185 Thornton Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, 33418
About This Home
Set on nearly half an acre backing the Palmer golf course, this two-story estate offers 5BR, 4.5 BA + study and 4,134 SF under air. Located within the privately gated Preston community, this home offers solid bones, a spacious layout, and ideal opportunity to personalize. The first-floor primary suite is a private retreat with patio access and an expansive en-suite bath. Formal living and dining rooms are anchored by a striking fireplace wall, while the open-concept family room, kitchen, and casual dining area create an inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, two guest bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath, while a separate first-floor guest suite offers added privacy. Enjoy a screened patio with pool and spa overlooking the course. Additional highlights include a dedicated study, flexible workspace, impact windows, and key updates: roof 2024, appliances 2022, water heaters 2025/2021, and pool pump 2026.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1988
Materials
- Roof: Concrete
- Construction materials: Stucco,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Cooktop,Dryer,Dishwasher,Electric Water Heater,Gas Cooktop,Oven,Refrigerator,Water Heater,Wine Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: Inside,Laundry Room,Laundry Tub,Sink,Washer Dryer Install Allowed
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Breakfast Bar,Built-in Features,Breakfast Area,Bathtub,Dining Area,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Dual Sinks,Kitchen Island,Custom Mirrors,Main Level Primary,Soaking Tub,Separate Shower,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
- Door features: French Doors
- Window features: Arched,Blinds,Drapes,Plantation Shutters,Skylight(s),Sliding
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,081
- Total interior livable area: 4,134 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 52424215120000780
- Zoning: PCD (city)
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground,Screen Enclosure,Association
- Patio & porch: Patio,Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Living Area,Outdoor Shower
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: In Ground
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Golf Course
Lot
- Lot size: 0.40 Acres
- Features: On Golf Course,1/4 to 1/2 Acre Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hurricane
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Wildfire
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Palm Beach County and Florida
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $9,076 | $108,912 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,283 | $15,396 |
| Property Taxes | $2,666 | $31,992 |
| Electricity | $416 | $4,992 |
| Total | $13,441 | $161,292 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Florida FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-28 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000 |
| 1995-05-01 | Sold | $570,000 |
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