Admirals Cove vs Ridge at the Bluffs
Two Palm Beach communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-10-08.
| Metric | Admirals Cove | Ridge at the Bluffs |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $9.19M | $1.18M |
| Price per sq ft | $1793 | $556 |
| Avg days on market | 142 days | 192 days |
| Months of supply | 28.0 mo | 1.0 mo |
| Market | Buyer's Market | Balanced Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 12 | 12 |
The verdict
Admirals Cove carries the higher median price — about 682% above Ridge at the Bluffs. Homes in Admirals Cove sell faster (142 days on market vs 192). Ridge at the Bluffs is the tighter market on inventory (1.0 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Admirals Cove | Ridge at the Bluffs | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Palm Beach County, FL | Palm Beach County, FL |
| City / area | Jupiter | Jupiter |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 32 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 15 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Admirals Cove | Ridge at the Bluffs | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 28 | 1 |
| Under contract | 11 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $2.35M to $23.75M | $1.75M to $1.75M |
| Listed in the last 7 days | 3 | 0 |
| Property types listed | Condominium, Single Family Residence, Villa | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Admirals Cove homes for sale · Ridge at the Bluffs homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Admirals Cove | Ridge at the Bluffs | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 200 | 458 |
| Built | 1986–2025 (median 1990) | 1981–1989 (median 1985) |
| Typical living area | 5,081 sq ft | 1,889 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 68% | 70% |
| Vacant lots | 0 | 2 |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Admirals Cove | Ridge at the Bluffs | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Beacon Cove Intermediate | Beacon Cove Intermediate |
| Middle | Jupiter | Independence |
| High school | Jupiter | William T. Dwyer |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Ridge at the Bluffs is the lower entry point (median $1.18M vs $9.19M). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Admirals Cove; Ridge at the Bluffs trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Admirals Cove (142 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Admirals Cove more expensive than Ridge at the Bluffs?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Admirals Cove is $9,188,000 versus $1,175,000 in Ridge at the Bluffs, about 682% higher.
Which has newer homes, Admirals Cove or Ridge at the Bluffs?
Admirals Cove: its homes were built 1986–2025 with a median year of 1990, versus a median of 1985 in Ridge at the Bluffs (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Admirals Cove. The typical home there is 5,081 sq ft of living area, versus 1,889 sq ft in Ridge at the Bluffs.
What high schools serve Admirals Cove and Ridge at the Bluffs?
Listings in Admirals Cove most often report Jupiter; listings in Ridge at the Bluffs report William T. Dwyer. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Admirals Cove homes, photos & schools · Ridge at the Bluffs homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.