History:
Old Northwood was developed in the early  1920's during the height of Florida's boom era. Prominent architects, such as John Volk and William King designed homes that made Old Northwood one of the most exclusive communities this side of Palm Beach.

During the past two decades, Old Northwood has seen a surge of new homeowners and renters, enthusiastic about living in a "real neighborhood." Residents have formed committees to beautify the surroundings, re-route traffic, and otherwise elevate the quality of life here.

Our neighborhood is an eclectic mixture of residents with varied professions, backgrounds, and lifestyles - all united in one cause... working together to keep Old Northwood and the City of West Palm Beach a wonderful place to live!

Look at these accomplishments!

• First Historic District in the City of West Palm Beach

• One of the first Historic Districts to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places

• First neighborhood to limit traffic access in the City of West Palm Beach

• First Licensed Bed and Breakfast Inn in the City of West Palm Beach

• First neighborhood to successfully petition the City of West Palm Beach for roundabouts to calm traffic

• First neighborhood to fund raise over $20,000 for vintage street lamps

• First neighborhood to purchase a neighborhood community center with its own funds

• Greatest appreciation of real estate values over the past few years as other areas have leveled out or depreciated!

Old Northwood's pride, spirit, determination, stamina, and  organization
have set an example - and led the way for other City neighborhoods.