Northwood

Northwood in West Palm Beach, FL: a historic neighborhood north of downtown with 1920s homes in Old Northwood and the walkable, arts-driven Northwood Village. Explore Northwood with the Wolfe Team.

Overview for Northwood, FL

1,301 people live in Northwood, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $47,010. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,301

Total Population

41 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$47,010

Average individual Income

Around Northwood, FL

There's plenty to do around Northwood, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Skylite Bar & Grill, World Famous Restaurant, and Nine lives Café.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.5 miles 1 review 5/5 stars
Dining 0.51 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining 0.72 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Dining · $$ 0.77 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Shopping 0.76 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Shopping 0.91 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

About Northwood

Northwood is a historic neighborhood north of downtown West Palm Beach, anchored by Old Northwood's 1920s homes and the walkable, arts-driven Northwood Village. It pairs preserved architecture with a creative, independent small-business scene.

Quick facts

  • Location: North of downtown West Palm Beach
  • Status: Historic district (Old Northwood), with roughly 170 contributing 1920s structures
  • Built: 1920s land-boom era
  • Styles: Mission, Mediterranean Revival, Craftsman bungalow, Frame Vernacular

Homes and pricing

  • Home types: Historic single-family homes, plus condos and smaller cottages
  • Typical price range: Single-family homes generally run from the $700Ks into the $1.5 millions and up, with waterfront homes higher; condos and smaller homes start in the $300Ks. Ranges move with the market, so reach out for current pricing.

Highlights

  • Restored 1920s homes with original details
  • Northwood Village's galleries, coffee shops, and boutiques
  • Murals, art walks, and an independent business scene
  • North of downtown with easy access to the water

Who it suits

A good fit for buyers who want a historic home with character in a creative, walkable, up-and-coming pocket. The Wolfe Team can help you find the right block as the area continues to grow.


Demographics and Employment Data for Northwood, FL

Northwood has 535 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Northwood do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,301 people call Northwood home. The population density is 22,807 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

1,301

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41 years

Median Age

65 / 35%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
535

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$47,010

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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