55+ Community · Westlake, FL
Cresswind Palm Beach Westlake, FL Homes For Sale & Real Estate
Cresswind Palm Beach, Westlake, FL, is a 55+ community in Palm Beach County with 28 homes for sale right now. Cresswind Palm Beach is a gated, 55-and-over community in Westlake, Palm Beach County, with single-family homes built from 2020 onward by Kolter Homes.
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Cresswind Palm Beach Market at a Glance
Live MLS · Updated Oct 18, 2026
- Active Inventory
- 28
- New Listings (30d)
- 5
- Pending Sales
- 6
- Median List Price
- $777,400
- Closed Sales (September)
- 3+200% YoY
- Median Sale Price (September)
- $697,000+5.2% YoY
- Months of Inventory
- 6.7
- Avg Days on Market
- 104
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Market Overview
Cresswind Palm Beach real estate market
There are 28 active listings for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach right now. The median list price is $777,400, or about $349 per square foot. Listings span $569,000 to $929,990, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 104 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
Cresswind Palm Beach Market Stats
MLS data updated October 14, 2026- Active Listings
- 28
- Median List Price
- $777,400
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $349
- Avg Days on Market
- 104
- Price Range
- $569,000 to $929,990
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Cresswind Palm Beach a 55-plus community?
- Yes. Cresswind Palm Beach is a 55-and-over gated community in Westlake, Palm Beach County, built for active adults. It centers on a resort-style clubhouse and single-family homes. Age-restriction rules and how they apply to occupancy can vary, so confirm the current 55-plus requirements before buying. Pure Equity can walk you through how the age rules work for your household.
- What kind of homes are in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Cresswind Palm Beach offers single-family homes built around a resort-style clubhouse, with newer construction than many older active-adult communities. Current listings range from about 575,000 to 1.125 million dollars, with a median near 825,000. The single-family layout gives more space and privacy than attached villas. Ask Pure Equity about available floor plans and current resale and new-construction options.
- Where is Cresswind Palm Beach located?
- Cresswind Palm Beach is in Westlake, one of the newest cities in central-western Palm Beach County. The location puts residents near newer retail and road improvements while keeping the coastal cities a drive to the east. It suits buyers who want a modern, amenity-driven 55-plus community rather than an older neighborhood closer to the coast.
- How much do homes cost in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Active listings currently run from about 575,000 to 1.125 million dollars, with a median near 825,000. Floor plan, lot, upgrades, and whether a home is new construction or resale all affect price. Prices are a current-market snapshot and shift with inventory in this growing area. Contact Pure Equity for the latest figures and comparable sales in the community.
- Does Cresswind Palm Beach have HOA dues?
- As a gated, amenity-focused community, Cresswind Palm Beach has an HOA that supports the clubhouse and shared spaces. Exact dues and what they cover can vary and change over time, so confirm the current HOA structure before buying rather than relying on older figures. Pure Equity can help you get the current dues and details as part of your review.
- Is Cresswind Palm Beach a 55-plus community?
- Yes. Every one of the 86 recent sale listings carries the 55-plus designation, and listing descriptions call it an active adult community. Almost all listings also describe it as gated. Ask the association for the exact age and occupancy rules before you buy, especially if family members will live with you.
- What have homes in Cresswind Palm Beach sold for recently?
- Fifty-two homes closed between July 2025 and September 2026, at prices from $480,000 to $925,000. The median closing price was $675,125, or about $333 a square foot. Two-bedroom plans of about 1,434 square feet closed between $510,250 and $547,500, and larger homes of 2,311 to 2,586 square feet closed between $815,000 and $900,000.
- Is the builder still selling new homes in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Yes. Several 2026 homes were listed at the time of writing on Rivo Alto Circle and Saint Armands Way, and many of the past year's closings were builder sales at full price. Resale owners compete directly with that new inventory, so they should price just below a comparable new home.
- What are the HOA fees in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Listings that state a fee show a median of about $388 a month. Most say the fee covers grounds maintenance, and many add common areas and recreation facilities, with some including security and internet. Ask how the budget is expected to change once the builder turns the association over to owners.
- What amenities does Cresswind Palm Beach have?
- Most listings show a pool, clubhouse and fitness center, and many list pickleball, bocce, a spa, tennis, a billiard room, a dog park and walking trails. Listing descriptions also mention an adventure park and an active calendar of social and wellness programs for residents.
- Do homes in Cresswind Palm Beach have pools?
- Only about 13 of the 86 recent listings report a private pool, so pool homes are relatively rare. Some builder listings mention gas connections for a future pool or summer kitchen. Every resident has access to the community pool and spa at the clubhouse.
- Are pets allowed in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Most listings say pets are allowed, and many say with no restrictions, though some note limits on number or breed. The community also has a dog park. Confirm the current pet rules with the association before you make an offer.
- Can you rent out a home in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Rules vary by listing. Some say leasing is allowed, others show rental restrictions, and a few say short-term rentals are not permitted. Only two homes were offered for rent in the past year. Get the current lease rules and age requirements in writing before buying as an investment.
- How many homes are for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- There are 28 active listings for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach right now, and these counts update from the MLS as homes come on the market and go under contract. Prices cluster fairly closely, with the top of the market about 1.6 times the entry level. Ask us to set up a search alert and you will see new Cresswind Palm Beach listings the day they reach the market.
- What is the median home price in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- The median list price in Cresswind Palm Beach is $777,400, or roughly $349 per square foot. The median is the midpoint of what is currently listed, so about half of Cresswind Palm Beach homes ask more and half ask less, within a broader range of $569,000 to $929,990. The median sits near the middle of that range, so Cresswind Palm Beach inventory is spread fairly evenly rather than bunched at one end. We can pull recent comparable sales to price a specific home more precisely.
- What price range do homes in Cresswind Palm Beach cover?
- Homes for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach currently range from about $569,000 at the entry level to $929,990 at the top of the market. That spread reflects lot size, square footage, and finish level across the single-family homes here, with the median list price around $777,400. The spread is tight, which usually points to a consistent housing stock rather than a mix of sizes and eras. Tell us your budget and must-haves and we will send the Cresswind Palm Beach listings that actually fit.
- How long do homes take to sell in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Homes in Cresswind Palm Beach are averaging 104 days on market, measured from the day a listing goes live to the day it goes under contract. That is a measured pace, which usually leaves buyers room to negotiate and makes pricing at the outset matter more for sellers. Days on market in Cresswind Palm Beach also shift with the season and with how a home is priced, so a sharply priced listing can still sell well ahead of the average.
- Is Cresswind Palm Beach a 55+ community?
- Yes. Cresswind Palm Beach is an age-restricted, 55-and-over active adult community, which generally means at least one resident per home must be 55 or older and the community is built around an active adult lifestyle. These communities usually pair lower-maintenance homes with amenities such as a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, and a full social calendar. Rules on age, occupancy, leasing, and pets are set by the HOA and vary, so confirm the current governing documents for Cresswind Palm Beach before you write an offer.
- Is Cresswind Palm Beach a gated community?
- Yes. Cresswind Palm Beach is a gated community with controlled access at the entrance.
- Are there lakefront homes in Cresswind Palm Beach?
- Yes. Many Cresswind Palm Beach homes back onto community lakes, and lake-view lots are common in current listings. The water here is inland lake frontage rather than Intracoastal or ocean access, so do not expect navigable water or boat dockage.
About Cresswind Palm Beach
Cresswind Palm Beach, Westlake, FL, is a 55+ community in Palm Beach County with 28 homes for sale right now. Cresswind Palm Beach is a gated, 55-and-over community in Westlake, Palm Beach County, with single-family homes built from 2020 onward by Kolter Homes. As the area's main active-adult community, its homes range from around $579,000 to nearly $1 million, with a median near $815,000, across a range of floor plans, some set along the community's lakes. Amenities center on a resort-style clubhouse, pool, and an active lifestyle program. The Westlake location sits between Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens, with access to the shopping and dining of northern Palm Beach County.
Cresswind Palm Beach is a gated, 55-and-over community of single-family homes in Westlake, in the 33470 zip code. Every one of the 86 recent sale listings carries the 55-plus designation, and almost all describe the community as gated. The homes were built between 2020 and 2026, and the builder is still selling new homes in the later phases, which the MLS files under Cresswind Palm Beach Phase 3. Nearly every home is one story. Street names follow a Florida islands theme, such as Saint Armands Way, Rivo Alto Circle, Key Biscayne Lane, Lido Key Lane, Captiva Lane and Hutchinson Way.
If you own here and are thinking about selling, the past year sets the frame. Fifty-two homes closed between July 2025 and September 2026, at prices from $480,000 to $925,000. The median closing price was $675,125, and the median price per square foot was about $333. The median home took 54 days to sell and closed at about 99 percent of its last list price. That figure is high partly because many of the closings were new homes sold by the builder at full price. Resale owners should expect a little more negotiation than the median suggests.
Plan size drives most of the spread. The smallest two-bedroom plans, at about 1,434 square feet, closed at $510,250, $514,750 and $547,500 in recent builder sales. Homes of about 1,669 to 1,787 square feet closed between $545,750 and $624,900. The 2,129 to 2,200 square foot plans closed between $620,000 and $753,000. At the top, a 2,586 square foot home on Hutchinson Way closed at $815,000, and a 2,311 square foot resale on Amelia Terrace, built in 2020 on a quarter-acre lot, closed at $900,000. That last sale shows how much a larger lot and the right finishes can add.
The main challenge for a resale seller is the builder. At the time of writing there were 28 homes for sale and 6 under contract, with asks from $579,000 to $929,990 and a median of $777,400. Several of the higher asks are new 2026 homes on Rivo Alto Circle and Saint Armands Way. Resale homes from 2021 on Key Biscayne Lane were asking $579,000 to $799,990, and one had been on the market for more than a year. A resale seller has to show buyers why a finished home with landscaping, window treatments and a settled lot is worth choosing over a new build.
Lot and view are the clearest ways to stand out. About 20 listings describe lakefront lots and about 34 report a lake view. Lots range from about 0.12 to 0.47 acres, with most new homes on 0.12 to 0.17 acres, so an oversized or lakefront lot is a real selling point. Only about 13 of the 86 listings report a private pool, which makes a pool home rarer here than in most single-family communities. A seller with a pool, a lake view or a larger lot should price against sales that share those features and lead the marketing with them.
For buyers, the homes are new and consistent. Most are concrete block with concrete or tile roofs, and most have two-car garages, with about 14 offering three. Bedroom counts run from two to four, and many plans add a den. Several builder listings mention gas cooking, spray foam insulation and extended lanais, and some mention impact windows. Every listing that reports utilities shows public water and sewer. Because the homes are so new, buyers should ask which builder warranties remain and whether they transfer, and should still order a full inspection, even on a recently finished home.
The HOA fee is moderate for a full amenity package. Listings that state a fee show a median of about $388 a month. Most listings say the fee covers grounds maintenance, and many add common areas and recreation facilities, with some including security and internet. Most listings show a pool, clubhouse and fitness center, and many list pickleball, bocce, a spa, tennis, a billiard room, a dog park and trails. Listing descriptions also mention an adventure park. Ask the association what the fee will look like once the builder hands control to owners, since budgets often change at that point.
Most listings say pets are allowed, and many say with no restrictions. Leasing rules vary by listing. Some say leasing is allowed, others show rental restrictions, and a few say short-term rentals are not permitted. Some listings say the association must approve buyers. Rentals are rare, with only two rental listings in the past year, asking $4,850 and $6,500 a month. That suggests most homes are owner occupied. Confirm the age and occupancy rules too, since they decide who may live in the home. Buyers who may want to rent the home out later should read the lease rules before they buy, because they are hard to change once you own.
Cresswind Palm Beach suits buyers 55 and over who want a new single-story home with a garage, a full clubhouse and a gated entrance. The trade-offs are smaller lots, ongoing construction nearby while the builder finishes, and an association budget that may change when owners take control. Buyers who want an older home on a bigger lot usually look at established communities elsewhere and give up the new construction. For sellers, the key is to price just below a comparable new home and make the advantages of a finished home obvious from the first photo.
Cresswind Palm Beach is a 55-and-over gated community in Westlake, one of the newest cities in Palm Beach County. The homes are single-family houses built around a resort-style clubhouse, and the current 31 active listings run from about 575,000 to 1.125 million dollars, with a median near 825,000. Because Westlake and Cresswind are recent developments, the housing stock is newer than what you find in older 55-plus communities to the east, which appeals to buyers who want low-maintenance, modern construction. The single-family layout gives residents more space and privacy than an attached-villa community, while the gated setting and active-adult focus keep the neighborhood geared toward its age group. For buyers who want a fresh, amenity-driven 55-plus community in Palm Beach County, Cresswind offers a newer alternative to the county's established retirement areas.
Cresswind sits in Westlake in the central-western part of Palm Beach County, which places it near newer retail and road improvements while keeping the coastal cities a drive away. The community suits active adults and retirees who want single-family living, a clubhouse-centered social calendar, and gated security in a newer setting. Practical buyer notes: this is an age-restricted community, so confirm the current 55-plus occupancy rules and any HOA dues structure before buying, since those terms vary and can change. New-construction and resale inventory can move quickly in a growing area, so timing matters. Pure Equity can help you compare Cresswind floor plans and pricing against other active-adult communities across Palm Beach County and explain how the newer Westlake location fits your plans.
Amenities
- ✓Gated 55-plus community
- ✓Clubhouse and fitness center
- ✓Resort pool and spa
- ✓Pickleball, bocce and tennis courts
- ✓Billiard room
- ✓Dog park, adventure park and walking trails
- ✓Lakefront homesites on about 20 listings
- ✓HOA fee of about $388 a month on most listings
Homes & Architecture
Homes for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach
Homes for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach offer 2 to 3 bedrooms and 2 to 3.5 baths. Living areas run from about 1,490 to 2,966 square feet. The mix here includes single family homes. Current prices run from $569,000 to $929,990. The homes on the market were built between 2021 and 2026.
Schools
Schools near Cresswind Palm Beach
Homes for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach are typically zoned for the Westlake public schools below, based on current MLS listings. Confirm the exact attendance zone for any specific address with the Palm Beach County school district before you buy.
- Elementary School
- Golden Grove
- Middle School
- Osceola Creek
- High School
- Seminole Ridge
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Where Cresswind Palm Beach is in Westlake
Centred on the homes listed and recently sold in Cresswind Palm Beach.
HOA
Cresswind Palm Beach HOA fees
- Median HOA fee
- $366/mo
- Typical range
- $366 to $398
- Lowest to highest
- $141 to $425
- Listings with a fee
- 28 of 28
Across the 28 homes for sale in Cresswind Palm Beach that list an HOA fee, the median is $366 a month. Half of them fall between $366 and $398. Fees quoted quarterly or yearly are converted to a monthly figure so they compare directly.
The fee most often covers grounds maintenance, common areas, recreation facilities, internet and security. Coverage differs from one building or section to the next, so read what a specific listing includes before comparing it with another.
Listings here most often mention fitness center, pool, clubhouse, pickleball, bocce court and tennis courts.
All 27 listings that state a pet policy allow pets, some with size or number limits.
From current MLS listings in Cresswind Palm Beach; the figures change as homes come and go. Confirm the fee, any special assessments and the association's rules with the HOA before you buy.
Recent Sales
Recently sold homes in Cresswind Palm Beach
These are the last 24 recorded closings in Cresswind Palm Beach, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $342 per square foot. The most recent closed on September 21, 2026. Closed sales are what an appraiser and a buyer's agent will look at, so they are the starting point for pricing a home here.
Sold$642,200
Sold · September 21, 2026
5583 Captiva Lane
4 bed · 3 bath · 2,200 sqft · $292/sqft
$32,800 under the asking price
Sold$697,000
Sold · September 21, 2026
5432 Saint Armands Way
2 bed · 2 bath · 2,000 sqft · $349/sqft
$2,999 under the asking price
Sold$587,500
Sold · August 3, 2026
5357 Saint Armands Way
3 bed · 2 bath · 1,723 sqft · $341/sqft
$12,500 under the asking price
Sold$815,000
Sold · July 30, 2026
5325 Hutchinson Way
3 bed · 3.5 bath · 2,586 sqft · $315/sqft
Sold$550,000
Sold · July 30, 2026
15780 Key Biscayne Lane
2 bed · 2 bath · 1,677 sqft · $328/sqft
$100 over the asking price
Sold$679,250
Sold · July 13, 2026
4931 Rivo Alto Circle
3 bed · 3 bath · 2,129 sqft · $319/sqft
| Address | Closed | Sold for | Beds / baths | Sq ft | $/sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5078 Lido Key Lane | July 13, 2026 | $510,250 | 2 / 2 | 1,434 | $356 |
| 4954 Rivo Alto Circle | July 13, 2026 | $514,750 | 2 / 2 | 1,474 | $349 |
| 5066 Lido Key Lane | July 13, 2026 | $545,750 | 2 / 2 | 1,669 | $327 |
| 4823 Saint Armands Way | July 9, 2026 | $615,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,787 | $344 |
| 15890 Key Biscayne Lane | July 7, 2026 | $624,900 | 3 / 2 | 1,677 | $373 |
| 5243 Rivo Alto Circle | July 1, 2026 | $620,000 | 3 / 3 | 2,132 | $291 |
| 15798 Cresswind Place | June 30, 2026 | $753,000 | 3 / 3 | 2,200 | $342 |
| 5462 Hutchinson Way | June 26, 2026 | $799,990 | 3 / 3 | 2,360 | $339 |
| 5409 Santa Rosa Lane | June 23, 2026 | $480,000 | 2 / 2 | 1,677 | $286 |
| 5379 Hutchinson Way | May 27, 2026 | $730,000 | 3 / 3 | 2,129 | $343 |
| 4958 Rivo Alto Circle | April 30, 2026 | $649,990 | 3 / 2 | 1,788 | $364 |
| 4891 Rivo Alto Circle | March 31, 2026 | $545,000 | 2 / 2 | 1,490 | $366 |
| 15865 Key Biscayne Lane | March 27, 2026 | $715,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,933 | $370 |
| 5402 Hutchinson Way | March 26, 2026 | $815,000 | 3 / 3 | 2,200 | $370 |
| 5366 Santa Rosa Lane | March 19, 2026 | $739,000 | 3 / 3 | 2,642 | $280 |
| 5072 Lido Key Lane | March 2, 2026 | $575,000 | 2 / 2 | 1,547 | $372 |
| 5414 Hutchinson Way | February 26, 2026 | $769,990 | 3 / 3 | 2,289 | $336 |
| 4895 Saint Armands Way | February 18, 2026 | $524,990 | 2 / 2 | 1,610 | $326 |
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Market & Value
Cresswind Palm Beach market and home values
Values in Cresswind Palm Beach track the community's own sales more closely than any broad regional number. The median list price in Cresswind Palm Beach is around $777,400, or roughly $349 per square foot. That sits about 62% above the Palm Beach County median, which shows where Cresswind Palm Beach lands in the local market. Recent asking prices have run from $569,000 to $929,990, so the home you choose within Cresswind Palm Beach matters as much as the community average. Homes here have recently taken about 104 days to go under contract, a useful gauge of how quickly the Cresswind Palm Beach market is moving. For pricing an offer or a listing, comparable sales within Cresswind Palm Beach carry more weight than any headline number, since homes of the same type and size set the real range. Pure Equity can pull the active and recently sold homes in Cresswind Palm Beach so you work from real numbers, not an estimate.
How It Compares
Cresswind Palm Beach compared to nearby Westlake communities
Cresswind Palm Beach sits 3 of 7 on median price among these Westlake communities. Price per square foot is the fairer comparison between communities, because it adjusts for the fact that one neighborhood builds bigger homes than another. Days on market shows how quickly each one is actually selling.
| Community | Homes | Median | $/Sq Ft | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Of Westlake | 4 | $1,152,000 | $355 | 119 |
| Orchards Of Westlake | 11 | $835,000 | $293 | 80 |
| Cresswind Palm Beach this page | 28 | $777,400 | $349 | 104 |
| Cresswind | 28 | $777,400 | $349 | 104 |
| Groves Of Westlake | 5 | $740,000 | $267 | 50 |
| Meadows Of Westlake | 5 | $729,999 | $302 | 36 |
| Pines Of Westlake | 10 | $699,995 | $280 | 31 |
Medians come from active listings in each community and move as inventory turns over. They describe the homes currently for sale, not what any one home is worth.
Who It Suits
Is Cresswind Palm Beach right for you?
A quick read on who fits Cresswind Palm Beach saves time before you visit. As an age-restricted community, Cresswind Palm Beach fits active adults, downsizers, and seasonal residents who want a lock-and-leave home and a full social calendar. At least one resident usually needs to meet the age requirement, so confirm the specific age rule and any younger-spouse provision before you buy. A lake view is a common ask here, since many Cresswind Palm Beach lots back onto water without the flood exposure of a coastal address. On price, Cresswind Palm Beach sits in the upper tier, drawing buyers who want more space, newer construction, or a stronger location. Whether Cresswind Palm Beach is right for you depends on how you plan to use the home, full time or seasonally, and Pure Equity can walk you through the tradeoffs before you commit.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Living in Cresswind Palm Beach
Daily life at Cresswind Palm Beach revolves around the clubhouse and an active social calendar. Most listings show a resort pool, fitness center, pickleball courts and bocce, and many list a spa, tennis courts, a billiard room, a dog park and walking trails. Listing descriptions also mention an adventure park and a range of wellness and social programs for residents. The homes are single story, low maintenance and built around covered lanais, and the association handles the grounds on most listings. Lakes wind through the community, and owners on the lakefront lots look out over the water from their lanais.
Location
Cresswind Palm Beach location
Cresswind Palm Beach is in the City of Westlake, in Palm Beach County and the 33470 zip code. At least one listing uses a Loxahatchee mailing address, so search under both names. Streets include Saint Armands Way, Rivo Alto Circle, Hutchinson Way, Key Biscayne Lane, Lido Key Lane, Captiva Lane, Amelia Terrace and Cresswind Place. Because it is a 55-plus community, school zoning rarely matters to buyers, but current MLS listings show Golden Grove Elementary, Osceola Creek Middle and Seminole Ridge High. Confirm any assignment with the School District of Palm Beach County and the age rules with the association.
Buying in Cresswind Palm Beach
Buying a home in Cresswind Palm Beach
Buying in Cresswind Palm Beach follows the same path as the rest of Palm Beach County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Ask for the association's governing documents, budget, and reserve study before you write an offer. Association fees, any club or membership costs, and rules on rentals, pets, and leasing vary by community and materially affect the true cost of ownership. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Palm Beach County is about $3,600. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Westlake means you see new listings in Cresswind Palm Beach the day they reach the market.
Selling in Cresswind Palm Beach
Selling a home in Cresswind Palm Beach
A successful sale in Cresswind Palm Beach comes down to pricing, presentation, and marketing. List prices in Cresswind Palm Beach currently center around $777,400, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Buyers in an association community also want to see the HOA or condo docs, the reserve study, and any pending or special assessments up front, so having those ready before you list avoids delays once you are under contract. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Cresswind Palm Beach owners in Westlake, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
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Listing agents and seller representation in Cresswind Palm Beach
Thinking about selling in Cresswind Palm Beach? The agent you pick shapes two numbers: what your home closes for, and how long it takes. A listing agent, also called a seller's agent, prices the property against what has actually closed nearby. They also prepare and market it, screen the offers that arrive, and negotiate the terms rather than just the price.
Buyers currently hold leverage in Cresswind Palm Beach, so pricing and presentation carry more weight than they would in a hot market. Homes that are prepared properly and priced against real closed sales still sell; the ones testing an optimistic number are the ones that sit. Homes here are averaging about 104 days from listing to accepted offer, so build that into your moving timeline.
Community-level detail matters most here. Association rules, what the fees cover, and which buildings sell fastest all affect your outcome. So does whether a buyer needs board approval before closing. None of it appears in a listing description. All of it decides whether a sale closes on time.
Pure Equity is a licensed Florida brokerage serving Cresswind Palm Beach. Onias Derilus is the broker of record, Florida Real Estate Broker license BK3276618. A broker holds a higher license than an agent working under one. In practice that means the person advising you on price is also the one legally responsible for the file. That matters most when a deal gets complicated.
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Realtors and real estate agents serving Cresswind Palm Beach
People search for realtors, real estate agents, and real estate brokers more or less interchangeably. For most purposes the job title matters less than licensing and representation. Every licensed agent in Florida works under a broker. That broker carries final responsibility for the transaction.
What separates real estate professionals in Cresswind Palm Beach is specificity. Can they answer questions about your street, not just your city? Ask what they have closed nearby and how they arrived at a price. A grounded answer cites particular recent sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. Vague reassurance is the warning sign.
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Buyer's agents in Cresswind Palm Beach
A buyer's agent represents the purchaser rather than the owner. They identify properties that actually fit and research what comparable homes sold for, not what they asked. They also advise on offer strategy. Finally, they manage inspection and financing deadlines through to closing.
Where buyers have room to negotiate, as they do in Cresswind Palm Beach, the leverage is only worth something if you know where it exists and what to ask for. If you are buying and selling at the same time, which is common for people moving within Palm Beach County, sequencing the two is its own skill: contingencies, timing, and what happens if one closing slips all need planning before either home goes on the market.
What representation costs
Real estate commissions are negotiable. No law, multiple listing service, or association sets them. If an agent tells you there is a standard rate, they are misinforming you. What you pay is agreed between you and the brokerage you hire. Get it in writing before the work begins.
Industry rules changed in 2024. Now a buyer and their agent must put compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes together. Sellers may still offer to contribute toward the buyer's side. However, that is negotiated rather than assumed. It is worth thinking through with your listing agent before you go live.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find a listing agent in Cresswind Palm Beach?
Ask any listing agent you interview two questions. Which homes have they closed near Cresswind Palm Beach, and how did they arrive at their suggested price? A grounded answer names recent closed sales. It also explains why those homes compare to yours. With a median around $777,400 here, the gap between realistic pricing guidance and optimistic guidance is real money. Verify the license too. Florida licenses are public and searchable through the state's DBPR portal. Pure Equity is a licensed brokerage serving Palm Beach County. You can reach the broker directly at (561) 835-5400.
What does a seller's agent actually do?
A seller's agent prices the home against comparable closed sales. Before it goes live, they advise on repairs and presentation. Then they handle photography and marketing, and put the home in front of buyers and other agents. When offers arrive, they screen them and negotiate both price and terms. Terms matter as much as the number, because inspection windows, financing contingencies, and closing dates all affect whether an offer reaches the closing table.
How much does a real estate agent cost in Cresswind Palm Beach?
Commissions are fully negotiable. No law or real estate board sets them. What you pay is whatever you and your brokerage agree to in writing before work begins. Since the 2024 rule changes, buyers and their agents must agree compensation in a written buyer agreement before touring homes. Any seller contribution toward the buyer's side is negotiated rather than automatic. Ask any agent you interview to put their fee in writing.
What is the difference between a realtor, a real estate agent, and a broker?
A real estate agent holds a state license to represent buyers and sellers. A broker holds a higher-level license and can operate a brokerage. That broker also carries final legal responsibility for the office's transactions. Realtor is a membership term for agents belonging to the National Association of Realtors. For someone buying or selling in Cresswind Palm Beach, three practical questions matter. Is the person licensed, who do they represent in your transaction, and what can they actually tell you about your local market?
Do I need an agent to buy a home in Cresswind Palm Beach?
You are not legally required to use one, but most buyers in Cresswind Palm Beach do. A buyer's agent handles the parts that are easy to get wrong. That means identifying what comparable homes actually closed for, spotting condition or association issues early, and managing inspection and financing deadlines. Even in a slower market, negotiating room is only useful if you know where it exists.
Can one agent help me sell my current home and buy the next one?
Yes. For people moving within Palm Beach County it is often the more practical route, because one person coordinates both timelines. Sequencing is the hard part. Should your purchase be contingent on your sale? How would you cover a gap if the closings do not line up? What happens if one side is delayed? Plan all of that before either home is listed, rather than after an offer arrives.
Public Records
Look up Cresswind Palm Beach property records
Anything on this page that affects what a home costs to own, assessed value, exemptions, flood zone, is published by a public agency. These are the official sources, not our summaries of them.
Palm Beach County Property Appraiser
Assessed value, homestead exemption status, and recorded sales history for any parcel.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Look up the official flood zone for an address before you budget for insurance.
Florida Department of Revenue, property taxes
How Florida assesses property, and which exemptions you can claim.
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