Jupiter Inlet Colony is one of the smallest towns in Florida: an incorporated municipality of about 405 residents at the southern tip of Jupiter Island, on the north bank of the Jupiter Inlet. It offers a rare combination of inlet, ocean and small-town living in a setting that feels worlds away while sitting minutes from Jupiter and Tequesta.
Jupiter Inlet Colony at a Glance
- Type: incorporated town, platted in 1958 and incorporated in 1959
- Population: 405 (2020 Census)
- Area: about 0.2 square miles
- Location: southern tip of Jupiter Island, on the north bank of the Jupiter Inlet
- Households: 174 (2020 Census)
Setting
With only a few hundred residents, Jupiter Inlet Colony has the feel of a private enclave. Its location on the inlet puts boating, fishing and the beach at residents’ doorsteps, with views toward the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse.
Homes in Jupiter Inlet Colony
The town is made up almost entirely of single-family homes, including waterfront properties on the inlet and Intracoastal and homes close to the beach. With so few homes, listings are rare, and well-located properties often draw strong interest.
Location
Jupiter Inlet Colony is reached via Beach Road (County Road 707) and sits minutes from Tequesta, the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, US-1 and Jupiter’s dining and shopping.
What to Know Before You Buy
- Limited inventory: set up an alert so you see new listings right away.
- Coastal construction: check flood zone, elevation and construction details, which strongly affect insurance.
- Town rules: as its own municipality, the town has its own building and zoning regulations; review them before planning renovations.
- Insurance and flood zones: waterfront and low-lying lots can carry higher insurance costs and flood requirements; get quotes early.
- Homestead: if this will be your primary residence, file for the homestead exemption with the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser by March 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jupiter Inlet Colony part of Jupiter? No. It is its own incorporated town, incorporated in 1959.
How many people live in Jupiter Inlet Colony? 405 residents in the 2020 Census.
Where is Jupiter Inlet Colony? At the southern tip of Jupiter Island on the north bank of the Jupiter Inlet.
Homes for Sale in Jupiter Inlet Colony
Looking for current listings in Jupiter Inlet Colony? Search homes on my Illustrated Properties site, or call (561) 632-7705 or email slevine@ipre.com and I will set up a custom alert for new Jupiter Inlet Colony listings and send you recent sales.
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Sources
Community details are based on published sources and may change; confirm club, membership and association details directly before you buy. Stefan Levine, P.A. | Illustrated Properties LLC | License SL3228095
