Bring your pickiest buyer today. This home will not last!!! Move-in ready, pristine pool home in the desirable gated community of Bear Island with many custom details. New roof in 2012. This is the Saratoga model, the larger of the two models in Bear Island, with 2271 square feet under air. The home has been completely renovated top to bottom. Bright and light 3 BR, 2 with split floor plan, volume ceilings in the living room and a spacious Florida room that looks onto the resort-style pool and oversized yard. Neutral tile floors throughout the living areas and wood floors in the bedrooms. The wall from the kitchen has been partially removed to provide an open living concept. The custom kitchen features 42 inch solid wood cabinets, granite counters and stainless appliances. The master suite has a walk-in closet and regular closet, his and her vanities and glass enclosed walk-in shower. The guest wing features 2 bedrooms that share a bath, and a dedicated laundry room with newer front load washer and dryer. The lot is a real gem with more yard than the typical lot. The HEATED resort-style pool with raised spa has a Pebble Tech finish and is surrounded by an expansive paver deck that flows into the oversized side yard that provides grand open outdoor areas for entertaining. The Florida room has impact windows and doors, and the rest of the house has accordion shutters for hurricane protection. There is a 2 car garage with hurricane impact door. The home has a transfer switch that allows generator use during power outages, and is currently set up to run the lights, refrigerator and hot water heater. Bear Lakes Country Club is steps away and is a private course featuring two 18-hole golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus, a pool, tennis course and clubhouse (memberships are available). HOA includes 24/7 manned gate, common area maintenance and 3 master association recreational facilities within The Villages that all showcase pools, tennis courts, picnic areas, basketball courts, racquet ball courts, playgrounds and jogging trails. The community is very centrally located to I-95, and is EZ in and out of Palm Beach International Airport and the Brightline rail station. It is surrounded by endless entertainment options. The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, spring training field for the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals, The Norton Museum, Society of Four Arts, Kravis Center for Performing Arts, CityPlace, Clematis Street, and the Palm Beach Outlet Mall, just to name a few. The beaches and glitzy Island of Palm Beach are just a hop, skip and a jump away.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
7,535 sq ftLot Size
$320Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Gary Allen• Illustrated Properties
Listed by Erin Allen• Illustrated Properties
Bought with William Kirk• Linda A. Gary Real Estate
NO MANDATORY GOLF MEMBERSHIP. Elegant and stylish home renovation – just move in and enjoy!! No detail was overlooked by these homeowners when they renovated this 3/2 pool home. The kitchen showcases top of the line Thomasville 42” self-closing custom wood cabinets, wood panel overlay on the refrigerator and dishwasher, muted grey subway glass tile backsplash and soft jade granite counters, a flat top stove and a multi-zoned beverage center. The kitchen wall was removed to open the kitchen to the living room which features soaring vaulted ceilings and 24” neutral tiles laid on the diagonal throughout. The Florida room is encircled in windows and full view doors that open to the expansive pool deck where you will enjoy many hours entertaining friends and family. The master suite has gorgeous wide plank wood floors and a walk-in closet and large standard closet. The master bath is stunning with its custom wood double bowl vanity, large walk-in oversized shower with dual shower heads and seamless glass enclosure. The skylight lets natural light in and is welcomed when applying makeup at your separate custom makeup vanity. The guest bedrooms also have wide plank wood flooring and share a guest bath that has been beautifully updated as well with custom vanity, shower and flooring. Notables: NEW ROOF, NEW WINDOWS (SOME IMPACT), NEW PAVERED POOL DECK, NEW IMPACT GARAGE DOOR, 2-CAR GARAGE. HOA fees include common area maintenance, maintenance of front yard landscaping, sewer, water, trash removal, management fees and security. Located in "The Villages," Bear Island is a gated community on one of two Bear Lakes Country Club's championship golf courses designed by legendary Jack Nicklaus. Centrally located to I-95 and just minutes from the beaches, CityPlace, Kravis Center, Clematis Street, glitzy Worth Avenue and the Palm Beach International Airport. The Villages area features 3 pools, tennis courts, racquetball courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, playgrounds, jogging trails and picnic areas that residents of Bear Island can enjoy.
Public Records
Sep 8, 2012
Sold
$200,000
$88/sq ft
Beaches MLS #R3292979
Aug 3, 2012
Sold
$200,000
$88/sq ft
Jul 4, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jul 2, 2012
Listed
$215,000
$95/sq ft
+4
This quality-built Burg & Divosta home, located in the gated golf course community Bear Island, features a spacious and open floor plan. East Front Exposure.Tile and carpet flooring throughout.This house needs alittle TLC. Foyer features decorative chandelier lighting. Living room features vaulted ceilings. Eat-in Kitchen with sunlit breakfast area features laminate countertops and cabinetry, pantry and a full array of appliances including a side by side refrigerator with ice and water,range,microwave,dishwasher and double bowl sink. Additional dining area located off the kitchen and adjacent to the living room. Florida room features tile flooring and glass sliders leading to pool/spa and garden. Master Bedroom features double door entry way and his an... (see supplement for full remarks) This quality-built Burg & Divosta home, located in the gated golf course community Bear Island, features a spacious and open floor plan. East Front Exposure.Tile and carpet flooring throughout.This house needs alittle TLC.Foyer features decorative chandelier lighting. Living room features vaulted ceilings. Eat-in Kitchen with sunlit breakfast area features laminate countertops and cabinetry, pantry and a full array of appliances including a side by side refrigerator with ice and water,range,microwave,dishwasher and double bowl sink. Additional dining area located off the kitchen and adjacent to the living room. Florida room features tile flooring and glass sliders leading to pool/spa and garden. Master Bedroom features double door entry way and his and her closets with built-ins, with hers as a walk in. Master Bath features double vanity with cabinetry, separate shower with glass doors, roman tub and separate water closet. Mandatory HOA fees include common area maintenance, lawn care (front yard only), security, reserve funds, water, trash removal, sewer and recreational facilities; Located near the prestige Bear Lakes Country Club which features two 18 hole championship golf courses designed by Jack Nichlaus. Just a quick drive to beautiful beaches and West Palm Beach's entertainment district, including CityPlace and the Kravis Center.
Beaches MLS #R2357152
Dec 5, 2003
Sold
$290,000
$128/sq ft
Nov 1, 2003
Listing Removed
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Oct 1, 2003
Listed
$299,900
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 28, 1989
Sold
$171,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,420 (+5.6%)
2024
$10,818 (+2.4%)
2023
$10,564 (+13.4%)
2022
$9,315 (+15.9%)
2021
$8,036 (+39.6%)
$120,900 + $227,526
$348,426
2020
$5,758 (+1.5%)
2019
$5,672 (+6.2%)
2018
$5,342 (+1.8%)
2017
$5,249 (−20.9%)
$267,219
2016
$6,636 (−5.7%)
$282,679
2015
$7,039 (+32.6%)
$293,139
2014
$5,307 (+15.9%)
2013
$4,579 (+3.9%)
2012
$4,407 (−9.0%)
2011
$4,845
Tax history for 2840 Wilderness Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,420 (+5.6%)
2024
$10,818 (+2.4%)
2023
$10,564 (+13.4%)
2022
$9,315 (+15.9%)
2021
$8,036 (+39.6%)
$120,900 + $227,526
$348,426
2020
$5,758 (+1.5%)
2019
$5,672 (+6.2%)
2018
$5,342 (+1.8%)
2017
$5,249 (−20.9%)
$267,219
2016
$6,636 (−5.7%)
$282,679
2015
$7,039 (+32.6%)
$293,139
2014
$5,307 (+15.9%)
2013
$4,579 (+3.9%)
2012
$4,407 (−9.0%)
2011
$4,845
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,533 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,271
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Palm Beach County
APN
74434318110000100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 28, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Attached Garage: Yes
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Street, Garage, Attached Garage