The neighborhood
Billionaires' Row is the oceanfront stretch of South Ocean Boulevard in Palm Beach (with side streets such as El Bravo Way and El Brillo Way) that hugs the Atlantic just south of Mar-a-Lago. A Palm Beach Daily News analysis of Forbes data estimated about 58 billionaires live on or near the Row, with combined net worth near $494.7 billion.
Famous properties and residents include Mar-a-Lago, Rod Stewart's oceanfront estate, Ken Griffin's planned roughly $1 billion compound, and 2025-2026 newsmakers such as 1616 South Ocean Boulevard (rebuilt 2023, about 20,000 square feet, listed at $195 million), 1540 South Ocean (a new 16,500-square-foot spec compound with a rare beach tunnel, listed $88 million then cut to $84.95 million), 1620 South Ocean ($59.5 million), and 1632 South Ocean (sold privately for $36 million in 2026 after a $14 million 2020 purchase).
Reported 2025-2026 range: roughly $36 million (recent sale) up to about $195 to $200 million (top asking prices), including a $200 million vacant oceanfront and Intracoastal lot listed in early 2025.
The Row is the most public slice of the private estate market: record prices, landmark structures, and the world's attention, with every transaction conducted under maximum discretion.
What to know
The character of Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
The world's priciest street
Estimated 58 billionaires and roughly $494.7 billion in combined net worth near the Row, per a Palm Beach Daily News analysis of Forbes data.
Landmark properties
Mar-a-Lago, record spec compounds, and estates rebuilt at the top of the market.
$195M to $200M asks
Top listings in 2025-2026, including a vacant lot at $200 million.
South Ocean Boulevard
Oceanfront width, rare beach tunnels, and private dune access define the stretch.
City & community overview
Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach at a glance.
Billionaires' Row is a short oceanfront stretch of oversized estate parcels, landmark homes, and construction sites for the world's most expensive private residences, hedged and guarded along the Atlantic.
Estimated 58 billionaires on or near the Row with combined net worth near $494.7 billion (Palm Beach Daily News analysis of Forbes data).
Neighborhoods & districts
- South Ocean Boulevard oceanfront
- El Bravo Way
- El Brillo Way
- Side streets above the beach
History
The Row's modern era began with successive record estate sales and rebuilds through the 2010s and 2020s, accelerated by the pandemic-era migration of finance leaders to Palm Beach.
Commercial districts & employment
None on the Row; Worth Avenue and West Palm Beach supply services minutes away.
Accessibility & getting around
South Ocean Boulevard runs from the island's center to its south end, with the Lake Worth bridge nearby. Palm Beach International Airport is about 15 minutes.
Market overview
The Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach market, in numbers and context.
Figures below are drawn from the cited sources and reporting periods. Markets move, so treat any number as a snapshot, not a promise. We verify current activity, comparable sales, and pricing for the specific property you are considering.
2026 sale example
$36M
1632 S. Ocean Blvd, sold privately in 2026
Top asking
$195M to $200M
1616 S. Ocean and a vacant lot, 2025-2026
Spec compound
$88M, cut to $84.95M
1540 S. Ocean Blvd, 2025-2026
Vacant lot
$200M
Priciest vacant-lot ask, early 2025 per Robb Report
The Row's traded range in 2025-2026 runs from roughly $36 million for a recent private sale to $195-200 million for top asking prices, with landed prices for fresh construction routinely above $80 million.
Most Row transactions never hit public listings. We work this market through direct owner relationships, off-market inventory, and strict confidentiality.
Data source
Robb Report; Brown Harris Stevens; Discover South Florida; Palm Beach Daily News
Reporting period
2025-2026, reviewed October 2026
Updated
October 2026
Where to look
Neighborhoods and communities in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
Each area has its own character, housing stock, and price point. We verify gated status, waterfront access, and association details for the specific property you are considering, since these vary street by street.
South Ocean Boulevard
The oceanfront spine with the Row's widest lots and record addresses.
El Bravo Way & El Brillo Way
The side streets above the beach with estate-size parcels and privacy.
Mar-a-Lago precinct
The club and its immediate neighbors at the Row's north edge.
Luxury opportunities
Luxury real estate in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
Luxury on the Row is the ceiling of the United States market: estate parcels from roughly $36 million to $200 million, new construction at $80 million plus, and the world's most scrutinized private addresses.
Property types
- Oceanfront estate parcels
- New-construction spec estates
- Landmark and rebuilt mansions
- Rare beach-tunnel properties
- Vacant parcels for custom estates
What buyers should evaluate
- Oceanfront width and lot depth
- Construction pedigree and design architects
- Beach access, tunnels, and dune rights
- Privacy, security, and sight lines
- Carrying costs at this price point
- A confidential, negotiated sales process
Ownership, clubs & restrictions
Rules and fees to know before you buy in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
Town codes, coastal regulations, and club rules govern the Row. Confirm the current requirements for any property.
Town zoning
Heights, setbacks, and hedge heights are strictly governed by the town of Palm Beach.
Coastal rules
Beach, dune, and coastal construction control line regulations apply to all oceanfront work.
Rental rules
Short-term rentals are restricted by the town; estate leases are long-term and seasonal.
Club governance
Membership rules at the Row's clubs apply to their members.
New construction status
New construction in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
The Row is the county's most active ultra-luxury construction market, with multiple spec estates under way. Statuses below use the standard vocabulary; anything we cannot confirm is marked Unverified with current information on request.
1540 S. Ocean Blvd
A 16,500 sq ft spec compound with a beach tunnel, listed at $88M and cut to $84.95M.
1616 S. Ocean Blvd
Rebuilt 2023, about 20,000 sq ft, listed at $195M.
Ken Griffin compound
The reported roughly $1 billion planned compound, per press coverage.
Vacant parcels
A $200M vacant oceanfront and Intracoastal lot listed in early 2025. Contact for current availability.
Lifestyle
How people actually live in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
Life on the Row is the world's most visible private address: beachfront living behind tall hedges, club memberships at Mar-a-Lago and the island's clubs, and a neighbor list that reads like a global finance index.
Lifestyle, dining & recreation
Living well in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
The beaches, parks, dining, shopping, and culture that shape day-to-day life here. We list established places and districts; confirm hours and current programming before you visit.
Private beachfront
Oceanfront parcels with private dune access and rare beach tunnels.
Mar-a-Lago
The club anchoring the Row's north edge.
Worth Avenue
Boutiques and dining minutes north.
Island clubs
Palm Beach's club culture surrounds the Row.
Schools, healthcare & getting around
The essentials in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
Schools
Public school assignments are address-specific and change with zoning. Confirm the current feeder pattern with the School District of Palm Beach County before you commit.
Healthcare
Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Palm Beach is minutes away. Confirm current facilities that fit your needs.
Transport & airports
South Ocean Boulevard runs the Row, with the Lake Worth bridge nearby. Palm Beach International Airport is about 15 minutes.
Waterfront, insurance & ownership
What to weigh before you buy in Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach.
The Row faces the Atlantic's high-velocity flood zones with the county's most substantial insurance picture. Elevation, impact glazing, and dune management are central to every transaction, and we review each property's full coastal file.
FEMA flood zones
All Row properties sit in high-velocity VE ocean flood zones.
Flood & wind insurance
The county's most expensive coastal coverage; premiums run into the millions for top estates.
Coastal construction
Coastal construction control lines and town dune regulations govern all work.
Hurricane readiness
Impact glazing, generators, and post-storm history are reviewed for every property.
Nearby
Communities worth comparing.
Palm Beach County
Palm Beach Estate Section
The island's grandest oceanfront and ocean-to-Intracoastal estates south of Worth Avenue.
Palm Beach County
Worth Avenue Area
The island's famous shopping street and the in-town condos around it.
Palm Beach County
Palm Beach Midtown
The island's walkable middle: full-service condos and co-ops between Worth Avenue and Wells Road.
Community FAQ
Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach real estate FAQ.
The questions buyers and sellers ask most about Billionaires' Row, Palm Beach: the market, condos, new construction, waterfront, schools, lifestyle, and the specifics of buying and selling here. Every answer reflects how we actually work this neighborhood.
Browse all South Florida FAQsWhere is Billionaires' Row in Palm Beach?
The oceanfront stretch of South Ocean Boulevard just south of Mar-a-Lago, with side streets such as El Bravo Way and El Brillo Way, an area estimated to hold about 58 billionaires per a Palm Beach Daily News analysis of Forbes data.
What are the price ranges on Billionaires' Row?
2025-2026 transactions ranged from about $36 million (1632 S. Ocean) to top asking prices of $195 million (1616 S. Ocean) and $200 million (a vacant oceanfront lot), with new spec compounds listed from about $85 million.
What are the most famous properties on the Row?
Mar-a-Lago, Rod Stewart's estate, Ken Griffin's planned roughly $1 billion compound, and record listings at 1616 and 1540 South Ocean Boulevard have defined the Row in recent years.
Are Row properties sold publicly?
Most Row transactions are private and off-market. Public listings exist for some spec estates and vacant parcels, but the majority of trades here happen through direct, confidential negotiation.
Provenance
Sourced, dated, and reviewed October 2026.
Information on this page was reviewed in October 2026 and every important fact carries a dated source. Where a fact could not be verified from a dated source, the page says exactly "Contact for current information" or "Not verified" rather than guessing. Markets move, so treat prices and statuses as snapshots and confirm current activity with us before committing.
Sources & citations
- Robb Report vacant lot story
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- Brown Harris Stevens $195M listing
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- USA Today $36M sale report
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- Palm Beach Daily News / Fortune billionaire analysis
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