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Palm Beach & Broward Counties

Your Guide to Living in South Florida

From Boca Raton's upscale charm to Jupiter's natural beauty, South Florida offers a lifestyle that's hard to beat. Curated by Scott Selleck, a dual-licensed NJ and FL real estate advisor who specializes in helping Northeast residents make the move south.

Last updated: June 2026

Why South Florida

The NJ-to-FL Move

No state income tax, year-round sunshine, and a lower cost of living in many categories. Here's why so many Northeasterners are making the move to Palm Beach and Broward Counties.

No State Income Tax

Florida has zero state income tax, which can save NJ transplants thousands annually compared to New Jersey's graduated rates up to 10.75%.

Year-Round Sunshine

Over 248 sunny days per year. Average winter temperatures in the mid-70s. No snow shovels, no ice scrapers, no cabin fever.

Homestead Exemption

Florida's $50,000 homestead exemption on primary residences reduces your taxable property value and locks in assessment caps against rising values.

Beach Lifestyle

World-class beaches, outdoor dining, boating, golf, and a vibrant arts and culture scene. The South Florida lifestyle is genuinely different from anything in the Northeast.

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Explore Our Cities

Find Your South Florida Neighborhood

Each city in Palm Beach and Broward Counties has its own personality. From Boca Raton's upscale sophistication to Jupiter's outdoor paradise.

Boca Raton

Where luxury meets coastal living

Palm Beach

Boca Raton is the crown jewel of southern Palm Beach County, known for its Mediterranean-inspired architecture, world-class resorts, upscale shopping at Mizner Park, and pristine beaches. A top destination for residents and professionals relocating from the Northeast.

$675K-$773K Upscale coastal
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Deerfield Beach

Laid-back beach town with small-city energy

Palm Beach / Broward

Deerfield Beach offers a more relaxed, affordable alternative to its upscale neighbors. The award-winning beach, fishing pier, and growing craft beer and dining scene make it a favorite among first-time buyers and relocating households who want coastal living without the premium price tag.

$325K-$380K Casual beach
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Boynton Beach

Growing fast, living well

Palm Beach

Boynton Beach sits at the intersection of affordability and convenience in Palm Beach County. A rapidly growing city with new developments, excellent fishing and boating access, and a revitalized downtown district. Popular with a wide range of homebuyers.

$319K-$422K Residential coastal
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Pompano Beach

The comeback kid of South Florida

Broward

Pompano Beach has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a small fishing village into a vibrant coastal community with a redeveloped beachfront, the Isle Casino, and a growing arts and dining scene. Great value for Broward County.

$300K-$400K Emerging coastal
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Jupiter

Natural beauty meets waterfront living

Palm Beach

Jupiter is a nature lover's paradise, surrounded by the Loxahatchee River, Jupiter Inlet, and Jonathan Dickinson State Park. Known for its outdoor lifestyle, excellent restaurants, the iconic Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, and a strong sense of community.

$600K-$800K Nature & waterfront
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Davie

Equestrian heritage meets residential sophistication

Broward

Davie is Broward County's unique equestrian-inspired town, known for its western heritage, Flamingo Gardens botanical sanctuary, Tree Tops Park, and spacious neighborhoods. A rare blend of rural character and residential convenience.

$500K-$575K Equestrian & residential
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Pembroke Pines

Community-focused living in Broward County

Broward

Pembroke Pines is a city with master-planned communities, the largest municipally operated charter school system in Florida, C.B. Smith Park, and a strong sense of community. One of Broward County's most popular destinations for relocating residents.

$475K-$550K Residential
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Coral Springs

Master-planned perfection in western Broward

Broward

Coral Springs is a meticulously planned community with 49 parks, its own police department, rated schools, and easy access to the Everglades. Known for its well-maintained neighborhoods and community-focused atmosphere.

$550K-$650K Master-planned
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Plantation

Tree-lined suburban living in the heart of Broward

Broward

An established suburban city with over 40 parks, tree-lined streets, strong schools, and a central Broward location near Sawgrass Mills. More affordable than Boca with excellent community infrastructure.

$483K-$500K Established suburban
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Sunrise

Big-city amenities with suburban comfort

Broward

Home to Sawgrass Mills and the Florida Panthers, Sunrise offers major retail, entertainment, and Markham Park's 666 acres of outdoor recreation. One of Broward's most affordable entry points.

$392K-$450K Retail & suburban
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Weston

Master-planned living at Broward's western edge

Broward

Broward's premier master-planned community with top-rated schools, gated neighborhoods, 245+ acres of parks, and a strong family-oriented culture. Consistently ranked among Florida's best cities.

$559K-$799K Master-planned
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Margate

Affordable living in central Broward

Broward

An affordable, centrally located city with easy I-95 and Turnpike access, a strong sports complex, and improving neighborhoods. Solid value in central Broward County.

$350K-$400K Affordable suburban
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Coconut Creek

Planned living with parks and green spaces

Broward

A planned city known for its green spaces, the Promenade lifestyle center, and proximity to Seminole Coconut Creek Casino. Balanced living with moderate pricing.

$380K-$512K Planned community
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Tamarac

Affordable central Broward with growing appeal

Broward

An affordable city known for active adult communities like Kings Point, accessible price points, and a central location. One of Broward's most budget-friendly options.

$280K-$321K Affordable
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Lauderdale Lakes

Affordable central Broward living

Broward

A small, diverse city with some of the most affordable housing in Broward County, easy I-95 access, and a central location equidistant from Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton.

$171K-$250K Budget-friendly
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Lauderhill

Diverse and growing in central Broward

Broward

One of Broward's most multicultural cities with a strong Caribbean community, affordable housing, central location, and growing cultural infrastructure including the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center.

$310K-$315K Multicultural
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North Lauderdale

Affordable, growing, and family-oriented

Broward

A small but growing city with newer developments, family-oriented neighborhoods, and accessible pricing between Tamarac and Coconut Creek.

$363K-$365K Family suburban
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Oakland Park

Revitalizing between Fort Lauderdale and Pompano

Broward

One of Broward's most exciting revitalization stories, with a craft brewery scene on NW 33rd Street, growing dining culture, and affordable pricing near Fort Lauderdale.

$385K-$411K Revitalizing
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Wilton Manors

Walkable, vibrant, and unmistakably unique

Broward

Broward's most walkable city with a thriving dining scene on Wilton Drive, strong LGBTQ+ community, mangrove preserves, and genuine character unlike any other South Florida community.

$450K-$550K Walkable & vibrant
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Hallandale Beach

Beaches, racing, and coastal affordability

Broward

A coastal city between Fort Lauderdale and Miami with Gulfstream Park, oceanfront parks, and accessible coastal pricing. Good transit access via Tri-Rail and Brightline.

$295K-$349K Coastal affordable
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Dania Beach

Small-town beach charm near FLL airport

Broward

Broward's oldest city with a fishing pier, 310-acre state park, and strong development momentum. Beach living with small-town character adjacent to FLL airport.

$410K-$535K Beach & historic
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Lighthouse Point

Quiet waterfront luxury north of Deerfield Beach

Broward

An affluent waterfront city with canal access, private docks, boating culture, and a quiet, low-key atmosphere. Premium pricing for genuine waterfront living.

$688K-$925K Waterfront luxury
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Hillsboro Beach

Luxury barrier island on Millionaires' Mile

Broward

A narrow 3.2-mile barrier island famous for Millionaires' Mile luxury estates, the historic Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse, and exclusive oceanfront living.

$500K+ Exclusive barrier island
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Sea Ranch Lakes

A tiny, gated barrier island village

Broward

One of Florida's most exclusive municipalities — a guard-gated village of ~530 residents with a private beach club, 24-hour security, and barrier island luxury.

$1.3M-$6M+ Ultra-exclusive
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Parkland

Master-planned family living near the Everglades

Broward

One of Broward's most desirable master-planned communities with consistently top-rated schools, newer construction, gated communities, and family-focused culture.

$800K-$1.1M Master-planned family
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Southwest Ranches

Equestrian estates and rural character

Broward

A unique rural municipality with equestrian properties, 2.5-to-10-acre lots, horse farms, and a genuine country lifestyle unlike anywhere else in Broward County.

$1.4M-$1.8M Equestrian rural
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Miramar

Large, diverse, and affordable in southern Broward

Broward

One of Broward's largest cities with 40+ parks, diverse dining, newer master-planned communities, and pricing below neighboring Pembroke Pines.

$503K-$514K Diverse & affordable
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Lauderdale-by-the-Sea

Old Florida charm on the coast

Broward

A quiet, walkable beach town with low-rise character, snorkeling reefs 100 yards offshore, a rebuilt fishing pier, and genuine Old Florida atmosphere.

$635K-$681K Walkable beach
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Palm Beach Gardens

Golf capital meets resort-style living

Palm Beach

Palm Beach Gardens is the home of PGA National Resort and the PGA of America headquarters. Known for world-class golf, luxury country clubs like BallenIsles and Frenchman's Creek, and local schools.

$600K-$650K Golf & resort
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West Palm Beach

The cultural heart of Palm Beach County

Palm Beach

West Palm Beach is the county seat and cultural capital, anchored by Clematis Street, the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, and the Norton Museum of Art. Vibrant downtown, distinct neighborhoods, and Brightline high-speed rail access.

$425K-$500K Urban cultural
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Delray Beach

Vibrant arts, beaches, and Atlantic Avenue

Palm Beach

Delray Beach is Palm Beach County's vibrant arts and dining hub, known for its award-winning walkable downtown on Atlantic Avenue, thriving galleries, and beautiful beaches. One of the most desirable communities in South Florida.

$560K-$700K Arts & coastal
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Royal Palm Beach

Master-planned suburban living

Palm Beach

A well-maintained, master-planned suburban village with an extensive park system, family-size homes, and community-oriented atmosphere. More affordable than coastal communities with excellent residential quality.

$499K-$508K Suburban
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Wellington

The Winter Equestrian Capital of the World

Palm Beach

Known worldwide for the Winter Equestrian Festival, Wellington offers large-lot homes, strong schools, and a unique equestrian lifestyle in western Palm Beach County.

$557K-$599K Equestrian
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Lake Worth Beach

Artsy, eclectic, and authentically South Florida

Palm Beach

An artsy, eclectic beachside community with a historic downtown, vibrant creative culture, and the famous Street Painting Festival. Affordable coastal living with character.

$360K-$428K Artsy coastal
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Riviera Beach

Waterfront revitalization meets coastal affordability

Palm Beach

A waterfront city with a marina district, Singer Island, and Peanut Island access. Undergoing significant revitalization with more affordable coastal entry points.

$403K-$510K Waterfront
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Greenacres

Affordable suburban living in central Palm Beach County

Palm Beach

One of the most affordable cities in Palm Beach County with a central location, easy I-95 access, and accessible housing options in a suburban setting.

$300K-$324K Affordable suburban
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North Palm Beach

Waterfront village living with marina access

Palm Beach

A waterfront village known for its marina culture, John D. MacArthur Beach State Park, and established residential neighborhoods near Jupiter.

$512K-$693K Waterfront village
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Lantana

Small coastal town with historic character

Palm Beach

A small, historic coastal town with Intracoastal access, a quiet residential character, and affordable coastal living near Boynton Beach.

$390K-$428K Historic coastal
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Tequesta

Upscale village where the river meets the Intracoastal

Palm Beach

An upscale village where the Loxahatchee River meets the Intracoastal Waterway, offering waterfront properties and genuine small-town charm near Jupiter.

$650K-$749K Upscale waterfront
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Highland Beach

Exclusive barrier island between Boca and Delray

Palm Beach

A narrow barrier island with luxury condos, waterfront estates, and a quiet, exclusively residential atmosphere between Boca Raton and Delray Beach.

$795K-$1.1M Exclusive coastal
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Palm Beach

The crown jewel of American luxury living

Palm Beach

America's most prestigious barrier island, known for Worth Avenue, historic Gilded Age estates, world-class dining, and the highest property values in Palm Beach County.

$1.7M+ Ultra-luxury
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Belle Glade

Agricultural heart of Palm Beach County

Palm Beach

The agricultural center of Palm Beach County on Lake Okeechobee, known for sugarcane farming, affordable living, and freshwater fishing.

$320K Agricultural
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Pahokee

Affordable lakeside living on Lake Okeechobee

Palm Beach

A small city on Lake Okeechobee with agricultural heritage, affordable housing, and world-class freshwater fishing on Florida's largest lake.

$263K Lakeside rural
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South Bay

Rural agricultural city near Lake Okeechobee

Palm Beach

A small agricultural city at the intersection of US-27 and SR-80, offering some of the most affordable housing in Palm Beach County.

$207K Agricultural
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Hypoluxo

Quiet coastal living on the Intracoastal

Palm Beach

A tiny, quiet coastal town on the Intracoastal Waterway between Lantana and Manalapan, offering peaceful residential living at accessible prices.

$310K-$351K Quiet coastal
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Ocean Ridge

Quiet coastal exclusivity south of Boynton Beach

Palm Beach

A small, exclusive residential town on a barrier island with luxury estates, low-density zoning, and no commercial development.

$1.1M-$2.9M Exclusive coastal
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Gulf Stream

Ultra-exclusive estate living on the barrier island

Palm Beach

One of the most affluent communities in Palm Beach County, with estate properties, the Gulf Stream Golf Club, and ultra-luxury waterfront living.

$2.7M-$8.2M Ultra-exclusive
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Briny Breezes

Affordable beach community on the barrier island

Palm Beach

A tiny, affordable beach community with ocean access, a marina, and barrier island living at a fraction of the cost of neighboring towns.

$340K Affordable beach
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South Palm Beach

Quiet barrier island between Palm Beach and Lantana

Palm Beach

A small, quiet barrier island town with residential beachside living, condos, and single-family homes at more accessible prices than Palm Beach.

$500K-$800K Quiet barrier island
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Palm Springs

Affordable central Palm Beach County living

Palm Beach

A village in central Palm Beach County with accessible housing, a mix of condos and homes, and proximity to both coastal amenities and county services.

$400K-$460K Affordable residential
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Lake Clarke Shores

Quiet lakeside village near West Palm Beach

Palm Beach

A small, quiet village centered on Lake Clarke with waterfront homes, boat docks, and a peaceful bedroom-community atmosphere near West Palm Beach.

$668K-$760K Lakeside
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Lake Park

Developing waterfront downtown with character

Palm Beach

A small city with a developing downtown arts district and waterfront harbor, undergoing significant revitalization with the Nautilus 220 project.

$480K Developing coastal
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Mangonia Park

Affordable living with Tri-Rail access

Palm Beach

A small city with affordable housing and direct Tri-Rail commuter rail access — the northernmost stop on the system — near West Palm Beach.

$371K-$432K Transit-accessible
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Atlantis

Exclusive gated community with golf course living

Palm Beach

A fully gated, prestigious municipality with the Atlantis Country Club, championship golf, and a secure, resort-like residential environment.

$560K-$1.2M Gated golf
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Westlake

Modern master-planned living

Palm Beach

A rapidly growing master-planned city by Minto Communities with modern homes, resort-style amenities, and an emerging Town Center.

$696K-$699K Master-planned
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Haverhill

Small-town charm near West Palm Beach

Palm Beach

A small residential town close to West Palm Beach and the airport, offering quiet living at accessible price points.

$450K-$500K Small-town
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