This historically designated 1926 Spanish Colonial in the SoSo neighborhood of West Palm Beach sits on a parcel originally part of Richard Hone's pineapple plantation, later subdivided in the 1920s by Chicago developer and architect William Ohlhaber as part of the Belair tract. The main residence was fully renovated in 2016 with all new plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, and a detached guest cottage provides a separate one-bedroom, one-bathroom structure on the same lot.
This historically designated 1926 Spanish Colonial in the SoSo neighborhood of West Palm Beach sits on a parcel originally part of Richard Hone's pineapple plantation, later subdivided in the 1920s by Chicago developer and architect William Ohlhaber as part of the Belair tract. The main residence was fully renovated in 2016 with all new plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems, and a detached guest cottage provides a separate one-bedroom, one-bathroom structure on the same lot.
History & Historic Designation
The Belair tract is one of West Palm Beach's earliest subdivisions, designated historic in 1993. That designation carries implications for exterior modifications, which must typically comply with local historic preservation guidelines. Buyers should anticipate a certificate of appropriateness process for any changes to the facade, roofline, or street-facing elements. The property's position just south of Southern Boulevard places it squarely in the SoSo section, which has seen sustained reinvestment over the past decade as proximity to the Intracoastal and Antique Row drives demand for walkable, historically intact housing stock.
Interior Layout & Finishes
The main residence contains three bedrooms and two bathrooms within an open floor plan. Engineered wide-plank oak flooring runs throughout, and a dual-sided wood-burning fireplace anchors the living areas. The kitchen features Carrara marble countertops, subway tile backsplash, and custom shaker-style cabinetry. Both bathrooms are finished with marble vanities.
The detached guest cottage offers one bedroom and one bathroom with wood-look tile in the living area and a Carrara marble bathroom. This structure functions independently, suitable for guests, a private office, or rental income generation. The property has been operating as a short-term rental.
Outdoor Living & Grounds
The lot is improved with an Old Chicago brick driveway and walkways, a fully integrated irrigation system, and a Sonos sound system extending from interior to exterior. A heated saltwater pool with spa jets, fountains, ambient lighting, and a heater/chiller was installed in 2022. The roof was replaced in 2021. The pool area is fenced and private, oriented toward garden views.
Location & Access
The property is within walking distance of the Intracoastal Waterway and sits close to Antique Row, Clematis Street dining, and the shops at Rosemary Square (CityPlace). Palm Beach International Airport is approximately a seven-minute drive. The Flagler Memorial Bridge to Palm Beach Island is less than two miles north. For a 0.14-acre lot in a historic district at this location, the land-to-improvement ratio reflects the premium that walkability and bridge proximity command in SoSo relative to non-designated neighborhoods further west.
Key Features
- Historically designated 1926 residence in the Belair tract, designated 1993
- Full 2016 renovation: new plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems
- Dual-sided wood-burning fireplace
- Carrara marble countertops and bathroom vanities throughout
- Detached one-bedroom, one-bathroom guest cottage
- Heated saltwater pool with spa jets, fountains, and heater/chiller (2022)
- Roof replaced in 2021
- Old Chicago brick driveway and walkways with integrated irrigation
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