About Highland Beach
Highland Beach is a serene, residential-only oceanfront community that stretches along a narrow barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. With no commercial zoning whatsoever, Highland Beach offers its residents something increasingly rare in South Florida: complete peace and quiet in a stunning natural setting. The town is home to luxury condominiums and single-family estates that enjoy panoramic views of both the ocean and the Intracoastal. It is a sanctuary for those who want to live directly on the water without the noise and traffic of more developed communities.
Why Relocate to Highland Beach?
- 1Zero commercial zoning — a purely residential oceanfront sanctuary
- 2Panoramic views of both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway
- 3Private beach access for residents with nesting sea turtle sanctuaries
- 4Low-density living with strict building height restrictions preserving views
- 5Centrally located between Delray Beach and Boca Raton for dining and shopping
- 6Excellent luxury condominium options with full-service amenities and concierge
The Highland Beach Lifestyle
Highland Beach offers a lifestyle of quiet luxury and natural beauty. Residents wake to ocean sunrises and enjoy evening walks along the Intracoastal. The town's private beaches are home to nesting sea turtles, adding a unique natural element to daily life. While Highland Beach itself has no restaurants or shops, residents are just minutes from the dining and entertainment of both Delray Beach and Boca Raton. Many luxury condominiums in Highland Beach offer resort-style amenities including pools, fitness centers, tennis courts, and private beach clubs.
Highland Beach Real Estate Market
Highland Beach real estate is dominated by luxury oceanfront and Intracoastal condominiums, with a select number of single-family estate homes. Condominium buildings like Toscana, Boca Highland, and Dalton Place offer full-service living with concierge, valet, and resort amenities. Single-family homes along A1A provide direct ocean access on generous lots. The town's strict height and density restrictions ensure that all residents enjoy expansive views and a sense of spaciousness that is rare along this stretch of coastline.
- • Luxury Condominiums
- • Waterfront Townhomes
- • Oceanfront Estates
$1.1M - $18M+
Luxury market range
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