Rare Opportunity: Historic Board-Approved Luxury Estate in the Heart of El Cid Discover an extraordinary opportunity to transform a 1925 historic gem into a spectacular luxury estate in the heart of West Palm Beach’s highly sought-after El Cid neighborhood. In a significant milestone, the property’s stunning architectural plans by celebrated architect Dr. Russell Rosicki have received approval from the West Palm Beach Historic Preservation Board. This coveted approval, achieved through a rigorous and often lengthy review process, represents an exceptional advantage for the discerning buyer—eliminating a major development hurdle and providing a valuable head start toward construction. The thoughtfully designed and historic board-approved plans envision an elegant four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath main residence, complemented by a freestanding two-car garage with a private one-bedroom, one-bath guest apartment above. Set on a spacious 7,230-square-foot Lake Block corner lot, the property offers an exceptional opportunity to combine historic character with contemporary luxury and personalized finishes. The sale includes the existing home, garage and guest apartment in as-is condition, the architectural plans, and lot clearing. With the critical Historic Preservation Board approval already secured, buyers can move forward with greater confidence, avoiding the substantial time, complexity, and uncertainty associated with obtaining this important approval. Construction bids are also available, providing additional clarity and a valuable head start on bringing this remarkable vision to life. A truly rare opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind luxury estate in one of West Palm Beach’s most desirable historic neighborhoods—with the architectural vision established, a major approval milestone achieved, and the freedom to make the finishing touches entirely your own. The property has been preliminarily approved to receive the 10 year tax abatement which exempts 100% of the increase in assessed property value resulting from the renovation!
Current real estate data for Single Family in West Palm Beach as of Nov 02, 2026
844
Single Family Listed
97
Avg DOM
529
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,507,142
Avg List Price
Listing Provided Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate at 561-655-6570
Property Details
Price:
$4,100,000
MLS #:
B26087754
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
4
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
ARAVALE
Neighborhood:
5440
Listed Date:
Oct 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,119
Total Sq Ft:
2,826
Lot Size:
314,328,960 sqft / 0.17 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1930
Schools
Elementary School:
Palm Beach Public
High School:
Forest Hill
Interior
Appliances
Other
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Central
Interior Features
None
Main Level Bathrooms
3
Main Level Bedrooms
3
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
Frame
Covered Spaces
2
Direction Faces
South
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached Garage, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Roof
Barrel
Stories
2
Financial
Tax Year
2026
Taxes
$34,482
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Community
- Address227 SUNSET Road West Palm Beach FL
- SubdivisionARAVALE
- CityWest Palm Beach
- CountyPalm Beach
- Zip Code33401
Property Summary
- Located in the ARAVALE subdivision, 227 SUNSET Road West Palm Beach FL is a Single Family for sale in West Palm Beach, FL, 33401. It is listed for $4,100,000 and features 3 beds, 4 baths, and has approximately 2,119 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1930. The current price per square foot is $1,935. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in West Palm Beach is $529. The average listing price for Single Family in West Palm Beach is $1,507,142. To schedule a showing of MLS#b26087754 at 227 SUNSET Road in West Palm Beach, FL, contact your Trust House Realty agent at 9543362003.
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