Palm Beach County, Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach MSA
West Palm Beach
Vibrant waterfront city of commerce
Population
127,189
As of 2025
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Official U.S. Census Bureau population estimate for the city proper as of July 1, 2025.
Residences Listed
10
Nearest Airport
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
West Palm Beach serves as the county seat and a major regional hub for business, culture, and entertainment. The city features a bustling downtown area along the Intracoastal Waterway with diverse dining and shopping options.
A Brief History
Henry Flagler founded the city in 1893 as a community for workers building his nearby luxury resorts. It was officially incorporated in 1894, two years before Miami. During World War II, the local airport served as a significant base for thousands of servicemen. The city has since evolved from its agricultural roots into a modern center for commerce and urban living.
Getting There
Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
Located within the city limits, this airport is typically a 10 to 15-minute drive from downtown.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
This major international hub is typically a 60 to 75-minute drive south of the city.
Cultural Highlights
Norton Museum of Art
This renowned institution houses an extensive collection of American, European, and Chinese art.
Clematis Street
This historic downtown thoroughfare serves as the city's primary destination for nightlife, festivals, and dining.
Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum
Located in the historic 1916 courthouse, this museum preserves and showcases the heritage of the local region.
Luxury & Lifestyle
The Breakers Palm Beach
While technically located in the town of Palm Beach, this historic luxury resort is a primary destination for visitors to the area.
Palm Beach Yacht Club
This prestigious private club offers premier docking facilities and dining overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway.
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
This world-class venue hosts major Broadway tours, symphony orchestras, and high-profile cultural performances.
Residences in West Palm Beach
All DevelopmentsAlba West Palm Beach
A boutique 22-level Intracoastal tower of just 55 residences, with sunrise and sunset pools.
Mr. C Residences, West Palm Beach
A 27-floor West Palm Beach tower of 146 residences by Terra, with Bellini dining, a rooftop pool and Meyer Davis interiors.
South Flagler House
Two limestone-clad towers by Robert A.M. Stern Architects on the Intracoastal, with just 108 residences and a full spa and pool club.
Maison d'Or
Just 39 waterfront residences on South Flagler Drive, with private arrival, deep glass terraces and full-height Intracoastal-to-ocean views.
The Ritz-Carlton Residences, West Palm Beach
A 27-story Arquitectonica tower of 144 residences with private elevator entries, Subzero and Wolf kitchens, and full Ritz-Carlton a la carte service.
Shorecrest Flagler Drive
A 28-story Flagler Drive tower of 100 bay-view residences with a mosaic facade, roof deck pool, spa suite, and Rottet Studio interiors.
Banyan Tree Residences
A 26-story OMA-designed tower in downtown West Palm Beach with 88 corner residences, a full wellness floor, and Banyan Group hospitality.
Edgeworth
A 28-story Intracoastal tower with a wave-inspired façade on the South Flagler corridor, offering 2 to 4 bedroom homes and Palm Beach Island panoramas.
The Berkeley Palm Beach
A 26-story glass tower on Clear Lake with 193 flow-through residences, a rooftop sky club, and the largest private terraces in West Palm Beach.
Mandarin Oriental Residences, West Palm Beach
A Safdie Architects waterfront tower on North Flagler Drive, pairing Intracoastal residences with Mandarin Oriental service and resort amenities.