242 Wells Road, Palm Beach, FL 33480

$21,000,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 7 Square Footage: 7,460 Status: Closed
Current Price: $21,000,000 List Date: 10/03/2025 Last Modified: 9/09/2026

Overview

Description

This extraordinary estate at 242 Wells Road combines classic French Provincial architecture with timeless elegance, offering an unparalleled lifestyle on one of Palm Beach's most prestigious streets. This magnificent 7,460 total sq. ft. French Provincial masterpiece is nestled on a sprawling 19,500 sq. ft. lot in the heart of Palm Beach. This stately manor, with its steep-pitched slate roof, symmetrical façade, and stone surrounds, exudes Old World charm and impeccable craftsmanship. The home's architectural grandeur is enhanced by graceful balustrades and meticulously sculptured landscaping, creating a serene and sophisticated retreat. Step inside to find luxurious interiors adorned with gleaming hardwood and marble floors

Supplements: showcasing exceptional attention to detail. A grand staircase, a stunning centerpiece of the foyer, welcomes you with its sweeping elegance, complemented by a private elevator. The residence offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 6 beautifully appointed bathrooms, and one half bath, fully furnished for effortless move-in elegance. The crown jewel is the expan ...

Listing Details MLS# R11129330

General Property Information

Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms Total
4
Bathrooms Total
7
Bathrooms Full
6
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Building Area Main
7460
Building Area Source
Public Records
Living Area Main
5988
Year Built
2006
Garage YN
Yes
Attached Garage YN
Yes
Garage Spaces
3
Covered Spaces
3
Gated Community YN
No
Lot Size Area
19500
Lot Size Acres
0.45
Lot Size Dimensions
100.0 ft x 195.0 ft
Senior Community YN
No
Outdoor Living Spaces YN
Yes
Stories Total
2
Stories
2
Direction Faces
North
Fireplace YN
Yes
Pool Private YN
Yes
Furnished
Furnished

Property Features

Dining Area: Breakfast Area; Eat-In Kitchen; Formal Dining; Snack Bar/Counter Electric: Three Phase Exterior Features: Custom Lighting; Pool Bathroom Flooring: Ceramic Tile; Marble; Wood Parking Features: Decorative; Driveway; Garage Door Opener; On Street; Attached Garage; Garage Property Condition: Resale Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Electric Range; Free-Standing Freezer; Ice Maker; Oven; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Heater; Cooktop Water Heater Details: Electric Water Heater Architectural Style: French Provincial Construction Materials: CBS Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s); Central Air; Zoned Fencing: Fenced Heating: Central; Zoned Interior Features: Bar; Bedroom Layout - Split; Built-in Features; Central Vacuum; Closet Cabinetry; Custom Mirrors; Elevator; Entrance Foyer; French Doors; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Pantry; Roman Tub; Storage; Wet Bar Laundry Features: Inside; Laundry Closet; Laundry Tub Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Membership: No Membership Available Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s) Pets Allowed YN: Yes Pool Features: Heated; In Ground; Pool Bath Possession: Close Of Escrow Restrictions: No Restrictions Road Frontage Type: East of US-1; Public Road Road Surface Type: Paved Roof: Slate Security Features: Security System Owned; Smoke Detector(s) Sewer: Public Sewer Special Information: Sold As-Is Sprinkler Description: Auto Sprinkler; Zoned Sprinkler Tax Information: City/County; No Homestead Utilities: Cable Available; Natural Gas Available; Sewer Available; Water Available View: Garden; Pool Water Access: None Water Source: Public Showing Requirements: 24 Hour Notice; Appointment Only; Call Listing Agent; Text Listing Agent Outdoor Living Spaces: Balcony; Patio Balcony Details: Balcony - Covered; Balcony - Open; Balcony - Wrap Around Patio Details: Patio - Covered; Patio - Open Contingencies: Other Room Types: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Den; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Master Bedroom; Other Acreage Description: 1/4 To Less Than 1/2 Acre Lot

Contract Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Original List Price
26500000

Location and Legal

Country
United States
County Or Parish
Palm Beach
County Parish Name
Palm Beach
Street Number
242
Street Name
Wells
Street Suffix
Road
City Name
Palm Beach
State Or Province
FL
Postal Code
33480
Postal Zip
33480
Subdivision Name
ADAMS ADD IN
Area
5002
Geographic Area
PB30
Elementary School
Palm Beach Public
High School
Palm Beach Lakes
Special Assessment YN
No
Parcel Number
50434314070000240
Zoning
R-B(ci
Directions
Bradley Place or County Road to north to Wells Road
Multiple Offers Accepted
Yes
Building Name
242

Financial Information

Association Deposit YN
No
Membership Fee Required YN
No
Tax Annual Amount
169506
Tax Year
2025
Tax Legal Description
ADAMS ADD LT 24

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2026-06-26T19:32:22Z
Major Change Type
Status Change
Price Change Timestamp
2026-03-04T15:45:04Z
Status Change Date
2026-06-26
Under Contract Date
2026-04-27
Close Date
2026-06-26
Close Price
21000000
Buyer Financing
Cash

More Information

Entry Information

Entry Location
Entry Level Living Area Y

Short Sale Details

Short Sale Addendum
No

Main Level Rooms

Main Level Bathrooms
Yes

Pet Details

Other Pet Restrictions
NA

Storm Protection

Impact Glass
Complete

Room Types

Bedroom 2 Level
Second
Bedroom 3 Level
Second
Bedroom 4 Level
Second
Dining Room Level
Second
Family Room Level
Main
Kitchen Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Master Bedroom Level
Main
Other Level
Main

Price Calculations

Current Price To SqFt
3924.51

Originating Details

Originating System Key
20251001200533633654000000
Originating System ID
M00000170

Room Information

Room Name Length Width Level Remarks
Kitchen 20.00 15.00 Main
Living Room 26.00 17.00 Main
Master Bedroom 21.00 17.00 Main
Dining Room 18.00 14.50 Second
Family Room 21.00 17.00 Main
Other 14.00 20.00 Main Library
Other 14.00 10.00 Second office
Other 21.00 32.00 Main Garage
Bedroom 2 17.00 14.00 Second
Bedroom 3 16.00 17.00 Second
Bedroom 4 14.00 11.00 Second
Laundry
Den

Documents

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Listing Office: William Raveis Real Estate
Last Updated: September - 09 - 2026
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