The neighborhood
Flamingo Park is a historic neighborhood in West Palm Beach (ZIP 33401), about 1.5 square miles of tree-lined streets just west of South Dixie Highway, near downtown. Its boundaries are Park Place on the north, Belvedere Road on the south, Parker Avenue on the west, and Florida Avenue on the east.
The neighborhoods' National Register-listed Flamingo Park Historic Residential District (listed July 14, 2000, roughly 95 acres) is bounded by Parker Avenue, the FEC Railroad tracks, Avon Road and Claremore Drive, and Park Place; the area also received local historic-district designation in January 1993.
Mostly single-family residences were built in the 1920s-1930s Florida land boom on a former pineapple plantation and mango orchard, dominated by Mediterranean Revival, Spanish Mission, Frame Vernacular, Masonry Vernacular, Art Moderne, American Foursquare, Colonial Revival, Minimal Traditional, and Craftsman bungalows.
Reported 2025-2026 data: listings broadly run from roughly $900,000 to $3.5 million; a June 2026 BeachesMLS snapshot showed a median sale near $1.2 million at about $628 per square foot, and Redfin's May 2026 median for all home types was about $1,066,141.
Flamingo Park is Old West Palm Beach at its most preserved: 1920s architecture, grand canopies, and downtown at your door.
What to know
The character of Flamingo Park.
National Register district
The roughly 95-acre core was listed in 2000, with local historic designation since January 1993.
1920s architecture
Mediterranean Revival, Spanish Mission, frame vernacular, and bungalow styles from the land boom.
1.5 square miles of character
Tree-lined streets just west of South Dixie Highway and minutes from downtown.
Active market
2025-2026 listings from roughly $900,000 to $3.5 million.
City & community overview
Flamingo Park at a glance.
Flamingo Park is one of West Palm Beach's most intact historic districts: 1920s and 1930s architecture under mature canopies, with a strong neighborhood association and preservation protection.
The neighborhood spans about 1.5 square miles; the historic district core is roughly 95 acres (Wikipedia and Living Places, 2026).
Neighborhoods & districts
- The National Register core
- Park Place to Belvedere Road
- Parker Avenue to Florida Avenue
- The FEC rail edge
History
The area was platted in 1921 on a former pineapple plantation and mango orchard and built out during the Florida land boom; it received local historic-district designation in 1993 and National Register listing in 2000.
Commercial districts & employment
Neighborhood-serving; downtown West Palm Beach's dining and retail are minutes east.
Accessibility & getting around
Park Place, Belvedere Road, Parker Avenue, and Florida Avenue bound the district, with Dixie Highway and I-95 nearby. Palm Beach International Airport is about 15 minutes.
Market overview
The Flamingo Park 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.
2025-2026 listings
~$900K to $3.5M
Brokerage data, 2025-2026
June 2026 median sale
~$1.2M
BeachesMLS snapshot, ~$628/sq ft
May 2026 median, all types
~$1.066M
Redfin
Multi-family median
~$1.25M
June 2026, BeachesMLS
Flamingo Park's market centers on renovated historic homes from roughly $900,000 to $3.5 million, with medians around $1.066 million (May 2026) to $1.2 million (June 2026) at about $628 per square foot.
Renovation depth, lot, and historic character drive the spread. We review the preservation guidelines with every purchase, because they materially affect what buyers can do.
Data source
Wikipedia; Living Places; BeachesMLS; Redfin
Reporting period
2025-2026, reviewed October 2026
Updated
October 2026
Where to look
Neighborhoods and communities in Flamingo Park.
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.
Historic district core
The National Register area with the district's best-preserved architecture.
Park Place edge
The northern boundary near downtown.
Belvedere edge
The southern boundary with a mix of housing.
Dixie corridor
The eastern edge toward South Dixie Highway.
Luxury opportunities
Luxury real estate in Flamingo Park.
Luxury in Flamingo Park is the best-renovated historic tier: restored Mediterranean and frame homes from about $2 million to $3.5 million on oversized historic lots, with the district's entry from the $900,000s.
Property types
- Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Mission homes
- Frame vernacular and bungalow residences
- Renovated historic estates
- Duplexes and multi-family homes
What buyers should evaluate
- Historic designation and review constraints
- Renovation depth and system upgrades
- Lot size on the historic grid
- Street and canopy character
- Proximity to downtown and Dixie
- Resale evidence in the same block
Ownership, clubs & restrictions
Rules and fees to know before you buy in Flamingo Park.
Historic preservation rules are the defining restriction. Confirm the current requirements for the exact property.
Historic review
Exterior changes, additions, and new construction require approval under the local historic district designation.
Zoning
The district carries historic preservation zoning (SF14-C2 in parts) governing density and use.
Rental rules
Short-term rentals follow city rules; confirm the current ordinance.
Age rules
Flamingo Park is an all-ages neighborhood.
New construction status
New construction in Flamingo Park.
New construction in Flamingo Park is infill within the historic district, subject to preservation review. Statuses below use the standard vocabulary; anything we cannot confirm is marked Unverified with current information on request.
Historic inventory
The 1920s-1930s build-out is mature; resales and renovations dominate.
Infill construction
New builds and additions proceed under historic review. Contact for current information.
Lifestyle
How people actually live in Flamingo Park.
Flamingo Park life is historic-meets-urban: 1920s porches under live oaks, morning walks to downtown, and a lively preservation community, minutes from the water, the airport, and the island.
Lifestyle, dining & recreation
Living well in Flamingo Park.
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.
Downtown West Palm
Clematis Street dining, nightlife, and events minutes east.
Historic streets
The district's canopied blocks are made for walking.
Neighborhood association
Active events, gardens, and preservation advocacy.
Airport & island access
Palm Beach International and the island bridges are both minutes away.
Schools, healthcare & getting around
The essentials in Flamingo Park.
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
St. Mary's Medical Center and Good Samaritan Medical Center are a short drive. Confirm current facilities that fit your needs.
Transport & airports
Park Place, Belvedere Road, Parker Avenue, and Florida Avenue bound the district, with Dixie Highway and I-95 nearby. Palm Beach International Airport is about 15 minutes.
Waterfront, insurance & ownership
What to weigh before you buy in Flamingo Park.
Flamingo Park is not waterfront, but low-lying blocks near the lagoon and drainage corridors may carry flood insurance requirements. We verify the FEMA zone and elevation for any property.
Flood zones
Some western and low-lying blocks fall within FEMA flood zones; we verify the current map.
Flood insurance
Required in some zones; premiums vary by elevation.
Drainage
We review the neighborhood's stormwater history.
Historic retrofits
Upgrading historic homes requires review; we confirm what is permitted.
Nearby
Communities worth comparing.
Palm Beach County
Grandview Heights
A ridge-top historic district of bungalows on the Atlantic Ridge south of Okeechobee.
Palm Beach County
Northwood, West Palm Beach
The city's historic quarter north of downtown: Old Northwood, Northwood Hills, and the Village.
Palm Beach County
El Cid
A National Register historic district of Mediterranean homes on the lagoon.
Community FAQ
Flamingo Park real estate FAQ.
The questions buyers and sellers ask most about Flamingo Park: 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 Flamingo Park in West Palm Beach?
A historic neighborhood of about 1.5 square miles just west of South Dixie Highway, bounded by Park Place, Belvedere Road, Parker Avenue, and Florida Avenue, with a National Register historic district core.
What are the price ranges in Flamingo Park?
2025-2026 listings broadly ran from about $900,000 to $3.5 million. June 2026 BeachesMLS data showed a median sale near $1.2 million at about $628 per square foot; Redfin's May 2026 median was about $1,066,141.
What architecture is in Flamingo Park?
Mostly 1920s-1930s single-family homes in Mediterranean Revival, Spanish Mission, Frame Vernacular, Masonry Vernacular, Art Moderne, American Foursquare, Colonial Revival, and Craftsman styles, plus some duplexes.
Can you build new in Flamingo Park?
New construction and additions are possible but subject to the local historic district's preservation review, which governs exterior design, massing, and materials. Confirm the current requirements before planning.
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
- Wikipedia, Flamingo Park Historic District
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- Living Places district history
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- Redfin neighborhood page
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