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An advantageous location of the city
Roosevelt Estates has roots as a historically Black West Palm Beach neighborhood, developed in the mid-20th century to facilitate an influx of new residents to the area. The area has grown a reputation of being perhaps one of the most conveniently located sections of the city over the decades since. From shopping to outdoor fun, it’s all close to Roosevelt Estates. “It’s a great location in terms of access to all of the great things in West Palm Beach,” says local Realtor Stephen Snow of EXIT Realty Premier Elite. “Schools, activities, entertainment, shopping, dining, transportation.”
Homes create a cohesive landscape
Most of the houses in Roosevelt Estates were built between the 1950s and the 1970s. Construction came as part of a boom that corresponded with what was a 20% increase in Black residents to the city between 1950 and 1960, according to the Sun Sentinel. The neighborhood is made up almost exclusively of single-story bungalow- and ranch-style homes. “They’re basically about average size, about three-bedroom, two bath,” says Snow, who has lived in the area for almost 50 years. “And they’re well built, built in a really good time period. And they offer attractively sized lots.” Floor plans stretch an average of about 1,500 square feet, and lots here are often somewhere around one-fifth of an acre. Price tags in Roosevelt Estates start in the mid-$200,000s and usually top out in the $500,000s.
A timeless ranch home exuding elegance in Roosevelt Estates.
Classic ranch-style homes nestled in the serene neighborhood of Roosevelt Estates.
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Dining of all types is nearby
There’s a multitude of restaurants within a couple of miles. “You really don’t have to go very far from Roosevelt Estates,” Snow says. “That area, you don’t have to stray very far to find good restaurants in every price range.” Spots like regional chain Jaws Hot Chicken & Seafood are within walking distance for many. Jaws’ chicken sandwiches are beloved. Fan out a bit farther for spots like the family-owned Off Tha Bone BBQ, whose ribs are renowned. Or roll south toward Downtown for Clematis Street or The Square for many more options — those are two of the hottest spots for dining in the city, Snow says.
There’s also a Publix near The Square, just about 2 miles from Roosevelt Estates, convenient for groceries and other essentials. Locals can scratch their retail itch just over a mile to the west at the Tanger Outlets. This 455,000-square-foot outdoor shopping center features dozens of stores, from Adidas to Zumiez.
Off Tha Bone Bbq is well known for southern style cooking in Roosevelt Estates.
Flavor-packed delights await at Jaws Hot Chicken & Seafood in Roosevelt Estates.
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Community events come close by
The neighborhood’s proximity to downtown means residents don’t have to go far to enjoy city traditions. For one, the “4th on Flagler” event takes place downtown for the Fourth of July, featuring live music, food and a fireworks show Areas like Roosevelt Estates are so close that residents hardly have to leave the neighborhood for the fireworks. “You almost don’t have to drive to see them. That’s a plus,” Snow says. SunFest is another major event downtown, a three-day music and art festival in May, featuring artists from a range of genres.
City boasts well-regarded schools
The School District of Palm Beach County serves kids in Roosevelt Estates, a system with a B-plus rating on Niche and that ranks No. 2 on the site’s list of the best school districts in the Miami area. Westward Elementary is right in the middle of the neighborhood, a C-rated school with student-teacher ratios of just 13-to-1. Students can then move on to the C-rated Bear Lakes Middle, which has a built-in Pre-Biotechnology Program. The C-plus-rated Palm Beach Lakes Community High is next and features the Five Carat Choice Program, with academies on topics such as fire science, medical sciences and digital media technology.
Palm Beach Lakes Community High is a great place to enroll your child in Roosevelt Estates.
Westward Elementary School is an International Baccalaureate Magnet School in Roosevelt Estates.
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Outdoor fun is easy to find
Residents around the neighborhood are within a reasonable walk or a short drive from Gaines Park, a sprawling 56-acre expanse. Gaines Park includes a playground, multiple athletic fields, a basketball court, tennis courts, a community center and a gymnasium. A $14.8 million renovation project is underway at Gaines, to rebuild the gym, expand the community center and resurface the tennis courts. Snow notes that Roosevelt Estates is near the 540-acre Lake Mangonia as well. “Which is one of the larger natural lakes in West Palm Beach,” he says. “You can fish there and you can boat there.
Roosevelt Estates is bordered by Mangonia Lake which has a boat dock.
Roosevelt Estates kids joyfully playing on the courts of Gaines Park.
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Take a trip with Palm Tran
Roosevelt Estates features multiple stops on the area’s Palm Tran bus system. The Palm Tran network includes more than 30 routes around the city. Drivers here are just a couple of miles from Interstate 95, too, making it easier to get elsewhere in the city. And commutes around the neighborhood are set to be eased with the help of an $8.1 grant West Palm Beach received in 2023, addressing problems like frequent flooding after hard rain.
Crime
The crime score here is much higher than the national average, according to the CAP Index, with the highest scores in the categories of homicide, sexual assault, assault with a weapon, burglary and motor vehicle theft.
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Parks in this Area
Chillingworth Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Coleman Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Gaines Park and Community Center
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Gateway Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Heart & Soul Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Alice Mickens Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Palm Beach International
11 min drive
Bus
Pbl Blvd & Bld1523
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Australian Ave & 10th St
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Australian Ave & Roosbelt Sch N Ent
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Australian Ave & 7th St
Bus
Pbl Blvd & Australian Ave
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Australian Ave & 13th St
Bus
Pbl Blvd & 7th St
Roosevelt Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Roosevelt Estates, West Palm Beach sell after 1 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Roosevelt Estates, West Palm Beach over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 26% 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 Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,940
Median Age
34
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,416
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,536
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
73.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
13.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
% Population in Labor Force
55.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
62''
Average Winter Low Temperature
58°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 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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