An expansive waterfront estate on Key Biscayne, Florida, once featured in the 1983 film "Scarface," has been put on the market for $237 million, a price that would set a new record in Miami-Dade County. The 2.38-acre property includes a distinctive helipad extending into Biscayne Bay and a 13,000-square-foot mansion with unique architectural features.

The home’s current owner, investor John Devaney, first encountered the property during a helicopter flight lesson in 2003. Noticing the helipad built over clear waters, Devaney, a native of Key Biscayne, promptly made an offer after landing. At the time, he was already invested in luxury transportation assets, including a $36 million Gulfstream jet, a $10 million Sikorsky S-76 helicopter, and a $22 million yacht. He purchased the house and helipad for $15 million and later acquired adjoining land for an additional $15 million.

The helipad dates back to the presidency of Richard Nixon, who used the estate as a Winter White House. Nixon and his family stayed in a bungalow on the compound, while aides and Secret Service personnel occupied nearby residences. These historical ties contribute to the property's unique appeal.

The mansion itself was constructed around 1981 by Roberto Striedinger, a pilot later convicted for smuggling cocaine on behalf of the Medellín drug cartel. The U.S. government seized the property as part of law enforcement actions before it was sold first to Frederick and Caroline Perkins and subsequently to Devaney.

The estate’s notable features include an iconic glass elevator and original wall-mounted toilets in vivid green, orange, and yellow colors. The outdoor pool is designed in the shape of a piano, adding to the home's distinctive character. In the film "Scarface," the mansion served as the residence of drug lord Frank Lopez, further cementing its place in popular culture.

Devaney’s decision to list the property comes amid heightened interest in ultra-luxury real estate in the Miami area, reflecting both the estate’s historical significance and its rare amenities. The asking price underscores the growing demand for exclusive waterfront homes with unique provenance in the region.