$10,000

closing credit¹

248 Cortez Rd West Palm Beach, FL 33405

$1,699,000
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,152 sqft
$790 / sqft
House

Property details

About 248 Cortez Rd

Welcome to 248 Cortez Rd, a stunning mid-century modern gem located in the highly coveted waterfront community of SoSo. This spacious home rests east of Olive Avenue on one of the most desirable streets in the South End. Situated on a wide, quiet sidewalk-lined street, 248 Cortez Rd is just steps from Flagler Drive, providing easy access and breathtaking views of the Intracoastal Waterway, Palm Beach, and refreshing ocean breezes. Before stepping inside, you'll be greeted by lush landscaping featuring a mature gumbo limbo tree, vibrant pink frangipani, tropical bamboo, and a spectacular staghorn fern.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,152 sqft
Year built1949
Parking2+ Spaces, Carport - Attached, Driveway, Guest, Open, Street
MLS #RX-11030520
ViewGarden, Pool
Private poolYes

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Summary

  • MLS Number: RX-11030520
  • Office Name: Illustrated Properties LLC (Jupiter)
  • Office Phone: (561) 746-0008
  • Listing Agent: Matthew Owen
  • Agent Phone: (561) 762-3471

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
May 11, 2022
Home Sold
$1,777,777
Nov 14, 2011
Home Sold
$302,500
Oct 01, 1999
Home Sold
$151,300

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$1,445,092$30,060
2022$238,962$4,430
2021$232,002$4,407
2020$228,799$2,186
2019$223,655$4,305
2018$219,485$4,056
2017$214,971$3,986

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

South Olive Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.4 mi

7101 S Olive Ave

5

Palmetto Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.8 mi

5801 Parker Ave

8

Meadow Park Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.7 mi

956 S Florida Mango Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $90,132. The most common annual income of people living in West Palm Beach, FL is between $100k-200k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

22%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
34%
100k-200k
14%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 248 Cortez Rd

This home is located at 248 Cortez Rd in West Palm Beach, FL and zip code 33405 in the Southside neighborhood. This 2,152 square foot home was built in 1949. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,699,000.

While more than 18 listings in West Palm Beach, FL in January 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 35 listings sold at asking price, and more than 143 were sold below. The number of listings in West Palm Beach, FL increased by 14.3% between December and January 2025. The median list price of listings available in January 2025 was $400,546, while the average time on the real estate market was 70 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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