Neighborhood · Palm Beach, Florida
Tropical Ridge
Small-scale living near West Palm's core
1
Homes for sale
$380,000
Median list price
$422
Avg price / sqft
85
Median days on market
Tropical Ridge sits in the heart of Palm Beach County near Lake Worth, a compact, walkable pocket where modestly sized homes and a straightforward Florida pace define the day-to-day. This is the kind of neighborhood where a 900-square-foot house makes sense — easy to maintain, close to the action, and priced within reach of buyers who want in without stretching. If you're comparing it against other Palm Beach homes for sale, Tropical Ridge reads as one of the more grounded, entry-level corners of the area.
The market here is genuinely thin — there's currently just one active listing at $380,000, so buyers need patience and quick reflexes when the right home appears. Over the past year only two homes sold, at a median of $369,950, with sellers collecting about 97% of asking, which tells you pricing is realistic and negotiation room is modest. Keep an eye on the live map and be ready to move, because inventory this tight rewards decisiveness.
Tropical Ridge is a community in Palm Beach, Florida.
Quick facts
$380,000 – $380K price range
900 sqft median home
$1,875/mo median rent
2 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Tropical Ridge
Every active listing inside the Tropical Ridge boundary
Open full map search →The numbers that matter
The Tropical Ridge market
2
Sold, last 12 months
$369,950
Median sold price
97%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
79 days
Median time to sell
Tropical Ridge vs Palm Beach
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Tropical Ridge boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Tropical Ridge is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Tropical Ridge home
≈ $2,596/mo
$380,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$1,875/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
5,898
Median age
33
Median income
$49,142
Median home value
$247,320
Beyond the listings
Living in Tropical Ridge
Lifestyles
Top 14% in the U.S.Wealth Signaling
Interested in the finer things life has to offer, this population wants to display their lifestyle by discussing luxury products. Often references jewelry, cars, and home features.
Pieces of History
You can find these people researching an upcoming exhibit at the natural history museum or learning about a famous monument. This population enjoys learning about the past.
Beliefs
Top 20% in the U.S.Mindfulness & Spirituality
Seeking peace and well-being through meditation, gratitude and spirituality.
Entertainment
Top 22% in the U.S.Party Life
The party don't stop until the sun comes up. Loud music, crowds, and shots are a recipe for a great night out for these people.
Appearance oriented
Body Art
Who says the body isn't a canvas? This population loves talking about tattoos, body art and piercings.
Culture
Artistic Appreciation
Galleries, city murals, and skillful latte art gets this population excited. They're always on the lookout for creative expression.
Straight answers
Tropical Ridge FAQs
Is Tropical Ridge a good place to live?+
It's a good fit if you want a compact, centrally located neighborhood near Lake Worth without paying for excess square footage. Homes here average around 900 square feet, which keeps upkeep light and costs contained. It's practical living close to West Palm's core rather than a resort-style enclave.
Is Tropical Ridge expensive?+
Compared to much of the broader Palm Beach homes for sale market, Tropical Ridge is on the affordable end, with the current active listing at $380,000. The average price per square foot is about $422, which reflects the smaller home sizes here. It's one of the more approachable price points in the county.
What do homes cost in Tropical Ridge?+
The single active listing is priced at $380,000, and over the past 12 months two homes sold at a median of $369,950. With sellers getting roughly 97% of asking, buyers should expect list prices to land close to final numbers. Checking the live map is the best way to catch new inventory as it comes up.
How is the market in Tropical Ridge?+
It's a very low-volume market — just one active listing and two sales in the past year — so options are limited and timing matters. Homes tend to sit around 85 days before selling, giving serious buyers a window to evaluate. When a listing fits, be prepared to act rather than wait for alternatives.
What about HOA fees and property taxes?+
There's no HOA fee data on record for Tropical Ridge, which often points to a neighborhood of individually owned homes without association dues. Median property taxes run about $4,604 a year. As always, confirm the specifics on any individual home before you make an offer.
Neighborhood boundary by edgeAI; listings matched to the polygon. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by Stellar MLS.
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