Atlantis Luxury Real Estate Statistics
| Average Price | $1.3M |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $975K |
| Highest Price | $1.7M |
| Total Listings | 2 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $409 |
Property Types (active listings)
About Atlantis
State Senator Philip D. Lewis owned the property as Mulberry Farms, raising Brahman cattle there. Developers Nathan Hunt and Paul Kintz purchased the 1.4-square-mile parcel in 1958. They platted a single gated golf community and pushed it through Florida incorporation on June 19, 1959. The first city council took office that summer, with James Kintz as mayor and Nathan Hunt as vice mayor. Robert Simmons designed the Atlantis Country Club golf course, which opened in 1971.
The city holds 2,179 year-round residents at a median age of 60.7. Roughly 70 percent of homes are occupied full-time, with seasonal owners filling the rest. Median household income tops $116,000, with poverty under 4 percent. The Atlantis Police Department patrols the 1.4 land square miles with its own staff. HCA Florida JFK Hospital, a 486-bed regional medical center, opened inside the city limits in 1966. The cardiovascular program is the largest in Palm Beach County.
Atlantis Luxury Real Estate
Atlantis holds roughly 1,200 residential properties across a mix of single-family estates, villas, townhomes, and condominiums. Single-family fairway estates trade between $700,000 and $2 million, with the largest lots running half an acre. Villa and townhome inventory opens around $475,000, the city's current median listing price. Condominium units in multi-family buildings near Congress Avenue start at $200,000 to $300,000. Lake Worth Lagoon and ocean access lie 5 to 10 miles east via Lantana Road or Lake Avenue.
Inventory turnover stays modest, with 14 sales in a recent month and an average 99 days on market. Country club membership stays optional, an unusual flexibility in a gated golf community. Buyers can choose Atlantis Country Club for semi-public golf or pursue Lost City Golf Club for private-club access. An experienced Atlantis Realtor® helps match homes against current membership economics.
Top Highlights of Atlantis Luxury Homes for Sale
Two Golf Clubs Inside 1.4 Square Miles
The Atlantis Country Club, designed by Robert Simmons and opened in 1971, runs as a semi-public 18-hole course. Mature oaks, pines, and banyan trees frame the fairways, giving the layout a northern-style character rare in South Florida. Lost City Golf Club functions as a private members-only club within the city limits. Both clubs share the same parcel originally laid out by the city's founding developers. Membership in either remains optional for homeowners.
HCA Florida JFK Hospital and the Medical Corridor
HCA Florida JFK Hospital sits inside Atlantis city limits at 5301 South Congress Avenue. The 486-bed medical center opened in 1966, named for the late President Kennedy. The cardiovascular program ranks largest in Palm Beach County, drawing patients from across the region. ACGME-accredited residencies in internal medicine and general surgery train physicians on site. Medical office buildings line Congress Avenue around the hospital, giving the city an unusual healthcare-driven daytime economy.
Own Police, Own Government, Own Map
The Atlantis Police Department serves as the city's own 24/7 law enforcement, with officers and patrol vehicles. City services include public works, code enforcement, and a small administrative staff. The council-manager form runs through five elected councilors, a mayor, and an appointed city manager. Residents pay city property tax above Palm Beach County millage rates. The compact municipal footprint produces noticeably faster response times than larger jurisdictions.
Optional Country Club Membership
Most South Florida gated golf communities require mandatory club membership at purchase. Atlantis takes the opposite approach. Buyers can purchase any home without joining either Atlantis Country Club or Lost City Golf Club. Residents who join can choose between semi-public ACC golf and the private Lost City experience. The flexibility opens the market to buyers who value the gated city's character without country club commitment.
Mature Tree Canopy and 1970s Streetscape
The Atlantis streetscape carries an established tree canopy of oaks, pines, ficus, and massive banyans. The character borrows from northern country club design rather than the typical South Florida palm-and-water aesthetic. Streets curve along the golf fairways without grid pattern. Most homes were built between 1968 and 1985, giving the housing stock a consistent mid-century-to-1970s architectural vocabulary. Renovations and rebuilds happen one home at a time, preserving the streetscape continuity.
Location, Highway Access, and Beach Proximity
Atlantis lies 5 miles south of Palm Beach International Airport. Florida's Turnpike and I-95 frame the city, providing fast access in all directions. Atlantic beaches lie 5 to 10 miles east via Lantana Road or Lake Avenue. Boynton Beach sits 5 minutes south, with downtown West Palm Beach 15 minutes north via Congress Avenue.
Education in Atlantis
Atlantis falls within the Palm Beach County School District. Public school feeders sit in nearby Lake Worth Beach and Greenacres. Many residents also choose private K-12 schools across the area.
Public Schools
- Indian Pines Elementary in Lake Worth Beach
- Tradewinds Middle School in Greenacres
- John I. Leonard Community High School in Greenacres
Private Schools
- The King's Academy in West Palm Beach
- Cardinal Newman High School in West Palm Beach
- Saint Mark Lutheran Academy in Lake Worth Beach
- Rosarian Academy in West Palm Beach
Colleges and Universities Nearby
- Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach
- Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton
- Palm Beach State College in Lake Worth Beach
Atlantis Frequently Asked Questions
What Are HOA Fees in Atlantis and What Do They Cover?
Atlantis has no single citywide HOA. The city government collects property taxes covering police, public works, and code enforcement. Individual subcommunities, primarily villas and townhomes, may charge association fees of $200 to $600 monthly. Single-family fairway estates pay only city taxes and optional country club dues.
Can I Rent Out a Home in Atlantis?
Rental rules vary by subcommunity. Single-family homes generally allow three-month-minimum seasonal rentals. Villa and condo associations often impose stricter minimums, lease approval, and annual caps. Short-term rentals under 30 days are generally prohibited. Buyers should request subcommunity rules before contract.
What Are the Country Club Initiation Fees and Annual Dues?
Atlantis Country Club offers multiple membership tiers, with initiation typically in the low-to-mid five figures. Annual dues run from four to five figures based on golf or social tier. Lost City Golf Club is fully private with higher initiation and equity contributions. Exact dues schedules require direct inquiry.
How Has Atlantis Property Appreciation Compared to Palm Beach County?
Atlantis appreciation has tracked steady but slower than the broader Palm Beach County market. Lower volatility reflects older buyer demographics, longer holding periods, and minimal investor activity. Resale demand concentrates from October through April. Buyers seeking long-term residence often prefer this stability over higher-growth markets.
What Is the Insurance and Flood Zone Situation in Atlantis?
Most Atlantis homes sit in flood zone X, which does not require federal flood insurance for conventional loans. Hurricane and wind insurance remain required, with premiums for $1 million homes running $5,000 to $15,000 annually. The inland location reduces coastal storm risk versus barrier-island markets. Buyers should review elevation certificates before closing.
How Does Atlantis Compare to Other Golf Communities Nearby?
Atlantis sits at the entry tier of Palm Beach County's gated golf market. PGA National trades 50 to 200 percent higher with mandatory membership. BallenIsles and Mizner Country Club run higher still, requiring equity contributions and formal social calendars. Atlantis delivers comparable gated security and golf access without the mandatory enrollment economics.
Find Your Dream Home in Atlantis, Florida
Three factors drive Atlantis price beyond standard comps: fairway frontage, renovation year, and proximity to JFK Hospital. Our Delray Beach-based Atlantis Realtors® at The Mastropieri Group, Realtors® verify each before recommending an offer. We coordinate lot-view analysis, club membership pre-vetting, and lender introductions during the search. Call (561) 287-7000 to schedule a tour of current Atlantis homes for sale.
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