Bear Island
Homes for Sale in West Palm Beach, FL
All 1,712 homes for sale in West Palm Beach, FL · median $319,000 · 121 homes for sale in 33409 · Palm Beach County homes for sale
True comps, carrying-cost math, and listings before the portals.
Market Heat
Photo via Beaches MLS
As of September 2026, Bear Island in West Palm Beach, FL has 2 homes for sale. Over the 12 months ending 2026-09-20, 8 recorded sales closed at a median of $632,500, $306 per square foot, a median 62 days on market, sellers accepting 94% of original asking (-0% versus the prior year). Homes listed or recently sold were built 1988–1989; 11 of 11 report an HOA (median $547/mo). At the median price and Palm Beach County's FY2025-26 rate of 18.72 mills, annual property tax runs about $11,840 ($11,070 with the full homestead exemption).
| Location | West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, FL · ZIP 33409, 33440 |
|---|---|
| Homes in the community | 184 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll) |
| Years built | 1988–1989 (median 1988.0) |
| Typical living area | 1,973 sq ft (median) |
| Home types (current listings and sales) | single-family 100% |
| Amenities listed by sellers | Pool, Tennis Court(s), Dog Park, Park, Playground, Gated with Guard |
| Sale prices, last 12 months | $632,500 median across 8 closed sales · $306 per sq ft · -0.4% vs the prior 12 months |
| Days on market (closed sales) | 62 median |
| For sale right now | 2 active, 1 pending · median asking $746,000 · 3.0 months of supply |
| Owner-occupied (homestead) share | 74% |
Data as of September 20, 2026. All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Bear Island key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/bear-island, data as of September 20, 2026.
Last 30 days in Bear Island: 2 new listings (median asking $746,000), 1 under contract right now. As of September 23, 2026, All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc.
Bear Island trades at a $632,500 median and $306 per square foot, reflecting the premium attached to its gated West Palm Beach address and the relative scarcity of inventory in this enclave. The market here is condition-driven: updated homes with modern finishes command the median or better, while dated interiors sit longer and require concessions. Homes absorb slowly—90 days median—which tells you this is not a community where buyers panic or sellers set the tempo.
The year-over-year price drop of 4.2 percent is a reset, not a collapse; the long view shows values up 212 percent since 2012. With only ten closings in the trailing window and a market heat score of 23, Bear Island operates at a measured pace. Sellers who price accurately and refresh dated spaces will see offers; those who list aspirationally will chase the market down. Buyers willing to negotiate and inspect carefully will find opportunity here that faster markets no longer offer.
Bear Island right now
🟡 Balanced market. 3.0 months of supply and 33% of the inventory already under contract put buyers and sellers on roughly even footing.Why it matters: months of supply is how long today's inventory would last at today's sales pace; under-contract share is the portion of homes for sale that already have a buyer.Momentum Research analysis of Beaches MLS records, as of September 20, 2026. Confidence: Medium (3 active and pending listings, 8 closed sales in 12 months).
🟡 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($632K) is down 0.4% from the prior 12 months ($635K) and up 210% since 2012. With about a dozen sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Beaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20. Confidence: Medium (8 and 7 sales in the two windows).
Jump to: Price history & scorecard · Homes for sale · Schools · FAQ
· Updated September 24, 2026 · Live data: Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness
The 60-Second Overview
Bear Island market snapshot (as of September 20, 2026): the median sale price is about $632K ($306 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), a median 63 days on market for closed sales, and 3.0 months of supply, a balanced market. The trailing-12-month median is down 0% from the prior 12 months and up 210% since 2012, computed from record-level Beaches MLS closed sales (8 closings in the current window).
In ZIP 33409 (West Palm Beach), 386 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $189K ($191/sq ft), down 8.4% year over year, with a median 67 days on market. Right now 102 active and 23 pending listings put supply at about 5.6 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 33409 housing market and the Palm Beach County market.
County records show 13 qualified sales in Bear Island across 2024–2025 (9 in 2024, 4 in 2025), median $687,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.
Bear Island is a community of 184 homes in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, built between 1988 and 1989 (median 1988.0), with a median living area of about 1,973 square feet. 74% of parcels are homesteaded, the owner-occupancy proxy in the Florida DOR assessment roll (2025 roll, public records).
Bear Island is a gated residential enclave in West Palm Beach where a modest transaction count and three-month absorption window create room for negotiation absent in hotter pockets of Palm Beach County.
The setting & the homes.
Aerial and on-site photos of Bear Island. Swipe to explore the community.
Swipe or use the arrows → tap any photo to enlarge
Bear Island
Bear Island
Bear Island
Bear Island
Bear Island
Bear Island
Bear IslandPhotos from Beaches MLS listings in Bear Island; content deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Who Bear Island is best for.
Best for
- Buyers with a defined holding period of five years or more who value the gated West Palm Beach address and are comfortable with a slower resale market when the time comes.
- Purchasers with renovation budgets who can acquire below median, update kitchens and baths, and either hold long-term or accept that improved condition—not market momentum—will drive future exit pricing.
- Investors or second-home buyers who prioritize location stability and low turnover over liquidity, and who underwrite based on use value rather than speculative price targets.
Probably not for
- Buyers stretching to the top of their budget with the expectation that near-term price recovery will validate the purchase—the four-percent year-over-year decline and 90-day DOM argue against that assumption.
- Households requiring quick resale flexibility or those relocating frequently; thin transaction volume and extended absorption make timing your exit less predictable here than in higher-velocity markets.
- Purchasers unwilling to negotiate inspection repairs or verify HOA reserve health—slower markets surface deferred maintenance issues that faster sales often gloss over, and due diligence matters more when comps are scarce.
Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For
Median sale price over the trailing 12 months ending September 20 of each year, from record-level Beaches MLS closed sales. Same methodology as every appreciation figure on this page: the 2026 point ($632K) IS the median in the snapshot above, and the move from 2025 ($635K) IS the -0.4% one-year change.
Windows contain 7 to 21 sales each (8 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
23% of homes for sale in ZIP 33409 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-09-24).
Bear Island Market Scorecard
Bear Island is currently a balanced market. About 3.0 months of supply, a median asking price of $746,000, and homes go under contract in about 22 days.
Go deeper: ZIP market scorecard · county scorecard · true cost calculator · affordability calculator.
Live data: Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Housing distress & ownership in Bear Island, West Palm Beach
Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.
Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Homes For Sale Right Now in Bear Island
Live MLS inventory for Bear Island. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.
Active · 22 daysTop listingActive · 8 daysActive and pending Bear Island listings as of 2026-09-22, priced high to low. All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Tap any home to ask about it.
Every Home for Sale in Bear Island Right Now (3)
All 3 active and pending Bear Island listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.
- 1205 Gator Trail · $695,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Sep 11, 2026 · listed by Village Realty Group
- 1115 Gator Trail · $797,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · listed Aug 29, 2026 · listed by Meridian Properties Inc.
- 1020 Bear Island Drive · $615,000 · 3 bd / 2 ba · pending · listed Jun 28, 2026 · listed by Water Pointe Realty Group
Bear Island on the map.
Every active, pending, and recently sold home, plotted. Toggle the layers and tap a home for the details.
Listing locations from Beaches MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO.
Schools
- Palm Beach County Public Schools
- Verify the zoned schools by address
- Magnet and choice options may be available
- Hope-Centennial · Elementary
- Bear Lakes · Middle
- Palm Beach Lakes · High
Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Bear Island listings and can change; always confirm with Palm Beach County Public Schools for a specific address.
Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Bear Island address.
Shop the zone: Homes zoned for Palm Beach Lakes High School
The Bear Island buying strategy.
If we were buying in Bear Island today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.
Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.
Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.
Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.
Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.
Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Bear Island.
Pricing, pace, and the cost of patience
The median price of $632,500 reflects a market that has cooled from its recent peak but retains the structural premium of location and gates. The year-over-year decline of 4.2 percent is narrow enough to preserve equity for recent buyers and wide enough to matter if you are coming to market this quarter. Pricing here requires local comps and honest condition assessment; list ten percent over and you will sit past the 90-day median, often pushing into six months with price cuts along the way.
Per-square-foot pricing at $306 is middle-tier for gated Palm Beach County but varies sharply by condition and lot position. Homes with renovated kitchens, updated baths, and neutral palettes move closer to list; original finishes from prior decades require buyers who see the bones and have the budget to modernize. The 90-day median time on market is triple what you see in high-demand coastal zones, signaling a market where buyers can tour, think, inspect, and counter without fear of losing out to a same-day offer.
The low transaction count—ten closings in the window—means every comp matters and thin data amplifies the importance of pricing strategy. The market heat score of 23 confirms what the DOM and closing velocity already tell you: this is a negotiation market, not a bidding market. Sellers who acknowledge that reality and price within two percent of true market value will close; those who test the ceiling will carry costs and make concessions later. Buyers should budget for inspection repairs and verify HOA financials and any deferred community maintenance that thin reserves might postpone.
Since 2012, values have climbed 212 percent, a reminder that Bear Island participated fully in the long Palm Beach County run. That historical gain is now baked in; forward appreciation will depend on South Florida fundamentals, not momentum unique to this community. Buyers should underwrite based on use value and holding period, not speculation on near-term price recovery.
The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Bear Island. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.
Momentum Buy Score.
Our proprietary 0 to 10 read across the factors that decide how a home in Bear Island buys, holds, and resells. Momentum Research; not an appraisal.
Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment on a 0 to 10 scale, built from the record-level market data on this page. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value and not advice on a specific home; unlike an automated value estimate they do not price your home, they grade the community on evidence you can inspect. Composite is the plain average of the 5 factors (7.3). Basis: Long-Term Appreciation +210% since 2012; Recent Direction -0.4% year-over-year; Liquidity & Demand 3.0 months of supply; Owner Commitment 74% owner-occupied; Pricing Power 93.9% sale-to-list. Refreshed with each data update.
Why work with Momentum here
Bear Island's slower pace and limited comps require an agent who knows when to hold price and when to adjust before days-on-market become a liability. We track every gated Palm Beach County comp, understand how condition drives per-square-foot variance here, and price listings to move within the first showing cycle. For buyers, we verify HOA reserves, flag deferred maintenance red flags, and negotiate inspection repairs that sellers in a 90-day market are more willing to cover than in faster zones. We will tell you when a home is overpriced for its condition and when to walk—no transaction is worth overpaying in a market where inventory lingers and leverage has shifted.
Bear Island in 15 seconds.
HOA, CDD & Fees
- HOA dues reported around $547/month (about $6,564/yr) · median of 77 MLS listings, most billed monthly
- Any club/amenity membership is billed separately
Listings in this community report association dues of about $547 per month ($6,564 a year) — the median AssociationFee across 77 MLS records, normalised to a monthly figure; most are billed monthly. Dues change with budgets and can differ by section or product type; confirm the current figure with the association before you offer. Source: MLS listing records, 2026-09.
Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.
Tools for a Bear Island buy.
Free calculators to pressure-test the real cost before you tour.
Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Bear Island sales matched to your home.
Price it to the comps and condition, not an automated estimate.
If you are thinking about selling in Bear Island, the right list price comes from recent comparable sales matched to your home's condition and location, not an automated estimate.
What is your Bear Island home worth?
Get a no-obligation home value based on real comparable sales in Bear Island, not an automated guess. Tell us about your home and we will personally prepare your numbers and a pricing strategy. No obligation, no spam.
See all homes for sale in West Palm Beach →
Recently off market in Bear Island
Homes in Bear Island that recently left the market. Each address opens its public-record profile: county-recorded value, property taxes, the last recorded sale, community sales history, and what is for sale nearby now. 1 on record.
- 1560 Wilderness Road · off market
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Bear Island?
How long do homes in Bear Island take to sell?
Is Bear Island a buyer's or seller's market right now?
How many homes are in Bear Island?
What share of Bear Island is owner-occupied?
When were the homes in Bear Island built?
Have Bear Island home prices gone up?
Who is the best real estate agent for Bear Island?
How do I find a top West Palm Beach real estate agent who knows Bear Island?
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Bear Island?
Where is Bear Island, and what county is it in?
Is Bear Island a good place to live?
Should you buy in Bear Island?
An honest fit check. We will tell you when it is not your community.
Data sources & freshness
| Live listings | Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: September 22, 2026) |
| Community market stats | Beaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending September 20, 2026 |
| Housing stock & ownership | Florida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (3 streets, ZIP 33409/33440)) |
| Under-contract shares | Beaches MLS records, as of 2026-09-20 |
| Historical depth | Closed-sale records back to 2001 (336 transactions analyzed) |
Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.
Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Beaches MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.
Own a home here?
You just read the data. Now see what your home is worth.
The numbers on this page move markets in the aggregate. The number that matters to you is what a buyer pays for your address. Momentum sells for 1.25% above the Beaches MLS member average and 8 days faster, and we’ll price yours against live local comps.
Looking to buy here? Search homes for sale →
What’s your home worth in your area?
A real valuation with real comps from a local listing agent, not an instant algorithm. Response within one business day.
See how Bear Island fits the bigger picture — live prices, inventory, and Momentum Scores:
Nearby Communities
Explore more neighborhoods near Bear Island with Momentum Realty’s local guides.