Boca Raton is Palm Beach County's southernmost and most international city — a luxury market famous for the Boca Raton Resort & Club, championship golf, and world-class education from Florida Atlantic University to the Boca-area private schools.
Boca Raton is Palm Beach County's southernmost and most international city — a luxury market famous for the Boca Raton Resort & Club, championship golf, and world-class education from Florida Atlantic University to the Boca-area private schools. The market spans from ultra-luxury Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club estates to entry-level condos west of I-95.
Vibe: Luxury, resort-style, family.
Boca Raton sits within Palm Beach County, one of South Florida's most active real estate markets. Boca Raton is a luxury market, with single-family pricing among the higher tiers in the county. Inventory tends to be tight, and well-priced properties move quickly. Buyers should be prepared to act decisively, while sellers benefit from professional pricing strategy and high-end marketing. For a broader view of how Boca Raton compares to other Palm Beach County cities, visit our Palm Beach County overview or complete cities list.
Whether you're buying your first home in Boca Raton, selling a long-time residence, or looking for an investment property, our team brings local knowledge of every neighborhood, school zone, and submarket. Explore buyer services, view our seller strategy, or get a free home value estimate for your Boca Raton property.
Boca Raton is composed of 6 primary neighborhoods and subdivisions. Here's a quick guide to each — local character, price tier, and what makes them distinct.
Boca's most prestigious gated waterfront community; estates from $5M to $30M+.
Walkable downtown lifestyle district with luxury condos above ground-floor retail.
Country club community west of Florida's Turnpike with 4 championship golf courses.
Historic Addison Mizner-designed neighborhood with Mediterranean estates.
Gated luxury community with golf course and single-family estates.
Newer GL Homes luxury gated community west of I-95 with resort-style amenities.
Schools serving Boca Raton families. Florida Department of Education grades shown reflect the 2023-24 academic year — school zoning can change, so we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific property before making an offer.
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Quick answers to the most common questions we get from buyers, sellers, and investors.
As of recent 2024 estimates, the median single-family home price in Boca Raton is approximately $715,000, with an average price per square foot around $405/sqft. Luxury and waterfront properties command premium pricing well above this median; entry-level inventory still exists west of major coastal corridors. For current MLS-based pricing in a specific Boca Raton neighborhood, contact Divito Real Estate Group for a free, no-obligation market analysis.
Top schools serving Boca Raton include Spanish River Community High (Florida DOE grade A, Public 6-12 magnet); Boca Raton Community High (Florida DOE grade A, Public 9-12); Calusa Elementary (Florida DOE grade A, Public K-5); Saint Andrew's School (Private PK-12 (Episcopal)). (Florida Department of Education school grades reflect the 2023-24 academic year.) School zones can change; we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific Boca Raton property before you make an offer.
Average drive time from Boca Raton to West Palm Beach runs approximately 10-40 minutes; Miami is 60-90 minutes south via I-95. South Florida traffic varies significantly by time of day and route. Brightline rail also provides commuter service between major coastal cities for buyers who prefer to skip I-95 traffic.
Florida property tax averages approximately 1.0% of assessed value statewide. Combined Palm Beach County millage rates (county + city + school district + special districts) are typical of South Florida. Homestead Exemption can reduce taxable value by up to $50,000 for primary residences. Many luxury and gated communities carry HOA fees ranging from $300 to $1,500+ monthly depending on amenity level. For specific tax estimates on a Boca Raton property, contact our team — we'll pull the actual assessed value and current millage rate.
Popular Boca Raton neighborhoods include Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club, Mizner Park, Boca West, Old Floresta, and St. Andrews Country Club. Each has a distinct character, price tier, and amenity profile — see the Neighborhoods section above for details on each, or contact our team for help matching your priorities to the right Boca Raton neighborhood.
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