Why Live in West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach in Johnsburg is a nature-centric neighborhood known for its serene lakeside and wooded areas. Pistakee Lake is a central feature, offering residents private water access and opportunities for boating, kayaking, and fishing. The community is surrounded by nature preserves like Pistakee Bog and Volo Bog Nature Preserve, providing extensive trails and marshlands for outdoor activities. Harmony Marina is 3 miles away, and Light House Marina is 5.5 miles from the neighborhood, catering to boating needs. Equestrians can utilize Pistakee Bay Stable, which includes indoor and outdoor arenas. Golfers have access to the nearby Pistakee Country Club's 9-hole course. Homes in West Palm Beach range from waterfront properties with in-ground pools and large lots to more affordable ranch-style and split-level houses inland. Dining options include The Backyard Bar & Marina, known for its lake views and fresh fish, and Dockers, popular for its Friday night fish fry. Grocery stores like Aldi and Jewel-Osco are within 2 miles. Students attend McHenry Community High School, which has a high rating and offers various career and technology courses. The neighborhood is within 5 miles of McHenry and Fox Lake, both of which provide Metra access to downtown Chicago. Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 60 miles away, accessible via U.S. Route 12 and Interstate 290.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Palm Beach a good place to live?
West Palm Beach is a good place to live. West Palm Beach is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. West Palm Beach is a suburban neighborhood. West Palm Beach has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.3 people per acre and a median age of 51. The average household income is $113,262 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 40.4% of residents. A majority of residents in West Palm Beach are home owners, with 11.4% of residents renting and 88.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving West Palm Beach can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
West Palm Beach neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in West Palm Beach?
The median home price in West Palm Beach is $982,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $196,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,080 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $218K a year to afford the median home price in West Palm Beach. The average household income in West Palm Beach is $113K.
What are the best public schools in West Palm Beach?
The best public schools that serve West Palm Beach are:
What are the best private schools in West Palm Beach?
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Home Trends in West Palm Beach, IL
On average, homes in West Palm Beach, Johnsburg sell after 161 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in West Palm Beach, Johnsburg over the last 12 months is $865,000.
Median Sale Price
$865,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$835,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$960,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$382
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$982,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%