Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Park / Kelsey City
What is it like to live in Lake Park / Kelsey City, Lake Park, FL?
Lake Park (historically Kelsey City) is a small coastal town in northern Palm Beach County with a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and waterfront properties along the Intracoastal Waterway. It has convenient regional access via US‑1 and I‑95, is adjacent to West Palm Beach and Palm Beach International Airport, and residents can reach Brightline and Tri-Rail stations nearby for commuter rail service. The climate is tropical — hot, humid summers and mild winters — and the area faces hurricane and flood-zone risk due to low elevation. Local safety and housing costs vary by neighborhood; consult current Palm Beach County crime data and real-estate listings for up-to-date information.
Is Lake Park / Kelsey City, Lake Park, FL expensive?
Housing and rental costs in Lake Park/Kelsey City are generally more affordable than nearby affluent barrier-island communities such as Palm Beach, though they are comparable to or slightly lower than broader Palm Beach County averages. Overall cost of living in the area tends to be higher than the U.S. and Florida statewide averages due to South Florida housing market pressures. Exact prices vary by block and proximity to the water; for current median sale and rental figures consult local listings or county market reports.
What is the weather of Lake Park / Kelsey City, Lake Park, FL?
Lake Park / Kelsey City has a tropical coastal climate with hot, humid summers and warm, mild winters. The wet season runs roughly May–October with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and the highest rainfall, while the drier season is November–April with lower humidity. Average summer highs are in the low 90s°F (about 32–34°C) and winter highs in the mid-70s°F (about 23–25°C); freezing temperatures are rare and hurricane season runs June–November.
How safe is Lake Park / Kelsey City, Lake Park, FL?
I do not have current, verifiable neighborhood-level crime-rate figures for Lake Park / Kelsey City in this response. The Lake Park Police Department provides local policing and publishes crime reports and statistics, and Palm Beach County offers online crime-mapping tools for recent incidents. Consult the department’s latest reports or state (Florida Department of Law Enforcement) and FBI data for objective, up-to-date safety metrics before making decisions.