Hillsboro Beach

Hillsboro Beach Real Estate, Florida

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Welcome to Hillsboro Beach — South Florida’s Hidden Oceanfront Haven

Hillsboro Beach is a serene, upscale town nestled along three miles of Atlantic coastline between Deerfield Beach to the north and Pompano Beach to the south. With a population under 2,000 across a mere 3.7 square miles, this boutique enclave of grand waterfront homes offers unmatched privacy, prestige, and panoramic ocean & Intracoastal views. Built around the famous Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse, it’s one of the most exclusive communities in Broward County.

Why Buyers Choose Hillsboro Beach

🌊 Unrivaled Waterfront Lifestyle

With wide Atlantic beachfront and expansive Intracoastal frontage, many homes here offer deep-water docks, ocean stacking lifts, and unobstructed access—via Hillsboro Inlet—to blue seas and offshore reefs.

🏡 Estate-Scale Properties & Architectural Variety

From classic Mediterranean villas to modern coastal estates with custom pools and lush gardens, homes range from 5,000 sq ft to over 20,000 sq ft, typically on oversized lots (approximately 1 acre), offering the space, scale, and luxury that discerning buyers seek.

✅ Elite Market Value

Hillsboro Beach is known for commanding $5M to $30M+—with select properties formerly selling for $17M, $28M, or more, depending on waterfront depth, views, and custom finishes. It’s the go‑to alternative to high‑density communities and crowded beachfront options.

🛡 Privacy, Security & Local Governance

Hillsboro operates as an incorporated town with its own police force, minimal commercial traffic, and stringent coastal zoning—including dune-built barriers, low lighting ordinances, and privacy protections ensuring island tranquility.

🏌️ Close to Boca and Coastal Destinations

Although tucked away from high-rise vistas, residents enjoy less than a 10-minute drive into Boca Raton’s upscale shops and dining, plus easy access to Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach airports.

Lifestyle & Amenities

🍽 Dining & Social Culture

Life here leans toward relaxed elegance—whether it's sunset dinners at The Lighthouse Café, private yacht club gatherings, or impromptu oceanfront gatherings under starlight. There’s no nightlife—but a quiet refinement prevails.

🏞 Parks, Beaches & Natural Beauty

Hillsboro Beach takes pride in its maintenance of pristine beaches and dune preservation. Though there’s no public park in town limits, residents enjoy lush beachside cabanas, coastal bird habitats, and proximity to Spanish River Park and Morikami Gardens just over town lines.

🚤 Boating Access & Marina Life

Homes along the Intracoastal offer immediate dock-use—the town’s premier advantage. Many boaters are free to cruise into the Atlantic in mere minutes with no bridge delays.

Real Estate Market Snapshot

🧾 Price & Inventory Overview

Oceanfront & Intracoastal Estates: $6M–$30M+
Updated mid-scale homes (waterfront): $3M–$5M
Dry-lot & newer infill: Rare and priced from $2M–$4M depending on features

Key stats:

Median listing price: $9M
Median sold price: $7.25M
Average days on market: 145 days
Appreciation: 8–10% YoY among waterfront inventory

Limited turnover and strong buyer interest in this elite coastal setting make for highly competitive placements when listings appear.

Buyer & Seller Considerations

Ideal Buyers: High-net-worth individuals seeking serenity, boating access, and resort-like design.

Ideal Sellers: Owners of renovated waterfront estates or future-ready dry-lots—who benefit from ready buyer demand and low listing supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is any part of Hillsboro Beach public or resort‑style?
A: No—it’s a small private town lacking public beaches, high-rises, or commercial facilities. Residences are single-family estates, ensuring peace and exclusivity.

Q: Is flood insurance required?
A: Yes—properties are within coastal FEMA zones. Most are built or renovated to FEMA elevation and include impact windows, hardened structures, and post-storm resilience planning.

Q: How close is the Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse?
A: With roughly a dozen homes walking distance to the lighthouse, the navigation aid remains an iconic landmark and local gathering point near festive lighting events.

Q: Are short-term rentals allowed?
A: No—no vacation rentals or hotel units exist within town limits. Homes are owned for full-time living, seasonal retreat, or long-term leasing.

Q: Does the town allow new construction?
A: New builds are permitted but must follow strict zoning—typically 0.8 FAR maximum, dune setbacks, and trees retained within yards for ecological integrity.

Neighborhood Highlights & Features

Wimbledon Isles, Hillsboro Isles, and North Hillsboro Estates each feature gated streets and larger lots.
South of the inlet, hillsboro canal homes have wider canal frontage and deeper water depth ideal for yachts.
Broadwater area north of the inlet remains tightly controlled and rarely available.

Why Work With Tori in Hillsboro Beach

Specialized experience navigating high-value coastal zoning, floodplain permitting, and hurricane compliance.
Marketing expertise using aerial drone tours, twilight photography, private broker previews, and international luxury networks.
Track record in negotiating multiple‑million‑dollar waterfront estates discreetly with a high-touch level of service.

Make Hillsboro Beach Your Luxury Legacy

Imagine waking to ocean views, boating from your private dock, or enjoying sunrise from a flagstone patio. That calm, elegant intro to coastal life awaits.

📞 Call Tori today to explore available waterfront estates or preview upcoming opportunities.
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