Unit at a Glance

The Two Buckets — And the Third Option

Almost every Century Village listing falls into one of two buckets:

• Bucket one: Original 1973 interiors — original kitchens, baths, A/C, water heater. No impact windows. Screened balcony only.
• Bucket two: Partially renovated — new flooring but old A/C, new kitchen but original baths, some impact windows and some not. Work done at different times by different owners.

What buyers want — but rarely see — is a third option: a unit where everything major is already done, and done coherently.

That’s what 229 Chatham K is.

What “Fully Updated” Actually Means Here

This isn’t surface-level work:

• A/C replaced 2024
• Water heater 2025
• Building roof replaced 2022
• Impact hurricane windows throughout every room
• Kitchen: quartz countertops, white shaker cabinetry, stainless appliances (refrigerator, range, microwave, dishwasher)
• Luxury vinyl plank flooring wall-to-wall with recessed LED lighting in the 18×21 living area
• Primary bedroom: fits a king bed, opens to Florida room via sliding glass doors, walk-in closet with built-in organizer (double rods + center shelving)
• Main bath: marble-look porcelain tile shower surround, contemporary vanity
• Half bath: updated with gray accent wall and oil-rubbed bronze fixtures
• Sold fully furnished with coastal furniture sized for the space

The Florida Room — The Real Differentiator

Most Century Village condos have a standard screened balcony. This unit has a wraparound enclosed Florida room with sliding windows on two sides. That difference matters:

• Functions as a usable third room, not a weather-dependent porch
• The primary bedroom connects directly via sliding glass doors
• West-facing exposure brings in afternoon light with palm tree views

Corner unit benefits compound this: more windows, better airflow, less shared-wall noise, and more natural light than interior units.

Second Floor, No Elevator — Tradeoffs

Building K is a two-story garden-style building with exterior stair access. No elevator. That eliminates some buyers immediately — and for others, it’s a feature:

• No upstairs neighbor noise
• Better security than ground floor
• Less foot traffic
• Fewer long-term maintenance issues than elevator buildings

The tradeoff is stairs. For buyers who can handle one flight, the benefits often outweigh the inconvenience.

What the HOA Covers

The HOA at Century Village West Palm Beach covers an extensive range of services — verify the current monthly amount directly before calculating your housing budget. Coverage includes:

• Cable television
• Building insurance
• Exterior maintenance and roof reserves
• Lawn care and pest control
• Parking and laundry facilities
• 24-hour manned gate security
• Full access to the 92,000 sq ft clubhouse, 1,221-seat theater, multiple pools, fitness center, tennis, pickleball, bocce, 39 shuffleboard courts, and courtesy bus service

For fixed-income buyers, predictability of monthly costs matters more than the number itself. Get the full HOA breakdown in writing before signing.

Walkability — Houses of Worship

Century Village West Palm Beach has served as home to a large, established Jewish community since the early 1970s. Multiple houses of worship are located directly adjacent to and across from the main gates. For observant residents who prefer not to drive on Shabbat, this walkability is often the deciding factor in choosing Century Village over other 55+ communities.

Buyer Qualification Requirements

Century Village is not a show-up-and-buy community. Qualification requirements apply — verify current requirements directly with the association before making an offer. At time of publication:

• Minimum monthly income threshold for single buyers and couples (verify amounts directly)
• Minimum credit score requirement
• Application fee required
• Minimum down payment required by the seller
• Cash and conventional financing accepted
• Two-year no-lease restriction applies — this community is designed for residents, not investors

Call 561-201-4717 for current qualification details before planning your purchase.

Right Fit / Wrong Fit

This unit works best for:

• Snowbirds who want move-in-ready with no renovation projects
• Year-round residents on fixed income who value predictable costs
• Buyers who can handle one flight of stairs
• Buyers who want the full Century Village amenity package

Not ideal for:

• Buyers who require elevator access
• Pet owners (Building K is a no-pet building; service and emotional support animals permitted per Fair Housing guidelines)
• Investors (two-year no-lease restriction)
• Buyers looking for larger square footage