The ultimate South Florida beach town boasts exquisite shops, world-class dining, arts and culture, gold star golf courses, and pristine beaches. West Palm Beach, a dynamic destination located off the Atlantic Ocean, offers residents and visitors a kaleidoscope of entertainment and attractions while situated on Florida’s most sultry beaches and deep blue waterways. Located in Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach is situated immediately west of Palm Beach Island and is in proximity to neighboring communities, including North Palm Beach, Delray Beach, and Jupiter. The oldest municipality in the Miami area, West Palm Beach, is a hidden gem intermingled with history, incorporated as a city two years before Miami in November 1894, thus celebrating its 125th birthday in 2020.
The beating heart of The Palm Beaches with an effervescent energy that's pulsating, West Palm Beach is a mecca for unparalleled entertainment, unlike anywhere else on the coastline. And with its lush tropical backdrop, tented with grand Royal Palm trees, there is nowhere more picturesque to invest in real estate.
Idyllic for young families looking to sow down seeds and start a new chapter, there are a profusion of award-winning schools located in the neighborhood and just outside including Wynnebrook Elementary School, Alexander W Dreyfoos Junior School Of The Arts (College Success Award, 2018 & 2019), Bak Middle School Of The Arts, Suncoast Community High School (College Success Award, 2018 & 2019), American Heritage School - Boca Delray Campus (#1 in Best Private High Schools in Palm Beach County), Cardinal Newman High School, Saint Andrews School and The Benjamin School. And for weekend family fun, parents can take their children to visit a plethora of educational attractions such as the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society, South Florida Science Center & Aquarium, Palm Beach Zoo and Norton Museum of Art.
A vast trove of luxury real estate options is carpeted throughout West Palm Beach, lending buyers a wide range of options from single-family homes to country-club style gated communities and residential condominiums. The Bristol, a new contemporary oceanfront high-rise, offers residents a lens into the future of Palm Beach modern living with 25 stories of timeless design. A monochromatic structure, The Bristol is changing West Palm Beach's skyline with its ambitious exoskeleton and outer glass façade. But for those looking for the utmost in exclusivity, a plethora of private gated communities lend pride of place in the neighborhood, including Banyan Estates, Bear Lakes Estates, Ibis Golf & Country Club, West Palm Beach Real Estate, Ironhorse Country Club, Breakers West, and Bay Hill Estates.
Conveniently located, Palm Beach International Airport is in proximity. Orlando is located 2 hours and 45 minutes away, and Miami is 1 hour and 30 minutes away.
West Palm Beach has become more than the South Florida cliché of golf courses, private members-only clubs, and white-covered satin beaches. Today, a dynamic neighborhood embedded with a hotbed of restaurants and arts and culture, this iconic city is rising as one of the top up-and-coming destinations nationwide. It's hub of entertainment, located in the epicenter of Downtown West Palm Beach, is a vibrant mecca of smaller communities coming together to present the utmost in high-brow arts and culture and whimsical on-trend restaurants.
Clematis Street, overlooking the tranquil Lake Worth Lagoon, is a wildly exuberant area overfilled with groovy sidewalk cafes, colorful murals, buzzworthy bars, and delicious watering holes. Accessible via the neighborhood's free trolley, residents and visitors can embark on an adventure 350 days a year and discover waterfront dining and entertainment that's equally laid-back, casual, and fun. A sparkling interactive fountain comes alive in the evening, setting the scene for a postcard-perfect background with nearby docks for boat parking. And with an aquatic waterfront drawing a peaceful silhouette, Clematis Street has become home to a plethora of annual special events, including Clematis By Night, SunFest, and the Palm Beach International Boat Show.
There is also an abundance of untraditional shopping malls that offer unique and one-of-a-kind finds like the open-air shopping district of CityPlace, the candy-colored storefronts of Antique Row, and the eclectic enclave of galleries inside Northwood Village. Palm Beach Outlets, especially popular amongst locals, offers eager shoppers the opportunity to peruse and save on more than 100 designer and commercial brands like Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, COACH, Nordstrom Rack, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Nike.
But what anchors Downtown West Palm Beach is its decadent restaurants. Home to the exceptional Restoration Hardware, this four-floor and 80,000 square-foot space takes home furnishings to the next level with their RH Rooftop Restaurant, which is awe-inspiring and undeniably delicious. Featuring a wine vault and barista bar, diners can enjoy a grand hospitality experience that's refined and ingredient-driven inside a glass atrium that's simply breathtaking. Additional restaurants that are nearby include Hullabaloo, Sassafras, Palm Beach Grill, The Butcher Shop Beer Garden Grill, Ruth's Chris Steak House, Palm Sugar Restaurant, Il Bellagio, and Roccos Tacos & Tequila Bar. The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, a lively performance venue, is the pinnacle of theater with a box office schedule that says all things Broadway Lights. Notable shows that have passed through The Kravis Center include Hamilton, Miss Saigon, The Color Purple, and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical.
Dotted across West Palm Beach are a profusion of classic golf courses. Each offering their own white-glove amenities and rich traditions, avid golfers can take their pick on which course to experience, National Golf Club, Atlantic Country Club, Forest Oaks Golf Club, Lake Worth Golf Club, Madison Green Country Club, Palm Beach National Golf Course, Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course, Sandhill Crane Golf Club, Village Golf Club and West Palm Beach Golf Course are the most prominent links in the neighborhood comprising of an array of championship courses spanning diverse levels.
John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, known to locals as an island in time, preserves the natural habitat of southeast Florida and West Palm Beach. The only state park in Palm Beach County, this treasure chest of suede-covered beaches is the ultimate destination to discover the heritage of The Palm Beaches with miles of swimming, snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking through the azure waters of the Atlantic Ocean.
292,692 people live in West Palm Beach, where the median age is 38.8 and the average individual income is $29,292.313. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around West Palm Beach, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sunsational Swim School, Bindu Yoga Studio, and Labarre Pilates.
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| Beauty | 2.64 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.16 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.82 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.43 miles | 42 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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West Palm Beach has 110,073 households, with an average household size of 26.66. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Palm Beach do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 292,692 people call West Palm Beach home. The population density is 4,906.526 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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