Atlantis is one of Palm Beach County's smallest cities, roughly a square mile and a half, bordered by the Lake Worth Drainage Canal, Lantana Road, Congress Avenue, and Military Trail. Its size is part of its appeal: quiet streets, mature trees, and a tucked-away feel minutes from everything.

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Atlantis, Florida

Q: Is Atlantis a retirement community?

No. Atlantis is a small, incorporated city in Palm Beach County. It was founded in the late 1950s and early on attracted many retirees, which is part of why people sometimes assume it is age-restricted, but today it is home to residents of all ages, and the properties themselves are not restricted by age. Ask me about any specific property and I will walk you through the details.

Q: Is Atlantis a golf community?

Yes, at its core. The city grew up around its country club and 18-hole golf course, and many homes sit along the fairways, greens, or the lakes that the course is built around. The course architecture has been tied to noted designers over the years, and golf remains central to the community's character.

Q: What types of homes are available in Atlantis?

Most homes are single-family residences from the 1960s and 1970s, with ranch-style architecture, some two-story homes, and properties on the golf course or lakes making up the higher price points. Because the city is small, inventory is limited, and good homes tend to move quickly.

A small, tucked-away city built around golf, lakes, and lush landscaping, quiet streets and country-club living just south of Lake Worth.

Atlantis is one of Palm Beach County's best-kept secrets: a small, fully incorporated city designed from the start around a golf course, lakes, and beautifully landscaped streets. It sits just south of Lake Worth between Congress Avenue and Military Trail, which means you get a quiet, low-traffic neighborhood with the whole county at your fingertips. Homes here are mostly mid-century single-family residences, with golf-course and lakefront properties carrying the premium. If you're downsizing, moving up, or simply looking for a manageable, well-located home, I'd love to help. As a REALTOR® with RE/MAX Excellence, I know these communities street by street. Call me at (561) 236-9772 or email rtownsend@remax.net and let's take a look.

At a Glance

Atlantis Quick Facts

Location

South of Lake Worth, Palm Beach County

Community Type

Small planned city & country club

Home Styles

Mid-century ranches, golf & lakefront homes

Typical Price Range

$250K – $1.5M+

Brief History

A Country Club City from Day One

Atlantis was born in the late 1950s, when developers purchased a former cattle ranch just south of Lake Worth and set out to build something new for South Florida: a complete country-club community. The city was incorporated in 1959, one of the earliest golf-anchored developments west of the county's coast, and the first homes, the golf course, and the clubhouse followed through the early 1960s.

The community was planned around its fairways and lakes from the very beginning, with the golf course redesigned in the early 1970s under noted architects. In those early years Atlantis gained a reputation as a quiet, well-kept place where the area's doctors and lawyers lived. Today that character remains: mature landscaping, tranquil streets, and one of the most convenient small-city locations in central Palm Beach County.

Things to Do

Golf, Parks, and the Coast

Quiet days at the club, active days at the parks, and the best beaches of central Palm Beach County minutes away.

Atlantis Country Club

Golf has defined Atlantis since its founding, the first course opened with the community in the early 1960s and the club remains the center of village life.

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John Prince Park

Lake Worth's 726-acre county park, with campsites, lakes, walking trails, and ballfields, is next door for families who want room to run.

Lake Worth Beach & Casino

A short drive north takes you to the 1920s Casino building, the Lake Worth Beach Pier, and one of the county's most walkable beach towns.

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Lantana Municipal Beach

Quieter than the bigger beaches, Lantana's public beach and snorkeling reef are just minutes south.

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Lifestyle & Location

Why People Stay in Atlantis

A small, quiet city built around a golf course, lakes, and mature tropical landscaping
Mature mid-century homes on tree-lined streets with a strong sense of community
Convenient to Congress Avenue, Interstate 95, and downtown Lake Worth
Minutes from the beach, dining, and healthcare along the central county coast
Low traffic and a tucked-away feel that still keeps everything close

Typical Price Range

$250,000 – $1,500,000+

Nearby Communities

Right Around the Corner

Lake Worth Beach

Historic downtown, the Casino building, and a classic public beach.

Lantana

Old Florida fishing-village charm and a municipal beach to the south.

West Palm Beach

Downtown dining, the waterfront, and the Brightline station.

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Buyer's Guide

What to Know Before Buying in Atlantis

Mid-Century Homes, Modern Updates

Much of Atlantis was built in the 1960s and 1970s. Some homes are beautifully updated; others are original-condition. Budget for renovations and check the age of the roof, AC, and impact windows.

Club & Community Details

If the golf-course setting matters to you, ask about membership options, club fees, and any community or HOA obligations attached to the home you're considering.

Canal & Flood Zones

The Lake Worth Drainage Canal borders the village to the north. Verify the FEMA flood zone for the property and get a flood insurance quote before making an offer.

Small City, Big Access

Atlantis runs its own municipal services as a small incorporated city, while the region's hospitals, the airport, and major employers are all a short drive away.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from buyers looking at homes in Atlantis, Florida.

Is Atlantis a retirement community?

Is Atlantis a golf community?

How big is Atlantis?

What types of homes are available in Atlantis?

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Golf views, lakefront mornings, and a community that feels like a neighborhood in the best sense, if that's the life you want, let's find your Atlantis home.

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