A historic district in West Palm Beach, Florida
Northwest Historic District, West Palm Beach
A City of West Palm Beach historic district of about 434 homes and lots north of downtown, settled from 1894, the first West Palm Beach district listed on the National Register.
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Homes, years and sizes: Palm Beach County property records (2025 tax roll); plats: Palm Beach County recorded plats.
Overview
About Northwest Historic District
The Northwest neighborhood is one of the oldest in West Palm Beach. The City notes it was first settled in 1894, the year the town incorporated, by residents who moved from the Styx in Palm Beach, and it became the first district in the city listed on the National Register, on January 22, 1992.
The City notes bungalow and Craftsman houses from the late 1800s and early 1900s, along with mission, shotgun and American Foursquare houses. The Mickens House at 801 4th Street, built around 1917 and home of Dr. Alice Frederick Mickens, is individually listed on the National Register. The West Palm Beach CRA is restoring the Sunset Lounge and has finished the Styx Promenade on 7th Street.
The National Park Service listed the Northwest Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places in 1992 for its importance to Black heritage and settlement in West Palm Beach from 1900 to 1949. The City of West Palm Beach notes that the district’s Sunset Lounge became nationally recognized in the 1940s and 1950s as a stop for touring performers and, during segregation, served as a cultural hub for the neighborhood.
The City made Northwest a local historic district in 1993; its historic district map ties the boundary to Ordinance 4287-10. Inside it the county roll counts 434 residential parcels: 174 single-family houses, 156 small multifamily buildings and 99 vacant lots, with a middle building year of 1961 and many newer homes among the old ones. The lots are mostly on the Freshwater Addition, Clows Addition and Rosemary Addition plats.
It is in the 33401 ZIP, north of downtown between Tamarind and Rosemary Avenues, close to Clematis Street, the Mandel Public Library and the Kravis Center.
At a glance
- Streets
- North Sapodilla Avenue, Division Avenue, Douglass Avenue, Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard and 3rd through 14th Streets
- Home type
- Single-family homes, small multifamily buildings and lots
- Built
- Mostly 1924 to 2000
- Living area
- About 930 to 3,330 sq ft
- Zip code
- 33401
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Recorded plats
- Freshwater Add To Wpb Amd Plat Of 11Th & 12Th Ave Add.In; Styx Promenade; Sunset Lounge
On the market now
Homes for Sale in Northwest Historic District
Listings inside the boundary of Northwest 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.
$514,999
New Listing
912 14th Street West Palm Beach, Florida
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,700 SqFt 0.08 Acres
$450,000
For Sale
917 14th Street West Palm Beach, Florida
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,439 SqFt 0.15 Acres
$700,000
For Sale
1504 N Sapodilla Avenue West Palm Beach, Florida
4 Beds 5 Baths 2,520 SqFt 0.15 Acres
$399,000
For Sale
807 7th Street West Palm Beach, Florida
2 Beds 1 Baths 900 SqFt 0.1 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 11:39:36 AM.
Closed sales
The Northwest Historic District Market
Closed sales inside the boundary of Northwest 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.
Two closed sales in twelve months is a thin sample, so read the median as a marker, not a price for any one home. We pull every closing here for any home you are considering.
| Measure | Last 12 months | Year before | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homes sold | 2 | 6 | -67% |
| Median sale price | $350,000 | $245,000 | +43% |
| Median price per sq ft | $219 | $277 | -21% |
| Active listings now | 0 |
BeachesMLS closed sales inside the boundary of Northwest 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 Northwest 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. |
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Association Fees From Current Listings
Association fees for Northwest Historic District vary by building and plan. We confirm the current fees for the home you want and walk you through them.
What Else to Check
- Historic district review The City of West Palm Beach reviews exterior changes to homes in its historic districts, on every side of the building. A certificate of appropriateness comes from City staff for smaller work and from the Historic Preservation Board for major work; interior remodeling is not reviewed.
- Historic tax exemption The City’s ad valorem exemption can keep qualifying restoration work from raising the taxes for up to ten years. The City says to apply before any work starts.
- Vacant lots The county roll lists 99 vacant residential lots in the district. New construction on them goes through City historic review, so we check the rules for a specific lot before an offer.
- 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 Northwest Historic District
Places nearby.
Zoned Public Schools
At the center of Northwest Historic District, the School District of Palm Beach County zones Ub Kinsey-Palmview Elementary (elementary), Conniston 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
- Ub Kinsey-Palmview Elementary
Middle
- Conniston Middle
High
- Forest Hill High
How it came to be
A Short History of Northwest Historic District
- 1894
Settlement began the year West Palm Beach incorporated, as residents moved over from the Styx in Palm Beach.
- 1913
The oldest home on the county roll inside the district, at 1401 Division Avenue.
- 1917
The Mickens House at 801 4th Street was built; it was listed on the National Register in 1985.
- 1992
The National Park Service listed the Northwest Historic District on the National Register on January 22, the first in West Palm Beach.
- 1993
Northwest became a City historic district.
Sources: City of West Palm Beach: Historic Districts (archived City page), National Park Service: Northwest Historic District (NRIS 91002005), National Park Service: Mickens House (NRIS 85000769), West Palm Beach CRA: Historic Northwest, City of West Palm Beach GIS: Historic District layer, Palm Beach County 2025 tax roll (Florida Department of Revenue), counted inside the City’s official district boundary, Palm Beach County recorded plats.
The boundary
Northwest Historic District on the Map
Questions
Questions Buyers Ask About Northwest Historic District
What do homes in Northwest 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.
Is the Northwest Historic District on the National Register?
Yes. It was listed on January 22, 1992, the first district in West Palm Beach to be listed, roughly bounded by Tamarind Avenue, 11th Street, Rosemary Avenue and 3rd Street. The City’s local district, designated in 1993, uses its own boundary under Ordinance 4287-10.
What is the Sunset Lounge?
A music venue in the neighborhood that was known nationally in the 1940s and 1950s. The West Palm Beach CRA is restoring it and moving toward choosing an operator.
Can I build a new house in the Northwest Historic District?
Yes, on a vacant lot, but new construction goes through City historic review with plans, elevations and a site survey. We check the rules for a specific lot first.
Do I need City approval to change the outside of a house in the Northwest Historic District?
Yes. The Northwest Historic District is a City of West Palm Beach historic district, and the City reviews exterior changes, additions and new construction there. Smaller work gets a certificate of appropriateness from staff; major work goes to the Historic Preservation Board. Interior remodeling is not reviewed, and paint colors are not regulated.
Is there an HOA in the Northwest Historic District?
We found none. The Northwest Historic District is a City historic district, not a planned community, so there is no single homeowners’ association for the district. We confirm for a specific home whether any recorded restriction applies.
How many homes are in Northwest Historic District, and when were they built?
Palm Beach County property records list 434 residential parcels in Northwest Historic District, most built 1924 to 2000, with a typical living area of about 1,670 square feet.
What are the association fees in Northwest 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 Northwest Historic District gated?
No. The Northwest Historic District is a neighborhood of public City streets; we confirm access for a specific home.
Which public schools serve Northwest Historic District?
At the center of Northwest Historic District, the School District of Palm Beach County zones Ub Kinsey-Palmview Elementary (elementary), Conniston 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.
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Let Us Take Care of the Details
Tell us the street or the home in Northwest 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) and recorded plats; 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.
New construction. Where this page mentions new or planned homes, prices, plans, features and timelines come from the builders and developers, are believed reliable but not guaranteed, and can change without notice. Renderings are artist’s concepts. Builders sell through their own sales teams; Monika Phillips and Douglas Elliman are not a builder’s sales agent unless a page says so. For homeowners’ association communities, review the disclosure summary and governing documents required by Chapter 720, Florida Statutes, before signing. Nothing on this page is an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, any property in any state where the offering has not been registered or exempted as required, including New York and New Jersey. No sale may be made to a resident of such a state until those requirements are met.
