228 Phipps Plaza

Palm Beach, FL 33480

$6,495,000
Price
2
Beds
1,318 Sq. Ft.
$4,928 / Sq. Ft.
1,318
Sq. Ft.
$4,928
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Walk back through time as you approach architect Howard Major's personal cottage nestled in historic Phipps Plaza, one block from the Ocean in midtown Palm Beach. Built in 1941 by the renowned architect and landmarked, the classic Florida-style cottage sits in a secluded setting in the Phipps Plaza cul-de-sac, surrounded by lush greenery. Included in the purchase is an adjoining landscaped lot which has the potential for an additional structure and pool.Walk back through time as you approach architect Howard Major's personal cottage nestled in historic Phipps Plaza, one block from the Ocean in midtown Palm Beach. Built in 1941 by the renowned architect and landmarked, the classic Florida-style cottage sits in a secluded setting in the Phipps Plaza cul-de-sac, surrounded by lush greenery. Included in the purchase is an adjoining landscaped lot which has the potential for an additional structure and pool.
  1. Listed by Patrice Sewell McInerney • Brown Harris Stevens of PB

Property Details for 228 Phipps Plaza

Subdivision
PLAZA PL
Waterfront
No
Waterfront Details
None
View
Garden
Furnished
Unfurnished
Style
No Pool/No Water
LISTING UPDATED: 06/05/2025 10:58 AM

Property Details for 228 Phipps Plaza

StatusActive
MLS #RX-11062550
Days on Market156
Taxes$43,913 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / Single Family Detached
Year Built1941
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,646 SF
CountyPalm Beach County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens of PB
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Building Information for 228 Phipps Plaza

Stories1Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,646 SF

Payment Calculator

$37,689 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$34,030

Property Taxes

$3,659

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 228 Phipps Plaza

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Directions: Royal Palm Way to S County then, left to Phipps Plaza
  • Geo Area: Palm Beach 5001; 5002; 5003; 5004
  • Street Number: 228
  • Subdivision Complex Bldg: PLAZA PL
  • Municipal Code: Palm Beach
  • State: FL
  • City Postal ID: 33480
  • MLS Area: 5002
  • MLS Sub Area: PB30
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Covered Spaces: 0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Governing Bodies: None
  • HOPA: No Hopa
  • Association Deposit: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Type of Governing Bodies: None
Property
Lot Information
  • Area: 5002
  • Front Exp: East
  • HOA Amenities: None
  • Lot Description: < 1/4 Acre
  • Parcel ID: 50434322090000051
  • Property Group ID: 19990816212109142258000000
  • REO: No
  • Special Assessment: No
  • Sq Ft Total: 1,579
  • Square Ft Source: Tax Rolls
  • Zoning: R-C(ci
  • Front Exposure: East
Property and Assessments
  • Legal Desc: PLAZA PL IN E 65 FT OF LT 5 & LT 5-A
  • Sq Ft Liv Area: 1318.0
  • Legal Description: PLAZA PL IN E 65 FT OF LT 5 & LT 5-A
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable, Electric, Gas Natural, Public Sewer, Public Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Cbs Construction
  • Equip/Appl Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range - Gas, Washer
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio
  • Private Pool: No
  • Storm Protection: None
  • Subdiv Amenities: None
  • Gated Community YN: No
Interior Features
  • Roof: Comp Shingle
  • Cooling: Central
  • Flooring: Wood Floor
  • Heating: Central
  • Interior Features: Fireplace(s)
  • Window Treatments: Double Hung Wood
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Guest Accommodations: No
  • Master Bath Features: None
  • Master Bathroom Description: None
  • Baths Total: 2
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom/Bath: None
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Stories: 1.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets on Premises: No
  • Pets Allowed: No

Property History for 228 Phipps Plaza

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2025

Price Change

PBBOR #25-296

$6,495,000
Mar 25, 2025

Price Change

RAPB #RX-11062550

$6,495,000
Feb 14, 2025

Price Change

PBBOR #25-296

$6,750,000
Feb 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #25-296

$6,495,000
Feb 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-11062550

$6,750,000
Aug 23, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #225527098

$950,000
Aug 23, 2007

Sold

PBBOR #07-2192

$950,000
Jul 24, 2007

Pending

PBBOR #07-2192

Jun 25, 2007

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #07-2192

$1,100,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2025

Price Change

PBBOR #25-296

$6,495,000
03/25/2025

Price Change

RAPB #RX-11062550

$6,495,000
02/14/2025

Price Change

PBBOR #25-296

$6,750,000
02/14/2025

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #25-296

$6,495,000
02/12/2025

Listed (Active)

RAPB #RX-11062550

$6,750,000
08/23/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #225527098

$950,000
08/23/2007

Sold

PBBOR #07-2192

$950,000
07/24/2007

Pending

PBBOR #07-2192

06/25/2007

Listed (Active)

PBBOR #07-2192

$1,100,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 228 Phipps Plaza

Taxable ValueLand$4,341,875Additions$146,959Total$4,488,834
Tax Record2024$43,913 ($3,659 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,318 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,318 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,948 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1980ZoningR-CCountyPALM BEACHAPN50-43-43-22-09-000-0051

Schools near 228 Phipps Plaza

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

Conniston Middle School
Public6 to 8

Forest Hill Community High School
Public9 to 12

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228 Phipps Plaza is a single family home for sale in Palm Beach, FL 33480. This property was listed for sale on February 12, 2025 by Brown Harris Stevens of PB, it's currently listed at $6,495,000. It has been on the market for a total of 156 days and was last sold on August 23, 2007. This listing's school district is Palm Beach. Nearby schools include Palm Beach Public School, Conniston Middle School and Forest Hill Community High School. 228 Phipps Plaza is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,318 sqft single family home built in 1941.

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