Briny Breezes
Affordable beach community on the barrier island
By Scott Selleck — Licensed NJ/FL Real Estate Agent | 32+ Years in Bergen & Hudson Counties | The Selleck Group / KW City Views Realty
Last updated: June 2026
What Is It Like to Live in Briny Breezes, FL?
Briny Breezes is a tiny, incorporated beach community with only about 540 residents and a median home value around $340K. It is one of the most affordable ways to live directly on a barrier island in Palm Beach County.
Briny Breezes is unique in Palm Beach County. The community consists primarily of mobile and manufactured homes — many renovated and upgraded — on a barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway. Residents enjoy direct beach access, a community beach club and pool, and a marina. The community has a tight-knit, casual atmosphere that appeals to those seeking simple beach living.
The community sits between the exclusive towns of Ocean Ridge and Gulf Stream, giving residents easy access to the dining and shopping of Delray Beach and Boynton Beach. For homebuyers, Briny Breezes represents an exceptionally rare opportunity: barrier island living at a fraction of the cost of neighboring communities.
Neighborhoods
Briny Breezes Community
Mobile and manufactured homes on a barrier island with ocean and Intracoastal access. Affordable waterfront living.
Schools
Palm Beach County Schools. Students zoned for Delray Beach area schools.
Home Prices
Median around $340K. Mostly mobile/manufactured homes. Most affordable barrier island.
Commute
Car-dependent. A1A access. I-95 via Linton Blvd. Tri-Rail in Delray Beach, 10 min north.
Community Social Events
Community-organized social events and holiday gatherings.
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