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The Acreage vs Wellington

Two popular FL suburbs of Miami, side by side. Here's how they compare on the metrics that matter most to families.

School rating
7/10
9/10
Commute to Miami
48 min
65 min
Median home price
$480K
$644K
Annual property tax
$5K
$7K
Walk score
8
32
Density
exurban
suburban

Summary: The Acreage leads in 3 of 6 metrics. It edges out on commute to miami, median home price, annual property tax. The best choice depends on your family's priorities.

Character & vibe

The Acreage

Unincorporated Palm Beach County at its most rural. The Acreage/Loxahatchee offers minimum 1.25-acre lots, horses welcome, and a self-sufficient exurban lifestyle unusual for South Florida. Brings you space at surprisingly accessible prices.

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Wellington

The horse capital of the US. The Global Dressage Festival and WEF bring international riders each winter. Palm Beach County SD excellent schools, massive lots, and a planned community unlike any other in Florida.

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Who should pick which?

Pick The Acreage if you...

  • ·Want the shortest commute to Miami
  • ·Need to keep your home budget in check
  • ·Want lower annual property taxes
  • ·Want more space and a quieter pace

Pick Wellington if you...

  • ·Prioritize top-rated schools above all else
  • ·Value walkability and a pedestrian-friendly downtown

Still deciding?

Burbia scores both The Acreage and Wellington — and every other town in the Miami Area — based on your specific commute, budget, and priorities. Not a generic list.

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