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Residential-Only Barrier Island
A three-mile barrier island town between Delray Beach and Boca Raton with no commercial district, its own police force, and oceanfront estates. Direct beach access, full-service condo buildings, and Intracoastal waterfront with private docks.
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Highland Beach, 33487
Market Intelligence
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Highland Beach closed sales by price tier, trailing twelve months, data through September 4, 2026. Source: Beaches MLS. · Updated September 11, 2026
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The Neighborhood
Highland Beach is a narrow, residential-only barrier-island town between Delray Beach and Boca Raton, a quiet stretch of coast given over almost entirely to oceanfront living. With no commercial development to speak of, it offers direct Atlantic and Intracoastal residency at a calm, private scale.
Two things define the town. The first is its purely residential character. Highland Beach has no downtown and little traffic, just a slim island of homes and condominiums between the ocean and the Intracoastal, which gives it a settled, insulated feel. The second is its dual water frontage. The town offers oceanfront condominiums and single-family homes as well as Intracoastal properties with dockage, a combination of beach and boat within a compact, quiet setting.
| Setting | Barrier-island town between Delray Beach and Boca Raton |
|---|---|
| Character | Residential-only, quiet, private, and low-key |
| On the Water | Oceanfront living and Intracoastal dockage |
| The Draw | Direct Atlantic residency without commercial bustle |
| Architecture | Oceanfront condominiums and coastal single-family homes |
| How It Trades | Condo and waterfront driven, steady and private |
| Town Site | highlandbeach.us |
Highland Beach incorporated to preserve its residential character, and it has held that line, remaining a town of homes rather than shops and hotels. The narrow island places the ocean and the Intracoastal within steps of each other, and the absence of commerce keeps traffic and density low. The result is a quiet, private stretch of coast that feels apart from the vibrant towns on either side of it.
The town offers two distinct kinds of waterfront, oceanfront condominiums and homes on the Atlantic and single-family properties with dockage on the Intracoastal. That range lets a buyer choose between beachfront tower living and a private waterfront house with a boat, all within the same small town. Both tiers are prized, and both are limited by the island’s narrow footprint.
Value turns on the specifics of the building or the waterfront lot, on oceanfront position, dockage, and the rules and reserves of a given condominium. Supply is limited by the island’s size, and the strongest positions hold demand through cycles. Understanding Highland Beach means reading it building by building and lot by lot rather than as a single market.
Housing runs from mid-rise oceanfront condominiums to coastal single-family homes, with newer and renovated buildings competing on views, amenities, and position. The town’s residential-only zoning and modest scale keep the shoreline calm and the character understated. It is a place chosen for the water and the quiet rather than for scene or spectacle.
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Market data is pulled live from the MLS on a trailing twelve-month basis, across all property types. Neighborhood details below are reference.
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Deep-dive market reports, sales activity, and expert commentary specific to Highland Beach - the research behind every confident move in this neighborhood.
Condominiums account for 87 percent of Highland Beach sales since 2021, yet houses hold the town's five largest sales, topped at $40 million, all on one road. This report measures the county's most overlooked market across five years.
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Key insights for buyers considering Highland Beach.
The luxury segment here spans oceanfront condos through direct oceanfront estates; the market table above carries current pricing, read live from the MLS. Oceanfront condos at Toscana offer residences of 3,000 to 8,000+ square feet with private elevator entry, ocean-view terraces, and full building services. Boca Highland Beach Club and Dalton Place trade below Toscana. Direct oceanfront estates along Ocean Boulevard, the island’s most limited inventory, trade at the top of the range.
Intracoastal estates typically offer 75 to 120 feet of water frontage, private docks that can accommodate vessels up to 50 to 60 feet (depending on the lot), and direct Intracoastal access without fixed-bridge restrictions to the ocean. Older condo buildings offer lower entry points, but the market’s character and long-term positioning are defined by the upper tier.
The four buildings that define the luxury segment are Toscana, Boca Highland Beach Club, Dalton Place, and Coronado. Toscana (2003 to 2006, three towers) is the top tier, with units from 3,000 to 8,000+ square feet, private elevator lobbies, and a fully staffed beach club. Boca Highland Beach Club (1989, renovated) offers two- to three-bedroom units of 1,800 to 3,000 square feet in an established community with tennis, a large pool complex, and an active resident social calendar. Dalton Place is a boutique building with fewer than 50 units and larger floor plans that attract buyers who want space and low density. Coronado underwent renovations in recent years and provides a lower entry point with updated common areas.
Building selection typically comes down to three variables: unit size, service level, and monthly maintenance. Toscana’s fees are the highest, reflecting concierge staffing and beach club operations. Boca Highland’s fees are mid-range. Coronado’s are lower but cover fewer services. All four provide beach access, attended lobbies, and controlled-access parking. Our condos directory includes building-level details across Palm Beach County’s oceanfront market for comparison.
Highland Beach is a residential-only town. There are no storefronts, no restaurants, no bars, and no short-term rental activity within the town limits. Boca Raton and Delray Beach both have walkable downtowns, restaurant scenes, and mixed-use development. Buyers who want to walk to dinner choose Delray or Boca. Buyers who want to drive five minutes to dinner and return to a quiet residential island choose Highland Beach.
The trade-off is tangible: no through-traffic, no bar noise, and no tourist foot traffic, but also no neighborhood coffee shop or corner restaurant. The town’s quarter-mile width means every property is within a short walk of either the ocean or the Intracoastal. The comparison to Palm Beach and Jupiter is worth making: all three offer waterfront living with strong municipal services, but Highland Beach’s residential-only zoning and absence of commercial activity produce a quieter daily experience.
Yes, and they are the most limited inventory on the island. Direct oceanfront single-family homes along Ocean Boulevard occupy narrow lots between A1A and the Atlantic. Frontage typically runs 75 to 150 feet on parcels of 10,000 to 20,000+ square feet. Most existing homes are older CBS construction that buyers either renovate extensively or tear down and rebuild, subject to Highland Beach’s permitting process and coastal construction setbacks.
These properties sit at the top of the island market, with larger lots commanding the highest prices. Oceanfront estate inventory turns over slowly. In a typical year, only a handful of properties change hands. Buyers at this level often wait for specific properties rather than choosing from active inventory. Direct oceanfront position in a residential-only town with no commercial traffic is what draws buyers at this level.
Toscana is Highland Beach’s top condominium development, three oceanfront towers completed between 2003 and 2006 at 3720, 3740, and 3760 South Ocean Boulevard. Each tower has its own lobby and elevator bank, with two to four units per floor depending on the building. The development was designed for large-format living. Most units are three and four bedrooms with private elevator foyers, separate service entrances, and terraces deep enough to furnish as outdoor rooms. Construction is reinforced concrete with impact glass throughout. What separates Toscana from the other Highland Beach buildings is scale of service.
It has a fully staffed beach club, 24-hour concierge, and valet parking, and its on-site management team operates more like a hotel than a condo association. Monthly fees reflect this and should be verified directly with the association. Resale pricing depends on tower, floor, and renovation. The spread between an original-condition unit and a designer renovation at the same address can be very large. Our condos directory includes current Toscana inventory alongside other oceanfront buildings in the county.
In the buildings most relevant to luxury buyers, monthly fees vary with unit size and building amenity level. Toscana carries the highest fees, reflecting its concierge staffing, beach operations, and extensive common areas. Boca Highland Beach Club and Dalton Place fall in the mid-range. Coronado’s recent renovations may be reflected in updated fee schedules. Fees generally cover building insurance, reserves, common-area maintenance, security, and beach access (approximate, subject to change, verify directly with each building’s association).
Florida’s post-Surfside structural inspection legislation (Senate Bill 4-D, signed in 2022, with key compliance deadlines beginning in 2024) requires coastal buildings meeting age and height thresholds to complete milestone inspections and maintain fully funded reserves. Several Highland Beach buildings fall within these timelines. Buyers should review each building’s reserve study, milestone inspection status, and any pending special assessments during due diligence. Our condos page includes building-level financial details across Palm Beach County.
Highland Beach’s pricing is supported by structural factors that are unlikely to change: no developable land, residential-only zoning, and a ban on short-term rentals. The rental ban limits the buyer pool to owner-occupants and long-term renters. The island’s three-mile footprint between Delray Beach and Boca Raton leaves little room for new supply. The same constraints mean thinner resale volume than in larger markets. A well-positioned unit at Toscana or a waterfront estate can sell quickly at the right price. The overall pace of transactions is slower than in Boca Raton or Delray Beach.
The luxury condo segment, Toscana and Boca Highland Beach Club, tends to hold value more consistently than older buildings facing reserve funding pressure under Florida’s structural inspection requirements. Recent closed sales by tier are in the market table above. Our waterfront and oceanfront pages provide broader market context across Palm Beach County. These observations reflect general market trends and should not be construed as investment advice.
Flood insurance premiums for Highland Beach condo units vary with floor level, building elevation, and coverage limits. Single-family estates with direct ocean exposure carry higher premiums. Most properties on the island sit in FEMA flood zones AE or VE, so flood insurance is required for any mortgage-financed purchase and strongly recommended for cash buyers. FEMA’s Risk Rating 2.0 methodology prices policies on property-specific risk rather than zone designation alone. Verify a specific property’s flood zone at FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center.
Windstorm coverage, through Citizens Property Insurance or private carriers, adds a further annual cost depending on property value and construction. Many Highland Beach condo buildings carry master policies covering common elements, with unit owners responsible for HO-6 (interior and contents) coverage. We bring in insurance specialists on every transaction so buyers have premium estimates before closing.
No short-term rentals. Highland Beach prohibits rentals of less than three months by town ordinance, and most condo buildings impose stricter minimums of six to twelve months. Some buildings limit the number of lease terms per year or require board approval of tenants. This is a deliberate policy choice that reinforces the permanent-resident character of the community.
For buyers evaluating Highland Beach as a seasonal residence, the rental restrictions mean the property will sit vacant during the off-season rather than generating income. The trade-off is a quieter building with fewer transient occupants year-round. Buyers seeking rental income from a Palm Beach County oceanfront condo should consider buildings with hotel programs or flexible rental policies elsewhere in the county.
Highland Beach is served by the School District of Palm Beach County. Zoned public schools are in the Boca Raton area, and the district’s controlled open enrollment and magnet programs provide additional options. Private schools nearby include Saint Andrew’s School (pre-K through 12, Boca Raton), Pine Crest School (pre-K through 12, Fort Lauderdale), and American Heritage School (pre-K through 12, Delray Beach). School assignments depend on property address and can be verified through the Palm Beach County School District website.
Highland Beach’s year-round population skews older than most Palm Beach County communities, and families with school-age children are a smaller segment of the buyer pool. That said, the town’s location between Boca Raton and Delray Beach puts strong public and private school options within a 10- to 20-minute drive. Our neighborhood guide covers school district details for communities throughout the county.
Highland Beach property taxes follow Palm Beach County’s standard structure. The town levies its own millage on top of county and school district rates. Primary residents who file for homestead exemption receive up to $50,000 in assessed value reduction, and the Save Our Homes provision caps annual assessed value increases at the lower of 3% or the change in CPI. Non-homesteaded properties (seasonal residents, second homes) are assessed at full market value each year with no cap. Details and filing deadlines are available through the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser.
For a Highland Beach condo, annual property taxes for a non-homesteaded owner are substantial at current combined millage rates. Homesteaded owners at the same value pay significantly less after exemptions and the assessment cap take effect over time. Florida has no state income tax and no state estate tax, which factors into the total tax calculus for buyers relocating from higher-tax states. Tax planning should be coordinated with your advisors; we provide the property-specific data they need to run the analysis.
The process begins with deciding whether your priority is an oceanfront condo, an Intracoastal estate with dock access, or a direct oceanfront single-family home, as each segment works differently. For condos we review building financials, reserve studies, milestone inspection reports, and pending assessments before recommending a building. For single-family estates we assess lot dimensions, seawall condition, dock permits, and flood zone classification. Once we identify a target property, we handle the offer, negotiate terms, and engage a title company.
Highland Beach is a small market, and some owners prefer a quiet sale to a public listing. We maintain relationships with owners and building managers on the island and sometimes learn of properties before they reach the MLS. Closing timelines typically run 30 to 45 days for resale properties. Contact our team to discuss current inventory and begin a property-by-property evaluation.
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