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BOCA RATONHOMES FOR SALE

Average Home Prices
$138k Low
$1.5M Avg
$15.5m High
Home Price Per Square Feet
$144 Low
$420 Avg
$1,606 High
Boca Raton real estate offers an extensive range of housing options for every kind of home buyer. The market offers an immense range of price points as well. As of the time of writing, the average home price in Boca Raton is about $1.5 million, although the market has options as low as $138,000. Homes in Boca Raton are generally spacious and, on the average, feature four to five bedrooms and five to six bedrooms. Even the homes in the lower price point have at least three to four bedrooms and two to three bathrooms. Garage parking is a common feature as well as outdoor living space and gourmet kitchens.

LIVE IN BOCA RATON​

Some say the key to life is balance, and Boca Raton has it right: with a tennis racket during the day and a glass of wine at night.

 

Sitting on the southernmost edge of Palm Beach County, the city of Boca Raton shines. The first half of the day is dedicated to enjoying Boca Raton’s resort-style amenities, spectacular golf courses, and five-mile stretch of beautiful coastline.

 

After sundown, Boca Raton’s Mediterranean Revival streets glimmer under the streetlights. The best restaurants in the city welcome their patrons and the rest of the night can be filled with plenty of arts, culture, and nightlife.Fitness, outdoor recreation, arts and culture— all these attributes make Boca Raton the perfect setting in Southern Florida for a life well-lived.

 

Quick facts about Boca Raton:

 

Local population: 99,805

Total land area: 31.59 square miles

Incorporated: May 26, 1925

 

Mizner Park lifestyle center in downtown Boca Raton, Florida at sunrise. Empty streets and shops view. All business closed at early morning
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BOCA RATON: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE

Boca Raton started out as a small farming community that eventually developed into a cosmopolitan city. Here are some of the most significant events in local history that helped shape Boca Raton into one of the best places to live in South Florida.


Boca Raton’s early days

 

Although Boca Raton was settled by the Europeans in the late 1890s, the area has long been inhabited for at least a thousand years. Historical records suggest that Boca Raton’s earliest inhabitants were part of the Glades Culture and then the Tequesta Indians. They lived in the area until the completion of present-day Intracoastal Waterway was constructed in the 1890s which spurred the arrival of pioneering settlers. By this time, the area was indicated in the maps as Boca Raton.


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In no time at all, these first settlers established Boca Raton as a small agricultural community by the early 20th century, with the local speciality being pineapples. By 1920, the population increased to about 100 people which included Japanese immigrants.

 

They set up a small community located along today’s Yamato Road. But as Southern Florida continued to grow, Boca Raton slowly underwent a transformation from agricultural community to a dream resort city by architect Addison Mizner.


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One of Addison Mizner’s first projects was the Ritz-Carlton Cloister Inn in 1926. Today, it is known as the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Mizner’s plans, however, weren’t fully realized as the land boom fizzled. In addition to the landmark hotel, Boca Raton’s Mediterranean Revival-style architecture is one of Mizner’s lasting and significant contributions.

 

During World War II, Boca Raton became one of the American forces’ military hubs. The Boca Raton Army Airfield was established and served an important role. It was the only place where radar operators were trained. Today, the Airfield is no more. Its grounds now serve as the campus of Florida Atlantic University and the runway is part of the Boca Raton Airport.

 

Another land boom

 

Boca Raton and the rest of South Florida enjoyed another land boom in the 1960s. As a result, the city grew even bigger. It was during this time that the Florida Atlantic University set its campus in Boca Raton. IBM also moved one of its computer facilities in the city in 1967. By the 1970s, the population grew to about 30,000 residents. Meanwhile, the 1980s saw the development of IBM’s first personal computer in Boca Raton.

Unlike the first land boom, this one continued well into the 1980s and 1990s. More projects took place in Boca Raton, such as the redevelopment of several of the city’s downtown corridor. Boca Raton’s luxury resorts and golf courses as well as cultural facilities increased in number. These developments helped Boca Raton earn its nickname: the Beverly Hills of Florida.

Boca raton Average Home Statistics
5 Beds
6 Baths
3,970 Sq. Ft.
2009 Build

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BOCA RATON CONDOS FOR SALE​

The market in a nutshell

 

Boca Raton real estate offers an extensive range of housing options for every kind of home buyer. The market offers an immense range of price points as well. As of the time of writing, the average home price in Boca Raton is about $1.5 million, although the market has options as low as $138,000. Homes in Boca Raton are generally spacious and, on the average, feature four to five bedrooms and five to six bedrooms. Even the homes in the lower price point have at least three to four bedrooms and two to three bathrooms. Garage parking is a common feature as well as outdoor living space and gourmet kitchens.

 

 

Condos for sale in Boca Raton

 

Condos are one of the most popular types of residential real estate in Boca Raton. After all, vertical living is the future, and the higher you go, the better your views. You can opt for a condo in Downtown Boca Raton to be within walking distance of the best shopping and dining in the city or live in an oceanfront condo for easy access to the beach and an endless array of water recreation.

 

Boca Raton’s condo market features a wide variety of styles and amenities. There are reasonably priced options that are perfect for first-time home buyers, mid-range condos, and fully-furnished luxury condos along the waterfront. Whether you are planning to move to Boca Raton permanently or looking to invest in a vacation home, you will surely find a condo in Boca Raton that will pique your interest.

 

Many of the condos for sale in Boca Raton are part of the city’s sought-after gated communities and residential developments. To make your home search easier, I’ll be more than happy to help you find condos for sale in Boca Raton that don’t require membership fees. 

 

To give you a glimpse of Boca Raton’s condo market, here are some of the condo developments in the city:

●     5 Palms

●     Residences at Mandarin Oriental

●     Yacht and Racquet Club

●     Cloister del Mar

●     Sea Ranch Club of Boca

●     Royal Palm Residences

●     Boca Bayou

●     200 East

●     Boca Raton Harbour

●     Esplanade

●     One Thousand Ocean

●     Cloister Beach Towers

●     Stratford Arms

●     Three Thousand South

●     Mizner Grand

For more information about condos for sale in Boca Raton, browse the latest condo listings in the market. You can also contact me at theresa(at)somersetandmain(dotted)com or 586.489.7875.

LIVING IN BOCA RATON​

Outstanding public and private education

 

Boca Raton plays host to a number of top-rated public and private schools as well as centers for higher education. 

 

There are several private schools located in Boca Raton. These include St. Andrews School, a pre-K-12 day and boarding school that’s considered as one of the best private schools in Florida. There is also the Saint John Paul II Academy with its sprawling 30-acre campus and The HARID Conservatory, a ballet professional training high school.

 

The School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) oversees the public education institutions in Boca Raton. Its schools in the city include Suncoast Community High School, the Alexander W. Dreyfoos Junior School of the Arts, Spanish River Community High School, and Boca Raton Community High School. All these aforementioned schools are part of the Top 100 public high schools in Florida according to U.S. News and World Report.

 

Other highly-rated public schools in Boca Raton include the A.D. Henderson University School and the Florida Atlantic University High School, both of which are not part of The School District of Palm Beach County. Both of these schools are located within the campus of the Florida Atlantic University (FAU), which is one of premier institutions of higher learning in Boca Raton. It is also the largest university in the city.

 

Apart from FAU, colleges and universities located in Boca Raton include Everglades University and Lynn University, both of which are private institutions. Palm Beach State College also has a campus in Boca Raton

 

How to get in and around Boca Raton

 

It’s easy to travel in and around this City for All Seasons. You can take one of the public transport available, including the Tri-Rail, which runs from Mangonia Park and all the way down to Miami Airport. You can get on the Tri-Rail via the Yamato Road Tri-Rail station. From there, you can also hop on a free shuttle. These free shuttles have four routes: Boca Center (BR-1), The Park at Broken Sound, Palm Tran Route 94, and Boca Raton Innovation Campus.

 

Another public transport option available in Boca Raton is the Palm Tran bus. These buses ply the length of the major thoroughfares in the city.

 

The City of Boca Raton has also undertaken additional steps to make Boca Raton an even more pedestrian- and bike-friendly city. In addition to dedicated bike lanes and shared paths, Boca Raton now has bicycle lockers throughout the city so you can store your bicycle and accessories safely. 

 

If you’re flying in and out of Boca Raton, there are three major airports that serve the area. The nearest one from Boca Raton is the Palm Beach International Airport, which is approximately a 21-mile drive from the center of the city. The other major airports in the region are Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

 

The best of Boca Raton lifestyle 

 

● Wining and dining in Boca Raton: Boca Raton is filled with culinary talent. You can sample their creations in the best dining spots in the city. Some of the most highly recommended restaurants in Boca Raton include Giuseppe’s Cafe (famous for their family-style Italian meals), Abe and Louie’s for their prime steaks and fine wines, Six Tables for the intimate dining experiences and five-course degustation they offer, and Farmer’s Table for their delicious and organic fare. 

 

● Treats, retail therapy, and more: Some of the best shopping in the entire Palm Beach County can be found in Boca Raton. After all, the city is home to fine retail destinations such as the Town Center at Boca Raton. It hosts a selection of upscale and luxury specialty stores such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Saks Fifth Avenue, Cartier, and Versace. The Shops at Boca also offer high-end shopping and dining, while Mizner Park has cultural offerings alongside its retail and culinary delights. 

 

● Beaches and water recreation: Boca Raton has about five miles of beautiful coastline. Two miles of this stretch are all sandy and lifeguard-protected beaches where you can lay out and enjoy the Florida sun or swim in the cool waters of the Atlantic. Beach parks in Boca Raton include Red Reef Park, South Beach Park, and Spanish River Park. These beach parks are open from sunrise to sunset. For more information, click here. 

 

● Attractions and cultural hotspots: Boca Raton may be well-known for its fitness and lifestyle facilities, but the city boasts a rich and fascinating cultural scene as well. You can see it in the public art as well as the various cultural attractions scattered throughout Boca Raton: Boca Raton Historical Society and MuseumThe Children’s MuseumMizner Park Cultural Arts Center, Boca Raton Museum of Art, and Lynn University – Conservatory of Music, just to name a few. 

 

● Nature and outdoor recreation in Boca Raton: In need of a breather, preferably surrounded by nature? There are plenty of outdoor destinations in and around Boca Raton where you can enjoy some R&R. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is located right within the city. One of the highlights here is that you can help in sea turtle conservation by “adopting” one. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center also has outdoor aquariums, a boardwalk you can explore, and the Ashley Trail and Butterfly Garden. Outside Boca Raton, the vast Everglades National Park awaits. 

 

There’s more to discover and love about Boca Raton, and the best part of it all is that we can explore them together. Get in touch with me today at theresa(at)somersetandmain(dotted)com or 586.489.7875 to start right within the comforts of your current home. 

 

 
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