Lantana
A small, old Florida town on the Intracoastal with a little public beach across the bridge and the state's oldest waterfront restaurant.
You launch the kayak at Sportsman's Park, spend the afternoon at Lantana's beach and watch the sunset over the water with a slice of key lime pie.
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Nightlife2
Quiet. A few bars and waterfront restaurants along Ocean Avenue and the Intracoastal, and for a bigger night out downtown Lake Worth Beach is ten minutes north.
Meet people2
Small town community events, like the beach day in March, July 4 fireworks at Bicentennial Park and movie nights at the sports park. Most social life is neighbors and the boat ramp.
Peace and quiet4
Mostly calm residential streets. The noise is the main roads and Interstate 95 on the west side, plus some weekend boat traffic.
Walkability2
Limited. The area around Ocean Avenue and the Intracoastal is pleasant to stroll, but most daily errands mean a short drive.
On the water4
Good water access. Sportsman's Park has a boat ramp on the Intracoastal, and both the Boynton and Palm Beach inlets are an easy run by boat.
Beaches3
Lantana's public beach is a small stretch of about 750 feet with a boardwalk, picnic tables and a volleyball court. In 2025 the town reviewed concept plans to upgrade it.
Dining and arts2
Casual and local. The Old Key Lime House is the landmark, still family run on the Intracoastal, and the rest is mostly neighborhood seafood, cafes and takeout.
Outdoors and wellness3
Parks on the Intracoastal, the beach and quick drives to Snook Islands in Lake Worth Beach and the wetlands west of Boynton make for an easy outdoor life.
Affordability3
One of the more affordable towns this close to the ocean. Median sales were near $350K in 2026, mostly older homes and condos, while waterfront and Hypoluxo Island homes cost far more.
Airport access5
Palm Beach (PBI) is about 15 minutes north on Interstate 95. The small Lantana airport on the west side serves private planes.
Scores last checked October 2026. Scores rate what the town offers, never who lives there. How we score
Community and social scene
A typical evening is dinner on the water at the Old Key Lime House or a casual spot on Ocean Avenue. Locals bring the boat or walk down to watch the sunset over the Intracoastal.
Community at a glance
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Florida Panthers (NHL) in Sunrise, 34 miles awayMiami Dolphins (NFL) in Miami Gardens, 45 miles awaySpring training: Houston Astros and Washington Nationals at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach, 13 miles awaySpring training: St. Louis Cardinals and Miami Marlins at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter, 22 miles awayMiles are in a straight line, so the drive is longer.Places of worshipOn the map
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Lantana's public beach
Volleyball, picnic tables and a town beach day each spring.Sportsman's Park
The town boat ramp and a gathering spot for anglers and paddlers.July 4 at Bicentennial Park
The town fireworks celebration on the Intracoastal.Old Key Lime House
The town's historic waterfront restaurant and a longtime local meeting place.We write about places and events, never about who lives there. Times and dates change, so confirm before you go.
Things to do
The honest details
- Home prices
- About $350K median sale price (Redfin, Sept 2026)
- Nearest hospital
- HCA Florida JFK Hospital, about 3 miles. Nearest trauma center: Delray Medical Center (Level I), about 11 miles. Straight line distance, so the drive is longer.
- Airport
- Palm Beach (PBI), about 15 minutes
- Season
- Busier in winter
- Heads up
- Storm surge along the Intracoastal, older housing stock, and US 1 and Interstate 95 traffic
- Insurance
- Florida averages about $10,384 a year for $250K of coverage (MoneyGeek, 2026). Get a quote and check the flood zone for any address. Read more
- Why people love it
- Affordable for a town with its own ocean beach. Easy water access and a short trip to the airport.
- Know before you go
- Small public beach and not much nightlife. Older homes and mostly car dependent errands.
- Schools
- See official grades and district info on the Florida Department of Education site.
Common questions about Lantana
Is Lantana walkable?
Not really. You will drive for most things. Limited. The area around Ocean Avenue and the Intracoastal is pleasant to stroll, but most daily errands mean a short drive.
Does Lantana have a good beach?
Yes, a decent one. Lantana's public beach is a small stretch of about 750 feet with a boardwalk, picnic tables and a volleyball court. In 2025 the town reviewed concept plans to upgrade it.
Is Lantana affordable?
It sits around the middle for the Florida coast. Home prices: About $350K median sale price (Redfin, Sept 2026). One of the more affordable towns this close to the ocean. Median sales were near $350K in 2026, mostly older homes and condos, while waterfront and Hypoluxo Island homes cost far more.
What is the nightlife like in Lantana?
Quiet, with a handful of places to go. A typical evening is dinner on the water at the Old Key Lime House or a casual spot on Ocean Avenue. Locals bring the boat or walk down to watch the sunset over the Intracoastal.
How busy does Lantana get?
It is quiet most of the year. Mostly calm residential streets. The noise is the main roads and Interstate 95 on the west side, plus some weekend boat traffic.
Is Lantana good for boating and fishing?
Yes. This is a strong boating town. Good water access. Sportsman's Park has a boat ramp on the Intracoastal, and both the Boynton and Palm Beach inlets are an easy run by boat.
Which airport is closest to Lantana?
Palm Beach (PBI) is about 15 minutes north on Interstate 95. The small Lantana airport on the west side serves private planes.
What should I know before moving to Lantana?
The main things to plan for: Storm surge along the Intracoastal, older housing stock, and US 1 and Interstate 95 traffic. Florida homeowners insurance averages about $10,384 a year for $250K of dwelling coverage (MoneyGeek, 2026). Get a quote and check the flood zone for any address before you commit.
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