinks,EntranceFoyer,Elevator,LivingDiningRoom,MainLevelPrimary,SittingAreaInPrimary,SplitBedrooms,Storage,TubShower,UpperLevelPrimary,WalkInClosets

Window Features

Other,Sliding

Furnished

Unfurnished

Exterior Features

Construction

Block

Exterior Features

Balcony,Lighting,OutdoorLivingArea,Other

Roof

Concrete

Lot Features

TwoToThreeAcres

Patio / Porch

Deck,Open,Patio,Balcony

Pool

Yes

Pool Features

FreeForm,Other

View

Bay,Ocean,Pool

Waterfront

Yes

Waterfront Features

Bayfront,OceanAccess,OceanFront

Community Features

Association Amenities

Other

MLS Area

2520

Schools

Map

Virtual Tour