An oceanfront condominium in Palm Beach, Florida

The Reef, Palm Beach

An oceanfront condominium of 100 units at 2275 South Ocean Boulevard in Palm Beach, near Phipps Ocean Park, built in 1974 according to the county roll.

100Condominium homes on the county roll
1974Years most homes were built
1,610Typical living area, sq ft
CondominiumsHome type
1974Association incorporated

Homes, years and sizes: Palm Beach County property records (2025 tax roll).

Overview

About The Reef

The Reef is a 100-unit oceanfront condominium at 2275 South Ocean Boulevard, completed in 1974. Phipps Ocean Park and the town’s Par 3 course are its neighbors on the island.

The county roll lists 100 condominium units under Reef Condominium, all dated 1974. Units run from about 1,520 to 1,870 square feet, with most near 1,610.

It stands at 2275 South Ocean Boulevard, further north than the 2500 to 2700 block buildings, close to Phipps Ocean Park and the town’s Par 3 course. Ibis Isle and Sloan’s Curve are the nearest neighbors on the roll.

What the association covers, and the inspection and reserve history of a 1974 building, we confirm in the documents for a specific residence.

At a glance

Streets
South Ocean Boulevard
Home type
Condominiums
Built
Mostly 1974
Living area
About 1,520 to 1,870 sq ft
Zip code
33480
County
Palm Beach County
Association
The Reef Condominium Association, Inc.

On the market now

Homes for Sale in The Reef

Listings inside the boundary of The Reef, newest first, updated through the day from BeachesMLS. No condominiums are listed for sale here right now. New listings come up through the year; ask me to watch for one.

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Live from BeachesMLS · Guide updated October 2026

Closed sales

The Reef Market

Closed sales inside the boundary of The Reef, every home type together. Medians and the middle range say more than any average, and in a community this size a single unusual sale can move a year.

The Reef recorded 7 closed sales in the twelve months through October 2026. Medians, so one unusual sale does not move them; we break the numbers out by home type for any home you are considering.

MeasureLast 12 monthsYear beforeChange
Homes sold72+250%
Median sale price$1,812,000$1,295,000+40%
Median price per sq ft$1,056$744+42%
Active listings now0

BeachesMLS closed sales inside the boundary of The Reef, twelve months through October 2026, via IDX Broker. Active listings now is live from the MLS feed; the median asking price updates monthly. Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Association and costs

The Reef Association and What It Costs

Who runs the association, what governs it, and what current listings say the fee is.

AssociationThe Reef Condominium Association, Inc.
Florida corporate recordSunbiz document 729835, filed May 23, 1974 (opens in a new tab)
Governed byChapter 718, Florida Statutes (condominiums)
WaterOcean or lake exposure, beach access and any dock rights depend on the building and the unit; we confirm them for a specific residence.

Association Fees From Current Listings

Association fee, median$3,020 a month
Typical range$2,742 to $3,280 a month
Usually coversCommon Areas, Cable TV, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Pest Control, Water, Security, Trash
Club membershipNot required

From 10 current and recent BeachesMLS listings in The Reef, via IDX Broker, refreshed weekly. Fees are monthly equivalents of the association fees in each listing; condo, master and sub-association fees can stack. The recorded documents, the current budget and the estoppel govern.

What Else to Check

  • Taxes and insurance After a sale the assessed value resets the following January. Flood zone and roof age drive insurance quotes, so we check both for the address.
  • Estoppel The closing agent orders an estoppel certificate from each association, which confirms what is owed at closing.

Documents to Review Before Closing

  • Before you sign: leasing, pet and approval rules if they matter to you
  • After you sign: the declaration, articles, bylaws, rules, budget and reserves, with the cancellation window Florida law sets once you receive them
  • For buildings three stories or taller: milestone inspection and structural integrity reserve study status
  • Before closing: the estoppel certificate from the condominium association

Where it sits

Around The Reef

Places nearby.

Phipps Ocean Park (opens in a new tab)Town oceanfront park on South Ocean Boulevard, home to the Little Red Schoolhouse and a racquet center.
Palm Beach Par 3 (opens in a new tab)The town’s 18-hole par 3 course on the ocean, first laid out by Dick Wilson and Joe Lee in 1961.
Palm Beach Tennis Centers (opens in a new tab)Town courts at Seaview Park and the Phipps Ocean Park Racquet Center on South Ocean Boulevard.
Worth Avenue (opens in a new tab)The town’s shopping street of shops, galleries and restaurants, north along the island.
The Society of the Four Arts (opens in a new tab)Gardens, library, lectures and exhibitions on Royal Palm Way.
Flagler Museum (opens in a new tab)Henry Flagler’s Whitehall, completed in 1902, now a museum on Cocoanut Row.

Zoned Public Schools

At the center of The Reef, the School District of Palm Beach County zones Palm Beach Public Elementary (elementary), Lake Worth Middle (middle) and Forest Hill High (high). Boundaries are set by address and can change, so we confirm them for the home you are considering.

Elementary

  • Palm Beach Public Elementary

Middle

  • Lake Worth Middle

High

  • Forest Hill High

Find the Zoned School for an Address

How it came to be

A Short History of The Reef

  1. 1911

    The Town of Palm Beach was incorporated on April 17, covering the island down to its south end.

  2. 1961

    The Palm Beach Par 3 course was first laid out by Dick Wilson and Joe Lee, just up the road.

  3. 1974

    The Reef was completed; the county roll dates all 100 units to this year.

Sources: Palm Beach County 2025 tax roll (Florida Department of Revenue), Town of Palm Beach, Wikipedia (Palm Beach, Florida), Palm Beach Par 3.

The boundary

The Reef on the Map

Questions

Questions Buyers Ask About The Reef

What do condominiums in The Reef cost right now?

No condominiums are listed for sale here right now. New listings come up through the year; ask me to watch for one. The market section above shows what condominiums here actually sold for over the past year.

Where is The Reef in Palm Beach?

At 2275 South Ocean Boulevard, in the 33480 ZIP, near Phipps Ocean Park and the Palm Beach Par 3.

When was The Reef built?

The county roll dates all 100 units to 1974.

How big are the units at The Reef?

The county roll puts most units between about 1,520 and 1,870 square feet.

Is The Reef on the ocean?

Yes, it is an oceanfront building. Beach access and the view depend on the unit, and we confirm both for a specific residence.

What should I read before buying here?

The declaration of condominium, the rules on rentals and pets, the current budget and the most recent building inspection reports. We pull them for a specific residence before an offer.

How many condominiums are in The Reef, and when were they built?

Palm Beach County property records list 100 residential parcels in The Reef, most built 1974, with a typical living area of about 1,610 square feet.

Who runs The Reef association?

The Reef Condominium Association, Inc. (Florida document 729835, filed May 23, 1974) governs the community; we confirm the current management company for each home.

What are the association fees in The Reef?

The fee table on this page is drawn live from current and recent listings. The seller’s disclosure, the condominium documents and the estoppel certificate confirm the exact amount for a specific home.

Is The Reef gated?

We have not found an official source on gates or a front desk; we confirm building access for a specific residence.

Which public schools serve The Reef?

At the center of The Reef, the School District of Palm Beach County zones Palm Beach Public Elementary (elementary), Lake Worth Middle (middle) and Forest Hill High (high). Boundaries are set by address and can change, so we confirm them for the home you are considering.

The Reef · Palm Beach

Let Us Take Care of the Details

Tell us the street or the home in The Reef. We come back with the listings, the association’s fees and rules, and what similar condominiums sold for, then arrange the visits and coordinate every step to closing day.

Monika Phillips, Sales Associate, Douglas Elliman Real Estate

  • Association fees, rules and documents gathered for each home
  • Leasing and approval rules pulled up front
  • Tax bill and flood zone checked for the address
  • One team from the first look to closing day