Neighborhood · West Palm Beach, Florida
Golden Lakes
Affordable waterfront condo living in West Palm Beach
91
Homes for sale
$180,000
Median list price
$197
Avg price / sqft
61
Median days on market
Golden Lakes sits on the west side of West Palm Beach, a community built around lakes and low-rise condos where 69 of the 91 active listings sit on the water and 72 come with pool access. It's a practical, everyday kind of place — anchored by well-known enclaves like Century Village, Andros Isle, and Cresthaven, with Dreher Park and its attractions a short drive east. The scale is compact and manageable, with a median home around 905 square feet.
For a buyer today, this is one of the most accessible corners of the county. The median list price is $180,000, with active inventory running from $75,000 to $849,900, and homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $141,000 — with sellers collecting about 95% of asking. Homes take a median of 61 days to sell, so there's room to negotiate, and you can watch new listings come and go on the live map.
Golden Lakes is a community in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Quick facts
$75,000 – $850K price range
905 sqft median home
$930/mo median HOA
$1,850/mo median rent
25 sold in 12 months
On the market now
Homes for sale in Golden Lakes
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$269,000
1440 Windorah Way # C, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,156 sqft
$209,000
1541 Balfour Point Drive # D, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 904 sqft
$199,463
463 Lake Frances Drive # 463, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 888 sqft
$188,000
1442 Lake Crystal Dr # G, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 904 sqft
$180,000
1068 N Benoist Farms Road # 302, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
1 bd · 1 ba · 576 sqft
$179,000
215 Lake Carol Drive, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 888 sqft
$150,000
235 Lake Meryl Drive # 235, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
1 bd · 1.5 ba · 679 sqft
$132,000
133 Lake Carol Drive # 133, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 888 sqft
$219,990
175 Lake Susan Lane, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,009 sqft
$215,000
1165 Golden Lakes Blvd # 1226, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
3 bd · 2 ba · 999 sqft
$165,000
166 Lake Meryl Drive, West Palm Beach FL 33411, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,061 sqft
$139,000
140 LAKE MERYL DRIVE UNIT 233, WEST PALM BEACH
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,096 sqft
Every active listing inside the Golden Lakes boundary
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Where the market lives
The numbers that matter
The Golden Lakes market
25
Sold, last 12 months
$141,000
Median sold price
95%
Sale-to-list ratio
What sellers actually get vs asking
52 days
Median time to sell
Golden Lakes vs West Palm Beach
Median list price
Price per sqft
Days on market
Median sold price — 3-yr, 3-mo rolling
▲ 4.0% yr/yr
Homes sold per month
Live Stellar MLS data — every listing and closed sale inside the Golden Lakes boundary. Rolling medians smooth single-month swings in small communities.
For the school run
Schools Golden Lakes is zoned for
Attendance boundaries overlapping this community — always verify zoning with the district.
What it really costs
Owning here
Owning the median Golden Lakes home
≈ $2,271/mo
$180,000 median · 20% down · 30-yr fixed at 6.9% · taxes/HOA from live listing data · insurance is a Florida estimate.
$930/mo
Median HOA
From current listings inside the boundary
$1,850/mo
Median rent
Homes for rent inside the boundary
Population
8,707
Median age
42
Median income
$46,276
Median home value
$227,002
Beyond the listings
Living in Golden Lakes
Lifestyles
Top 7% 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.
Hobbies & Interests
Top 10% in the U.S.Engine Enthusiast
This population loves working on and showing off their cars, trucks and motorcycles. You can find them researching car shows and the hottest models on the lot.
Entertainment
Top 18% 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.
Active
Top 18% in the U.S.Organized Sports
From tryouts and casual pick-up games, to varsity tournaments and intramural matches, this population includes people who participate in organized athletics. Often through schools or public recreational areas.
Beliefs
Top 20% in the U.S.Local Engagement
These citizens want to make their neighborhood a better, more beautiful place to live. They're attentive to the needs and affairs of the local community.
Active
Top 22% in the U.S.Fitness Obsession
Passionate about strength training, this population relies heavily on the encouragement of the exercise community. While these people seek the latest fitness techniques, they're also interested in supplements and equipment.
Straight answers
Golden Lakes FAQs
Is Golden Lakes a good place to live?+
It's a solid fit for buyers who want affordable, low-maintenance living close to the amenities of West Palm Beach. The community is built around lakes, with 69 of 91 active listings on the water and 72 offering pool access, and it's anchored by established communities like Century Village and Andros Isle.
Is Golden Lakes expensive?+
No — it's among the more affordable neighborhoods in Palm Beach County. The median list price is $180,000 and homes sold over the past year closed at a median of $141,000, with active listings starting as low as $75,000.
What do homes cost in Golden Lakes?+
Expect a median list price of $180,000 and an average of about $197 per square foot on a median home size of 905 square feet. Prices span a wide range, from $75,000 up to $849,900, so there's something for a variety of budgets.
How is the market in Golden Lakes right now?+
There are 91 active listings and homes take a median of 61 days to sell, which gives buyers time and negotiating room. Over the past 12 months, 25 homes sold at a median of $141,000, with sellers averaging 95% of their asking price.
What are HOA fees and taxes like in Golden Lakes?+
The median HOA runs about $930 a month, which is typical for the condo communities here and usually covers shared amenities and grounds. Property taxes are modest at a median of $2,192 per year, and the median rent sits around $1,850 a month if you're weighing renting versus buying.
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