Welcome to Gulf Stream

Gulf Stream

The town may be small, but Gulf Stream, Florida more than makes up for its small size when it comes to exquisite homes and prestigious real estate offerings.  At less than one square mile in size, Gulf Stream is relatively tiny for a community.  However, the residents of Gulf Stream jointly make up one of the highest average incomes of homeowners, of any city in the entire United States.  The 2000 census ranked Gulf Stream as the 11^th highest when it comes to cities and towns with high residential incomes.  The mean price for a detached home in 2011 in Gulf Stream was around $994,000.  In fact, the town traces its history back to when it was used as a winter resort for those with a lot of money to spend.  Today, the town is strictly a residential area, with a number of Gulf Stream, Florida homes for sale exclusively to discriminating buyers.

Location

You will find Gulf Stream in the southeastern portion of Palm Beach County, Florida, between Delray Beach and Boynton Beach.  The town is primarily residential, but because it is between the Intracoastal and the Atlantic Ocean, it also draws a lot of tourists to the area.  North Ocean Boulevard, also known as State Road A1A, goes through the town of Gulf Stream.  It is also one of the most beautiful and important highways running north and south throughout Palm Beach County.  Driving along it is its own adventure.

Communities

With roughly just 600 or so homes in the entire town, and less than 1000 full-time residents, buying one of the few Gulf Stream, Florida homes for sale puts you in an exclusive market.  Many of Gulf Stream’s original homes still stand along the oceanfront.  Built starting in the mid 1920s, a number of the elegant homes look much as they did so many years ago.  If you want a luxury home, without the need for a single-family home, Ballantrae condominiums offers luxurious living within a community setting.  Enjoy private access to the beach, with a premiere location right along the waterfront.  There are several options of this type.  Bermuda Club and Gulf Stream Shores also offer oceanfront living within a condominium lifestyle.  For estate-style living, try Hidden Harbour Estates.  The exclusive community is secluded and exclusive.  Enjoy gated privacy within Palm Beach Shore Acres, as well.  The upscale community includes estate-style homes with magnificent views of the ocean.  From small condominiums, to large estates, the options are great.

Things to Do

Because Gulf Stream is exclusively a residential town, there are not any properties deemed for industrial or commercial use within its boundaries.  However, the beautiful waterfront is an added amenity all in its own right.  The area brings in tourists just to experience the incredible views.  Other nearby communities also have a number of other attractions for residents and tourists, including in Boca Raton.  The area is home to the Boca Raton Museum of Art, the Boca Ballet, and more beautiful, golden beaches.  The exclusive communities of Palm Beach County also provide some of the best tennis and equestrian facilities in the nation.  The Village of Wellington is known as the Winter Equestrian Capitol of the World for its horse shows and top-notch equestrian facilities.  Nearby Delray Beach is known for its outstanding tennis facilities and tournaments held each year.  To the north, West Palm Beach offers the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.  The venue is home to the ballet, opera, and live theatre.  As for outdoor recreation, you will find plenty of that too.  From the more than 150 public and private golf courses located in Palm Beach County, to the miles of pristine South Florida beaches, there is something for just about everyone.  Many residents have their own boats, and spend their time relaxing on the water, and on the shore.  There are also several prime spots in Palm Beach County for scuba diving, snorkeling, kayaking and fishing.  It is no wonder, with the mild temperatures of South Florida, and constant sunshine, a year-round adventure.

Shopping

For all of your retail needs, the surrounding communities of Palm Beach County provide more than enough options and choices for residents.  Nearby Boca Raton, to the south of Gulf Stream, features Town Center at Boca Raton.  The large indoor shopping mall includes more than 200 retail stores, many of them high-end.  It is one of the largest malls of its kind in South Florida.  Also in Boca Raton is Mizner Park, which features an outdoor shopping center.  With dozens of stores and restaurants, the area is a destination for residents and tourists of South Florida.  Boca Raton’s oldest shopping mall is Royal Palm Place, with around 80 different stores to choose from.  The Boynton Beach Mall is directly to the north of Gulf Stream, and the Mall at Wellington Green is to the northwest of the community.  Farther north, is the upscale shopping area in Palm Beach known as Worth Avenue.  With designer stores and fine dining establishments, the area is a big attraction for Palm Beach County residents and tourists.  Downtown West Palm Beach boasts CityPlace, a shopping center with dozens of specialty and national retail stores, as well as restaurants.  Meanwhile, the unique offerings of nearby Delray Beach provide an escape from the usual offerings.  With handmade artwork and eclectic shops, the area is unique all in its own.

Local Economy

The wealthy community of Gulf Stream may be residential, but the surrounding communities of Palm Beach County rely heavily on tourism.  Hotels, restaurants, and other tourist-friendly establishments contribute greatly to the area’s economy.

Ready to Buy?

Buying one of the few Gulf Stream, Florida homes for sale is a choice you do not want to leave up to uncertainty.  At My Area Realty, we know the Gulf Stream market and can help lead you in the right direction.  Make the right choice, by purchasing one of the select Gulf Stream, Florida homes for sale with My Area Realty at your side.