A historic district in Delray Beach, Florida
West Settlers Historic District, Delray Beach
A historic district in the City of Delray Beach, settled in 1894 as the Sands and listed on the city’s Local Register of Historic Places in 1997, with frame vernacular, Bungalow and Mission Revival homes.
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Homes, years and sizes: Palm Beach County property records (2025 tax roll).
Overview
About West Settlers Historic District
The West Settlers Historic District covers the area first settled in 1894 and known then as the Sands, for its sandy soil. A school and a Masonic Lodge were established there between 1895 and 1920.
Its houses show three styles: frame vernacular, some dating back to 1905, and the Bungalow and Mission Revival styles that spread in the 1920s. The district was listed on the Delray Beach Local Register of Historic Places in 1997.
Landmarks include the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum on NW 5th Avenue, the La France Hotel and the Williams Cottage. The city’s district map runs north from West Atlantic Avenue along NW 3rd through NW 5th Avenues, and takes in the newer Atlantic Grove townhomes. Downtown is a short walk away.
It is inside the City of Delray Beach. Because it is a locally designated district, exterior changes, additions and demolition go through the city’s historic preservation review. We confirm whether a specific home is a contributing structure and what that means for your plans.
At a glance
- Streets
- NW 3rd, NW 4th and NW 5th Avenues, NW 1st and NW 2nd Streets and Atlantic Grove Way
- Home type
- Historic single-family homes and cottages
- Zip code
- 33444
- County
- Palm Beach County
On the market now
Homes for Sale in West Settlers Historic District
Listings inside the boundary of West Settlers Historic District, newest first, updated through the day from BeachesMLS. No homes are listed for sale here right now. New listings come up through the year; ask me to watch for one.
$825,000
For Sale
23 NW 4TH Avenue Delray Beach, Florida
2 Beds 3 Baths 1,596 SqFt 0.02 Acres
All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. 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. Information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by BeachesMLS. Listings held by brokerage firms other than Douglas Elliman Real Estate are identified with the listing firm’s name on each listing’s detail page. Listing data last updated Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at 06:26:08 PM.
Closed sales
The West Settlers Historic District Market
Closed sales inside the boundary of West Settlers Historic District, 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.
West Settlers Historic District 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.
| Measure | Last 12 months | Year before | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homes sold | 7 | 5 | +40% |
| Median sale price | $745,000 | $720,000 | +3% |
| Median price per sq ft | $441 | $451 | -2% |
| Active listings now | 0 |
BeachesMLS closed sales inside the boundary of West Settlers Historic District, 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 West Settlers Historic District Association and What It Costs
Who runs the association, what governs it, and what current listings say the fee is.
| Association | We confirm the association, its manager and its documents for each home. |
|---|
Association Fees From Current Listings
| Association fee, median | $826 a month |
|---|---|
| Typical range | $730 to $826 a month |
| Usually covers | Common Areas, Maintenance Grounds, Cable TV, Insurance, Security, Roof, Pool(s), Reserve Fund |
| Club membership | Not required |
From 9 current and recent BeachesMLS listings in West Settlers Historic District, 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: the association disclosure summary and the parcel’s tax bill, including any non-ad valorem lines
- Before you sign: leasing and approval rules if you may rent, and architectural rules for exterior changes
- Before closing: estoppel certificates from every association that applies
Where it sits
Around West Settlers Historic District
Places nearby.
Zoned Public Schools
At the center of West Settlers Historic District, the School District of Palm Beach County zones Plumosa Elementary (elementary), Carver Middle (middle) and Atlantic High (high). Boundaries are set by address and can change, so we confirm them for the home you are considering.
Elementary
- Plumosa Elementary
Middle
- Carver Middle
High
- Atlantic High
How it came to be
A Short History of West Settlers Historic District
- 1894
The area was settled and became known as the Sands.
- 1895
Between 1895 and 1920, a school and a Masonic Lodge were established.
- 1905
The oldest frame vernacular homes in the district date to about this year.
- 1920s
Bungalow and Mission Revival homes were added.
- 1997
West Settlers was listed on the Delray Beach Local Register of Historic Places.
Sources: Delray Beach Historical Society: Historic Districts of Delray Beach.
The boundary
West Settlers Historic District on the Map
Questions
Questions Buyers Ask About West Settlers Historic District
What do homes in West Settlers Historic District cost right now?
No homes 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 homes here actually sold for over the past year.
When was the West Settlers Historic District designated?
It was listed on the Delray Beach Local Register of Historic Places in 1997, according to the Delray Beach Historical Society.
Why was the area called the Sands?
For its sandy soil. That was the name of the settlement from 1894, before it became the West Settlers district.
What architectural styles are in West Settlers?
Frame vernacular, with some homes dating back to 1905, and the Bungalow and Mission Revival styles of the 1920s.
Can I renovate a home in a Delray Beach historic district?
Yes, but exterior work, additions and demolition go through the city’s historic preservation review. We confirm whether a home is a contributing structure for a specific property.
What landmarks are in West Settlers?
The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, the La France Hotel and the Williams Cottage.
What are the association fees in West Settlers Historic District?
The fee table on this page is drawn live from current and recent listings. The seller’s disclosure, the association disclosure summary and the estoppel certificate confirm the exact amount for a specific home.
Is West Settlers Historic District gated?
No. It is a historic district of public streets.
Which public schools serve West Settlers Historic District?
At the center of West Settlers Historic District, the School District of Palm Beach County zones Plumosa Elementary (elementary), Carver Middle (middle) and Atlantic High (high). Boundaries are set by address and can change, so we confirm them for the home you are considering.
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Let Us Take Care of the Details
Tell us the street or the home in West Settlers Historic District. We come back with the listings, the association’s fees and rules, and what similar homes 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
Home counts, years built and sizes come from Palm Beach County property records (2025 tax roll); association records from the Florida Division of Corporations; school zones from the School District of Palm Beach County. Listing and sales data from BeachesMLS via IDX is deemed reliable but not guaranteed; listings may be held by brokerages other than Douglas Elliman. Association fees shown come from current and recent listings and can differ from the association’s budget; recorded documents and the associations’ own figures control. Verify anything that matters to your decision with the source. Monika Phillips, Sales Associate, Douglas Elliman Real Estate. Equal Housing Opportunity.
