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Historic Spanish-inspired homes near the heart of West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach’s Northwood Hills neighborhood formed during the city’s land boom in the 1920s. The area sits at one of the highest elevations in South Florida, 44 feet above sea level, meaning homes feature basements and offer views of the Lake Worth Inlet. Proximity to the water and copious underground hiding places attracted rum smugglers to the neighborhood in the 1920s. While the smugglers are long gone, the homes and architecture remain, and the neighborhood has been left essentially unchanged, except that many of the historic homes have modern conveniences. New families and young professionals have been moving into Northwood Hills over the last few years, drawn to its proximity to downtown and tight-knit feel. “We have two circular streets in the neighborhood, so it is a great meeting point for neighbors,” says Elizabeth Bridges, a Realtor with Douglas Elliman and a neighborhood resident for over 20 years. “There’s a lot of familiar faces, and people are very friendly here.”
Older housing and a voluntary association
The older Spanish-revival homes from the 1920s can cost between $550,000 and $800,000, while bungalows built in the 1940s and 50s range from $300,000 and $500,000. The neighborhood has been designated as a historic district, and any housing changes or new construction must be done in the classical Spanish revival or bungalow styles, says Bridges. Two train lines run on either side of the neighborhood, but the area has been designated a no-horn zone, reducing noise. Northwood Hills has no HOA, but there is a voluntary neighborhood association.
Lush greenery surrounds a Mediterranean Revival home in Northwood Hills.
A Northwood Hills ranch home features clean, traditional design and lush front landscaping.
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Northmore Elementary School is in the neighborhood
Students start at Northmore Elementary School in the neighborhood, with a C rating on Niche and an arts program. They continue to either John F. Kennedy Middle School or Roosevelt Middle School, which have C-plus and B-minus scores, respectively. Palm Beach Lakes Community High School has a C-plus.
Northmore Elementary School in Northwood Hills scores an A- minus in diversity on Niche.
John F. Kennedy Middle School serves the students of Northwood Hills.
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Local parks and community events
Sullivan Park is in Northwood Hills and features a playground, basketball court and shaded areas. Sunset Park, on Lake Mangonia, has walking trails and a playground. The association hosts meetings to allow neighbors to discuss neighborhood rules and improvements, which is “a good way for neighbors to come together,” says Bridges. It also holds community events such as neighborhood cleanups and public house tours. Ocean attractions in Palm Beach are 4 miles east of Northwood Hills, while downtown West Palm Beach is 4 miles south. The area does not have flooding during storms, but hurricanes can be a factor. The area has a CAP Index Crime Score of 7 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4. A juvenile detention center is in the area.
Sunset Park features views of Lake Mangonia and scenic walking paths in Northwood Hills.
A child enjoys a sunny day with his dog in Northwood Hills' Sullivan Park.
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Dining and shopping locations outside of the community
Restaurants are outside Northwood Hills and feature multiple local destinations. To the southeast, restaurants and cafés are in the Northwood Village district, including Agora Mediterranean Kitchen, which serves shawarma and hummus, and Seasons 401 Cantina, which serves Mexican cuisine. To the northwest is the Royal Sandwich Co., which has been in the area since 1974 and offers different cold and hot sandwiches and soups.
Broadway has smaller grocery stores and bodegas, but larger grocery stores like Presidente Supermarket and Walmart are north along 45th Street. St. Mary’s Medical Center and HCA Florida JFK North Hospital are the nearest hospitals.
Royal Sandwich Co. has been a local favorite near Northwood Hills since 1974.
Agora in Northwood Hills serves fresh Mediterranean dishes in a cozy setting.
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Bus and rail connections and interstate access
PalmTran provides bus connections, with a line running through the neighborhood on 36th Street and stops on Broadway and 45th Street. The nearest Tri-Rail station is 2 miles to the north at Mangonia Park and connects to Fort Lauderdale and Miami. The nearest airport is Palm Beach International. The entrance to Interstate 95 is north along 45th Street.
The Palm Tran bus conveniently runs through the Northwood Hills neighborhood.
Northwood Hills is close to the Mangonia Park Tri-Rail station a convenience for commuters.
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Parks in this Area
Sullivan park
Transit
Airport
Palm Beach International
14 min drive
Bus
25th St & 25th Ct
Bus
45th St & Pbc Home Health Ctr
Bus
36th St & Townhouse Ct
Bus
Electronics Way & 35th St
Bus
Australian Ave & 42nd St
Bus
Electronics Way & Technology Way
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Electronics Way & Palm Tran N Cnty
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Northwood Hills
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northwood Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwood Hills, West Palm Beach sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwood Hills, West Palm Beach over the last 12 months is $340,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,098
Median Age
34
Population under 18
29.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,954
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,427
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.5%
% Population in Labor Force
72.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
62''
Average Winter Low Temperature
58°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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