The Nora District has been the most talked-about new neighborhood in West Palm Beach for two years. You can finally buy a home in it.
Key Takeaways
- Ronto Group has launched sales for Nora House, a 117-unit condo with prices starting in the upper $1 millions.
- It is the first for-sale residential offering in the 40-acre, $1 billion Nora District.
- Groundbreaking is targeted for mid-2027 with completion in 2029.
Nora House is an 11-story building at 1105 N. Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach's Nora District. The master-planned district is being developed by NDT Development, Place Projects, and Wheelock Street Capital. Douglas Elliman is leading sales.
As Larry Mastropieri explained on the Discover South Florida Podcast: "This is a really solid location. Once Nora is complete, you won't even need to go into downtown. You'll have everything right there. And Northwood is directly north, which is also being redeveloped. Downtown West Palm is walkable, too, though it's a bit farther. But you've got options in every direction."
What will Nora House offer?
The building will have 117 condos, ranging from 2-bedroom units at 1,500 square feet to 4-bedroom units at 2,900 square feet, all with 10-foot ceilings. Swedroe Architecture in Miami designed the building, with interiors by Lillian Wu Studio in New York.
Kitchen specifications: Wolf six-burner gas ranges, Sub-Zero wine storage, and honed quartzite waterfall islands.
Owner's suite specifications: Badeloft soaking tubs, Kallista rain showerheads, and travertine flooring.
The flagship unit: Residence 16 offers four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms across 2,960 square feet with a 97-foot wraparound terrace totaling nearly 600 square feet of outdoor space. A fourth-floor variant called Terrace 416 expands to 6,710 total square feet, including a 3,750-square-foot private terrace with turf and a built-in BBQ.
Interested in pre-construction in the Nora District? Talk to a West Palm Beach real estate agent who tracks new development and can help you evaluate the opportunity. Reach out to The Mastropieri Group or call (561) 556-9853.
Building Snapshot: Nora House, West Palm Beach
- Address: 1105 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
- District: Nora District (40-acre, $1 billion master plan)
- Building Height: 11 stories
- Total Units: 117
- Unit Sizes: 2BR at 1,500 sq ft to 4BR at 2,900 sq ft
- Ceiling Height: 10 feet throughout
- Starting Price: Upper $1 millions
- Flagship Unit: Residence 16, 4BD/3.5BA, 2,960 sq ft + 97-ft wraparound terrace
- Amenity Space: 90,000+ sq ft across two zones
- Rooftop: 2 pickleball courts, Technogym, golf simulator, bowling, spa, plunge pools, outdoor bar
- 4th-Floor Terrace: Lap pool, pool spa, 6 guest suites
- Architect: Swedroe Architecture, Miami
- Interior Design: Lillian Wu Studio, New York
- Developer (Nora House): Ronto Group, Naples
- District Developers: NDT Development, Place Projects, Wheelock Street Capital
- Sales: Douglas Elliman
- Groundbreaking: Mid-2027 (targeted)
- Estimated Completion: 2029
What amenities will the building have?
The amenity program spans over 90,000 square feet, split across two zones.
Fourth-floor terrace: Built for community and hosting with a lap pool, pool spa, and six guest suites for visitors.
Rooftop wellness deck: Two pickleball courts, a Technogym fitness center, yoga lawn, spa, hot and cold plunge pools, bowling alley, golf simulator, sauna, steam rooms, and an outdoor bar.
Larry Mastropieri noted the rooftop pool design: "Putting the pool on the roof costs more money and involves more engineering, but the experience is significantly better. You get sun all day, better views, and it frees up space on the ground level for other uses. It's a smart trend we're seeing more of."
The six guest suites are worth noting. For buyers using the unit part-time or expecting frequent visitors, that is a practical differentiator that most buildings at this price point do not offer.
What makes Nora House different from other WPB new construction?
Most of West Palm Beach's new condo construction is concentrated along the Intracoastal Waterway. Nora House offers a different value proposition: a walkable urban district with 100,000 square feet of curated retail at the door.
Current and incoming tenants: Pastis, Indaco, Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Warby Parker, Sunday Motor Co. Café, and The Nora Hotel (expected to open in 2026).
As the first for-sale condo in a master-planned district, early buyers are entering at the floor of the neighborhood's price curve. The district is still in its retail and hospitality phase, meaning the full amenity picture is not yet complete. That is the risk. It is also an opportunity.
Price comparison: Intracoastal towers in West Palm Beach run $5 million to $12 million and above for comparable square footage. Nora House, with prices starting in the upper $1 millions, is positioned as the urban district alternative. Different buyer, different lifestyle thesis, and a meaningfully different price entry point.
Who is behind the Nora District?
The broader Nora District represents a $1 billion investment. It is being developed by a partnership that includes Wheelock Street Capital, the same institutional firm that previously owned The Ben hotel before Related Ross acquired it. This is not a speculative small-scale project.
Ronto Group, based in Naples, is developing Nora House specifically. They have a track record of luxury residential projects across Southwest Florida.
The 5.15-acre site occupies a full city block. Nora House is the first of two multifamily buildings planned for the site.
What does this mean for West Palm Beach buyers?
For buyers priced out of South Flagler: Nora House is the first time a walkable, district-driven ownership product exists on West Palm Beach's emerging north side at this price point.
For part-time residents: The six guest suites and the rooftop amenity program make this a practical option for buyers who expect frequent visitors or use the unit seasonally.
For investors thinking about an exit strategy: Being the largest unit in the first residential building of a master-planned district has historically been a strong resale position once the neighborhood reaches maturity.
For buyers evaluating timing: The 2029 delivery and mid-2027 groundbreaking mean committing to a two-plus-year wait. The question is whether the Nora District's retail and hospitality activation continues at its current pace. The opening of Pastis and The Nora Hotel in 2026 is the key milestone to watch.
We've covered the broader development momentum in this corridor, including the Northwood District directly to the north and The Breakers workforce housing site nearby. Institutional capital is clearly betting on West Palm's north side.
FAQs about Nora House in West Palm Beach
How much do condos at Nora House cost?
Prices start in the upper $1 millions. Units range from two bedrooms at 1,500 square feet to four bedrooms at 2,900 square feet. The flagship Residence 16 is estimated at $4.5 million to $6 million or more.
When will Nora House be completed?
Groundbreaking is targeted for mid-2027, with completion expected in 2029. Douglas Elliman is currently leading pre-construction sales.
What is the Nora District?
The Nora District is a 40-acre, $1 billion master-planned neighborhood on West Palm Beach's north side. It is being developed by NDT Development, Place Projects, and Wheelock Street Capital. Current tenants include Pastis, Indaco, and Warby Parker, with The Nora Hotel expected to open in 2026.
Who is the developer of Nora House?
Ronto Group, a Naples-based developer with a track record of luxury residential projects in Southwest Florida, is developing Nora House in partnership with the Nora District's master developers.
How does Nora House compare to Intracoastal condos?
Nora House offers a walkable urban district lifestyle starting in the upper $1 millions. Comparable Intracoastal towers in West Palm Beach typically range from $5 million to $12 million or more for similar square footage, but prioritize waterfront views over walkability.
Can I rent out my unit at Nora House?
Rental policies for Nora House have not been publicly finalized as of the current pre-construction sales phase. Buyers should confirm short-term and annual rental allowances directly with Douglas Elliman's sales team before signing. This is a standard due diligence step for any pre-construction purchase in Florida, particularly for buyers considering the unit as an investment or part-time residence.
Local help for buyers in West Palm Beach
If you're buying, selling, or investing in West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, or Jupiter, understanding how new development shapes property values matters. Reach out to The Mastropieri Group, Realtors®.
For practical, hands-on support across West Palm Beach, call (561) 556-9853.
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