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Why is Delray Beach one of the hottest places to live, work and play?

Why is Delray Beach one of the hottest places to live, work and play? Delray BeachBetween the fabulous restaurants, unique shops, a great calendar of events and the arts and culture offerings, Delray has it all. Want to live in the downtown? With the convenience of urban living, Delray has multiple condo and rental opportunities just off of Atlantic Avenue. Want a more neighborhood feel but also be able to walk or ride the Downtowner to Atlantic Avenue, check out some single-family homes in the Lake Ida District or by the Intracoastal. Continue reading…

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Delray Beach: Not Just for Visiting!

Delray BeachDuring season, we see an influx of snowbirds and vacationers into Delray Beach but why come to Delray for a week or a couple of months? Delray Beach is not just for visiting! It’s a lifestyle. The one thing that Delray Beach is not lacking in is something to do! As Delray continues to thrive, enjoy tennis at the 25th Year of the Delray Beach Open featuring some of the ATP Tour’s top players. This tournament runs until Sunday, February 26th, 2017. Enjoy one of the best St. Patrick’s Day Parade weekends in the area on Friday, March 10th and Saturday, March 11th, 2017. The festival opens on Friday evening with live music, vendors, food and beverages. On Saturday, stay tuned for a full day of fun starting with the Fun Run at 11am and the 49th annual viewing of the parade at noon.  Continue reading…

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Arts Garage: A lesser-known gem in Delray Beach

Are you considering a move to Delray Beach or do you want to live close by and enjoy all that Delray has to offer for your family, friends and clients including the great restaurants, boutique shopping and the arts? We invite you to the Arts Garage, a music and theater venue that is a lesser-known gem in Delray Beach. According to the Arts Garage website, “Arts Garage is a not-for-profit, multi-media arts venue located in downtown Delray Beach. This cultural hub proudly presents Grammy award-winning musicians, award-winning theatre, arts education and outreach programs, and a spacious visual art gallery that displays emerging local talent.”

Arts Garage Delray BeachThe Arts Garage offers a full schedule of Blues, Jazz, Flamenco, Folk, and Rock among others. With shows offered on a weekly basis, there’s never a shortage of musical entertainment. Tickets are generally priced between $40 and $75 depending on whether it is a premium show and there is no bad seat in the house. With a capacity below 200, you are always up close and personal with every performer.  Continue reading…

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Somerset at Abacoa, a short walk to Abacoa Town Center

Centrally located as a subdivision in Abacoa, this 2 BR / 2.5 BA Somerset at Abacoa Condo is a short walk to Abacoa Town Center and Roger Dean Stadium, the spring training home of the Florida Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals, and the home of the Jupiter Hammerheads and Palm Beach Cardinals. The new construction features include granite counter tops, wood cabinetry, crown molding and a covered balcony. Each bedroom features its own private bath with a roman Somerset at Abacoatub. Included in the Somerset community are a heated pool, an outdoor play area and a putting green. This is a great home for people who are single, couples, married with children or retired. Close to many amenities in the Downtown Abacoa area.

Abacoa consists of 15 communities including townhomes, Somerset at Abacoacondos and single-family homes where living is centrally located into one integrated location. Families can send their children to some great Palm Beach County Schools including Lighthouse Elementary School (A-rated), Jupiter Middle School (A-rated) and Jupiter (A-rated) and Dwyer (B-rated) High Schools. For the college student, the northern branch of Florida Atlantic University and the Honors College are close by.

Contact Sandra Cass for a private showing at (561) 762-4757.

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The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency: An Asset to Delray Beach Businesses

The city of Delray Beach promotes city and economic growth through attracting new businesses and supporting existing businesses. The linchpin of the city’s efforts to assist businesses is the Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (the CRA). The CRA serves as a resource for existing as well as new business owners in the CRA District and it also aggressively works to recruit new businesses to the city of Delray Beach. The activities of the CRA are emblematic of the aggressive and active steps being taken by the to attract businesses, improve the physical environment and the economy within the CRA district. This only results in positive results for Delray Beach homeowners because, as the business climate in their city improves, housing prices and Delray Beach’s attractiveness as a place to buy a home increase as well. Continue reading…

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Moving Your Business to Delray Beach: The Congress Avenue Corridor

Congress Avenue Corridor in Delray BeachThe city of Delray Beach is unique among South Florida communities in that it offers numerous areas in which a business owner looking to relocate can establish or reestablish his or her business. The Congress Avenue Corridor in Delray Beach is an area that the city’s government has targeted for development in attracting new businesses. The city of Delray Beach has done so by setting aside funds to provide to business owners who relocate to the area and providing assistance and economic incentives to relocating businesses. These incentives include grants, promises to build green spaces for relocating businesses as well as a number of other incentives. Business owners considering moving their business would be wise to consider Delray Beach’s Congress Avenue Corridor for the relocation of their business. Continue reading…

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Why Move Your Business to Downtown Delray Beach

Move business to delray beachDelray Beach offers a friendly climate in a location that is convenient for any type of business. Any business owner looking to move or relocate his or her business to South Florida should first look to downtown Delray Beach due to the area’s many grant and other programs available for through the city’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) as well as the many amenities offered in downtown Delray Beach. Delray Beach offers a business climate that is supported by the local government, with the CRA offering numerous types of grants and other financing incentives for businesses, which relocate to Delray Beach. In addition, Delray Beach offers a gateway to all of South Florida, one of the most heavily populated areas in the country and more than 6 million potential customers strong. Its location in South Florida can also serve as an entry point to international markets in Central and South America and the Caribbean, with some of the country’s largest ports and airports in close proximity to the city. If you are a business owner who is looking to move your business to South Florida, then consider downtown Delray Beach, where you will find an environment geared for your personal success and the success of your business.  Continue reading…

Posted in: Delray Beach Tagged: Business Owners, Community Redevelopment Agency, CRA, Downtown Delray Beach

Why Move to Delray Beach

Move to Delray BeachDelray Beach is a true gem within the urban sprawl that constitutes much of South Florida.   The city has a long and rich history of an artistic tradition. That vibrant artistic tradition continues today, with a number of theaters, playhouses and other artistic venues that offer culture rivaling anywhere in South Florida. Delray Beach offers some of the most beautiful public beaches in the state. It also has outdoor recreational opportunities to fit anyone’s lifestyle, from professional tennis and golf, to hiking trails. Delray Beach is a perfect choice for anyone looking to relocate to the South Florida area full time or for the potential part-time resident looking for a home away from the winter snow and cold in much of the United States. Continue reading…

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