Big changes are coming for the north end of West Palm Beach. Florida’s mega-builder GL Homes is teaming with local investment firm Huizenga Holdings to redevelop about 100 homes across a 10-block stretch in the historic Northwood neighborhood (between 40th & 45th Streets, Broadway to N. Flagler Dr).
🏡 What’s Changing
- GL Homes’ first major urban redevelopment, moving from suburban lots into this city core. This is considered one of the largest single-family neighborhood redevelopments in the city’s modern history.
- The city eased zoning rules: minimum lot width cut from 60 ft to 49 ft and lot size from 6,000-sq-ft to 5,000-sq-ft to make modern home-building viable.
- Construction on four model homes has already begun, with full build-out expected to begin in early 2026.
💬 Mixed Reactions
- Supporters say the project brings needed new housing in an area mostly built in the 1930s-50s.
- Some residents worry about displacement and maintaining neighborhood character.
🚧 The Bottom Line
The Northwood neighborhood is shifting from sleepy blocks to a modern housing hub. With GL Homes and Huizenga leading the charge, West Palm Beach’s north end is clearly on the move — but how this affects long-time residents, affordability, and neighborhood flair remains to be seen.
