Wellington Aero Club: The South Florida Airpark Where Luxury Real Estate Meets Runway Living

Tucked behind manicured hedges and swaying palm trees in Wellington, Florida, lies a neighborhood with a secret—one that flies just under the radar. At first glance, the Wellington Aero Club looks like any upscale South Florida enclave: sprawling estates, lush landscaping, and a peaceful vibe. But wait for it—a Gazelle helicopter zips overhead barely clearing the treetops, and suddenly, the neighborhood’s true identity is revealed: Welcome to one of the most prestigious aviation real estate communities in the country.

This is Wellington Aero Club, a private airpark community in Palm Beach County, where the buzz of propellers and the shimmer of wingtips are as common as the Ferraris in the driveway. A 4,000-foot paved asphalt runway runs through the heart of the neighborhood, with 12 private taxiways leading directly from homes to private hangars. It’s not just fly-in, fly-out—this is land, live, and lift-off luxury.

A Hidden Gem for Aviators

About eight years ago, the Aero Club's turf runway was paved, opening the skies to light jets and transforming the community into a hotspot for serious flyers. Since then, it's taken off—literally. “We have at least three Pilatus jets, multiple Cirrus aircraft, a dozen helicopters, and even some warbirds,” says Kirsten Kopp, an Aero Club resident, licensed pilot, and real estate broker who specializes in hangar homes for sale in the area.

“This is an aviator’s dream,” Kirsten adds. “You can leave your front door, roll down your taxiway, and be in the Bahamas with your feet in the sand in under an hour.”

Real Estate That Soars

With only 27 true runway homes, and around 100 hangar homes, Wellington Aero Club properties are among the most coveted pieces of aviation real estate in South Florida. “The closer you are to the runway, the more aspirational the home,” Kirsten explains. These homes don’t just come with hangars—they come with lifestyle.

A lot of the older smaller hangars built when this community was started in the 1980s are now being torn down to make way for state of the art construction: Many of these renovated hangar homes feature two-story hangars with apartments or office space above, perfect for owners who want to live, work, and fly all from one place. Think of it as your personal aviation compound, complete with oversized viewing windows where you can admire your jet like it’s a piece of art. 

Hangar Homes Currently for Sale at Wellington Aero Club

Kirsten currently represents two hangar homes for sale in the Aero Club, each offering rare access to one of the few residential runways in the region. Whether you're flying a Cirrus, a Citation, or a classic taildragger, owning a property here means freedom, luxury, and unparalleled convenience.

“These homes are incredibly unique," she says. "They’re not just for pilots—they’re for people who want to live differently, who want to fuse lifestyle with passion, and who understand the beauty of walking from your living room to your aircraft. Hangar homes start at around $3 million and go up from there.”

Want to See for Yourself?

Kirsten, who runs a YouTube channel dedicated to aviation real estate, frequently tours these homes by air and shares fly-in views, hangar layouts, and behind-the-scenes insights into life in South Florida's premier fly-in community. From takeoff to touchdown, her clients get the full experience. You can check out one of her hangar home tours here: https://youtu.be/EZdngs1B01Q

Whether you’re a seasoned aviator, a jet-setting entrepreneur, or simply someone looking for a rare piece of Florida luxury real estate, the Wellington Aero Club is more than a neighborhood—it’s a lifestyle with altitude. 

If you would like to see what is currently on the market in this unique neighborhood, you can contact Kirsten at 404.713.4011 or kirsten@kopprealestate.