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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.

condotownhomesingle familyluxurywaterfront

Lifestyle

beachrestaurantsnightlifewalkableartsdowntownshoppingcoastal

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?

It depends on your budget, household, and priorities — take the 2-minute planner for a personalized answer.

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.