The neighborhood
The North End of Palm Beach runs from roughly Wells Road, near the Royal Poinciana Bridge and Royal Poinciana Way, north to the tip of the island at the Palm Beach Inlet (East Inlet Drive). It is mostly single-family, owner-occupied residential, stretching beach-to-beach from the Atlantic Ocean on the east to Lake Worth and the Intracoastal lagoon on the west.
Property types include oceanfront estates, some with private beach parcels, lakefront and Intracoastal homes with deep-water docks, larger dry-lot estate homes, and a few waterfront condos such as Palm Beach House, Regency Surf and Racquet Club, and Placido Mar. Architectural styles run from Bermuda and British West Indies to Mediterranean Revival, ranch, and modern estates, from about 2,000 to more than 10,000 square feet.
Reported 2025-2026 data: the overall North End range runs from about $5 million to $200 million plus, with a median near $10.07 million in October 2025 and about $10.4 million in Q2 2026, and every Q1 2026 closing above $5 million.
The North End is the island's family-residential end: larger lots, private cabana streets, Lake Trail access, and a year-round neighborly pace compared with the Estate Section's social formality.
What to know
The character of Palm Beach North End.
Beach-to-beach lots
North End lots run from the Atlantic to the lagoon, among the widest residential parcels on the island.
Lake Trail access
The island's famed walking and jogging path runs the length of the North End.
Private beach parcels
Some oceanfront estates include their own private beach.
Owner-occupied character
The most residential, year-round stretch of Palm Beach island.
City & community overview
Palm Beach North End at a glance.
The North End is a low-key, residential stretch of large-lot homes, private streets, and cabana lanes, from the Royal Poinciana area north to the inlet, with the Lake Trail along the water.
The North End spans the island from Wells Road north to the Palm Beach Inlet (brokerage guides, 2026).
Neighborhoods & districts
- Wells Road to Royal Poinciana Way
- Mid North End estate streets
- Reef Road and oceanfront estates
- North Lake Way and lakefront homes
- The tip at East Inlet Drive
History
The North End developed in the early 20th century as Palm Beach's family residential quarter, with successive waves of estate architecture from island vernacular to modern.
Commercial districts & employment
Royal Poinciana Way has a small dining cluster; most services are in West Palm Beach across the bridges.
Accessibility & getting around
Royal Poinciana Way and North County Road connect to the Royal Poinciana and Flagler bridges; North Lake Trail runs to Sunset Avenue. Palm Beach International Airport is about 15 to 20 minutes.
Market overview
The Palm Beach North End market, in numbers and context.
Figures below are drawn from the cited sources and reporting periods. Markets move, so treat any number as a snapshot, not a promise. We verify current activity, comparable sales, and pricing for the specific property you are considering.
Overall range
$5M to $200M+
2025-2026, brokerage guides
Median, October 2025
~$10.07M
Brokerage market data
Median, Q2 2026
~$10.4M
Brokerage market data
Top oceanfront trades
Above $200M
Record oceanfront sales, 2025-2026
The North End's median ran near $10.07 million in October 2025 and $10.4 million in Q2 2026, with every Q1 2026 closing above $5 million and the range extending from about $5 million to above $200 million at the top.
Oceanfront width, dock depth, and estate quality drive the spread. We work this market off-market and by negotiation, with current sales evidence.
Data source
Luxury Florida Properties; Linda Olsson; Koolik; Palm Beach Daily News
Reporting period
2025-2026, reviewed October 2026
Updated
October 2026
Where to look
Neighborhoods and communities in Palm Beach North End.
Each area has its own character, housing stock, and price point. We verify gated status, waterfront access, and association details for the specific property you are considering, since these vary street by street.
Oceanfront estates
Atlantic-side estates along the middle and upper North End, some with private beach.
Lakefront homes
Lake Worth and Intracoastal homes with deep-water docks on the west side.
Dry-lot estates
The island's wide interior parcels, the entry to the North End market.
Waterfront condos
Palm Beach House, Regency Surf and Racquet Club, and Placido Mar.
Luxury opportunities
Luxury real estate in Palm Beach North End.
Luxury on the North End spans oceanfront estates with beach parcels, deep-water lakefront homes, and wide dry-lot estates, from about $5 million to above $200 million, with medians around $10 million.
Property types
- Oceanfront estates with private beach options
- Lakefront and Intracoastal homes with docks
- Dry-lot estate homes on wide parcels
- Waterfront condominiums
- Rare estate lots
What buyers should evaluate
- Lot width and beach-to-beach depth
- Oceanfront versus lakefront versus dry position
- Dock permits and water depth on the lagoon side
- Architecture, era, and renovation quality
- Taxes, insurance, and carrying costs
- A negotiated, often off-market sales process
Ownership, clubs & restrictions
Rules and fees to know before you buy in Palm Beach North End.
Palm Beach town codes and historic review govern the North End. Confirm the current requirements for any property.
Town zoning
Heights, setbacks, and hedge heights are strictly governed by the town.
Historic review
Older estates fall under town landmark and architectural review.
Rental rules
Palm Beach restricts short-term rentals; seasonal long-term leases are common. Confirm the current town rule.
Age rules
The North End is all-ages residential.
New construction status
New construction in Palm Beach North End.
North End new construction is estate building on rare lots and teardown redevelopment. Statuses below use the standard vocabulary; anything we cannot confirm is marked Unverified with current information on request.
Estate lots
Rare oceanfront and dry lots periodically list for custom estates. Contact for current availability.
Redevelopment
Individual estate projects proceed under town review. Contact for current information.
Speculative estates
Spec builds exist but are rarely publicized. Contact for current information.
Lifestyle
How people actually live in Palm Beach North End.
North End life is the island's most active: biking the Lake Trail, tennis at the cabana clubs, neighborly streets, and the inlet for boating, with a more year-round, family pace than the island's south end.
Lifestyle, dining & recreation
Living well in Palm Beach North End.
The beaches, parks, dining, shopping, and culture that shape day-to-day life here. We list established places and districts; confirm hours and current programming before you visit.
Lake Trail
The famous water's-edge walking and cycling path.
Palm Beach Inlet
Boating and fishing at the island's north tip.
Cabana clubs
Beach clubs and tennis at the North End's private facilities.
Royal Poinciana Way
The island's little dining row at the North End's southern edge.
Schools, healthcare & getting around
The essentials in Palm Beach North End.
Schools
Public school assignments are address-specific and change with zoning. Confirm the current feeder pattern with the School District of Palm Beach County before you commit.
Healthcare
Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Palm Beach is just across the bridges. Confirm current facilities that fit your needs.
Transport & airports
Royal Poinciana Way and North County Road connect to the Royal Poinciana and Flagler bridges into West Palm Beach. Palm Beach International Airport is about 15 to 20 minutes.
Waterfront, insurance & ownership
What to weigh before you buy in Palm Beach North End.
The North End is fully coastal: oceanfront properties sit in high-velocity FEMA flood zones with substantial insurance, and lakefront homes carry dock, seawall, and lagoon-flood considerations. We review everything for every property.
FEMA flood zones
Oceanfront and lakefront parcels sit within FEMA flood zones, much of it high-velocity VE ocean zones.
Flood & wind insurance
Mandatory and substantial; premiums depend on elevation, dockage, and ocean exposure.
Docks & seawalls
We verify dock permits, seawall condition, and lagoon depth on the west side.
Hurricane readiness
Impact glazing, generators, and elevation are reviewed for every estate.
Nearby
Communities worth comparing.
Palm Beach County
Palm Beach Midtown
The island's walkable middle: full-service condos and co-ops between Worth Avenue and Wells Road.
Palm Beach County
Palm Beach Estate Section
The island's grandest oceanfront and ocean-to-Intracoastal estates south of Worth Avenue.
Palm Beach County
Palm Beach Oceanfront Condos
The island's full-service oceanfront buildings, from Midtown to the South End.
Community FAQ
Palm Beach North End real estate FAQ.
The questions buyers and sellers ask most about Palm Beach North End: the market, condos, new construction, waterfront, schools, lifestyle, and the specifics of buying and selling here. Every answer reflects how we actually work this neighborhood.
Browse all South Florida FAQsWhere is the North End of Palm Beach?
From roughly Wells Road, near the Royal Poinciana Bridge, north to the island's tip at the Palm Beach Inlet, stretching from the Atlantic on the east to Lake Worth on the west.
What are the price ranges on the North End?
2025-2026 data shows an overall range of about $5 million to $200 million plus, medians near $10.07 million (October 2025) and $10.4 million (Q2 2026), and every Q1 2026 closing above $5 million.
What property types are on the North End?
Oceanfront estates (some with private beach parcels), lakefront and Intracoastal homes with deep-water docks, dry-lot estates, a few waterfront condos, and rare estate lots.
Is the North End family-oriented?
Yes. The North End is the island's most residential and owner-occupied stretch, with the Lake Trail, cabana clubs, and a year-round, neighborly pace.
Provenance
Sourced, dated, and reviewed October 2026.
Information on this page was reviewed in October 2026 and every important fact carries a dated source. Where a fact could not be verified from a dated source, the page says exactly "Contact for current information" or "Not verified" rather than guessing. Markets move, so treat prices and statuses as snapshots and confirm current activity with us before committing.
Sources & citations
- Luxury Florida Properties island guide
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- Linda Olsson North End page
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- Palm Beach Daily News estate report
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