The neighborhood
Grandview Heights is a historic neighborhood in West Palm Beach (ZIP 33401) built atop the Atlantic Ridge just south of Okeechobee Boulevard, bounded by Park Place, Alabama Avenue, M Street, and Lake Avenue. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (since July 8, 1999) and is one of 13 historic districts in the city.
Property types are predominantly early-1900s Craftsman bungalows and Mediterranean Revival homes, along with Bungalow, Craftsman, and Colonial Revival styles; most historic homes were completed by about 1925. Ten blocks were removed in the 1990s for the Kravis Center, Rosemary Square, and the Palm Beach County Convention Center.
Reported 2025-2026 data: active listings run roughly $1.1 million to $1.75 million, with a median sale price around $1.225 million, closed sales spanning $525,000 to $1.91 million, and a median home price reported at $1,542,500; Movoto showed an average list price near $1.65 million as of October 2026.
Grandview Heights is small, historic, and central: ridge-top bungalows, the cultural district at your doorstep, and the city's best downtown access from a preserved neighborhood.
What to know
The character of Grandview Heights.
National Register district
Listed July 8, 1999, one of 13 historic districts in West Palm Beach.
Ridge-top position
Built atop the Atlantic Ridge, one of the highest natural points in the city.
Craftsman & Mediterranean
Early-1900s bungalows and revival homes, most completed by about 1925.
Cultural district at the door
The Kravis Center, Rosemary Square, and the Convention Center sit at its edge.
City & community overview
Grandview Heights at a glance.
Grandview Heights is a compact, high, historic district of early-20th-century bungalows and revival homes, preserved as one of the city's most walkable and culturally connected neighborhoods.
A National Register historic district bounded by Park Place, Alabama Avenue, M Street, and Lake Avenue (Wikipedia, 2026).
Neighborhoods & districts
- Park Place edge
- Alabama Avenue side
- M Street and Lake Avenue blocks
- Okeechobee Boulevard edge
History
The district built out through the 1920s on the Atlantic Ridge; ten blocks were cleared in the 1990s for the Kravis Center, Rosemary Square, and the Convention Center, shaping the compact district that survives today.
Commercial districts & employment
The Okeechobee corridor and downtown supply commercial life; Rosemary Square and the cultural district sit at the neighborhood's edge.
Accessibility & getting around
Okeechobee Boulevard borders the north with Park Place, Dixie Highway, and I-95 nearby. Palm Beach International Airport is about 10 to 15 minutes.
Market overview
The Grandview Heights 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
~$1.1M to $1.75M
Brokerage data, 2025-2026
Median sale
~$1.225M
2025-2026, brokerage data
Average list (Oct 2026)
~$1.65M
Movoto, October 2026
Closed sales spread
$525K to $1.91M
2025-2026
Grandview Heights listings run roughly $1.1 million to $1.75 million with a median sale near $1.225 million, an average list near $1.65 million (October 2026), and closed sales spanning $525,000 to $1.91 million.
The district's small inventory and preservation status keep values stable; we review the historic guidelines with every purchase.
Data source
Wikipedia; Grandview Heights Neighborhood Association; Movoto; Homes.com
Reporting period
2025-2026, reviewed October 2026
Updated
October 2026
Where to look
Neighborhoods and communities in Grandview Heights.
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.
Craftsman bungalow blocks
The district's signature early-1900s bungalows on ridge-top lots.
Mediterranean revival streets
Revival-style homes added during the 1920s boom.
Park Place edge
The northern boundary closest to downtown.
Cultural district edge
Streets bordering the Kravis Center and Rosemary Square.
Luxury opportunities
Luxury real estate in Grandview Heights.
Luxury in Grandview Heights is the renovated-bungalow tier: restored Craftsman and Mediterranean homes from roughly $1.4 million to $1.9 million on the district's best lots, at the footprint of the cultural district.
Property types
- Craftsman bungalows
- Mediterranean and Colonial Revival homes
- Renovated historic residences
- Rare duplex parcels
What buyers should evaluate
- Historic designation and preservation review
- Renovation depth and systems
- Lot and street character
- Distance to the cultural district and downtown
- Flood zone on ridge versus low blocks
- Resale evidence in the same block
Ownership, clubs & restrictions
Rules and fees to know before you buy in Grandview Heights.
Historic preservation rules govern the district. Confirm the current requirements for the exact property.
Historic review
Exterior work and additions require approval under the National Register district's city review.
Zoning
Historic zoning governs density and building form.
Rental rules
Short-term rentals follow city rules; confirm the current ordinance.
Age rules
Grandview Heights is an all-ages neighborhood.
New construction status
New construction in Grandview Heights.
New construction is limited to infill within the historic district under preservation review. Statuses below use the standard vocabulary; anything we cannot confirm is marked Unverified with current information on request.
Historic inventory
The early-1900s build-out is mature; resales and renovations dominate.
Infill construction
New builds proceed under historic review. Contact for current information.
Lifestyle
How people actually live in Grandview Heights.
Grandview Heights life is cultural and compact: the Kravis Center for a show, Rosemary Square for dinner, and downtown for everything else, with a preserved bungalow home on the ridge at the center of it.
Lifestyle, dining & recreation
Living well in Grandview Heights.
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.
Kravis Center
Performing arts at the neighborhood's edge.
Rosemary Square
Dining, shopping, and green space next door.
Downtown West Palm
Clematis Street and the waterfront minutes away.
Convention Center
Events and conferences on the district's boundary.
Schools, healthcare & getting around
The essentials in Grandview Heights.
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
Okeechobee Boulevard borders the north with Park Place, Dixie Highway, and I-95 nearby. Palm Beach International Airport is about 10 to 15 minutes.
Waterfront, insurance & ownership
What to weigh before you buy in Grandview Heights.
Grandview Heights sits on the Atlantic Ridge, which moderates but does not eliminate flood exposure on lower blocks. We verify the FEMA zone and elevation for any property.
Flood zones
Lower blocks near drainage corridors may fall within FEMA flood zones; we verify the current map.
Flood insurance
Required in some zones; premiums vary by elevation.
Drainage
The ridge sheds water well, but we review block-level drainage history.
Nearby
Communities worth comparing.
Palm Beach County
Flamingo Park
A historic district of 1920s Mediterranean and frame homes near downtown.
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
Downtown West Palm Beach
Clematis Street and CityPlace, a waterfront skyline rising around the lagoon.
Community FAQ
Grandview Heights real estate FAQ.
The questions buyers and sellers ask most about Grandview Heights: 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 Grandview Heights in West Palm Beach?
A National Register historic district built atop the Atlantic Ridge just south of Okeechobee Boulevard, bounded by Park Place, Alabama Avenue, M Street, and Lake Avenue.
What are the price ranges in Grandview Heights?
2025-2026 listings ran roughly $1.1 million to $1.75 million, with a median sale near $1.225 million, closed sales from $525,000 to $1.91 million, and an average list near $1.65 million as of October 2026.
What style of homes are in Grandview Heights?
Predominantly early-1900s Craftsman bungalows and Mediterranean Revival homes, with Bungalow, Craftsman, and Colonial Revival styles; most were completed by about 1925.
What is Grandview Heights near?
The Kravis Center, Rosemary Square, and the Palm Beach County Convention Center sit at its edge, with downtown West Palm Beach minutes away, which is why the district is prized for cultural and walkable living.
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, Grandview Heights Historic District
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- Grandview Heights Neighborhood Association
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- Movoto market page
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