Real places, real neighborhoods and current market numbers, verified by broker Ryan C. Winslow.
What West Palm Beach is known for
West Palm Beach is the county seat and largest city in Palm Beach County, sitting on the Lake Worth Lagoon across from the island of Palm Beach. It is known for Clematis Street, the Norton Museum of Art, the Kravis Center, and the Palm Beach International Boat Show on Flagler Drive. Brightline trains connect downtown to Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
Henry Flagler platted the town in 1893 to house workers for his grand hotels on Palm Beach, as the Florida East Coast Railway arrived. West Palm Beach incorporated on November 5, 1894, making it the oldest incorporated municipality in South Florida. Many of its historic districts, including El Cid, Flamingo Park and Northwood, were built during the 1920s land boom. Downtown draws young professionals, retirees and seasonal residents to high-rise condos and rentals within walking distance of Clematis Street and the waterfront. Nearby historic neighborhoods mix restored 1920s Mission and Mediterranean Revival homes with craftsman bungalows and a strong neighborhood association culture.
Where to live
Historic district along the Intracoastal south of downtown. Jay Phipps subdivided old pineapple fields here in the 1920s. Known for Mediterranean Revival and Mission-style homes. City historic district since 1993 and on the National Register since 1995. (source)
Historic district on one of the highest coastal ridge sections between downtown West Palm Beach and Miami. Homes date mostly from 1921 to 1930, with Mission-style houses and Mediterranean Revival homes along the ridge. Owners actively renovate and restore Spanish-style houses. (source)
One of the city's oldest intact neighborhoods, built from about 1910 to 1925 next to what is now CityPlace. It has one of the city's best collections of early craftsman bungalows plus modest Mediterranean Revival homes. (source)
Patterned after Brooklyn's Prospect Park, this area was built from 1920 to 1935 as smaller estates for business people and northern investors. It has a high concentration of Mediterranean Revival and Mission Revival houses. City historic district since 1993. (source)
An expansion of Old Northwood built from 1923 to 1940 with custom Mediterranean Revival, Mission and frame vernacular homes. It became the city's second historic district in 1992. It sits near the shops and restaurants of Historic Northwood Village. (source)
Small waterfront historic district on a former pineapple plantation. Richard Hone's frame vernacular house from about 1895 still stands on Plymouth Road. Became the city's fourth historic district in 1993. (source)
High-rise living near Clematis Street and the waterfront. Options include 101 Lofts at the foot of Clematis, the 15-story Esplanade Grande, the two 32-story towers of the Plaza of the Palm Beaches on Flagler Drive, and rentals like Anya on Banyan Boulevard. (source)
Local favorites
Family owned and operated since 1976, serving classic Italian dishes with a modern outlook. (source)
A downtown market and deli serving Middle Eastern food since 1972, with pantry items to take home. (source)
Greek dining built around fresh Mediterranean seafood at One Flagler. (source)
Led by Michelin-starred Chef Hemant Mathur, blending classic Indian cooking with modern technique. (source)
Chef Jose Mendin's gastropub known for bold mixes of Japanese and Latin flavors. (source)
A busy Mexican spot with more than 400 tequilas. (source)
Counter-service smokehouse known for prime brisket and mojo pork. (source)
The brand's first shop opened right here in 1999. (source)
After hours
Live music club opened in 1987 in a 1923 Salvation Army building. It has hosted more than 1,000 acts, from the Red Hot Chili Peppers to The Misfits. (source)
Downtown's first self-pour taproom with 25 taps, an upstairs lounge and a shaded, dog-friendly patio. (source)
Rooftop bar on the 13th floor of the Canopy West Palm Beach hotel with poolside cocktails, happy hour and live music. (source)
Clematis Street bar with billiards, vintage arcade games like Galaga and Ms. Pac-Man, and a Mexican taco menu. (source)
Prohibition-style speakeasy upstairs from Sourbon Kitchen + Bar, open Wednesday through Saturday evenings. (source)
Shopping
More than 50 shops on South Dixie Highway selling antiques from the 17th through 20th centuries plus design pieces. (source)
Walkable district north of downtown with boutiques, art and antique shops, galleries and home decor stores. (source)
About forty vendors selling antiques, collectibles, mid-century furniture and vintage jewelry downtown on Saturdays, November through May. (source)
Third-generation, family-owned jeweler first established on Clematis Street in 1930, selling handmade American and European pieces. (source)
Family-owned luxury linen store with an 8,000 square foot showroom on North Clematis Street. (source)
Vintage and designer clothing shop on Clematis Street. (source)
Outdoors
City-owned Everglades preserve with a nature center on Northlake Boulevard, the Cypress Boardwalk Trail and several hiking trails. (source)
County park of about 1,660 acres with a nature center, 8 miles of paths, a 27-hole golf course, water ski lake, BMX track and equestrian center. (source)
Island park in the Lake Worth Lagoon, reached by boat, listed by Discover The Palm Beaches as a top outdoor spot near West Palm Beach. (source)
Nearest state park, with a beach, nature trails through hammock and mangroves, a nature center, kayaking in the Lake Worth Lagoon and snorkeling near an offshore reef. (source)
National wildlife refuge protecting the northern Everglades, with a visitor center on Lee Road open daily and trails including the Perimeter Levee Trail. (source)
Holds the largest contiguous stretch of undeveloped beach in Southeast Florida and is a major sea turtle nesting area. Visitor center with live animal exhibits. (source)
Things to do
Art museum on South Dixie Highway with a sculpture garden and Art After Dark on Friday evenings. (source)
Performing arts center with Dreyfoos Hall, the Rinker Playhouse and Persson Hall. It hosts the Kravis On Broadway series plus Palm Beach Opera, Miami City Ballet and Palm Beach Symphony. (source)
Zoo with more than 550 animals on 23 acres, with animal experiences and Florida panther conservation work. (source)
Science center on Dreher Trail North with more than 100 exhibits, a 10,000-gallon aquarium and a planetarium. (source)
Historical Society of Palm Beach County museum at 300 North Dixie Highway. General admission is free, Monday through Saturday. (source)
On the calendar
Waterfront farmers market with produce, plants, baked goods and entertainment. The city calls it USA Today's number one farmers market. (source)
Free evening concerts from 6 to 9 p.m. at Centennial Square and the Great Lawn on the downtown waterfront. (source)
Free family festival at Manatee Lagoon on North Flagler Drive with coastal talks, food trucks and local vendors. The 2027 date is February 6. (source)
More than 1,000 boats on display along Flagler Drive downtown. The 2027 show runs March 17 to 21. (source)
Holiday light nights at the zoo with Santa photos and ornament crafts, plus 21 and over Wild Nights. (source)
Schools
U.B. Kinsey/Palmview Elementary School of the Arts, South Olive Elementary, Northboro Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary, Pleasant City Elementary
Bak Middle School of the Arts, Conniston Middle, Roosevelt Middle, Jeaga Middle
Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts, Forest Hill High, Palm Beach Lakes High
Rosarian Academy, St. Ann Catholic School, Palm Beach Day Academy, The Greene School, Cardinal Newman High School
Listed for reference, not ranked. Confirm school zoning for any address with the district. (source)
Broker notes
I-95, Florida's Turnpike, US 1 (Dixie Highway), Okeechobee Boulevard and Southern Boulevard (SR 80). Brightline and Tri-Rail stop in the city, and West Palm Move runs a $1 electric fixed route from the Norton Museum to Northwood Village.
Palm Beach International (PBI) is in the city, about 10 minutes from downtown. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International is about 50 minutes south and Miami International about 1 hour 20 minutes.
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.