Neighborhood Guide
Lantana, Florida
Old Florida charm on the Intracoastal, a quiet town beach, working waterfront, and some of the friendliest streets in Palm Beach County.
Lantana is the kind of Florida town people mean when they say "old Florida", a place that grew up on the Intracoastal Waterway, built around fishing, boating, and a simple beach way of life. It sits between Lake Worth and Boynton Beach, giving you easy access to both towns' dining and beaches, plus its own gem: Lantana Municipal Beach, with a snorkeling reef just offshore. It is genuinely one of the friendliest communities in Palm Beach County, and homes here range from beach cottages to waterfront properties with docks. Whether you're buying your first home, downsizing, or looking for waterfront living, I'd love to help you find it. I'm Rhonda Townsend, a REALTOR® with RE/MAX Excellence, call me at (561) 236-9772 or email rtownsend@remax.net.
Lantana Quick Facts
Location
Coastal Palm Beach County, on the Intracoastal
Community Type
Old Florida fishing town
Home Styles
Cottages, waterfront & marina-adjacent homes
Typical Price Range
$250K – $1.5M+
Florida's Oldest Settlement Roots
Few Palm Beach County towns can trace their roots as far back as Lantana. The first settlers arrived after Florida opened land to homesteading in the 1840s, and in the 1880s Captain Morris Lyman built the settlement's first great success story, a homestead, a fish company, and a general-store-and-post-office that anchored the little harbor town on the Intracoastal. He named the place after the lantana shrubs blooming wild along the shore, and Lantana's post office was established in the 1890s.
The Town of Lantana incorporated in 1921, and it grew steadily as a fishing and winter-vegetable community. Its 1889 founder's home still stands on East Ocean Avenue, now the Old Key Lime House, one of the region's most storied waterfront restaurants, and the town's working-harbor character lives on in its marinas, fish houses, and the quiet pride of an old coastal village that stayed true to itself.
Beach Days and Harbor Evenings
A quiet beach, a real working waterfront, and waterfront dining in the shadow of a 19th-century home.
Lantana Municipal Beach
An 8-acre town park with lifeguards, picnic areas, and volleyball, plus a natural rock reef just offshore that snorkelers love.
Learn moreOld Key Lime House & Waterfront Dining
Dine in a home built in 1889 by Lantana's founder, the Old Key Lime House overlooks the Intracoastal and is a beloved landmark for locals.
Learn moreBoating & Fishing on the Intracoastal
Marinas, boat ramps, and the Intercoastal Waterway itself make Lantana a natural home base for boaters and anglers.
Lake Worth Beach & Casino
Just north, the 1920s Casino building, fishing pier, and a great beach town make for an easy day trip.
ExploreWhy Lantana Feels Different
- Old Florida fishing-village character along the Intracoastal Waterway
- A town beach with lifeguards and a snorkeling reef at Lantana Municipal Beach
- Boating, fishing, and marina life right on the waterway
- Between Lake Worth and Boynton Beach, beaches and dining in both directions
- Easy access to I-95 and the Turnpike for commuters
Typical Price Range
$250,000 – $1,500,000+
Neighbors on the Coast
Lake Worth Beach
Historic downtown, the Casino building, and a lively beach scene.
Boynton Beach
Oceanfront parks, the Intracoastal, and family attractions to the south.
Atlantis
A quiet country-club city just inland from the coast.
Compare Lantana with the whole county in my neighborhood guides, or read my Lake Worth Beach living guide for the neighboring coast.
What to Know Before Buying in Lantana
Waterfront Living Has Details
Boating homes come with seawalls, docks, and lifts to inspect. Confirm the seawall's condition, the depth at your dock, and whether there are any permits tied to the property.
Flood Zones & Storm Surge
As a coastal town, parts of Lantana fall in flood zones and storm-surge areas. Flood insurance is often required on the water side, get a quote before you make an offer.
Old Homes, Charitable Views
Many homes in town date to the early and mid 1900s, which gives Lantana its charm, and means systems may need updating. Budget for renovations and prioritize roof, AC, and windows.
Small-Town Services
Lantana is a full-service town with its own police, fire, and public works, and one of the friendliest small-town atmospheres on the county's coast.
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Beach cottages, waterfront with docks, and everything in between, let's find the Lantana property that's right for you.
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