Rare Opportunity to Create a Historic Masterpiece 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. Offered with a stunning architectural plan set by celebrated architect Dr. Russell Rosicki, currently pending Historic Preservation Board approval, this exceptional property provides the perfect canvas to bring your own vision to life. The thoughtfully designed 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 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. Historic Preservation Board approval is pending. Construction bids are available for prospective buyers, providing a valuable head start on bringing this remarkable vision to life. A rare chance to create a one-of-a-kind residence in West Palm Beach's most desirable historic neighborhood - with the architectural vision already in place and the freedom to make the finishing touches entirely your own.
For sale
$4,100,000
227 Sunset Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
3beds
2,119sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1930
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,935/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Freestanding two-car garageGarage and guest apartment
- 17 hours
- 229
- 13
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
STEPHEN R SIMPSON 561-655-6570,
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Palm Beach BOR,MLS#: 26-1344
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Single Hung
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,826
- Total interior livable area: 2,119 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Pool features: None
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 56 x 129
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 74434328010000050
- Zoning: SF14
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Barrel
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: No Security
- Subdivision: Aravale Replat
Location
- Region: West Palm Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,935/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,882,279
- Annual tax amount: $34,482
- Date on market: 10/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,100,000+70.8%$1,935/sqft |
Source: Palm Beach BOR #26-1344 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2026 | Sold | $2,400,000$1,133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,956 -1.4% | $1,241,668 +10% |
| 2024 | $30,367 +2.4% | $1,128,789 -50.3% |
| 2023 | $29,665 +16% | $2,270,207 +143.4% |
| 2022 | $25,581 +27.9% | $932,884 +10% |
| 2021 | $19,993 +12.4% | $848,076 +10% |
| 2020 | $17,794 +5.9% | $770,978 +10% |
| 2019 | $16,801 | $700,889 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $16,801 +16.7% | $672,494 -13.1% |
| 2017 | $14,392 +0.3% | $773,562 +46.9% |
| 2016 | $14,348 +6.4% | $526,588 +10% |
| 2015 | $13,489 +18.7% | $478,716 +10% |
| 2014 | $11,362 +16.7% | $435,196 +10% |
| 2013 | $9,738 +10.4% | $395,633 +10% |
| 2012 | $8,822 -6.8% | $359,666 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $9,466 -2.5% | $384,418 -0.9% |
| 2010 | $9,709 -7.9% | $388,059 -11.1% |
| 2009 | $10,547 -20.7% | $436,434 -28.5% |
| 2008 | $13,302 -5.7% | $610,298 -8.1% |
| 2007 | $14,105 -8.7% | $663,795 -0.5% |
| 2006 | $15,448 | $667,438 +35.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $494,148 +23.9% |
| 2004 | $6,100 +3785.1% | $398,968 -7.2% |
| 2003 | $157 -97.7% | $429,729 +55.6% |
| 2002 | $6,955 +96.5% | $276,138 +72.9% |
| 2000 | $3,539 +8.8% | $159,714 +0.4% |
| 1999 | $3,251 | $159,082 |
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