Delray Beach

 

About Delray Beach

 

Located on the southeast corner of Palm Beach County, Delray Beach is known worldwide as a first class historic resort town. Delray Beach real estate is perfect for those seeking a more urban yet charming small town setting within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and beaches.

From luxury condominiums, exquisite townhomes, charming cottages to inclusive mega mansions and Intracoastal estates, Delray Beach embraces the romance between old historical Delray Beach and the newly renovated Downtown Delray.

Downtown Delray Beach is a retail, cultural and residential hub in a pedestrian friendly atmosphere. Located in the eastern part of the city, along Atlantic Avenue and stretching to the beach, Downtown Delray has undergone a large scale renovation with a strong commitment to the preservation of the historical Delray Beach district.

Atlantic Avenue is a treasure trove for the recreational shopper and showcases more than 150 different boutiques, art galleries, shops, restaurants, and cafes. With more than two dozen hotels and close to 70 restaurants, Delray Beach appeals to residents and visitors alike.

In addition, Delray Beach is the host to many annual cultural events: between the Festival of Arts, the Delray Affair, St Patrick’s Day Parade and Garlic Fest- there is never a shortage of something to do.

Tennis fans in Delray Beach can enjoy the Delray Beach Tennis Center (pictured above), host site of several major international tennis events such as the ATP World Event, and Chris Evert Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic.

With a plethora of boutiques, art galleries, cafes and plenty of cultural events- the options for a vibrant cultivated lifestyle are limitless.

Another feature that makes Delray unique is its immaculate beaches. With more than two miles of sandy white beaches, Delray Beach remains one of the premier destinations in South Florida to call home.

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Helpful Information

• Delray Beach is 16 square miles
• 65,000 permanent population
• ALL AMERICA CITY in 1993
• 2001 Blue Wave designation for clean beaches and as a model for the nation for growth management
• Originally an agricultural community in 1895

Local government websites:

• The City of  Delray Beach
• Delray Beach Public Library
• The School District of Palm Beach County
• Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce

Local Attractions

• Pompey Park
• Cornell Museum of Art and American Culture

Local Annual Events

• Chris Evert Pro Celebrity Tennis Classic
• Delray Beach Garlic Fest
• Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts
• The Delray Affair

Local Major League Pro Sports Teams:

• Miami Dolphins: National Football League
• Miami Heat: National Basketball Association
• Florida Marlins: Major League Baseball
• Florida Panthers: National Hockey League

Population in July 2009: 64,691. Population change since 2000: +7.8%

Males: 30,863	(47.7%)
Females: 33,828	(52.3%)

Median resident age:	43.8 years
Florida median age:	38.7 years

Zip codes: 33444, 33445, 33446, 33447, 33448, 33482, 33483, 33484.
County: Palm Beach County

Estimated median household income in 2009: $45,375 (it was $43,371 in 2000)

Delray Beach:	$45,375
Florida:	$44,736

Hospitals/medical centers in Delray Beach:

• Delray Medical Hospital
• Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital

Other hospitals/medical centers near Delray Beach:

• Bethesda Memorial Hospital (about 5 miles; Boynton Beach, Fl)
• Boca Raton Community Hospital (about 8 miles; Boca Raton, Fl)

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Delray Beach:

• Keiser College (about 20 miles; Ft. Lauderdale, Fl)
• Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale (about 25 miles; Fort Lauderdale, Fl)
• Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton (about 6 miles; Boca Raton, Fl)
• Broward Community College (about 27 miles; Fort Lauderdale, Fl)
• Nova Southeastern University (about 29 miles; Fort Lauderdale, Fl)
• Palm Beach State College (about 12 miles; Lake Worth, Fl)
• Palm Beach Atlantic University (about 15 miles; West Palm Beach, Fl)

Read more: http://www.city-data.com/city/Delray-Beach-Florida.html#ixzz1JEQO0AGz

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