Highland Beach in Delray Beach, Florida — community guide

Highland Beach

Highland Beach, FL 33487

BeachfrontEstate & LuxuryIsland Living

About Highland Beach

Address: Highland Beach, FL 33487

Its own town on A1A between Delray and Boca. The name matters — this is not East Boca and not downtown Delray. Shown with the Delray luxury set so buyers can find it.

Highland Beach is part of the Delray Beach real estate market in Palm Beach County. James Simpson with Illustrated Properties helps buyers and sellers compare this community with nearby options, review HOAs, and navigate new construction or resale inventory.

Highland Beach at a Glance

  • Incorporated town
  • A1A between Delray and Boca
  • Condo and estate mix

Market Snapshot

Last 12 months · Town of Highland Beach

Single-familyVillasCondos
For sale now19 · median list $1.9M97 · median list $899,000
Homes sold271159
Median sale$1.6M$825,000$1M
Typical range$475,000 – $17.5M$825,000 – $825,000$315,000 – $3.2M
Typical size3 bed · 2,988 sf3 bed2 bed · 1,700 sf
Median DOM128 days47 days105 days

Town-wide Highland Beach search. Most sales are condos; houses and condos are shown separately.

Cost & Lifestyle Positioning

How this community typically compares within its local market — tiers, not dollar amounts.Research estimate

  • Pricing posturePremier
  • Ownership costsFull-service HOA
  • MembershipVaries by village or product

Relative positioning from public market research — not published HOA, initiation, or sale-price figures. Confirm with current documents and a local agent before relying on cost expectations.

Amenities & Features at Highland Beach

Highlights buyers and residents commonly associate with this Delray Beach community.

  • Ocean access
  • A1A privacy
  • Minutes to Delray and Boca

Nearby for Buyers

Golf, marinas, attractions, and schools clients often tour when evaluating Highland Beach. Distances are approximate; links open maps or official sites.

  • Beach Nearest Atlantic beach access On-site or short drive · Lifestyle core Beach access associated with this coastal community. Map
  • Public School District of Palm Beach County District-wide · Varies by zone Public K–12 — confirm zone by address. WebsiteMap

Buying a Home in Highland Beach

Practical notes for Delray Beach shoppers evaluating Highland Beach (Beachfront, Estate & Luxury, Island Living).

  • Compare Highland Beach with other Delray Beach communities on lifestyle fit (not just price).
  • Pull current listings and recent sales with a local agent who works Palm Beach County daily.
  • Tour the amenity campus and drive times to shopping, medical, and beaches that matter to you.

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Highland Beach Map & Location

Highland Beach, FL 33487

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Highland Beach FAQ

Common questions about living and buying in this Delray Beach community.

Where is Highland Beach in Delray Beach, FL?

Highland Beach is in Delray Beach, Florida (Palm Beach County). The community is associated with Highland Beach, FL 33487. James Simpson with Illustrated Properties helps buyers and sellers evaluate homes in Highland Beach and nearby Delray Beach neighborhoods.

What is Highland Beach known for?

Its own town on A1A between Delray and Boca. The name matters — this is not East Boca and not downtown Delray. Shown with the Delray luxury set so buyers can find it.

What amenities does Highland Beach offer?

Highland Beach is associated with features such as Ocean access, A1A privacy, Minutes to Delray and Boca. Amenity packages and HOA rules vary by village and can change — confirm details when touring with a local agent.

How do I buy a home in Highland Beach?

Search current Delray Beach inventory, tour Highland Beach and comparable communities, review HOA documents, and negotiate with local comps. Contact James Simpson at Illustrated Properties (717-574-8966 or jamessimpsonfl.com) for representation in Highland Beach and Palm Beach County.