3216 Karen Drive, Delray Beach FL 33483

The residence

About this property

PET FRIENDLY private gated home with large private fenced yard with room for pool. Located in the highly sought after TradeWinds neighborhood across the street from the multi-million-dollar properties on the direct Intracoastal in the East Delray Beach/Gulf Stream Florida. One level living, addition was built in 2007 with renovated kitchen & family room. Move-in ready, instant Approvals (NO HOA). Off-street parking with room for RV or Boat Parking behind the private gate. Great for buyers seeking a comfortable home or instant vacation rental/Airbnb income - BUILDERS and INVESTORS WELCOME! Located in Unincorporated Palm Beach County, offering builder-friendly codes, county-only taxes, no HOA, and public water/sewer for seamless redevelopment. Some photos were virtually staged. Welcome to one of the best redevelopment opportunities in East Delray Beach.Tradewinds Estates is one of East Delray Beach's most sought-after Intracoastal neighborhoods, where quiet coastal living meets exceptional long-term upside. 3216 Karen Drive offers a rare hybrid opportunity: enjoy the home now, generate rental income immediately, or plan a future luxury dream home. This single-story home has strong short-term rental history located in unincorporated Palm Beach County that offers advantages rarely found this close to the water. No mandatory HOA fees or rules, No rental restrictions (Airbnb/short-term friendly), Builder-friendly county codes (not subject to city restrictions), County-only property taxes and public water & sewer. This property is move-in ready with tile and wood flooring, recent addition built in 2007 added a new kitchen, family room and Florida room along the large fenced backyard with room for a pool, making it ideal as a full-time residence or instant income generator through Airbnb, seasonal rentals, or short-term stays. Located in Unincorporated Palm Beach County, owners benefit from more flexible building codes, county-only taxes, and public water/sewer perfect conditions for future redevelopment. The best long-term use is to build a luxury home that follows the proven success of nearby new builds that have sold. Tradewinds is undergoing a major transformation, with multiple multimillion-dollar homes recently completed or under construction. Plan your new luxury home just minutes to the Intracoastal, Atlantic Ave, and Delray's beaches. This high-demand location is undergoing rapid luxury transformation just minutes to Atlantic Avenue's award-winning dining and entertainment, top beaches, and the best of Delray Beach located is between West Palm Beach & Fort Lauderdale. Whether you are a homeowner seeking coastal living, an investor looking for immediate rental income, or a buyer planning to build a future luxury estate in a proven appreciation corridor, 3216 Karen Drive delivers flexibility, lifestyle, and upside in one of the fastest-evolving coastal neighborhoods in Palm Beach County Florida. Some photos were virtually staged.

At a glance

Property details

Property type

Single Family Residence

Listing type

For sale

Status

Active

Bedrooms

2

Bathrooms

2

Living area

1,888 sq. ft.

Year built

1954

Lot size

9,838 sq. ft.

Subdivision

TRADE WINDS ESTATES FIRST ,TradeWinds Estates

County

Palm Beach County

Days on market

151

Original list price

$2,000,000

Listing date

May 16, 2026

MLS record updated

October 14, 2026

Annual property tax

$11,446 (2025)

Listing agent

Robert S MacKinnon

Listing office

EXP Realty LLC

MLS number

B26029411