Highland Beach, Coastal residential town in Palm Beach County, United States.
Highland Beach is a residential community along Florida's Atlantic coast positioned between Boca Raton and Delray Beach. The town consists mainly of houses and residential properties set along the shoreline.
Highland Beach was established in 1949 as an independent residential community named for its elevated position on the Florida coastline. The incorporation created a distinct municipality within Palm Beach County.
The residents of Highland Beach come from many backgrounds and shape the character of the community. Austrian, Russian, and Turkish heritage is visible in how people live and interact in this coastal town.
The community is small and easy to explore on foot, making navigation straightforward. Since commercial services are limited, plan to visit nearby Boca Raton or Delray Beach for dining and shopping options.
Highland Beach has an unusually high proportion of water within its boundaries, covering more than half of its total area. This makes it a striking example of a community where water nearly equals land.
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