Rare opportunity in the best location in downtown Delray Beach. Charm and potential abound at this Banker's Row cottage, originally built in the late 1930's. Own a sought after piece of historically-contributing Delray Beach History on coveted NE 1st Avenue, which consists of just 3 blocks North of Old School Square and South of Lake Ida, a block East of Swinton. The Banker's Row cottages were the first FHA-insured projects in S. Florida. In 1939, 211 NE 1st Avenue was first sold to C.F. Etheridge, the manager of the Lovett's Grocery store in Delray Beach. The existing cottage is sited towards the front of the 7,300+ sqft lot. An abundance of mature trees offer natural beauty. This positioning on the lot provides a large rear garden that is free of structures, so the next owner can freely expand the homes footprint if they choose. A number of renovation options are available, although knocking the home down is not one of them. A similar front facade must be restored and maintained - Delray Beach Historic Preservation Design Guidelines must be followed. The home features an electronic front gate with a driveway off of Northeast 1st, which is rare and valuable.
Own a piece of history - this home was designed by Harold Steward, associate partner of Miami-based architect Phineas Paist. Steward was also the chief architect for the South District of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA).
This is an exciting opportunity for the buyer that wants to breathe new life into a historic property and live in the heart of downtown. Walk to it all while living on one of Delray's best downtown streets.
Sold for $1,090,000 on 07/09/25
$1,090,000
211 NE 1st Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444
3beds
1,088sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
7,362 Square Feet Lot
$1,104,500 Zestimate®
$1,002/sqft
$2,326 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2025 at 07:18am
Listed by:
Geoffrey James Braboy 561-699-3455,
Compass Florida LLC
Bought with:
Patrick Gunther
The Corcoran Group
Ryan McDonald
The Corcoran Group
Source: BeachesMLS,MLS#: RX-11013823
Originating MLS: Beaches MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: M
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Kitchen
- Level: M
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Living room
- Level: M
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Heating
- Central, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Ctdrl/Vault Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Panel Shutters (Partial)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,320
- Total interior livable area: 1,088 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,362 sqft
- Dimensions: 132' x 56'
- Features: < 1/4 Acre, Historic Designation
Details
- Parcel number: 12434616010740091
- Zoning: OSSHAD
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Delray Beach
- Subdivision: Old School Square Historic Arts District
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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Estimated market value
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