Moving to West Palm Beach: a practical guide
Housing and what it costs
West Palm Beach has a wide range of condos and single-family homes, and by the Census ZIP figures 33417 is one of the least expensive ZIPs on ShulMap in South Florida. The island of Palm Beach, across the Intracoastal, is among the most expensive places in the state. Use the apartment search above for live listings.
Picking a street
Congregation Aitz Chaim on Haverhill Road and Chabad of West Palm Beach on Jog Road are a few miles apart on the mainland; Palm Beach Synagogue and Chabad are on the island. Pick a shul and check the walk from a specific home.
Kosher and daily life
The community is small, so most families do their main kosher shopping in Boca Raton or Boynton Beach, 20 to 30 minutes south.
Schools
The nearest Orthodox day schools are in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. Confirm current admissions, tuition and busing directly with each school.
Who it fits
Families and retirees who want a quieter, smaller community and lower housing costs than Boca Raton, and who don’t mind driving for schools and shopping.