NOT LISTED FOR SALE

149 Root Trail Palm Beach, FL 33480

North End Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,797,000 - $4,513,732

2 Beds
2 Baths
936 Sq Ft
$3,782/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 01, 2020

Last sale price $1,511,800 $1,615 Per Sq Ft

Est. 134% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,149/month

113 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat Ramp
  • Golf Course Community
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Palm Beach Public School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Marble Flooring

About This Home

As of October 2020

Just steps from town and the beach, the most charming cottage on Root Trail is now available for sale. Exquisitely renovated with landscaping designed by Fernando Wong, this historic two bedroom, two bath home is replete with 12' vaulted cypress ceilings, extensive built-ins, hardwood floors, marble countertops, top-of-the-line appliances, hurricane impact windows, clever storage, gas lanterns and private outdoor space (including a shower). 149 Root Trail is conveniently within walking distance to some of the finest shopping, dining, and beaches on the Island. Also nearby are everyday conveniences such as Publix, Green's Pharmacy, Amici Market, The Royal Poinciana Plaza and numerous financial institutions.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth DeWoody

Compass Florida LLC License #3293657 Listed on: 06/01/2020

Compass Florida LLC

Co-Listed By

Peter Conn

Compass Florida LLC License #3442234

Last Buyer's Agent

Frances Frisbie

The Corcoran Group License #3290923

The Corcoran Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,390

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 1,708 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Frame Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 936 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Garden Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Closet Cabinetry
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 50434314120000072

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Roots Subdivision

Recreation

  • Boat Ramp
  • Boating
  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,390

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

1,708 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Directions: North/South on N Country Road, East on Root Trail.
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Architectural Style: Florida, Traditional
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Bathtub, Closet Cabinetry, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo, Main Level Primary, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Freezer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Marble, Wood
  • Living Area: 936.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Living Area
  • View: Garden
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: < 1/4 Acre
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Property Condition: Resale

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: No
  • Parking Features: On Street

Utilities

  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: 3 Phase
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Community Features: Boat Facilities
  • Senior Community: No
  • Amenities: Boating, Golf Course, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: No Pet Restrictions, Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 50434314120000072
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size: 31.0 ft x 56.0 ft
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1742.4
  • Mobile Dim Units: Feet
  • Zoning: R-C(ci

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12389.9

Matterport 3D Tour

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2023
Sold by
Whitmore Edward D and Whitmore Dana Power
Bought by
Whitmore Edward D and Whitmore Dana Power
Current Estimated Value
$3,539,933

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 16, 2022
Sold by
Leuliette Island Properties Llc
Bought by
Whitmore Edward D

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2020
Closed on
Oct 25, 2020
Sold by
Leuliette Timothy D and Leuliette Timothy D
Bought by
Leuliette Island Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth DeWoody
Compass Florida LLC
Buyer's Agent
Frances Frisbie
The Corcoran Group
List Price
$1,950,000
Sold Price
$1,511,800
Premium/Discount to List
-$438,200
-22.47%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.13%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 8, 2018
Closed on
Jan 14, 2019
Sold by
Maass David R and Maass Nicole K
Bought by
Franzen Jeff Bryan and Jeff Bryan Frnzen Revocable Li
Seller's Agent
Patricia Mahaney
Sotheby's Intl. Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth DeWoody
Compass Florida LLC
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-5.96%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.46%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 6, 2015
Sold by
Maass Robb R and Maass David R
Bought by
Maass David R and Maass Nicole K

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2013
Closed on
Jan 22, 2014
Sold by
Hershey Colin H
Bought by
Maass Robb R and Maass David R
Seller's Agent
M J MCELWANEY
NV Realty Group LLC
Buyer's Agent
PATRICIA MAHANEY
COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE
List Price
$762,500
Sold Price
$762,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.56%
Original Mortgage
$543,750
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2010
Sold by
Hershey Colin Harry
Bought by
Hershey Colin H
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Whitmore Edward D -- --
Whitmore Edward D $2,337,000 Gunster Yoakley & Stewart Pa
Leuliette Island Properties Llc -- Attorney
Franzen Jeff Bryan $1,500,000 Attorney
Maass David R $267,156 None Available
Maass Robb R $762,500 None Available
Hershey Colin H -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Maass Robb R $543,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Sold $1,511,800 -22.5% $1,615 / Sq Ft
09/01/2020 09/01/20 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2020 06/01/20 For Sale $1,950,000 +30.0% $2,083 / Sq Ft
01/15/2019 01/15/19 Sold $1,500,000 -6.0% $1,603 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/16/2018 12/16/18 Pending -- -- --
11/08/2018 11/08/18 For Sale $1,595,000 +109.2% $1,704 / Sq Ft
01/24/2014 01/24/14 Sold $762,500 0.0% $815 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/24/2014 01/24/14 Sold $762,500 0.0% $815 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/25/2013 12/25/13 Pending -- -- --
12/25/2013 12/25/13 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2013 10/24/13 For Sale $762,500 -30.7% $815 / Sq Ft
11/04/2011 11/04/11 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $1,175 / Sq Ft
Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $34,951 $3,212,100 -- --
2024 $34,951 $2,287,002 -- --
2023 $35,402 $2,300,296 $1,841,600 $458,696
2022 $23,446 $1,306,766 $0 $0
2021 $20,206 $1,187,969 $970,800 $217,169
2020 $16,694 $995,914 $900,000 $95,914
2019 $12,435 $723,136 $0 $0
2018 $11,839 $709,653 $0 $0
2017 $11,819 $695,057 $0 $0
2016 $11,196 $680,761 $0 $0
2015 $11,412 $667,046 $0 $0
2014 $12,018 $652,665 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Elizabeth DeWoody

    Compass Florida LLC

    (561) 308-0931

    23 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Elizabeth DeWoody
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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Peter Conn

    Compass Florida LLC

    (561) 596-2108

    5 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Peter Conn
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Frances Frisbie

    The Corcoran Group

    (215) 353-8636

    8 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Frances Frisbie
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    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Patricia Mahaney

    Sotheby's Intl. Realty, Inc.

    (561) 352-1066

    11 in this area

    50 Total Sales

    Patricia Mahaney
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    Seller's Agent in 2014

    M J MCELWANEY

    NV Realty Group LLC

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Mary Jane McElwaney

    Nicklaus Vance

    (561) 339-9510

    9 Total Sales

    Mary Jane McElwaney
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Map

Source: BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

MLS Number: R10626966

BeachesMLS (Greater Fort Lauderdale)

APN: 50-43-43-14-12-000-0072

Florida Palm Beach County Palm Beach 33480 North End

149 Root Trail, Palm Beach, FL

Not Listed for Sale

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