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Boca Raton Luxury Real Estate: Where Opulence Meets Oceanfront

From $1.5M golf villas in The Oaks to $28M beachfront compounds on Ocean Strand—access off-market inventory before listing

10 faqs about boca raton luxury homes

In Boca Raton, luxury homes start at $1.5M+ and typically feature:

  • Waterfront or golf course locations (especially in Royal Palm Yacht Club or The Oaks)

  • Smart-home technology and hurricane-impact windows

  • Resort-style amenities (private docks, spa bathrooms, wine cellars)

  • Minimum 3,000 sq ft of living space

Top 3 most exclusive areas in 2024:

  1. Ocean Strand – Gated beachfront estates (15M−15M40M)

  2. Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club – Marina-access mansions (avg. $8.1M sale)

  3. Le Lac – Ultra-private compound with only 41 homes (6M−6M25M)

Yes! Best options:

  • The Residences at Mandarin Oriental (2.4M−2.4M5M)

  • Palmetto Promenade (1.8M−1.8M3.2M)

  • Tower 155 (2.1M−2.1M4M)
    Note: Direct oceanfront units start at $4M+.

Community Fee Range Covers
Royal Palm 1,800−1,8004,200/mo Golf, security, marina
The Oaks 1,200−1,2002,500/mo Golf, landscaping
Luxury Condos 1,500−1,5006,000/mo Concierge, beach club

 

  • Boca Raton: ~1.1% of assessed value (22,000/yearon22,000/yearon2M home)

  • Palm Beach: ~1.4% (28,000/yearonsamehome)∗Savings:∗6,000+/year for comparable properties.

Yes! 23% of our luxury buyers are international. Key notes:

  • No citizenship requirements

  • LLC ownership is common for privacy/tax planning

  • 30-50% down payment typically required

  • We partner with cross-border tax specialists

Boca Raton’s yacht dock approval involves 4 key steps and takes 60-90 days on average (as of 2025). Requirements vary by waterway, but here’s the current process:

1. Pre-Application Research

  • Verify Eligibility:

    • Your property must have direct Intracoastal or canal frontage (no lagoons).

    • Maximum dock length: 65’ for homes, 100’ for condos (2025 code).

    • Check your property’s "Upland Owner Consent" status via Boca Raton Waterfront Map.

2. Permit Applications

Submit to 3 agencies (fees: 2,800−2,8005,200 total):

Agency Required For Review Time
Boca Raton EDPA Environmental impact review 30 days
FL DEP State waterways approval 45 days
US Army Corps Federal navigability clearance 60 days

3. Construction Requirements

  • Materials: Only composite decking and stainless steel hardware allowed (2025 sustainability rules).

  • Lighting: Amber LED to protect sea turtles.

  • Slip Size: Minimum 16’ width x 50’ length for yachts.

4. Final Inspections

  • Mandatory checks:

    • Seagrass mitigation (if dredging was required).

    • Electrical safety (GFCI outlets within 6’ of water).

  • The Oaks (250Kinitiation+250Kinitiation+25K/year)

  • Boca West ($175K initiation)

  • Broken Sound (Closed to non-residents in 2024)

Top premium active-adult options:

  • Vi at Palo Alto (Condos from $1.2M)

  • L’Ambiance (High-rise with butler service, $1.5M+)

  • Toscana (Villas with golf access, $1.8M+)

  • January-March: Snowbird sellers motivated before returning north

  • July-August: 12% fewer buyers compete (but less inventory)

  • 2024 Opportunity: New construction condos at 5-10% below 2022 peaks

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Boca Raton, Florida, is celebrated for its opulent lifestyle, immaculate beaches, and exceptional amenities. This coastal city presents a dream destination for golf lovers, featuring vibrant greens, demanding courses, and breathtaking views of the water. Boca Raton offers a golf course that caters to both seasoned professionals and casual players alike.

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