Deerfield Beach sits at Broward County's northern edge, right against Boca Raton, but exactly where it falls on a map matters less to a buyer than which of its two housing markets they're stepping into.

Key takeaway

Deerfield Beach is the northernmost city in Broward County, located on Florida's Atlantic coast just south of Boca Raton. Condos are where buyers hold the advantage, with 8.5 months of supply in the 90 days ending September 30, 2026. Single-family homes are the tighter, faster-moving alternative.

Who this guide is for

You're placing Deerfield Beach on the map and deciding whether its location and home prices earn it a spot in your South Florida search.

Where is Deerfield Beach, FL?

The city's northern boundary is the Palm Beach County line along the Hillsboro Canal, with Boca Raton directly across it. It stretches from the Atlantic Ocean on the east to Coconut Creek and Parkland on the west. Hillsboro Beach, Lighthouse Point, and Pompano Beach border it to the south.

Interstate 95 runs north to south through the middle of the city. The eastern side holds the beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, and the western side stretches inland toward the Turnpike. A mailing address alone doesn't confirm city limits, so verify that a listing falls inside Deerfield Beach with the Broward County Property Appraiser.

Getting around Deerfield Beach

The main north-south routes are I-95, Florida's Turnpike, US-1, and State Road A1A along the coast. The Sawgrass Expressway sits to the west, and Hillsboro Boulevard is the primary east-west corridor tying these routes together. For transit, the city operates a Freebee on-demand ride service, and the Tri-Rail Deerfield Beach station sits on West Hillsboro Boulevard.

Downtown Boca Raton is about seven miles away. Downtown West Palm Beach is a 31- to 32-mile drive that usually takes 33 to 35 minutes. Heading south, downtown Fort Lauderdale is about 17 miles, roughly 25 to 30 minutes via I-95. A job in Palm Beach County might be a shorter drive than one in Fort Lauderdale. Drive your commute route at rush hour before committing to a neighborhood.

Deerfield Beach real estate: condos vs single-family homes

The city's overall median home price rose 14% year over year, but that is a sales-mix effect: no single property type rose more than 9.3% in the 90 days ending September 30, 2026. Price a specific property off its own category, not the headline number. Townhouses fall between condos and houses on price and sell closest to asking of any type. The choice that matters is negotiating room at a low entry price versus competing for a detached house.

Condos

Most of the inventory you'll see online is condos, and this is where buyers have real negotiating room. The median sale price sits around $152,000, and the typical unit closes for roughly 7% below asking, so a below-list offer is the norm, not an insult.

The catch is association compliance costs. Florida requires a milestone inspection once a condo building reaches 30 years old, or 25 where the local enforcement agency requires it. Unit-owner-controlled associations with buildings three stories or higher must also complete a structural integrity reserve study no later than December 31, 2026. Those requirements can mean higher monthly dues or special assessments.

Before making an offer, ask the association for:

• its latest milestone inspection report
• its structural integrity reserve study
• current monthly dues
• any pending special assessment

Also check the condo documents for rental, pet, and age restrictions.

Single-family homes

The median sale price for a single-family home is around $525,000. 14.3% of recent sales, about one in seven, closed above asking. Waterfront properties and streets on the east side command the highest premiums. Come pre-approved and ready to move.

Houses also carry coastal ownership costs the sticker price doesn't show. Look up the property's FEMA flood zone and get homeowners and flood insurance quotes before you make an offer.

How to decide if Deerfield Beach fits your search

Start with your commute direction. Heading north into Palm Beach County or south toward Fort Lauderdale and Miami decides which roads in the commute section serve you, and whether the Tri-Rail station does. Next, check whether your budget sits closer to the condo median or the house median above. Then decide how you want to buy: condos reward patience, while houses reward a fast, clean offer. If you aren't prepared to review an association's inspection and reserve records, start with single-family homes; townhouses in the at-a-glance list are the middle option. Delray Beach and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea are the nearby coastal towns to compare against.

If you need help pulling recent condo or house sales on a specific street, reach out and I can gather those records for you.

At a glance

• All homes: median sale price $324,845, up 14% year over year; 350 sold; median $258 per sq ft; 6.5 months of supply (90 days ending 2026-09-30)
• Single family: median sale price $524,791, up 5.2% year over year; 135 sold; 71 median days on market; 96.8% sale-to-list; 3.5 months of supply; $315 per sq ft (90 days ending 2026-09-30)
• Condo: median sale price $151,984, up 4.8% year over year; 173 sold; 123 median days on market; 93.3% sale-to-list; 1.8% sold above list; 8.5 months of supply; 478 listings in inventory; $175 per sq ft (90 days ending 2026-09-30)
• Townhouse: median sale price $415,155, up 9.3% year over year; 39 sold; 78 median days on market; 97.5% sale-to-list; 7.3 months of supply; $268 per sq ft (90 days ending 2026-09-30)

Deerfield Beach location FAQs

What is the nearest airport to Deerfield Beach, Florida?

Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is about 23 miles away by car, and Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) is roughly 30 miles. For general aviation, Boca Raton Airport is about 7 miles from the city.

Is Deerfield Beach a suburb of Miami?

No. It's a separate city in Broward County within the federally defined Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metropolitan area. Downtown Miami is about 43 miles away, typically an hour's drive depending on traffic.

Is Deerfield Beach, Florida a wealthy area?

Home values vary widely by property type. Single-family homes recently sold at a median of $315 per square foot, and condos at $175.

Is Deerfield Beach in Boca Raton or Fort Lauderdale?

Neither. It's its own municipality in Broward County, just south of Boca Raton and the Palm Beach County line.

What zip codes and area code does Deerfield Beach use?

The primary USPS zip codes are 33441, 33442, and 33443 (PO boxes); 33064 and 33073 overlap into the city but carry a Pompano Beach postal name. The area code is 954, with the 754 overlay.

Where is the Deerfield Beach pier, and is there a boardwalk?

The Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier is at 200 NE 21st Avenue, near Hillsboro Boulevard and A1A. A beachfront walkway runs along the city's award-winning one-mile stretch of beach next to the pier.

Does Deerfield Beach flood?

Flood risk varies by property and is tied to canals, waterways, and the coast. The city participates in FEMA's Community Rating System, which discounts flood insurance in certain zones. Some areas still use the 2014 flood map, while others use the 2024 update.

Is Deerfield Beach safe?

The Broward Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement in the city through District 10, the county's northernmost district.

Sources

• Redfin: Data Center
• Broward Sheriff's Office: Deerfield Beach
• Florida International University: Deerfield Beach Community Report
• Wikipedia: Deerfield Beach, Florida
• Wikipedia: Florida State Road 810
• South Florida Regional Transportation Authority: Deerfield Beach Station
• Wanderlog: Deerfield Beach to West Palm Beach Drive
• City Population: Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area
• ZipDataMaps: Deerfield Beach ZIP Code Map
• Wikipedia: Area codes 954 and 754
• City of Deerfield Beach: International Fishing Pier
• City of Deerfield Beach: Flood Information
• Florida Legislature: Statutes Chapter 718