South · city
Delray Beach
Coastal, downtown, lifestyle-oriented
Overview
Delray Beach is a city in South, Palm Beach County, Florida.
- Population estimate: 69,809 (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts / ACS 5-Year Estimates)
- Owner-occupied housing rate: 63.2% (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts / ACS 5-Year Estimates)
- Median owner-occupied home value: $420,300 (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts / ACS 5-Year Estimates)
- Municipal tax millage rate: 6.1611 (Palm Beach County Property Appraiser — TRIM millage rate table)
- Coastline: Delray Municipal Beach spans one-and-one-half miles of South Florida coastline and accommodates over 3.2 million beach visitors every year. (City of Delray Beach official site)
Who may like it
- People who want a walkable downtown with dining, nightlife, and beach access together
Housing
Estimated price range: $294,000 – $567,000
Estimated from limited source data — verify current pricing directly.
Lifestyle
Beach access
Very high
New construction
Not yet assessed
HOA considerations
Not yet assessed — HOA and gated-community presence varies significantly by specific neighborhood within Delray Beach.
Cost considerations
Municipal tax millage rate: 6.1611 (2025 final operating rate; plus 0.0289 voted debt service) — this is the city's operating rate only; county and school district millage are separate and add to your total tax bill.
Housing costs, property taxes, and insurance all vary by specific property. Verify current figures with the relevant taxing authority and insurance providers before making decisions.
Relocation considerations
As with any Palm Beach County community, school assignment, flood zone, and HOA rules can vary by exact address — confirm details for any specific property you're considering.
FAQ
Is Delray Beach a good fit for me?
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Is this data verified?
Facts with a cited source above are drawn from that source. Everything else on this page is a placeholder pending full verification — treat it as a starting point, not a guarantee.