1701 S Olive Avenue

West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Built in 1918, 1701-1703 S. Olive Avenue is a masonry vernacular property offering a seldom-found blend of historic character, enduring construction, and future flexibility. Both the main residence and carriage house are built of full concrete block up to the roof, giving the property unusual substance and permanence for its era. Currently arranged as three living spaces, it offers immediate versatility and a compelling opportunity to reimagine a distinctive historic property as a beautiful single-family home with guest apartment, ready for its next evolution in downtown West Palm Beach. Located in the Mango Promenade Historic District, 1701-1703 S. Olive Avenue offers exceptional proximity to many of the destinations that define downtown West Palm Beach living, including the Intracoastal, Palm Beach, CityPlace, the Norton Museum, and favored local spots such as Hive Bakery & Café, Table 26, Grato, Buccan Sandwich Shop, and Civil Society Brewing. Set among a charming historic streetscape with convenient access through El Cid and surrounding neighborhoods, the property is well positioned near dining, shopping, culture, waterfront destinations, and the energy of downtown. The detached carriage house adds meaningful flexibility for a variety of ownership approaches, whether a buyer is seeking a primary residence with guest space, multigenerational living, creative studio or office use, or supplemental income potential. Public records reflect MF32-C1 zoning. Buyer to independently verify zoning, permitted uses, historic district requirements, approvals, and any intended use, occupancy, rental, reconfiguration, or redevelopment with the City of West Palm Beach and all applicable authorities. A seldom-found opportunity to steward a historic property of real substance and take it into its next evolution in downtown West Palm Beach.

Listing courtesy of Sotheby's Intl. Realty, Inc.



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