243 29th Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

$2,800,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 4,187 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,800,000 List Date: 1/31/2025 Last Modified: 9/09/2026

Overview

Description

Rare opportunity to acquire renowned artist Ralph Wolfe Cowan's estate. Ideally located, this lake block residence in Northwood Shores is adjacent to prestigious N Flagler Drive. Expansive property includes 25,700 square feet (.59-acre) with 224' of street frontage. Existing structure is comprised of 3-living spaces featuring cathedral ceilings, large studio workspace and a new roof (2022). Ready for renovations, subdivide (minimum 6,000 SF with 60' frontage) or new build. Located near Northwood Village with galleries, shops and restaurants. Currie Park waterfront redevelopment under way. Architectural renderings courtesy of Robert Bucher Architects PA, located in West Palm Beach. The firm exclusively focuses on luxury contemporary residential design. Inquire for specifics.

Listing Details MLS# R11055752

General Property Information

Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Bedrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Total
5
Bathrooms Full
4
Bathrooms Half
Yes
Building Area Main
4187
Building Area Source
Public Records
Living Area Main
3414
Year Built
1949
Gated Community YN
No
Senior Community YN
No
Outdoor Living Spaces YN
Yes
Stories Total
Yes
Stories
Yes
Direction Faces
South
Pool Private YN
Yes
Spa YN
Yes
Furnished
Unfurnished
Year Roof Installed
2022

Property Features

Dining Area: Dining/Living Room; Family/Dining Combination Electric: Three Phase Fireplace Features: Decorative Flooring: Ceramic Tile; Slate Property Condition: Resale Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Electric Range; Microwave; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Heater Water Heater Details: Electric Water Heater Architectural Style: Ranch Construction Materials: CBS Cooling: Central Air Fencing: Fenced Heating: Central Interior Features: Bar; Cathedral Ceiling(s); Storage; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Wet Bar Listing Terms: Cash; Conventional Lot Features: Sidewalks Other Structures: Cabana Pets Allowed YN: Yes Pets Allowed: No Restrictions Pool Features: In Ground Possession: Close Of Escrow Restrictions: Buyer Approval Required; Lease Restrictions; No Restrictions Road Surface Type: Paved Roof: Concrete; Tile Security Features: Closed Circuit Camera(s); Security Lights Sewer: Public Sewer Tax Information: City/County; Homestead Exemption Utilities: Cable Available; Sewer Available; Water Available View: Garden Water Access: None Water Source: Public Window Features: Blinds; Drapes; Jalousie Showing Requirements: Appointment Only; Call Listing Agent; Listing Agent Must Accompany; Text Listing Agent Outdoor Living Spaces: Patio; Porch Patio Details: Patio - Covered Porch Details: Porch - Open Contingencies: None Concessions Detail: Other Room Types: Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Maid/In-Law Quarters; Master Bedroom; Workshop Acreage Description: 1/2 To Less Than 1 Acre Lot

Contract Information

Comp Sale YN
No
Original List Price
3900000
Negotiable Seller Concessions YN
Yes

Location and Legal

Country
United States
County Or Parish
Palm Beach
County Parish Name
Palm Beach
Street Number
243
Street Name
29th
Street Suffix
Street
City Name
West Palm Beach
State Or Province
FL
Postal Code
33407
Postal Zip
33407
Subdivision Name
NORTH SHORE TERRACE PL NO 1
Area
5420
Geographic Area
PB20
Elementary School
Pleasant City
Middle Or Junior School
Roosevelt Community
High School
Palm Beach Lakes
Special Assessment YN
No
Parcel Number
74434310140030520
Zoning
RD-1
Directions
Northwood Shores: N Flagler Dr to 29th Street on the north side. Triple lot.

Financial Information

Association Deposit YN
No
Membership Fee Required YN
No
Tax Annual Amount
14396
Tax Year
2024
Tax Legal Description
NORTH SHORE TERRACE PL NO 1 LTS 52 TO 60 INC BLK C

Status Change Information

Major Change Timestamp
2025-10-30T14:09:51Z
Major Change Type
Status Change
Status Change Date
2025-10-30
Under Contract Date
2025-04-14
Close Date
2025-10-29
Close Price
2800000
Buyer Financing
Conventional

More Information

Entry Information

Entry Location
Entry Level Living Area Y

Short Sale Details

Short Sale Addendum
No

Main Level Rooms

Main Level Bathrooms
4
Main Level Bedrooms
5

Storm Protection

Panel Shutters
Partial

Buyer Details

Country of Origin
United States

Concessions

Seller Concessions
Yes
Seller Concessions Amount
50000

Contributions

Buyer Contributions
No

Room Types

Kitchen Level
Main
Living Room Level
Main
Master Bedroom Level
Main

Price Calculations

Current Price To SqFt
820.15
Original List Price To Close Price
1.39

Originating Details

Originating System Key
20250121185443966595000000
Originating System ID
M00000170

Room Information

Room Name Length Width Level
Living Room 0.00 0.00 Main
Kitchen 0.00 0.00 Main
Master Bedroom 0.00 0.00 Main
Family Room
Maid/In-Law Quarters
Workshop

Documents

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