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1608 Lake Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

$6,250,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 10 Baths: 9.1 Square Footage: 6,245 Status: Active
Current Price: $6,250,000 Last Modified: 11/14/2025

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.

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.

More Information MLS# RX-11134881

Contract Information

Auction: No List Price/SqFt: 1000.8 Listing Date: 2025-10-23 Status: Active Original List Price: 6250000 List Price: $6,250,000 Current Price: $6,250,000

General Property Description

Governing Bodies: None Main Level Bedrooms: 7 Main Level Bathrooms: 5 Property Condition: Resale SqFt - Total: 7784 Waterfront: No SqFt Source: Tax Rolls Guest House: Yes Gated Community: No Covered Spaces: 2 Homeowners Assoc: None Pets Allowed: Yes Pets on Premises: No Front Exp: West Association Deposit: No Total Units in Bldg: 10 Membership Fee Required: No Private Pool: Yes Type: Single Family Detached Total Bedrooms: 10 Baths - Full: 9 Baths - Half: 1 Baths - Total: 9.1 Year Built: 1924 SqFt - Living: 6245 Garage Spaces: 2 Subdivision: GRANDVIEW HEIGHTS Legal Desc: 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 Lot SqFt: 26136 Total Floors/Stories: 2

Location, Tax & Legal

Geo Area: PB20 Country: United States State/Province: FL HOPA: No Hopa Short Sale: No Tax Year: 2025 Zoning: SF14-C2—HIST. S Short Sale A/U: N/A Short Sale Addendum: No Taxes: 52646 Special Assessment: No REO: No Area: 5430 County: Palm Beach Parcel ID: 74434328050002500 Street #: 1608 Street Name: Lake Street Suffix: Avenue Zip Code: 33401 Geo Lat: 26.699091 Geo Lon: -80.059838

Office/Member Info

DXORIGMLNO: RX-11134881 DXORIGMLSID: RML

Design

Mediterranean: 1

Construction

Stucco: 1

Master Bedroom/Bath

Mstr Bdrm - Ground: 1

Rooms

Cottage: 1

Waterfront Details

None: 1

Lot Description

West of US-1: 1 1/4 to 1/2 Acre: 1 Corner Lot: 1

Equip/Appl Included

Cooktop: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Microwave: 1 Range - Electric: 1 Refrigerator: 1 Washer: 1

Cooling

Attic Fan: 1 Central: 1

Heating

Central: 1

Exterior Features

Covered Balcony: 1 Extra Building: 1 Open Balcony: 1

Furnished

Furnished: 1

Interior Features

Ctdrl/Vault Ceilings: 1 Fireplace(s): 1 Foyer: 1

Flooring

Clay Tile: 1 Wood Floor: 1

Utilities

Cable: 1 Public Sewer: 1 Public Water: 1

Parking

Driveway: 1 Garage - Attached: 1 Street: 1

Pet Restrictions

No Restrictions: 1

Restrict

Historic Designation: 1

Roof

Barrel: 1 Mixed: 1 Tar/Gravel: 1

Subdiv. Amenities

None: 1

Terms Considered

Cash: 1 Conventional: 1

Possession

Funding: 1

Showing Instructions

Text Listing Agent: 1

Storm Protection

None: 1

Dining Area

Dining-Florida: 1 Dining/Kitchen: 1 Formal: 1

Taxes

City/County: 1 No Homestead: 1

Guest House

2 Baths: 1

Property Features

Design: Mediterranean Construction: Stucco Waterfront Details: None Lot Description: West of US-1; 1/4 to 1/2 Acre; Corner Lot Exterior Features: Covered Balcony; Extra Building; Open Balcony Interior Features: Ctdrl/Vault Ceilings; Fireplace(s); Foyer Furnished: Furnished Rooms: Cottage Parking: Driveway; Garage - Attached; Street Pet Restrictions: No Restrictions Restrict: Historic Designation Flooring: Clay Tile; Wood Floor Heating: Central Cooling: Attic Fan; Central Dining Area: Dining-Florida; Dining/Kitchen; Formal Roof: Barrel; Mixed; Tar/Gravel Guest House: 2 Baths Terms Considered: Cash; Conventional Utilities: Cable; Public Sewer; Public Water Storm Protection: None Taxes: City/County; No Homestead Possession: Funding Showing Instructions: Text Listing Agent

Room Information

Living Room Length: 20.00 Width: 16.00 Length: 20.00 Level: Main Width: 16.00 Kitchen Length: 12.00 Width: 14.00 Length: 12.00 Level: Main Width: 14.00 Master Bedroom Length: 17.00 Width: 13.00 Length: 17.00 Level: Main Width: 13.00 Dining Room Length: 12.00 Width: 15.00 Length: 12.00 Level: Main Width: 15.00 Family Room Length: 22.00 Width: 15.00 Length: 22.00 Level: Main Width: 15.00 Bedroom 2 Length: 20.00 Width: 14.00 Length: 20.00 Level: Upper Width: 14.00 Bedroom 3 Length: 22.00 Width: 14.00 Length: 22.00 Level: Upper Width: 14.00 Bedroom 4 Length: 20.00 Width: 14.00 Length: 20.00 Level: Upper Width: 14.00 Bedroom 5 Length: 12.00 Width: 16.00 Length: 12.00 Level: Upper Width: 16.00 Master Bedroom Length: 17.00 Width: 13.00 Length: 17.00 Level: Main Width: 13.00 Dining Room Length: 10.00 Width: 14.00 Length: 10.00 Level: Main Width: 14.00
Listing Office: Compass Florida LLC
Last Updated: November - 14 - 2025
1608 Lake Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401- MLS# RX-11134881
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