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Highland Beach 55+ Communities
Looking for Highland Beach 55+ Communities? Highland Beach is a great choice for individuals looking to retire to an area with a small-town feel without sacrificing the amenities offered in large cities. This small beach town in South Palm Beach County is comprised of 1.1 square miles between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal waterway. Situated just east of Boca Raton and Delray Beach, Highland Beach residents enjoy proximity to a wide range of grocery stores, major hospitals, diverse dining options, nightlife, culture-rich entertainment, and fun outdoor activities. The population, as of the 2020 census, was 4,295. According to the city’s website, the population grows to 8,500 during the snowbird season (roughly November through April) and around 80% of residents are retired.
Highland Beach offers prime waterfront real estate. Of the 4,022 residences, 3,635 are condos, 57 are co-ops, and 330 are single-family homes. The vast majority of single-family homes are multi-million dollar mansions offering picturesque ocean views and expansive floorplans. Most condo communities include mid to high rise buildings with 10 to 15 stories on average, while there are a few smaller boutique-style buildings scattered throughout this tropical enclave. These luxury buildings usually offer five-star amenities with impeccably designed lobbies, concierge, oceanfront swimming pools, active clubhouses, and state-of-the-art fitness centers. Highland Beach Luxury Real Estate Listings are far more common than Highland Beach listings under $500k. Two of the 80+ condo buildings are Highland Beach 55+ Communities.
