$6,250,000
1608 Lake Avenue
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
MLS# R11134881
10 beds  |  10 baths  |  7784 sqft

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Front Elevation Front Elevation Front Elevation Foyer Formal Dining Room Sitting Room Sitting Room Dining Room Grand Livingroom Grand livingroom Kitchen Flamingo Room Flamingo Room Flamingo Room Flamingo Bathroom Flamingo Bathroom Flamingo #2 Flamingo #2 Bathroom King-Fish Room Grand Livingroom Pelican-King Room Pelican-King Room Pelican-King Room Pelican-King Room Pelican-King Bedroom Pelican-King Bathroom Pelican-King Bathroom Pool Royal Poinciana Room Royal Poinciana Bathroom Evergaldes Room Everglades Room Everglades Bathroom Everglades Room Closet Bougainvillea Room Bougainvilla Room Bougainvilla Bathroom Palm Room Palm Bathroom Palm Closet Allamanda Room Allamanda Room Coco Cottage Livingroom Coco Cottage Kitche Coco Cottage Bedroom Coco Cottage Bathroom Coco Cottage Bathroom Coco Cottage Bedroom Coco Cottage Florida Room Jungle Jungle Bathroom Jungle Cottage Coco Cottage Jungle Cottage Patio

Property Description
Discover one of the most storied residences in downtown West Palm Beach, Grandview Gardens. Originally built in 1925, this Mediterranean Revival estate embodies the architectural grace and tropical allure that define South Florida's golden era, offering a rare blend of historic pedigree, income potential, and modern livability. Set on over a half an acre within the Grandview Heights Historic District, the property spans more than 7,700 square feet across two distinct structures and the inclusion of 734 Palm Street further enhances this potential, offering additional lot depth and street access for future improvements or guest accommodations.

Details
Contract Information
Comp Sale YN: No
Listing Contract Date: 2025-10-23
Status: Active
Original List Price: 6250000
List Price: $6,250,000
Current Price: $6,250,000
Location and Legal
County Or Parish: Palm Beach
County Parish Name: Palm Beach
City Name: West Palm Beach
Postal Zip: 33401
Geographic Area: PB20
Special Assessment YN: No
Country: United States
Street Number: 1608
Street Name: Lake
Street Suffix: Avenue
State Or Province: FL
Postal Code: 33401
Subdivision Name: GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS
Area: 5430
Parcel Number: 74434328050002500
Zoning: SF14-C2—HIST. S
General Property Information
Total Units In Building: 10
Living Area Main: 6245
Gated Community YN: No
Lot Size Area: 26136
Senior Community YN: No
Outdoor Living Spaces YN: Yes
Furnished: Furnished
Stories Total: 2
Stories: 2
Fireplace YN: Yes
Pool Private YN: Yes
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Bedrooms Total: 10
Bathrooms Total: 10
Bathrooms Full: 9
Bathrooms Half: 1
Building Area Main: 7784
Building Area Source: Public Records
Year Built: 1924
Garage YN: 1
Attached Garage YN: 1
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Lot Size Acres: 0.6
Direction Faces: West
Financial Information
Association Deposit YN: No
Membership Fee Required YN: No
Tax Annual Amount: 52646
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Legal Description: GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS LTS 250 TO 253 INC (LESS E 6 FT) & LTS 254 TO 257 INC GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS LTS 248 & 249 & E 6 FT OF
Office/Member Information
DXORIGMLSID: RML
Amenities
None: 1
Dining Area
Florida/Dining Combination: 1
Formal Dining: 1
Kitchen Dining: 1
Flooring
Clay: 1
Tile: 1
Wood: 1
Guest House Features
2 Baths: 1
Parking Features
On Street: 1
Attached Garage: 1
Garage: 1
Property Condition
Resale: 1
Short Sale Details
Short Sale Addendum: No
Other Structures
Cottage: 1
Outbuilding: 1
Possession
Negotiable: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Utilities
Cable Available: 1
Sewer Available: 1
Water Available: 1
Heating
Central: 1
Water Access
None: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Electric Range: 1
Microwave: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Cooktop: 1
Construction Materials
Stucco: 1
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s): 1
Entrance Foyer: 1
Vaulted Ceiling(s): 1
Listing Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Lot Features
Corner Lot: 1
Road Frontage Type
West of US-1: 1
Roof
Barrel: 1
Mixed: 1
Tar/Gravel: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Architectural Style
Mediterranean: 1
Cooling
Attic Fan: 1
Central Air: 1
Showing Requirements
Text Listing Agent: 1
See Remarks: 1
Main Level Rooms
Main Level Bathrooms: 5
Main Level Bedrooms: 7
Master Bedroom/Bath
Master Bdrm - Ground: 1
Pets Allowed YN
Yes: 1
Pets Allowed
No Restrictions: 1
Restrictions
Historic Designation: 1
Storm Protection Details
None: 1
Tax Information
City/County: 1
No Homestead: 1
Showing Details
Pet(s) on Premises: No
Outdoor Living Spaces
Balcony: 1
Balcony Details
Balcony - Covered: 1
Balcony - Open: 1
Room Types
Bedroom 2: 1
Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3: 1
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4: 1
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Bedroom 5: 1
Bedroom 5 Level: Upper
Dining Room: 1
Dining Room Level: Main
Family Room: 1
Family Room Level: Main
Kitchen: 1
Kitchen Level: Main
Living Room: 1
Living Room Level: Main
Master Bedroom: 1
Master Bedroom Level: Main
Price Calculations
Current Price To SqFt: 1000.8
Acreage Description
1/4 To Less Than 1/2 Acre Lot: 1
Status Change Information
Major Change Timestamp: 2025-10-24T01:07:00Z
Major Change Type: New Listing
Status Change Date: 2025-10-23
Originating Details
Originating System Key: 20251023191126855432000000
Originating System ID: M00000170
Property Features
Dining Area: Florida/Dining Combination; Formal Dining; Kitchen Dining
Flooring: Clay; Tile; Wood
Guest House Features: 2 Baths
Parking Features: On Street; Attached Garage; Garage
Property Condition: Resale
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Cooktop
Architectural Style: Mediterranean
Construction Materials: Stucco
Cooling: Attic Fan; Central Air
Heating: Central
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s); Entrance Foyer; Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Other Structures: Cottage; Outbuilding
Pets Allowed YN: Yes
Pets Allowed: No Restrictions
Possession: Negotiable
Restrictions: Historic Designation
Road Frontage Type: West of US-1
Roof: Barrel; Mixed; Tar/Gravel
Sewer: Public Sewer
Storm Protection Details: None
Tax Information: City/County; No Homestead
Utilities: Cable Available; Sewer Available; Water Available
Water Access: None
Water Source: Public
Showing Requirements: Text Listing Agent; See Remarks
Outdoor Living Spaces: Balcony
Balcony Details: Balcony - Covered; Balcony - Open
Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Bedroom 5; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Master Bedroom
Acreage Description: 1/4 To Less Than 1/2 Acre Lot
Supplements
The main residence, nearly 5,000 square feet, features 6 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and an abundance of old-world character, graceful archways, original hardwood and terracotta flooring, high pecky cypress ceilings, and elegant entertaining spaces that open seamlessly to the tropical gardens. 2 additional stand alone structures, totaling approximately 2,800 square feet, houses 5 private suites each with its own entrance, en-suite bath, and outdoor terrace. Perfect for visiting guests, multigenerational living, or continued use as a boutique bed and breakfast. Potential opportunity exists to add 5 additional rooms as permitted by the Bed & Breakfast license; however, this expansion is subject to city and historic board approval. The estate is equipped with two full laundry rooms for guest and staff use, and on-site staff currently resides on the property and will convey with the sale, ensuring a seamless transition for continued operations or personal management. The grounds evoke a private resort, surrounded by mature palms, stone pathways, an inviting inground pool and lush greenery, creating the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. A two-car garage and additional off-street parking complete the property's exceptional functionality. Ideally located just five blocks from the Intracoastal Waterway and within walking distance to CityPlace, the Norton Museum, and the restaurants of downtown West Palm Beach, this residence blends historic charm with modern convenience. Whether envisioned as a signature private estate, a multi-unit income property, or continuing with one of the highest-rated luxury lodging facilities in the state, 1608 Lake Avenue & 734 Palm St. stand as a once-in-a-generation opportunity and the largest landmarked estates in West Palm Beach's most desirable historic enclave.
Room Information
Room Name Length Width Level
Living Room20.0016.00Main
Kitchen12.0014.00Main
Master Bedroom17.0013.00Main
Master Bedroom17.0013.00Main
Dining Room12.0015.00Main
Dining Room10.0014.00Main
Family Room22.0015.00Main
Bedroom 220.0014.00Upper
Bedroom 322.0014.00Upper
Bedroom 420.0014.00Upper
Bedroom 512.0016.00Upper

IDX
Listing Office: Compass Florida LLC

Last Updated: February - 18 - 2026

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