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Property Description
Welcome to paradise in the heart of Wellington! This beautifully updated waterfront home in the highly desirable Waterway Cove community offers the perfect combination of style, comfort, and location. From the moment you walk in, you'll notice the pride of ownership and attention to detail throughout. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious split floor plan, this move-in-ready home has been extensively upgraded with newer windows, updated flooring, renovated bathrooms, an updated kitchen, newer A/C, water heater, and more. The bright and open living spaces flow seamlessly to the screened patio overlooking peaceful canal views - the perfect place to relax or entertain. The oversized 2-car garage offers endless possibilities and can easily function as a home gym, office, workshop, game room, or ultimate man cave. Located just minutes from world-class equestrian venues, shopping, dining, parks, the Wellington Amphitheater, and top-rated schools, this home places you in the center of everything Wellington has to offer. Enjoy the convenience of a LOW HOA while living in one of Palm Beach County's most sought-after communities. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, seasonal retreat, or investment opportunity, this property checks every box. Investor-friendly community with immediate rental potential available. Homes this updated, this clean, and this well-located rarely become available under $500k in Palm Beach County! Call/text us today to setup your private tour!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1288 Waterway Cove Dr
General
- Price: $495,000
- HOA FEE: $40/month
- Taxes: $5,880 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Regional
- MLS ID: B26030685
- Updated: Today (5/22/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Family/Dining Room, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Split Bedrooms, Storage, Separate Shower, Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, In Garage, Laundry Room
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Dog Park, Sidewalks, Trail(s)
- Security/Safety: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: Satellite Dish
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Outdoor Living Area, Porch, Room For Pool
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Guest, Open, On Street
Location
- County: Palm Beach
- Subdivision: WATERWAY COVE OF WELLINGTON
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elementary School: Elbridge Gale
- Middle School: Polo Park
- High School: Wellington
Community
- Community Name: 5520
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Phoenix Management
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Reserve Fund, Trash
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
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, Shingle
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 1918
- Square Feet: 1,449
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,449 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1990
- Property Condition: Resale
Lot Features
- Property View: Canal, Garden, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Street Lights: Yes
- Sidewalks: Yes
- Lot Features: Interior Lot
- Zoning: WELL_PUD (city)
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Fenced, Gate
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Canal Access, Canal Front, Navigable Water
- Water Front View: Canal Access, Canal Front, Navigable Water
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $40
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $5,880.67
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange, FHA, Trade, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard, Listed As-Is
- Legal Description: WATERWAY COVE OF WELLINGTON LT 54
- Property ID: 73414410300000540
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Schools
Schools serving 1288 Waterway Cove Dr
School District:Palm Beach County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Elbridge Gale Elementary School 1915 Royal Fern Drive, Wellington, FL 33414 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Polo Park Middle School 11901 Lake Worth Road, Wellington, FL 33449 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Wellington High School 2101 Greenview Shores Boulevard, Wellington, FL 33414 | 9-12 | 1.9 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 1288 Waterway Cove Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/22/2026
Listed
$495,000
5.88%
MLS
9/08/2025
Sold
$467,500
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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 1288 Waterway Cove Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,863
3%
$313,227
3%
2024
$5,686
3%
$304,399
3%
2023
$5,532
-4%
$295,533
13%
2021
$5,759
7%
$261,117
-9%
2022
$5,372
-7%
$286,925
25%
2021
$5,759
25%
$228,662
20%
2019
$4,625
8%
$190,208
10%
2018
$4,274
4%
$172,916
10%
2017
$4,115
7%
$157,196
10%
2016
$3,843
8%
$142,905
10%
2015
$3,560
12%
$129,914
10%
2014
$3,165
12%
$118,104
10%
2013
$2,825
—
$107,367
—
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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1288 Waterway Cove Drive, Wellington, FL 33414 (MLS# B26030685) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1288 Waterway Cove Drive is currently listed for $495,000 and was received on May 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 1288 Waterway Cove 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.

