Classic Mediterranean pool home set on a double lot in historic Prospect Park. Original pine floors, fireplace and interior finishes in excellent condition. 30x15 pool surrounded by a tropical courtyard. nestled next to 460 sq ft cabana building. The lot size is large enough to add a multi-car garage and carriage house and still have ample yard space. Mature landscaping and premium location just a short drive to downtown WPB.
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
$1,003Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Donald Brown• Southdale Properties Inc.
Bought with Heidi Wicky• Sotheby's Intl. Realty, Inc.
HISTORIC MEDITERRANEAN CIRCA 1926. RARE DOUBLE TROPICAL LOT WITH POOL AND ROOM FOR EXPANSION. ORIGINAL DADE COUNTY PINE FLOORS AND PRESERVED FEATURES INCLUDING ORIGINAL TILE IN BATH, BRICK FLOOR IN LIBRARY, BUTLER'S PANTRY AND WORKING SEPARATE CABANA BUILDING READY TO BE CUSTOMIZED TO BUYER'S TASTE. SALE INCLUDES PLANS, APPROVED BY HISTORIC BOARD, FOR THE ADDITION OF TWO CAR GARAGE. FLORIDA SCREENED PORCH WITH LOCAL LORE (LIGHTS FROM THE ORIGINAL BRAZILIAN COURT ON PALM BEACH) AND MURALS BY LOCAL PALM BEACH ARTIST. IDEALLY LOCATED IN BETWEEN 2 PARKS AND 2 BLOCKS FROM THE INTRACOASTAL. .. NEAR DOWNTOWN, CITYPLACE AND EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE SCHOOLS AND ZONED FOR THE PALM BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR ELEMENTARY. UPDATED KITCHEN WITH STAINLESS APPLIANCES, SLATE FLOOR. .. (see supplement for full remarks
Beaches MLS #R2796431
Feb 22, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Apr 11, 2007
Listed
$1,300,000
$260/sq ft
Beaches MLS #R2631031
May 11, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Mar 14, 2006
Listed
$1,435,000
$287/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 1996
Sold
$305,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 21, 1989
Sold
$285,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$83,410 (+116.8%)
2024
$38,468 (+0.2%)
2023
$38,392 (+34.1%)
2022
$28,632 (+27.5%)
2021
$22,453 (+10.2%)
2020
$20,366 (+98.4%)
$600,000 + $314,558
$914,558
2019
$10,267 (+5.1%)
$600,000 + $314,558
$914,558
2018
$9,765 (+1.1%)
2017
$9,659 (+0.1%)
2016
$9,647 (−2.0%)
2015
$9,841 (−0.1%)
2014
$9,855 (+1.3%)
2013
$9,726 (+0.6%)
2012
$9,668 (−10.3%)
2011
$10,773
Tax history for 227 Rugby Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$83,410 (+116.8%)
2024
$38,468 (+0.2%)
2023
$38,392 (+34.1%)
2022
$28,632 (+27.5%)
2021
$22,453 (+10.2%)
2020
$20,366 (+98.4%)
$600,000 + $314,558
$914,558
2019
$10,267 (+5.1%)
$600,000 + $314,558
$914,558
2018
$9,765 (+1.1%)
2017
$9,659 (+0.1%)
2016
$9,647 (−2.0%)
2015
$9,841 (−0.1%)
2014
$9,855 (+1.3%)
2013
$9,726 (+0.6%)
2012
$9,668 (−10.3%)
2011
$10,773
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
6
Stories
2
Lot width
119 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.37 Acres
Year renovated
2024
Sq. Ft.
5,000
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Palm Beach County
APN
74434334050110100
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
Pool
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2025.
SF14-C3
Historic Single-Family High Density Residential, Context 3 District
The intent of this district is to promote compatible additions and new construction in high density residential historic districts with a pattern of large lots and primarily two-story and some one-story buildings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
May 10, 2024 • Final
Windows and doors - residential
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
Interior Features
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Electric Water Heater
Furnished: Unfurnished
Flooring: Wood
Window Features: Single Hung Wood
Has Fireplace
Door Features: French Doors
Exterior
Building Information
Stories Total: 2
Building Area Total: 3,256
Building Area Source: Public Records
Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco, Hollow Tile
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Screened, Porch
Roof: Barrel
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Resale
Security Features: Security System
Living Area: 2,536
Road Frontage Type: East of US-1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Waterfront YN: No
Waterfront Features: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,765
Tax Year: 2018
Parcel Number: 74434334050110100
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Multi-Family Financial Information
Pets Allowed: Yes, No Restrictions
HOA Information
Association Amenities: None
Location Information
Direction Faces: South
Directions: Between Southern and Belvedere corner of Olive and Rugby
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 6.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,000
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 0
Basement: No
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 2024
County: Palm Beach County
APN: 74434334050110100
HOA Dues: —
Garage: No
Features: Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Sep 17, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Palm Beach Public School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Conniston Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
Forest Hill Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
3/10
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4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$9.65M – $11.68M
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