Why Live in Royal Palm Estates
Royal Palm Estates in Haverhill is a suburban neighborhood near Palm Beach International Airport, bordered by industrial buildings. The area is conveniently located between the turnpike and I-95, and just 10 minutes from the beaches. Housing primarily consists of colorful Florida ranch-style homes and contemporary Spanish-style architecture, with single-family homes and duplexes built mainly in the 1960s and ‘70s, and some newer developments from the late 2010s.
Local attractions include Mounts Botanical Garden, featuring over 7,000 species of tropical and subtropical plants, and Haverhill Park, which offers recreational facilities such as basketball, tennis, and pickleball courts, a playground, and a walking trail with exercise stations. Caroline Park provides a smaller playground and a basketball goal. Dining options in the area include Dope Vegan, a plant-based restaurant operating from a food truck, and Don Café, a 24/7 Latin fast food spot. For shopping, residents have access to a nearby Walmart Supercenter and La Tapatia, a Mexican supermarket.
The neighborhood's crime rate is on par with the national average. Wynnebrook Elementary School is a highly rated public school serving the area, while private education is available at Haverhill Baptist Day School. Public transportation is accessible via Palm Tran bus service, with routes along Southern Boulevard, Military Trail, and Belvedere Street. The Palm Beach Zoo and Cox Science Center and Aquarium are notable attractions located about 10 minutes away, offering educational and recreational opportunities for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Royal Palm Estates a good place to live?
Royal Palm Estates is a good place to live. Royal Palm Estates is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with minimal transit options. Royal Palm Estates has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.8 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $57,156 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Royal Palm Estates are renters, with 57.9% of residents renting and 42.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Royal Palm Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Royal Palm Estates neighborhood guide.
Is Royal Palm Estates, FL a safe neighborhood?
Royal Palm Estates, FL is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Royal Palm Estates?
The median home price in Royal Palm Estates is $483,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.36%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,410 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $103K a year to afford the median home price in Royal Palm Estates. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Royal Palm Estates is $57K.
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Home Trends in Royal Palm Estates, FL
On average, homes in Royal Palm Estates, Haverhill sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Royal Palm Estates, Haverhill over the last 12 months is $440,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$469,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$555
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$483,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%