Sunny skies, miles and miles of coastline, and the perfect mix of luxurious and leisurely living. It’s these reasons that make south Florida a desirable hot spot for real estate, whether renting or owning. But how much do you know about each of our individual neighborhoods? Between the more well-known cities of West Palm Beach and Miami are a plethora of unique towns and neighborhoods, and one of them is bound to be a match for you depending on your lifestyle. Interested in learning more? Keep reading for 5 facts about 5 different neighborhoods in the south Florida area!
Located between Boynton Beach and Boca Raton, Delray Beach is like a small-town city, especially with its bustling yet quaint downtown area being right near its gorgeous coastline! Here are 5 facts about Delray:
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- In 2012, USA Today and Randy McNally named Delray the most fun small town in America.
- Coastal Living ranked Delray among one of the top 10 happiest seaside towns.
- The median home listing price is $275K, according to Realtor.com.
- Celebrities like Matthew Perry, Brooke Shields, former President George H.W. Bush, Jon Lovitz, and Olivia Newton-John have all graced the town during the annual Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic.
- Historic sites like the Silverball Museum and the Sandoway House call Delray home.
2. Boca Raton
Luxurious & lavish, Boca Raton is situated just 25 minutes north of Fort Lauderdale and is mostly known for its lush golf courses and yachts that grace the intercoastal. Here are 5 facts about Boca:
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- Believe it or not, Boca Raton started out as a tiny agricultural community in the early 1900s.
- The median home listing price is $410.5K, according to Realtor.com.
- In need of a staycation? The Boca Raton Resort & Club is Florida’s most accessible waterfront resort.
- Boca is home to 46 parks, making it perfect for families or those with active lifestyles.
- Boca Raton is a community leader in sustainability and environmental stewardship.
3. Deerfield Beach
If you’re looking for a more casual, laid-back beachside environment, Deerfield Beach is the place for you. Here are 5 things you may not have known about this area:
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- The prominent restaurant Whale’s Rib was featured on Guy Fieri’s Food Network show, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
- The median home listing price is $245K, according to Realtor.com.
- Experience Deerfield from anywhere with the three live feeds they have on their website: One underwater cam, a beach view, and a peek at the pier.
- The 976-foot international pier is a hotspot for fishing!
- Loggerheads, leatherbacks, and green sea turtles all nest on Deerfield’s beaches.
4. Wellington
An affluent suburbia that provides an escape yet a close proximity to nearby cities, Wellington is a beautiful and sophisticated place to live. Here are 5 facts about the area:
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- The median listing home price is $515K, according to Realtor.com.
- For two years in a row, Wellington was named one of the top 100 best places to live by Money Magazine.
- Wellington is home to an internationally recognized equestrian community.
- Famous neighbors! Bill & Melinda Gates own a mansion on a 30-acre property here.
- Wellington houses an aquatics complex, numerous parks, and a conservation center.
5. Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach is a peaceful, beachy respite from its bustling neighbor city, Fort Lauderdale. Learn more about the town with these 5 facts:
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- The name of the town (“pompano”) came from a fish that a local land surveyor ate for dinner.
- The media listing home price is $375K, according to Realtor.com.
- Twelve public works of art are scattered around the city, making it a very artsy town!
- The city hosts an annual Seafood Festival with the freshest catches--after all, the ocean’s right there!
- Pompano offers a dive tour of a shipwreck of the Lady Luck.
Think you’ve found your match? Call The West Team for listings in these areas!
