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Property Description
Welcome to this beautifully updated waterfront home in the heart of Wellington! This 4-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location. Step inside to find a bright and open living space featuring tile flooring throughout the main areas and a thoughtfully renovated kitchen complete with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and warm wood cabinetry perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The bedrooms offer a cozy retreat with soft carpeting, while both bathrooms have been tastefully updated with modern vanities and custom tile showers. Enjoy peace of mind with recent updates including fresh interior and exterior paint, upgraded lighting, and ceiling fans throughout. Step outside and take in serene water views, creating the ideal backdrop
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1262 Essex Dr
General
- Price: $699,000
- Taxes: $9,881 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Regional
- MLS ID: B26015998
- Updated: 4/17/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Primary, Split Bedrooms, Separate Shower
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Inside, Laundry Room, Laundry Tub, Sink
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Barbecue, Outdoor Living Area
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage
Location
- County: Palm Beach
- Subdivision: SOUTH SHORE 1 OF WELLINGTON
- Direction Faces: West
School Information
- Elementary School: Wellington
- Middle School: Wellington Landings
- High School: Wellington
Community
- Community Name: 5520
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric, Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Sewer Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Structure Type: House
- Construction: Block, Stucco
- Roof: Composition, Rolled/Hot Mop, Shingle
- Doors: French Doors
- Entry Location: Entry Level Living Area Y
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 2806
- Square Feet: 2,262
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 2,262 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1976
- Property Condition: Resale
Lot Features
- Property View: Canal, Garden, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Lot Features: 1/4 Acre
- Zoning: WELL_P
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Canal Access, Canal Front
- Water Front View: Canal Access, Canal Front
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $9,881
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard, Listed As-Is
- Legal Description: SOUTH SHORE NO 1 OF WELLINGTONLT 1 BLK 21
- Property ID: 73414410010210010
Listed by Carolina Orsini LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 1262 Essex Dr
School District:Palm Beach County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wellington Elementary School 13000 Paddock Drive, Wellington, FL 33414 | PK-5 | 1.2 mi |
Wellington Landings Middle School 1100 Aero Club Drive, Wellington, FL 33414 | 6-8 | 2.8 mi |
Wellington High School 2101 Greenview Shores Boulevard, Wellington, FL 33414 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1262 Essex Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/17/2026
Listed
$699,000
47.16%
MLS
9/30/2021
Sold
$475,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1262 Essex Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$9,864
1%
$531,729
—
2024
$9,812
-7%
$529,500
2%
2023
$10,577
52%
$521,128
62%
2021
$6,971
-30%
$322,215
-33%
2022
$9,979
43%
$484,009
60%
2021
$6,971
8%
$302,797
4%
2019
$6,449
12%
$291,661
10%
2018
$5,761
4%
$265,146
7%
2017
$5,519
4%
$248,005
10%
2016
$5,316
4%
$225,459
10%
2015
$5,109
9%
$204,963
10%
2014
$4,682
13%
$186,330
10%
2013
$4,148
—
$169,391
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1262 Essex Drive, Wellington, FL 33414 (MLS# B26015998) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1262 Essex Drive is currently listed for $699,000 and was received on April 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 1262 Essex Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wellington? You can browse all Wellington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

