Top Cities in Palm Beach County Trending in Home Sales & Rentals (2025 Edition)

Palm Beach County, Florida, continues to ride a wave of real estate momentum in 2025. Buyers and renters alike are flocking to select communities—especially those offering rapid home value growth and expanding rental options. In this post, we spotlight cities where homes are both selling and renting fastest, providing insights into what makes each market stand out.

1. City Highlights: Fastest-Growing Home Values

According to Zillow data reflecting year-over-year growth in home values across Palm Beach County:

Manalapan: +5.4%, typical home value ~$3.23M StackerThe Wall Street Journal
Palm Beach: +13.1%, typical value ~$1.66M Stacker
Jupiter Inlet Colony: +4.6%, typical value ~$3.63M Stacker
Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach and others also demonstrated strong double-digit or high single-digit increases, making them standout markets Stacker.

These communities are attracting attention due to their coastal appeal, luxury offerings, and in some cases, new development activity—like the influx of ultra-high-end buyers in Manalapan The Wall Street Journal and Boca Raton’s growing rental boom New York Post.

2. Rental Market on the Rise

Boca Raton is experiencing a significant rental surge: approximately 7,600 new apartments are underway, catering to workforce and younger residents with modern amenities, though rents have remained stable overall New York Post.
Overall Rent Trends: The average rent for all of Palm Beach County stands near $2,721, slightly above the national average—and up 2.5% year-over-year Zillow.

3. Home Sales Volume & Market Activity

Palm Beach County (All Homes): Median sale price is around $505K; approximately 2,072 homes sold in June 2025, though home-selling pace is slowing (average 88 days on market) Redfin.
Single-Family Homes: Median time to sale jumped to 83 days, while condos rose to 100 days MIAMI REALTORS®.
West Palm Beach: January 2025 saw a median sale price of $474K, up 13%, though homes are selling more slowly—83 days on market, versus 68 days a year prior Bankrate.

4. What This Means for Buyers & Renters

Stakeholder	Key Takeaway
Buyers	Manalapan and Palm Beach—though costly—are seeing strong appreciation. For more balanced markets, consider Boca Raton or West Palm Beach.
Renters/Investors	Boca Raton offers robust new rental inventory and a stable rental market—a promising area for long-term income.
Sellers/Agents	Though markets are cooling slightly, inventory remains tight enough to support value—especially in high-demand communities. Strategized listing and pricing are key.