1496 N Lake Way, Palm Beach FL 33480, PALM BEACH, FL, 33480
Active63 days on marketListed Jun 12, 2026MLS #B26042044
About this home
1496 N Lake Way, Palm Beach FL 33480
Rare opportunity on Palm Beach Island's coveted north end. Set on an exceptional .22 acre parcel between the Atlantic Ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, this Mid-Century Modern residence offers endless possibilities to restore, renovate, or build a spectacular new estate. Surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and just a short walk to the beach, this property combines privacy, location, and extraordinary potential in one of Palm Beach's most desirable settings.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,883
Sqft
0.22 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
1954
Year built
2
Levels
$3,122
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record — not generic estimates.
$56,284 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$56,284/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
$/sqft vs Palm Beach actives
$3,122 vs $1,248
Days on market
63 vs 113 typical
Where $3,122/sqft sits among the 192 Palm Beach actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside The North End
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The North End — neighborhood snapshot
Population
1,142
Median age
60
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$2,000,000
Avg household
2
Households w/ children
120
For the school run
Palm Beach County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Palm Beach market
$365K → $5.0M
Palm Beach median sold, yr/yr
91.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
4 of 192
Palm Beach actives have cut their price
This home is listed 2181% above the PALM BEACH 33480 median. See the full Palm Beach market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 1496 N Lake Way
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Jun ’26$7,350,000
274 Monterey Road, Palm Beach FL 33480
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,877 sqft · $2,555/sqft · 112 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$1,124,000
2650 Lake Shore Drive # 2106, Riviera Beach FL 33404
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,287 sqft · $491/sqft · 0 DOM
Sold · Jun ’26$11,550,000
224 Sandpiper Drive, Palm Beach FL 33480
3 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,546 sqft · $3,257/sqft · 134 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 1496 N Lake Way — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 1496 N Lake Way — before you fall in love.
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Straight answers
1496 N Lake Way FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 1496 N Lake Way, Palm Beach FL 33480?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $56,284/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
What are the property taxes on 1496 N Lake Way, Palm Beach FL 33480?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $50,226. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 1496 N Lake Way, Palm Beach FL 33480?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Palm Beach?+
At $9,000,000, this home is listed about 254% above the Palm Beach median of $2,545,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 1496 N Lake Way, Palm Beach FL 33480?+
Palm Beach Public School (elementary), Palm Beach Lakes High School (high), Conniston Middle School (middle), Glades Construction Academy At West Technical (high) — Palm Beach County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Three things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$9,000,000 runs 2181% above the PALM BEACH 33480 median — but at 2,883 sqft it's also 57% larger than the typical Palm Beach listing.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Palm Beach Public School, Palm Beach Lakes High School, Conniston Middle School, Glades Construction Academy At West Technical — Palm Beach Public School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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