Highland Beach
The most exclusive mile of A1A, no stoplights, no stores, no through traffic.
Highland Beach is exactly 1.1 square miles of barrier island between Delray Beach and Boca Raton, and it's been deliberately kept that way. The town has one hotel, one restaurant, zero traffic lights, and approximately 4,300 year-round residents who moved here specifically to avoid everything that surrounds them. Oceanfront condominium towers line the Atlantic side; custom Intracoastal estates anchor the western edge. The median resident age is 70. This is not a market for families or professionals, it's a lock-and-leave sanctuary for high-net-worth retirees and seasonal owners who want Florida's best address without Palm Beach Island's price tag... or its social requirements.
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How much do homes cost in Highland Beach?
Homes in Highland Beach typically run $345K - $40M+. But the sticker price isn't your real monthly cost, in South Florida you also budget for property taxes reassessed at your purchase price, homeowners insurance (higher here because of wind and flood exposure), and any HOA or CDD fees. I'll walk you through the true all-in number before you fall for a house.
What is Highland Beach known for?
The most exclusive mile of A1A, no stoplights, no stores, no through traffic. It's known for things like no stoplights or stores, barrier island exclusive, ultra-luxury estates. That said, every pocket of Highland Beach has its own feel, tell me how you actually live and I'll point you to the right part of it.
Is Highland Beach a good place to live or relocate to?
Highland Beach is exactly 1.1 square miles of barrier island between Delray Beach and Boca Raton, and it's been deliberately kept that way. The town has one hotel, one restaurant, zero traffic lights, and approximately 4,300 year-round residents who moved here specifically to avoid everything that surrounds them. Oceanfront condominium towers line the Atlantic side; custom Intracoastal estates anchor the western edge. The median resident age is 70. This is not a market for families or professionals, it's a lock-and-leave sanctuary for high-net-worth retirees and seasonal owners who want Florida's best address without Palm Beach Island's price tag... or its social requirements.
What county is Highland Beach in?
Highland Beach is in Palm Beach County, Florida, one of the three counties I cover (Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach). If you're moving from out of state, I can give you an honest read on how Highland Beach compares to nearby areas on price, schools, insurance, and commute.
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