Real places, real neighborhoods and current market numbers, verified by broker Ryan C. Winslow.
What Flagler Beach is known for
Flagler Beach is a low-rise beach town on a thin strip of land between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Its beach has orange-tinted sand from crushed coquina shells, and the A1A Scenic and Historic Coastal Byway runs right along the ocean through town. Budget Travel named it a finalist for America's Coolest Small Town in 2013.
The Town of Flagler Beach was incorporated on April 16, 1925, and became a city in 1963. It is named for railroad builder Henry Flagler. Hurricane Ian heavily damaged the town's fishing pier on September 29, 2022, and the city says the rebuilt pier will reopen in January 2027. This is a quiet, older town. The 2020 census counted 5,160 residents with a median age of 61.3. Locally owned restaurants line A1A, and many residents get around downtown on foot, by bike or by golf cart.
Where to live
The historic core around the pier and Moody Boulevard (State Road 100). Older cottages, bungalows and small condo buildings sit within walking distance of restaurants, shops and the Flagler Beach Historical Museum. The pier is being rebuilt and is set to reopen in January 2027. (source)
The stretch of A1A south of the pier toward Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area. It mixes oceanfront restaurants, small hotels and residential streets, with more open space than downtown. Check exact city limits here, since some addresses fall in unincorporated Flagler County. (source)
The western side of the barrier strip facing the Intracoastal Waterway. Canal-front and waterway-adjacent homes offer boat access and sit farther from ocean waves, but the city notes flood risk here from the Intracoastal as well as the ocean. (source)
A subdivision east of the Intracoastal Waterway on the town's far south end. It is the only part of the City of Flagler Beach that lies in Volusia County instead of Flagler County. (source)
A separate small town just north of Flagler Beach along A1A. Quiet, low-traffic residential streets with direct Atlantic access and a short drive to downtown Flagler Beach and Palm Coast. (source)
Local favorites
A local favorite since 1947 with Atlantic views, wild caught seafood and southern fried baskets. (source)
Daily oyster happy hour shucked at its raw bar, Wednesday Lobsterfest and live music most nights. (source)
Oceanfront spot by the pier serving breakfast through dinner. Locals order the Florida Reuben and watch the surfers. (source)
Veteran-owned beach grill known for its Sunrise mimosas and an open-air deck with ocean views. (source)
Conch fritters, happy hour and live music with views of the ocean and the pier. (source)
Fresh seafood and USDA Prime beef since 2005. Regulars order the Chowda and Carolyn's A Catch sandwich. (source)
Known for its flaming cheese, lobster roll and Baja Burger with beachside views. (source)
A more refined oceanfront bistro. Reservations are recommended because it books up. (source)
After hours
Oceanfront tasting room at 611 N Oceanshore Blvd with self-serve wine machines, wine slushies, charcuterie and spirits from its Old A1A Distillery. Opens at noon daily. (source)
Coffee shop at 701 N Ocean Shore Blvd that also hosts parties and events. (source)
Small coffee shop at 105 D Ocean Shore Blvd that roasts its beans in house. (source)
Family-run ice cream parlor at 102 S 4th Street, a downtown stop for a scoop after the beach. (source)
Multi-use park with sports fields, a dog park, trails and ponds. (source)
Shopping
Art gallery with room after room of work by local artists. (source)
Surf shop focused on surfboards and gear. (source)
Shells, jewelry and gifts on the north side of town. (source)
Locally owned shop with handmade natural soaps, bath bombs and aromatherapy oils. (source)
Loose leaf tea shop and gluten free bakery at 208 S Central Ave. (source)
Outdoors
145-acre state park between the ocean and the Intracoastal with camping, fishing, paddling and beach access. The beachside campground and day use lot are closed for improvements as of June 2026. (source)
Nature preserve with a boardwalk and natural surface trails for wildlife viewing. (source)
Ruins of a sugar mill listed on the National Register, plus trails, a canoe trail on Bulow Creek and a small museum. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. (source)
More than 550 acres with almost three miles of undeveloped beach, a 2.5-mile Coastal Strand Trail and a kayak launch. Sea turtles nest here May through September. (source)
Formal gardens, oak hammock trails and a beach lined with rare coquina rock formations. (source)
Home of the Fairchild Oak, a live oak more than 400 years old, and the Bulow Woods Trail. Parts of the trail are closed after storm damage. (source)
National seashore with undeveloped beach, dunes, Mosquito Lagoon and Timucua shell mounds. The Apollo Beach area is the closest entrance. (source)
Things to do
Small downtown museum at 207 S Central Ave with artifacts, photos and stories from prehistoric times to today's surf town. It marks its 25th anniversary in 2026. (source)
A 72-mile All-American Road from Ponte Vedra Beach through St. Augustine that ends at Gamble Rogers park in Flagler Beach. (source)
Dolphin encounters, swims and trainer programs on the ocean north of Palm Coast. (source)
A coquina watchtower completed in 1742 on Rattlesnake Island, reached by a park ferry, plus a boardwalk trail through dunes and maritime forest. (source)
Living history museum with horseback trail rides, a Florida Cracker homestead and group programs on Timucua and Spanish colonial life. (source)
On the calendar
Downtown evening event with live entertainment and vendors, organized with local radio station Surf 97.3. (source)
Ticketed dinner in Veterans Park that celebrates the city's birthday, with entrees from area restaurants, music and dessert. (source)
City recreation department race where teams paddle homemade cardboard boats in the ocean. (source)
Holiday parade through town, paired with a Holiday at the Beach First Friday the night before. (source)
Schools
Old Kings Elementary School
Buddy Taylor Middle School
Flagler Palm Coast High School
Listed for reference, not ranked. Confirm school zoning for any address with the district. (source)
Broker notes
A1A (Oceanshore Blvd) runs north-south along the ocean. State Road 100 (Moody Blvd) crosses the Intracoastal and connects west to US 1 and I-95.
Daytona Beach International (DAB), about 35 min. Orlando International (MCO), about 1 hr 30 min. Jacksonville International (JAX), about 1 hr 20 min.
Ryan C. Winslow, broker/owner of Winslow Homes. REALTOR® since 2009, 3,000+ homes sold, broker in FL, MA, CT and RI, U.S. Army Retired.
Researched and verified 2026-09-28. Businesses change; call ahead.