Nestled on a rare .78-acre cul-de-sac lot on the Near Town North End of Palm Beach Island, this Michael Burrows-designed residence is a masterclass in organic elegance. Spanning an impressive 8,746 total square feet, the home manages a remarkable feat: it is breathtakingly expansive yet remains refined, unpretentious, deeply comfortable, and bathed in natural light--a secluded sanctuary located moments from the heart of town. Every inch of the property was intentionally designed to foster an intimate connection with the surrounding landscape. Upon entry, a glass-walled foyer offers immediate views of the spectacularly serene pool and gardens, creating a magical atmosphere reminiscent of a private retreat in Bali or Thailand. This hallway doubles as an expansive gallery, providing a sophisticated backdrop for a significant collection of art and sculpture. The heart of the home features soaring open-beamed 22 ft high wood ceilings from redwood trees in Northern California, punctuated by skylights, where the sun filters in at different angles throughout the seasons. Walls of glass disappear to connect the interior living spaces to an 80- foot covered loggia. This outdoor room serves as a true respite from the heat, perfectly positioned to keep direct sun out while ensuring the interior remains bathed in soft, natural light. For cooler evenings, a shared fireplace offers a warm focal point between the formal living room and the library. The east wing is dedicated entirely to the primary suite, a private haven that transcends the traditional bedroom. Here, Burrows incorporated a poetic architectural marvel: a unique triangular "moon window." Precisely angled to frame the night sky, it allows the silver glow of the moon to drift across the room, inviting you to stargaze from the comfort of your pillows. It is a space designed for dreaming, where the rhythm of the lunar cycle becomes a personal backdrop to your evening retreat. This is a residence where the architecture bows to the landscape, offering a lifestyle of quiet sophistication and harmony with the lush Palm Beach environment. It is, quite simply, the most perfectly designed house for those seeking a soulful, artistic retreat.
For sale
$25,950,000
6 La Costa Way, Palm Beach, FL 33480
4beds
6,586sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1996
0.78 Acres Lot
$22,818,800 Zestimate®
$3,940/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive galleryBathed in natural lightGlass-walled foyer
- 74 days
- 764
- 29
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
ELIZABETH DeWOODY 561-308-0931,
Compass Florida, LLC
Source: Palm Beach BOR,MLS#: 26-922
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 529
- Dimensions: 23 x 23
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 374
- Dimensions: 22 x 17
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 589
- Dimensions: 31 x 19
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Other
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,746
- Total interior livable area: 6,586 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.78 Acres
- Dimensions: 180
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 50434310280000050
- Zoning: RB
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Concrete
- Roof: Barrel
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Palama Estates
Location
- Region: Palm Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $3,940/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $17,169,327
- Annual tax amount: $204,162
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$22,818,800
$21.45M - $24.42M
$122,421/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $25,950,000+257.9%$3,940/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 10/31/2013 | Listing removed | $7,250,000+7.4%$1,101/sqft |
Source: Brown Harris Stevens #2000002882 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2013 | Sold | $6,750,000-6.9%$1,025/sqft |
Source: Palm Beach BOR #12-60 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2013 | Listed for sale | $7,250,000+26.1%$1,101/sqft |
Source: Brown Harris Stevens #2000002882 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2002 | Sold | $5,750,000+379.2%$873/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/1994 | Sold | $1,200,000$182/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $204,162 -0.8% | $10,930,401 +10% |
| 2024 | $205,769 +4.3% | $9,936,728 +10% |
| 2023 | $197,378 +17.6% | $9,033,389 +10% |
| 2022 | $167,768 +36% | $8,212,172 +10% |
| 2021 | $123,317 -13.1% | $7,465,611 -11.9% |
| 2020 | $141,952 +6.6% | $8,475,661 +8.5% |
| 2019 | $133,203 | $7,811,018 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $133,203 +8% | $7,433,561 -1.9% |
| 2017 | $123,317 -1.7% | $7,576,145 +14.4% |
| 2016 | $125,460 +8.1% | $6,624,250 +10% |
| 2015 | $116,006 +12.4% | $6,022,045 +6% |
| 2014 | $103,243 +14.6% | $5,679,951 +13.1% |
| 2013 | $90,072 +0.1% | $5,021,091 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $89,974 -10.4% | $4,937,159 -8.3% |
| 2011 | $100,455 +0.5% | $5,382,553 +1.5% |
| 2010 | $99,946 +6.5% | $5,303,008 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $93,878 +8% | $5,163,591 +0.1% |
| 2008 | $86,943 +3.5% | $5,158,433 +3% |
| 2007 | $84,002 -6.2% | $5,008,187 +2.5% |
| 2006 | $89,582 | $4,886,036 +3% |
| 2005 | -- | $4,743,724 +3% |
| 2004 | $49,924 +47903.8% | $4,605,557 +0.4% |
| 2003 | $104 -99.8% | $4,585,492 +40.4% |
| 2002 | $65,324 -18.5% | $3,264,958 -17.3% |
| 2001 | $80,186 +47.3% | $3,949,981 +49.9% |
| 2000 | $54,441 +11.3% | $2,634,735 +11.6% |
| 1999 | $48,927 | $2,361,390 |
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