West Palm Beach
Price Range
$400K - $15M+
Population
122,290
Lifestyle Score
17/100
Life & Practicalities
- Flood zone
- X — flood insurance typically not required
- Lifestyle Score
- 17 / 100 — car-dependent
- Public schools nearby
- 29
- Est. drive to nearest modeled airport
- 19 min — Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
- Est. drive to nearest modeled beach access
- 22 min — Palm Beach Municipal Beach
- Mean commute to work
- 23.4 min
- Median household income
- $73K
Sources: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · OpenStreetMap contributors · Urban Institute / NCES. Informational only, not a flood insurance determination. Census values apply only to the named municipality/CDP (ACS 2020–2024 5-year). This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
About
West Palm Beach sits on the mainland side of the Intracoastal Waterway directly across from the town of Palm Beach, connected by a set of causeway bridges. CityPlace and the Clematis Street corridor form the walkable downtown core, the Kravis Center hosts the city's performing arts programming, and a waterfront park runs along the Intracoastal at the foot of downtown.
Civic, Waterfront, Walkable
Highlights
Location
West Palm Beach
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about buying and investing in this area
What is West Palm Beach known for?
West Palm Beach is the Palm Beach County seat on the Intracoastal Waterway, directly across from the town of Palm Beach.
What types of properties are available in West Palm Beach?
Downtown condominium towers sit alongside detached-home neighborhoods further from the waterfront.
What amenities and landmarks does West Palm Beach offer?
CityPlace, the Clematis Street corridor, and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts anchor the walkable downtown core.
What should buyers check before purchasing in West Palm Beach?
Waterfront and Intracoastal-facing properties should have flood and wind insurance quoted early, given the coastal exposure of much of the city.
How do residents get around West Palm Beach?
Downtown's Clematis Street corridor and CityPlace are walkable, and a set of causeway bridges connects the city to Palm Beach.
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