245 Valencia Rd

3,910 Sq. Ft.
$4,578 / Sq. Ft.
3,910
Sq. Ft.
$4,578
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built in 1925, the ''Grand Dame'' of El Cid is the most important Historic waterfront home of its era in West Palm Beach. The architectural splendor of the roaring twenties is bountiful in this unique masterpiece from the soaring ceiling heights right down to the original hardware on the windows. After welcoming you with priceless Pecky Cypress radius top double entry doors, the wrought iron and ''cast-in-place'' concrete staircase dominates the entry foyer and serves as the centerpiece of the home....Built in 1925, the ''Grand Dame'' of El Cid is the most important Historic waterfront home of its era in West Palm Beach. The architectural splendor of the roaring twenties is bountiful in this unique masterpiece from the soaring ceiling heights right down to the original hardware on the windows. After welcoming you with priceless Pecky Cypress radius top double entry doors, the wrought iron and ''cast-in-place'' concrete staircase dominates the entry foyer and serves as the centerpiece of the home. From there, the living and family rooms are graced with original French doors that lead to the open waterfront patio. The views from every room across the massive front lawn to the Intracoastal Waterway and Palm Beach are breathtaking. The formal dining room and
  1. Listed by Stephen Simpson • William Raveis Real Estate

Property Details for 245 Valencia Road

Subdivision
EL CID
Design
< 4 Floors, Mediterranean, Old Spanish, Spanish
Waterfront
Yes
Waterfront Details
Intracoastal Front, Navigable, No Fixed Bridges, Ocean Access, Seawall
View
Bay, City, Garden, Intracoastal, Lake, Pool
Furnished
Unfurnished
Style
WF/Pool/Ocean Access
Pets Allowed
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 12/12/2025 11:13 PM

Property Details for 245 Valencia Road

StatusActive
MLS #RX-11146831
Days on Market58
Taxes$56,067 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.59 AC / 25,545 SF
CountyPalm Beach County

Location

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Building Information for 245 Valencia Road

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.59 AC / 25,545 SF

Payment Calculator

$91,914 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$87,241

Property Taxes

$4,672

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 245 Valencia Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Directions: Flagler Drive to Property
  • Geo Area: Palm Beach 5420; 5430; 5440
  • Special Info: Sold As-Is
  • Street Number: 245
  • Subdivision Complex Bldg: EL CID
  • Municipal Code: West Palm Beach
  • State: FL
  • City Postal ID: 33401
  • MLS Area: 5440
  • MLS Sub Area: PB20
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking: 2 Or More Spaces, Drive - Decorative, Driveway, Garage - Building, Garage - Detached, Guest Parking, Open Space Parking, Street Parking
  • Num Parking Spaces: 6
  • Covered Spaces: 2
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Governing Bodies: None
  • HOPA: No Hopa
  • Association Deposit: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Type of Governing Bodies: None
Property
Lot Information
  • Area: 5440
  • Front Exp: South
  • HOA Amenities: Voluntary
  • Lot Description: 1/2 to < 1 Acre, East of US-1, Irregular Lot, Public Road, Sidewalks
  • Parcel ID: 74434327210090271
  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • REO: No
  • Special Assessment: No
  • SqFt - Guest House: 1000.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4,228
  • Square Ft Source: Tax Rolls
  • Zoning: SF14(c
  • Total Floors in Building: 2.0
  • GuestHouse: 1000
  • Front Exposure: South
Property and Assessments
  • Legal Desc: EL CID S 41.66 FT OF LT 27~ LT 28 BLK 9
  • Unit Desc: Corner
  • Sq Ft Liv Area: 3910.0
  • Legal Description: EL CID S 41.66 FT OF LT 27~ LT 28 BLK 9
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable, Electric, Gas Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame Construction, Frame With Stucco, Stucco Exterior Construction
  • Equip/Appl Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Generator Whle House, Ice Maker, Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Smoke Detector, Storm Shutters, Washer, Water Heater - Elec
  • Exterior Features: Auto Sprinkler, Custom Lighting, Extra Building, Fence, Open Patio, Open Porch, Shutters, Zoned Sprinkler
  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Security: Security Sys-Owned
  • Storm Protection: None
  • Subdiv Amenities: Bike - Jog, Sidewalks
  • Waterfrontage: 138
  • Year Roof Installed: 2014
  • Gated Community YN: No
Interior Features
  • Roof: Barrel, Built-Up
  • Cooling: Central, Zoned
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood Floor
  • Heating: Central, Zoned
  • Interior Features: Bar, Built-in Shelves, Closet Cabinets, Ctdrl/Vault Ceilings, Custom Mirror, Decorative Fireplace, Entry Lvl Lvng Area, Fireplace(s), Foyer, French Door, Kitchen Island, Laundry Tub, Pantry, Volume Ceiling, Walk-in Closet, Wet Bar
  • Dining Area: Breakfast Area, Eat-In Kitchen, Formal, Snack Bar
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Guest Accommodations: Yes
  • Master Bath Features: Mstr Bdrm - Upstairs, Separate Tub
  • Master Bathroom Description: Mstr Bdrm - Upstairs, Separate Tub
  • Baths Total: 3
  • Spa: No
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom/Bath: Mstr Bdrm - Upstairs, Separate Tub
Porch
  • PatioFeatures: Patio, Porch
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Stories: 2.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pet Restrictions: Restrictions Or Possible Restrictions
  • Pets on Premises: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Property History for 245 Valencia Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #25-1905

$17,900,000
Dec 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-11146831

$17,900,000
Mar 16, 2018

Expired

RAPB #RX-10221096

$4,950,000
Mar 26, 2016

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-10221096

$4,950,000
Mar 3, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #411102873

$2,250,000
Mar 3, 2014

Sold

PBBOR #13-2255

$2,250,000
Mar 3, 2014

Sold

RAPB #RX-9986114

$2,250,000
Jan 8, 2014

Pending

PBBOR #13-2255

Jan 8, 2014

Pending

RAPB #RX-9986114

Oct 16, 2013

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #13-2255

$2,295,000
Oct 13, 2013

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-9986114

$2,295,000
Aug 23, 2013

Expired

RAPB #RX-3327396

$2,900,000
Nov 26, 2012

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-3327396

$2,900,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/15/2025

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #25-1905

$17,900,000
12/10/2025

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-11146831

$17,900,000
03/16/2018

Expired

RAPB #RX-10221096

$4,950,000
03/26/2016

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-10221096

$4,950,000
03/03/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #411102873

$2,250,000
03/03/2014

Sold

PBBOR #13-2255

$2,250,000
03/03/2014

Sold

RAPB #RX-9986114

$2,250,000
01/08/2014

Pending

PBBOR #13-2255

01/08/2014

Pending

RAPB #RX-9986114

10/16/2013

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #13-2255

$2,295,000
10/13/2013

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-9986114

$2,295,000
08/23/2013

Expired

RAPB #RX-3327396

$2,900,000
11/26/2012

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-3327396

$2,900,000

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Public Records for 245 Valencia Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$56,074 ($4,673 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,910 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,910 SqFtStories2Lot Size25,544 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1985ZoningSF14-C5CountyPALM BEACHAPN74-43-43-27-21-009-0271

Schools near 245 Valencia Road

This home is within Palm Beach.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Palm Beach Public School
PublicPK to 5

Conniston Middle School
Public6 to 8

Forest Hill Community High School
Public9 to 12

Academy For Positive Learning
CharterK to 8

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245 Valencia Road is a single family home for sale in West Palm Beach, FL 33401. This property was listed for sale on December 10, 2025 by William Raveis Real Estate, it's currently listed at $17,900,000. It has been on the market for a total of 58 days and was last sold on March 3, 2014. This listing's school district is Palm Beach. Nearby schools include Palm Beach Public School, Conniston Middle School and Forest Hill Community High School. 245 Valencia Road is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,910 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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