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Recently Sold Homes in Essex at Poinciana
Recent closed sales in Essex at Poinciana, a read on what homes here actually sell for.
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About Essex at Poinciana
Essex at Poinciana, Lake Worth, FL, is a community in Palm Beach County with 1 home for sale right now. Construction dates to 1982. Listings update from the MLS nightly.
Recently Sold in Essex at Poinciana
What homes sell for in Essex at Poinciana
Recent sales are the most reliable guide to value in Essex at Poinciana. Closed prices show what buyers actually paid, which matters far more than asking prices when you are pricing a home to sell or preparing an offer. A sold history also shows how long homes in Essex at Poinciana sat before closing and whether they went for over or under asking, and both shape a smart pricing or offer strategy. Closings turn over constantly, so a quiet stretch does not mean the market stopped, only that the most recent sales are already on record and the next ones have not closed yet. For a true read on value, the closest comparable homes matter more than any single headline figure. Pure Equity can pull a full sold report for Essex at Poinciana with the detail behind each sale, or a valuation built from the most comparable recent closings.
Market & Value
Essex at Poinciana market and home values
Recent activity is the clearest guide to value in Essex at Poinciana. The median list price in Essex at Poinciana is around $129,999, or roughly $112 per square foot. That sits about 73% below the Palm Beach County median, which shows where Essex at Poinciana lands in the local market. Homes here have recently taken about 69 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Essex at Poinciana market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Essex at Poinciana carry more weight than any headline number, since homes of the same type and size set the real range. Pure Equity can pull the active and recently sold homes in Essex at Poinciana so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
Who It Suits
Is Essex at Poinciana right for you?
Whether Essex at Poinciana fits you comes down to how you plan to live here. Essex at Poinciana suits a range of buyers, from first-time owners to move-up families, who want a home in Lake Worth with the everyday conveniences of the area close by. On price, Essex at Poinciana sits toward the more attainable end of the market, which draws first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. Whether Essex at Poinciana is right for you depends on how you plan to use the home, full time or seasonally, and Pure Equity can walk you through the tradeoffs before you commit.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Living in Essex at Poinciana
Essex at Poinciana is a residential neighborhood, and its homeowners association maintains the shared areas and community standards.
Location
Essex at Poinciana location
Essex at Poinciana sits in Lake Worth, part of Palm Beach County, Florida. The Lake Worth area's shopping, dining, schools, and parks are all nearby, and the region's job centers, beaches, and airports are within driving distance.
Buying in Essex at Poinciana
Buying a home in Essex at Poinciana
If a home in Essex at Poinciana catches your eye here, the buying process follows the same path as the rest of Palm Beach County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Palm Beach County is about $3,600. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Lake Worth means you see new listings in Essex at Poinciana the day they reach the market.
Selling in Essex at Poinciana
Selling a home in Essex at Poinciana
Thinking of selling in Essex at Poinciana? A successful sale here comes down to pricing, presentation, and marketing. List prices in Essex at Poinciana currently center around $129,999, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Essex at Poinciana owners in Lake Worth, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many homes are for sale in Essex at Poinciana?
- There are 1 active listings for sale in Essex at Poinciana right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. Prices sit in a narrow band here, so homes in Essex at Poinciana tend to compete directly with each other. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Essex at Poinciana listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Essex at Poinciana?
- The median list price in Essex at Poinciana is $129,999, or roughly $112 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Essex at Poinciana homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $129,999 to $129,999. Treat it as a gauge of the Essex at Poinciana market rather than a valuation for any one home, since price turns on size, condition and location. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Essex at Poinciana cover?
- Homes for sale in Essex at Poinciana currently range from about $129,999 at the entry level to $129,999 at the top of the market. That spread reflects the local mix, from smaller condos and townhomes up to larger single-family and luxury homes, with the median list price around $129,999. The spread is tight, which usually points to a consistent housing stock rather than a mix of sizes and eras. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Essex at Poinciana listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Essex at Poinciana?
- Homes in Essex at Poinciana are averaging 69 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a measured pace, which usually leaves buyers room to negotiate and makes pricing at the outset matter more for sellers. Days on market in Essex at Poinciana also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
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What is your Essex at Poinciana home worth?
Online estimates miss what makes a home different. Tell us about yours and a licensed listing agent will send you a pricing opinion based on what has actually closed near you in Essex at Poinciana.
Listing agents and seller representation in Essex at Poinciana
Thinking about selling in Essex at Poinciana? The agent you pick shapes two numbers: what your home closes for, and how long it takes. A listing agent, also called a seller's agent, prices the property against what has actually closed nearby. They also prepare and market it, screen the offers that arrive, and negotiate the terms rather than just the price.
Conditions in Essex at Poinciana sit close to balanced, which rewards sellers who price against real closed sales instead of neighboring asking prices. Homes here are averaging about 69 days from listing to accepted offer, so build that into your moving timeline.
Community-level detail matters most here. Association rules, what the fees cover, and which buildings sell fastest all affect your outcome. So does whether a buyer needs board approval before closing. None of it appears in a listing description. All of it decides whether a sale closes on time.
Pure Equity is a licensed Florida brokerage serving Essex at Poinciana. Onias Derilus is the broker of record, Florida Real Estate Broker license BK3276618. A broker holds a higher license than an agent working under one. In practice that means the person advising you on price is also the one legally responsible for the file. That matters most when a deal gets complicated.
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Realtors and real estate agents serving Essex at Poinciana
People search for realtors, real estate agents, and real estate brokers more or less interchangeably. For most purposes the job title matters less than licensing and representation. Every licensed agent in Florida works under a broker. That broker carries final responsibility for the transaction.
What separates real estate professionals in Essex at Poinciana is specificity. Can they answer questions about your street, not just your city? Ask what they have closed nearby and how they arrived at a price. A grounded answer cites particular recent sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Vague reassurance is the warning sign.
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Buyer's agents in Essex at Poinciana
A buyer's agent represents the purchaser rather than the owner. They identify properties that actually fit and research what comparable homes sold for, not what they asked. They also advise on offer strategy. Finally, they manage inspection and financing deadlines through to closing.
Where buyers have room to negotiate, as they do in Essex at Poinciana, the leverage is only worth something if you know where it exists and what to ask for. If you are buying and selling at the same time, which is common for people moving within Palm Beach County, sequencing the two is its own skill: contingencies, timing, and what happens if one closing slips all need planning before either home goes on the market.
What representation costs
Real estate commissions are negotiable. No law, multiple listing service, or association sets them. If an agent tells you there is a standard rate, they are misinforming you. What you pay is agreed between you and the brokerage you hire. Get it in writing before the work begins.
Industry rules changed in 2024. Now a buyer and their agent must put compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes together. Sellers may still offer to contribute toward the buyer's side. However, that is negotiated rather than assumed. It is worth thinking through with your listing agent before you go live.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in Essex at Poinciana?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Essex at Poinciana, and how did they arrive at their suggested price? A grounded answer names recent closed sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. With a median around $129,999 here, the gap between realistic pricing guidance and optimistic guidance is real money. Verify the license too. Florida licenses are public and searchable through the state's DBPR portal. Pure Equity is a licensed brokerage serving Palm Beach County. You can reach the broker directly at (561) 835-5400.
What does a seller's agent actually do?
A seller's agent prices the home against comparable closed sales. Before it goes live, they advise on repairs and presentation. Then they handle photography and marketing, and put the home in front of buyers and other agents. When offers arrive, they screen them and negotiate both price and terms. Terms matter as much as the number, because inspection windows, financing contingencies, and closing dates all affect whether an offer reaches the closing table.
How much does a real estate agent cost in Essex at Poinciana?
Commissions are fully negotiable. No law or real estate board sets them. What you pay is whatever you and your brokerage agree to in writing before work begins. Since the 2024 rule changes, buyers and their agents must agree compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes. Any seller contribution toward the buyer's side is negotiated rather than automatic. Ask any agent you interview to put their fee in writing.
What is the difference between a realtor, a real estate agent, and a broker?
A real estate agent holds a state license to represent buyers and sellers. A broker holds a higher-level license and can operate a brokerage. That broker also carries final legal responsibility for the office's transactions. Realtor is a membership term for agents belonging to the National Association of Realtors. For someone buying or selling in Essex at Poinciana, three practical questions matter. Is the person licensed, who do they represent in your transaction, and what can they actually tell you about your local market?
Do I need an agent to buy a home in Essex at Poinciana?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Essex at Poinciana do. A buyer's agent handles the parts that are easy to get wrong. That means identifying what comparable homes actually closed for, spotting condition or association issues early, and managing inspection and financing deadlines. Even in a slower market, negotiating room is only useful if you know where it exists.
Can one agent help me sell my current home and buy the next one?
Yes. For people moving within Palm Beach County it is often the more practical route, because one person coordinates both timelines. Sequencing is the hard part. Should your purchase be contingent on your sale? How would you cover a gap if the closings do not line up? What happens if one side is delayed? Plan all of that before either home is listed, rather than after an offer arrives.
Public Records
Look up Essex at Poinciana property records
Anything on this page that affects what a home costs to own, assessed value, exemptions, flood zone, is published by a public agency. These are the official sources, not our summaries of them.
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
Assessed value, homestead exemption status, and recorded sales history for any parcel.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Look up the official flood zone for an address before you budget for insurance.
Florida Department of Revenue, property taxes
How Florida assesses property, and which exemptions you can claim.
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