Palm Beach County Guide

Welcome to Palm Beach County

Palm Beach County stretches along Florida's southeastern Atlantic coast, a large and varied area best understood as a collection of distinct communities rather than a single place. Miles of beachfront and Intracoastal Waterway frontage define the east side, while the western reaches give way to farmland, wetlands, and the open edge of the Everglades region. Between them, you'll find busy urban centers, established coastal towns, suburban neighborhoods, and quieter rural stretches.

Housing reflects that range: waterfront condominiums and townhomes, Mediterranean-style estates, ranch homes on suburban streets, gated golf and country club communities, and larger-acreage properties inland. Lot sizes shift considerably depending on how close you are to the water or the agricultural west.

Daily life leans outdoors, with boating, fishing, golf, and beach days made possible by the warm climate. Dining, shopping, and cultural offerings are spread across its downtowns, and residents can choose from a mix of public, private, and faith-based schools and child care options, including St. Ann Catholic School and Palm Beach Christian Academy. Retirees, seasonal residents, families, boaters, and outdoor enthusiasts all find a setting here that fits how they like to live.