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New Construction
Over $3 billion in new luxury development is transforming the West Palm Beach waterfront. Explore the region's active towers and secure your residence at preferred preconstruction terms.
Current Projects
From waterfront towers designed by internationally recognized architects to branded residences with full-service hospitality, these are Palm Beach County's active new construction projects.
West Palm Beach
Northwood's first luxury waterfront building. Private dock, townhomes, and Mount Sinai concierge medical care on the Intracoastal.
West Palm Beach
Completed ultra-luxury on South Flagler Drive. Two residences per floor, interiors by Jean-Louis Deniot. Developer sold out; resales available.
West Palm Beach
Robert A.M. Stern Architects' first Florida high-rise. Twin towers by Related Ross on South Flagler Drive with 50,000 SF of private club amenities.
West Palm Beach
Clear Lake waterfront designed by Arquitectonica with family-oriented amenities across three levels, including dedicated children's and teen programming.
West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach's first branded waterfront tower. Every unit faces east. Ritz-Carlton managed services, Cove Club membership, and Marriott Bonvoy enrollment.
Palm Beach Gardens
The only Ritz-Carlton Estate Collection ever designated for condominiums. Marina-front estate living with Ritz-Carlton management in Palm Beach Gardens.
West Palm Beach
José Andrés' first Palm Beaches restaurant, private marina, full-building generator, and nearly 80,000 SF of amenities managed by Arch Amenities Group.
West Palm Beach
Cipriani condo-hotel with Bellini dining, rooftop lounge, and hotel rental program. The first branded luxury development in West Palm Beach.
West Palm Beach
Equinox-managed fitness and wellness program. Architecture by Roger Ferris + Partners. Related Ross's second West Palm Beach condominium, with Rottet Studio interiors.
Project Timeline
Projects organized by expected completion date. All dates are developer projections subject to construction progress.
At a Glance
Key specifications across Palm Beach County's active new developments, ordered by delivery year.
| Development | Location | Units | Stories | Price Range | Delivery | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Flagler House | West Palm Beach | 108 | 28 | $5.9M–$73M | 2027 | Construction |
| Olara | West Palm Beach | 275 | 26 | From $1.7M | 2028 | Construction |
| The Berkeley | West Palm Beach | 193 | 25 | $1.9M–$10M+ | 2028 | Construction |
| Ritz-Carlton WPB | West Palm Beach | 138 | 27 | From $3M | 2028 | Construction |
| Mr. C Residences | West Palm Beach | 146 | 27 | $1.6M–$6M | 2027 | Construction |
| Shorecrest | West Palm Beach | 98 | 28 | From $3.2M | 2027 | Construction |
| Alba Palm Beach | West Palm Beach | 55 | 22 | $2.8M–$10.6M | 2026 | Construction |
| Ritz-Carlton PBG | Palm Beach Gardens | 106 | 7 | $3.8M–$10M+ | 2026 | Construction |
| Forté on Flagler | West Palm Beach | 41 | 25 | Resales | Complete | Complete |
Buyer's Guide
West Palm Beach has emerged as one of the country’s most active luxury condominium markets, with over $3 billion in new development currently transforming the waterfront. For buyers evaluating preconstruction, the format offers distinct advantages: pricing before delivery-date appreciation, the ability to customize finishes, and first selection of preferred floor plans and exposures.
The preconstruction process typically begins with a reservation deposit, often $50,000 to $100,000, which secures a position while the developer finalizes documentation. Once the offering plan is approved, buyers sign a purchase agreement and provide the first installment of their deposit, usually 10% to 20% of the purchase price. Additional deposits are typically due at construction milestones: foundation completion, structural top-off, and prior to closing.
Each development has a unique deposit structure. Most active projects require deposits totaling 20% to 30% before closing. All deposits are held in escrow accounts protected by Florida Statute 718. Buyers should work with experienced legal counsel to review offering documents, deposit terms, and developer obligations before executing a contract.
Timeline considerations are relevant to financing and planning. Projects nearing completion, like Alba Palm Beach (2026) and Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach Gardens (2026), offer shorter paths to occupancy. Projects delivering in 2027 and 2028, such as The Berkeley and Ritz-Carlton West Palm Beach, require longer-term planning but expand the range of available product types and price points.
Palm Beach Luxury at Compass represents buyers, not developers. We maintain direct relationships with every development team and provide independent analysis, negotiation, and contract guidance on your behalf. Our advisory covers all nine active projects from a single point of contact, so you can compare every building before making a commitment. One relationship covers every building in the market.
Common Questions
Nine new luxury condominium projects are active across Palm Beach County, eight in West Palm Beach and one in Palm Beach Gardens. In West Palm Beach, current projects include South Flagler House (108 residences, twin towers by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, from $5.9M), Olara (275 residences, Arquitectonica, from $1.7M), The Berkeley (193 residences, Arquitectonica, from $1.9M), Ritz-Carlton Residences West Palm Beach (138 residences, Arquitectonica, from $3M), Mr. C Residences (146 residences, Cipriani-branded, from $1.6M), Shorecrest (98 residences, Roger Ferris + Partners, from $3.2M), Alba Palm Beach (55 residences, Spina O’Rourke + Partners, from $2.8M), and the completed Forté on Flagler (41 residences, Arquitectonica, resales only). In Palm Beach Gardens, the Ritz-Carlton Residences Palm Beach Gardens delivers 106 estate residences from $3.8M.
Preconstruction pricing in West Palm Beach generally reflects a discount to projected delivery-date values, though the spread varies by project and by how far construction has progressed. Buildings that are nearing completion or fully sold from the developer, such as Forté on Flagler and South Flagler House, transition to a resale market where pricing reflects closed transactions and current demand. Earlier-stage projects like The Berkeley (2028 delivery) and Ritz-Carlton WPB (2028 delivery) offer longer exposure to potential appreciation but carry construction-period risk.
The relevant comparison for each buyer depends on the specific unit, floor level, and building. Our team provides unit-level pricing analysis across both new construction and resale inventory in the same submarket.
Deposit structures vary by developer but typically total 20% to 30% of the purchase price, paid in installments tied to construction milestones. A standard structure requires 10% at contract execution, with additional deposits due at foundation completion, structural top-off, and before closing. All deposits are held in attorney-managed escrow accounts governed by Florida Statute 718.
Some developers offer modified structures or financing through preferred lenders. Buyers should review the offering documents, deposit schedule, and default provisions with an experienced Florida condominium attorney before signing a purchase agreement. Contact our new development team for a side-by-side comparison of deposit terms across all active projects.
Seven of the nine active projects are located on or adjacent to the Intracoastal Waterway. Olara and Alba Palm Beach include private marinas with resident boat slips providing direct Intracoastal access. Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach Gardens has a 29-slip marina accommodating vessels up to 75 feet, with a direct run to Palm Beach Inlet. South Flagler House, Ritz-Carlton WPB, Shorecrest, and Forté on Flagler sit directly on the Intracoastal with eastward views across the water to Palm Beach Island. The Berkeley fronts Clear Lake. Mr. C Residences is in downtown West Palm Beach with city, Intracoastal, and ocean views from upper floors.
Investment performance depends on the specific building, unit, floor level, and holding period. Factors that have historically supported pricing in the West Palm Beach condominium market include the continued relocation of financial and professional services firms to the region, Florida’s zero state income tax, limited remaining waterfront development sites, and the expansion of infrastructure including the Brightline rail connection to Miami and Orlando.
Buyers evaluating new construction for investment should consider the developer’s track record, the building’s competitive set, projected HOA fees, and rental restrictions (which vary significantly by building). Some projects, such as Mr. C Residences, include a hotel rental program. Others restrict short-term rentals entirely. Our team provides building-specific financial modeling on request.
Amenity programs vary substantially across the nine active projects. Olara has nearly 80,000 SF of amenity space managed by Arch Amenities Group, a José Andrés restaurant, and a private marina. South Flagler House offers 50,000 SF of private club amenities operated through The Related Life platform, including three culinary concepts and an indoor pickleball court. Shorecrest features an Equinox-managed fitness and wellness program. Mr. C Residences includes three Bellini dining venues by Cipriani. Ritz-Carlton PBG provides a 29-slip marina and Ritz-Carlton branded service. Alba has a private dock, Mount Sinai medical concierge, and dual pools. The Berkeley dedicates 40,000 SF to amenities across three levels including dedicated children’s and teen programming.
The current development cycle features work by several internationally recognized firms. Arquitectonica (Bernardo Fort-Brescia) designed The Berkeley, Olara, Mr. C Residences, Ritz-Carlton WPB, and Forté on Flagler. Robert A.M. Stern Architects designed South Flagler House, the firm’s first residential high-rise in Florida. Roger Ferris + Partners designed Shorecrest. Spina O’Rourke + Partners designed Alba Palm Beach and Ritz-Carlton PBG. Interior designers include Rockwell Group, Jean-Louis Deniot, Gabellini Sheppard, Pembrooke & Ives, Meyer Davis, and Rottet Studio.
Three of the nine projects carry hospitality branding. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, West Palm Beach is a residential-only tower (no hotel rooms) with Ritz-Carlton managed concierge, valet, butler, and porter services funded through the HOA. Ownership includes Cove Club membership and Marriott Bonvoy enrollment. The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Palm Beach Gardens carries the Estate Collection designation, historically reserved for single-family communities, with Ritz-Carlton branded services. Mr. C Residences is a condo-hotel with 146 residences and 110 hotel rooms operated by the Cipriani family, including Bellini dining and a hotel rental program.
Forté on Flagler is complete, with resales available. Alba Palm Beach and Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach Gardens are both scheduled for 2026 delivery. South Flagler House, Mr. C Residences, and Shorecrest are targeting 2027. Olara, The Berkeley, and Ritz-Carlton WPB are scheduled for 2028. All delivery dates are developer projections and subject to construction progress. Contact our team for current status updates on any project.
HOA fees for new luxury condominiums in West Palm Beach generally range from $1.50 to $4.00 per square foot per month, depending on the building’s service level, amenity program, and whether branded hospitality management is included. Branded buildings (Ritz-Carlton, Mr. C) tend to carry higher assessments due to the staffing and service layer. Fee schedules at most preconstruction projects have not yet been finalized; buyers should request the current projected budget from the developer or our team. At completed buildings, actual fee data is available from association records.
Rental policies are established by each building’s condominium declaration and vary significantly. Mr. C Residences offers a hotel rental program for Resort Residences on floors 2 through 8, with no rental restrictions on those units. Most other buildings impose minimum lease terms (typically six months to one year) and may limit the number of lease periods per year. Buyers who intend to use their unit as an income property should confirm the rental provisions in the condominium documents before executing a purchase contract. Our team can provide a building-by-building comparison of rental restrictions across all nine projects.
Florida has no state income tax, which applies to earnings, capital gains, and investment income. Buyers who establish Florida as their primary residence eliminate state tax liability entirely. Property taxes in Palm Beach County are assessed at approximately 1.5% to 2.0% of the property’s assessed value, varying by municipality and applicable exemptions. Florida’s homestead exemption, available to primary residents who file by March 1, provides a $50,000 reduction in assessed value and caps annual increases at 3% (or CPI, whichever is lower). There is no state estate or inheritance tax. For detailed tax modeling at a specific price point, contact our advisory team.
Nine active projects from $1.6M to $73M across West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens. Contact us to narrow the list, schedule tours, and review pricing and contract terms across every building from a single advisory relationship.