Never before offered for sale. The Acheson Estate is one of the last large lot estate homes on Delray's premier North Swinton Avenue. On nearly ¾ (100 x 275) of an acre this 1935 Estate is full of ''Old Delray'' Charm.
Past the white picket fence and down the long driveway beyond the main house you will find a spacious 468 square foot detached garage, and the 792 square foot detached guest cottage complete with one-bedroom, full kitchen, living room and fireplace.
The expansive lot features mature foliage and a trophy banyan tree, as well as mature mango trees. Depsite the age of this home, it is not designated historic, nor does it lie within a historic district The main house is a classic wood framed plantation style home featuring a large, screened back porch made of cypress, a perfect place for morning coffee or just to spend some time and enjoy the breeze.
The first floor features a large living and dining room featuring original floors and High ceilings with dramatic mahogany detail. The Mahogony wood was brought over on a boat from the Bahamas by Mr. Acheson himself. The first floor also features a cypress walled Florida room, spacious kitchen and laundry room, as well as a full bath. A grandiose all-wood staircase leads up to the second floor where you will find three bedrooms, two of which have a study off of the bedroom. One and a half baths on the second floor.
Sold for $2,250,000
$2,250,000
440 N Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444
4beds
2,658sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.63 Acres Lot
$4,011,000 Zestimate®
$847/sqft
$7,559 Estimated rent
Home value
$4,011,000
$3.41M - $4.73M
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Listed by:
Allyson S Sullivan PA 561-573-8883,
Lang Realty/Delray Beach
Bought with:
Sarah A Coon, 3515304
Lang Realty - Boynton Beach
Source: BeachesMLS,MLS#: R10894570
Originating MLS: BeachesMLS
Originating MLS: BeachesMLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150.8
- Dimensions: 11.6 X 13
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150.8
- Dimensions: 11.6 X 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 127.2
- Dimensions: 10.6 X 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 127.2
- Dimensions: 10.6 X 12
Den
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Den
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 X 13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 X 13
Florida room
- Level: Main
- Area: 207
- Dimensions: 9 X 23
Florida room
- Level: Main
- Area: 207
- Dimensions: 9 X 23
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 X 17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14 X 17
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 13 X 23
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 299
- Dimensions: 13 X 23
Other
- Description: office
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 X 9
Other
- Description: office
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 X 9
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9 X 10
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Built-in Features, Upper Level Primary
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,396
- Total interior livable area: 2,658 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Kitchen, Outdoor Living Area, Porch, Room For Pool
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.63 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 275
- Features: Fruit Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 12434608210120040
- Zoning: R-1-AA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Florida,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 3 Phase
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: S/D OF 8-46-43
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
Location
- Region: Delray Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $847/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,513,253
- Annual tax amount: $3,119
- Date on market: 6/3/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 43 days
- Listing terms: Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/20/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: BeachesMLS #R10989968 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2024 | Listed for rent | $8,000$3/sqft |
Source: BeachesMLS #R10989968 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2023 | Sold | $2,250,000-10%$847/sqft |
Source:  BeachesMLS #R10894570 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2023 | Pending sale | $2,500,000$941/sqft |
Source: BeachesMLS #RX-10894570 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000$941/sqft |
Source: BeachesMLS #RX-10894570 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $47,152 +1.2% | $2,513,253 -0.5% |
| 2024 | $46,596 -2.7% | $2,527,117 +0.9% |
| 2023 | $47,891 +1435.5% | $2,504,046 +1293.6% |
| 2022 | $3,119 +0.6% | $179,676 +3% |
| 2021 | $3,101 +1.1% | $174,443 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $3,068 +1.5% | $172,035 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $3,024 | $168,167 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $3,024 +4.5% | $165,031 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $2,894 +0.8% | $161,637 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $2,871 +0% | $158,312 +0.7% |
| 2015 | $2,870 -2.9% | $157,212 +0.8% |
| 2014 | $2,957 +1.5% | $155,964 +1.5% |
| 2013 | $2,914 -0.2% | $153,659 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $2,920 +1.7% | $151,090 +3% |
| 2011 | $2,871 +1.8% | $146,689 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $2,821 +6.8% | $144,521 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $2,640 +9.9% | $140,722 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $2,404 -5.8% | $140,581 +3% |
| 2007 | $2,551 -5.4% | $136,486 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $2,697 | $133,157 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $129,279 +3% |
| 2004 | $1,495 +470.5% | $125,514 +1.9% |
| 2003 | $262 -89.8% | $123,174 +2.4% |
| 2002 | $2,556 | $120,287 |
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Neighborhood: 33444
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