Colonial Estates
Homes for Sale in West Palm Beach, FL

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Community in West Palm Beach · Palm Beach County · ZIP 33405
349 homesBuilt 1896–2024
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As of September 2026, the MLS records 34 closed sales in Colonial Ests in West Palm Beach, FL since 2001, the most recent in June 2025. Recorded prices across those 34 sales ran from $41,000 to $585,000 (median $160,154), on homes of 728 to 1,945 sq ft. Across West Palm Beach as a whole, 1,630 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $415,000, 59 median days on market, with 663 homes for sale today. At that median and Palm Beach County's FY2025-26 rate of 18.72 mills, annual property tax runs about $3,000 ($2,220 with the full homestead exemption).

Colonial Ests key facts
LocationWest Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, FL · ZIP 33405
Homes in the community349 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1896–2024 (median 1949.0)
Typical living area1,428 sq ft (median)
Owner-occupied (homestead) share60%

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, “Colonial Ests key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/colonial-ests, data as of September 20, 2026.

Live · Colonial Estates Housing Pulse Beaches MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Ownership and context
60%
Owner-occupied · Colonial Estates
211 of 350 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
40%
Non-owner-occupied · Colonial Estates
incl. 19% trust or LLC-held · 100% out-of-state
349
Homes in the community
plus 1 vacant residential lots · 350 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 25 years of records
33
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $920K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1896
Community established
homes built 1896-2024, median 1949 (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Colonial Ests in West Palm Beach is a small, established neighborhood where pricing hinges entirely on individual property condition, lot size, and renovation history. With no recent sales data to anchor the market, buyers and sellers here are negotiating in a vacuum—comps will likely pull from adjacent West Palm Beach subdivisions, and every transaction becomes its own case study.

For buyers, that opacity cuts both ways: you may find an underpriced gem if the seller hasn't done homework, or you may overpay without a clear benchmark. Sellers should expect agents to cast a wide net for comparables and be prepared to justify their number with condition and improvements, not neighborhood momentum.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Colonial EstatesHomes for Sale in West Palm Beach, FL right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

512 Independence Road
$465K · 0.0 mi away
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,030 sqft
512 Independence Road
Listed by Keller Williams Eagle Realty
368 Potter Road
$5.95M · 0.2 mi away
5 bd · 6 ba · 4,350 sqft
368 Potter Road
Listed by Brown Harris Stevens of PB
5815 Garden Avenue
$465K · 0.2 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,088 sqft
5815 Garden Avenue
Listed by United Realty Group, Inc
339 Palmetto Street
$4.50M · 0.2 mi away
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,872 sqft
339 Palmetto Street
Listed by Dodge Real Estate Corp
424 Putnam Road
$699K · 0.3 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,106 sqft
424 Putnam Road
Listed by Douglas Elliman
326 Palmetto Street
$3.54M · 0.3 mi away
5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,645 sqft
326 Palmetto Street
Listed by Douglas Elliman

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

Colonial Ests is a quiet, low-profile West Palm Beach enclave with no active MLS sales data in the current snapshot—making every deal a negotiation without a recent price floor or ceiling.

BeachesMLS sales records identify 127 homes in Colonial Estates that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1922 and 2021 (median 1930), with a median living area of about 1,220 sq ft and a typical 3-bedroom, 2-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: BeachesMLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 33 qualified sales in Colonial Estates across 2024–2025 (23 in 2024, 10 in 2025), median $920,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers with renovation experience or contractors who can evaluate a home on its bones and unlock value through sweat equity
  • Long-hold owner-occupants who prioritize West Palm Beach location and lot over community amenities or resale liquidity
  • Cash or portfolio buyers willing to self-comp and tolerate appraisal risk in exchange for below-market entry

Probably not for

  • First-time buyers relying on a tight appraisal and a clear price benchmark to justify their offer to a lender
  • Investors needing predictable absorption and a deep comp set to model exit pricing and hold period
  • Buyers who want move-in ready, community amenities, or the assurance of a neighborhood with visible sales velocity

The market around Colonial Estates

Colonial Estates is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 33405, 154 homes are on the market and 30% are under contract — a steady corner of West Palm Beach.

Across Palm Beach County, 10,140 homes are active and 3,201 pending (24% under contract).

In ZIP 33405 (West Palm Beach), 554 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $670K ($335/sq ft), up 2.0% year over year, with a median 55 days on market. Right now 61 active and 32 pending listings put supply at about 3.7 months — a balanced market. See the live ZIP 33405 housing market and the Palm Beach County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Colonial Estates specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Colonial Ests, West Palm Beach

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 6 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-14 → 2026-09-19)

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.

If we were buying in Colonial Estates today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

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.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

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 Colonial Estates.

Best Buy
Buyers who trust property-level due diligence over neighborhood comps and are comfortable negotiating without a recent price anchor.
Biggest Risk
Appraisal and resale uncertainty in a neighborhood with no recent transaction history to validate your number.
Sweet Spot
A well-maintained home on a good lot where condition and location do the heavy lifting and you are not betting on near-term appreciation.
Avoid If
You need market momentum, comparable-sale confidence, or a quick resale timeline.

A neighborhood that trades on condition, not comps

Colonial Ests does not have a visible market rhythm. No community amenities appear in current listings, and the lack of recent closings means there is no median price, no Days on Market trend, no absorption rate to guide you. What you are buying—or selling—is the individual home, the lot it sits on, and the block it occupies within West Palm Beach's broader geography.

This is not a subdivision with a clubhouse, pool, or HOA events driving a premium. It is classic mid-century Florida residential fabric: single-family homes on tree-lined streets, where value is dictated by square footage, updates, and proximity to commercial corridors and the Intracoastal. Buyers should budget for inspection contingencies and be prepared to validate asking prices against a wider West Palm Beach sample set.

The upside of this opacity is flexibility. If you are handy, patient, or working with an agent who knows how to comp across neighborhood lines, you may negotiate a better deal here than in a hot-market subdivision with tight inventory and bidding wars. The downside is uncertainty: without a drumbeat of closings, appraisals can be challenging and resale timelines unpredictable.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Colonial Estates. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

Colonial Ests rewards the agent who can build a defensible comp set from scratch and explain to an appraiser—or a skeptical buyer—why your offer or list price makes sense when the neighborhood itself offers no recent template. Momentum's analysts pull wider datasets, track micro-market shifts across West Palm Beach, and write pricing narratives that hold up under lender scrutiny. In a community with no visible sales velocity, that research depth is the difference between a clean close and a deal that dies in underwriting.

Colonial Estates in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who trust property-level due diligence over neighborhood comps and are comfortable negotiating without a recent price anchor.
Biggest advantageLow competition and flexible pricing when inventory does surface—every deal is bespoke.
Biggest riskAppraisal and resale uncertainty in a neighborhood with no recent transaction history to validate your number.
Sweet spotA well-maintained home on a good lot where condition and location do the heavy lifting and you are not betting on near-term appreciation.
Avoid ifYou need market momentum, comparable-sale confidence, or a quick resale timeline.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Colonial Estates homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Colonial Estates.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Colonial Estates sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Colonial Estates?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 349 homes plus 1 vacant residential lots in Colonial Estates (public records).
What share of Colonial Estates is owner-occupied?
60% of Colonial Estates parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Colonial Estates built?
Homes in Colonial Estates were built between 1896 and 2024, with a median year built of 1949.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Colonial Estates?
The best agent for Colonial Estates is one who actively works West Palm Beach and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Colonial Estates.
How do I find a top West Palm Beach real estate agent who knows Colonial Estates?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Colonial Estates and the wider West Palm Beach area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Colonial Estates?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Colonial Estates purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Colonial Estates, and what county is it in?
Colonial Estates is in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, FL, ZIP 33405. The community's center is about 4 miles south of the center of West Palm Beach (straight-line).
Buyers with renovation experience or contractors who can evaluate a home on its bones and unlock value through sweat equityExcellent fit
Long-hold owner-occupants who prioritize West Palm Beach location and lot over community amenities or resale liquidityExcellent fit
Cash or portfolio buyers willing to self-comp and tolerate appraisal risk in exchange for below-market entryExcellent fit
First-time buyers relying on a tight appraisal and a clear price benchmark to justify their offer to a lenderProbably not
Investors needing predictable absorption and a deep comp set to model exit pricing and hold periodProbably not
Buyers who want move-in ready, community amenities, or the assurance of a neighborhood with visible sales velocityProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (6 streets, ZIP 33405))
Under-contract sharesBeaches MLS records, as of 2026-09-20
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2001 (34 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.

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