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Flamingo Park is a vibrant and historic neighborhood located in West Palm Beach. The Flamingo Park neighborhood features around 500 beautiful Mediterranean Revival and Spanish Mission style homes, which are a reflection of the 1920s Florida land boom. These single family homes were constructed during the suburbanization of the area and are now contributing properties to the local Historic District. The non-gated neighborhood is free-flowing and filled with tree-lined streets characterized by hundred year old mango trees that tower over the streets, sidewalks, and houses, along with other botanical artifacts like the kapok and banyan trees, antique lamp posts, and a variety of design styles from the Mediterranean to Spanish architecture, all trimmed in flowering bougainvillea. The striking color palette of the homes blends perfectly with its tropical setting. The non-gated neighborhood is free-flowing and filled with tree-lined streets, antique lamp posts, and a variety of design styles from the Mediterranean to Spanish architecture, all trimmed in flowering bougainvillea. The homes feature incredible original architectural details blended with elegant interior designs. Interior elements commonly found include hardwood floors, ornate fireplaces, and covered patios surrounded by privacy fences draped in greenery, stucco walls, red-tiled roofs, and arched entryways, with some featuring intricate wrought-iron details and decorative tile work. Living in Flamingo Park is a unique experience that offers a blend of old and new. The neighborhood's historic homes, lush greenery, and quiet streets make it a tranquil oasis in the heart of bustling West Palm Beach.
The area's historic homes were restored by homeowners in the 1980s, which helped to rejuvenate the area, and now contribute to the neighborhood's unique and charming character. The size, price and style of homes for sale in Flamingo Park vary greatly. It’s not uncommon to have a 900 sq. ft. 2/1 cottage sitting next to a 3,000 sq. ft. Spanish-style home with a guest cottage. Residents enjoy two dog parks, tennis courts, a jogging path and a playground.
The proximity to downtown West Palm Beach is close to top dining venues, trendy shops, cultural attractions and entertainment. Within a few minutes' drive, you can experience the excitement of Clematis Street, the waterfront, and the upscale shopping and dining of City Place. Just east of I-95 near the Intracoastal Waterway, the community embodies coastal living. The neighborhood's prime location also provides easy access to major airports, making it a convenient for those who work or travel and the pristine waters of the Atlantic Ocean in nearby Palm Beach. This district is about 95 acres in terms of size.
The Flamingo Park Historic Residential District is a U.S. historic district located in is bounded by Park Place, Parker Avenue, Belvedere Road, and Florida Avenue. It contains 458 historic buildings.