Delray Beach

What is Delray Beach known for?

Delray Beach is known for Atlantic Avenue, which runs from downtown toward the beach, along with Old School Square and the Pineapple Grove Arts District. Boca Raton, just to the south, has its own guide.

How much beach does Delray Beach have?

Delray Beach has about three miles of ocean beachfront. Tell me how close to the sand you want to be and I will point you to the right part of town.

What is there to do in Delray Beach?

The Delray Beach Tennis Center hosts the Delray Beach Open, and the municipal marina and the Veterans Park cruises keep the water part of daily life.

Do homes in Delray Beach need flood insurance?

It depends on the flood zone of the specific property, and lenders often require it in higher-risk zones. An oceanfront or Intracoastal home can be very different from one farther west. I check the flood zone and get an insurance quote before you write an offer, so there are no surprises at closing.

How do schools work for a Delray Beach address?

Delray Beach is in the School District of Palm Beach County, one county-wide district. Which school a home is zoned for depends on the address, so I confirm the assignment with the district before you make an offer.

What should I know about the homestead exemption if I buy in Delray Beach?

The homestead exemption and the Save Our Homes cap apply only to a home that is your permanent residence, so a second home does not qualify. If Delray Beach will be your permanent home, you need to own and live in it by January 1 and file by March 1. I walk every buyer through this and put it in writing right after closing.