Meridian

The northern border of the Boca Raton Downtown extends from Federal highway in the west down fifteen hundred meters to the A1A (i.e., the beach) on East Palmetto Road. On the corner of the latter and the Atlantic Ocean (across the road) stands The Meridian, Boca Raton - a thirty-one luxury condo building rising five floors and ranging from 2000 to 3800 sq. ft. under air (UA). It's a memorable landmark demarcating the northeastern corner of the iconic area's one square mile. From this point, moving a mile south along the beach, we meet the Boca Resort and Club at the southeastern corner alongside super-luxury condos - Royal Palm Residences. Going directly west until you hit the southwestern corner (back at Federal), you'll find the one-of-seven global Mandarin Oriental Residences that have raised the city's stature to another level. Finally, in the middle of the four corners, the three-tower complex Alina stands proud with the best of the city's condo communities overlooking the Boca Resort's fairways, as does Townsend Place a little way up the road.

Condos for sale in the Meridian, a boutique building, compete head-on against the five condominium community brands mentioned above and a sixth - Tower 155. In our opinion (based on years of experience transacting assets in Downtown Boca Raton), this is how it shakes out:

• Opus South (the developers in 2007) imprinted a unique European theme - from the outside l(looking in) and through every unit.
• The attention to detail in the architecture cannot help but impress any home buyer who values class, distinction, and elegance.
• South Beach Park, the pivot point for a stunning stretch of pristine beaches, is no more than twenty steps across the way.
• When you buy a Meridian in Boca Raton condo, you're letting yourself into a world of extraordinary privacy, each unit accessible by its own exclusive elevator.
• The internal spaces with ten-foot ceilings cannot be described in any other way than "majestic," leading out to expansive terraces from different rooms.
• As wealthy condo buyers would expect, Meridian condos for sale feature gourmet kitchens, distinctive wooden cabinetry, exotic granite, and marble countertops. Also, they provide space-age metal appliances - emphasized by a built-in 48" Sub-Zero refrigerator, 30" double oven, and a 36" gas cooktop and hood.
• Similar imported wood, marble, glass, faucet, and shower materials run through the models to the bedroom areas with great walk-in closets and relaxation-centric bathrooms.
• Although fifteen years old, impact hurricane windows and doors come standard, as do high-efficiency central a/c and fire/smoke detection systems (including sprinklers). An HOA-funded satellite package covers local & national channels plus aligns high-speed internet wiring in every unit.

Meridian Condos For sale

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$2,300,000

MLS#R10833758
1 N Ocean Boulevard 403
Boca Raton, FL 33432

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1 N Ocean Boulevard 402
Boca Raton, FL 33432

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h4>Meridian in Boca Raton Amenities

In keeping with the construction's European flavor, residents and visitors enter through an impressive lobby that exudes an unforgettable atmosphere (under a magnificent dome-shaped ceiling and an imposing French crystal chandelier). In addition, the community provides:

• Full-time concierge, doorman, administration, and valet services.
• Bike storage.
• Pet friendly.
• Billiards, games, and social rooms; library, and movie theater.
• A high-tech business center.
• A fully-equipped fitness center.
• Resort-like pool, sundeck, and Spa.
• Ample garage parking for all residents.
• Security of the highest order governed by a sophisticated camera system and monitored electronic access to each residence.
• Premium Boca Beach Club membership gives seamless access to its exclusive Spa Palazzo, Yacht and Tennis Club, and championship golf courses.

Everything you see above converges on a compelling package. However, one significant disappointment for potential home buyers is that so few condos offer ocean views, other than glimpses of the sea or nothing. So close, and yet so far. Indeed, if the tower reached ten floors, we wouldn't raise the issue, but it's a drawback in our view. Another problem: HOA fees start around $2200 and go into the mid-$3000s. Simultaneously, the market reflects valuations between $550 per square foot to $999 (UA), with only the odd transaction breaking the $1000 per square foot barrier in the hot Boca Raton 2022 real estate market. 

By contrast, others mentioned above, even with high HOA fees, consistently sell at substantially higher prices. We can only conclude, currently in 2022, the audience views the maintenance charge as too high for the benefits offered.

Still, its location is superb, linked to a good school district (see below). In addition, the Meridian location offers easy connection to international airports, and is within walking distance to a vast array of restaurants, high-end shopping at Mizner Park and Royal Palm centers, and every city convenience one can think of.

Boca Raton real estate lifestyles arrive in several shapes and colors. Our professional agents know all of them like the back of our hands. Did you know that single-family home options exist in unguarded but safe Intracoastal (and canals) communities with minimal or zero HOA fees? You can move into a custom-built contemporary house (or ultra-modern) starting at $2.5 million with a boat dock in your backyard. Let us help you review neighborhoods like Golden Harbour, Sun And Surf or Royal Palm Yacht Club.

Moving west, we can take you through many golf communities like Woodfield Country Club, Addison Reserve, and Polo Club, which provide lavish amenities, starting at under $700,000 for SF homes. Note that entry to these communities connects to $100,000 (plus) non-refundable equity payments and HOA fees of around $5000 monthly. However, for your money, you get golf links, security, tennis, fitness, valet, restaurants, and resort-like pools without leaving the community.

Then there are fantastic modern home communities with HOA costs under $1000 monthly like Mediterrania, Royal Palm Polo, and more west of Jog in Boca Bridges, Seven Bridges, and Lotus (all Toll Brothers and GL Homes developments). The prices start at $1.5 million for 3000 square feet (UA) with access to avant-garde amenities that rival Meridian’s. Also, it's worthwhile looking at more dated but still luxurious gated tennis neighborhoods like Newport Bay Club and Seasons, where the home prices are under $1 million alongside low HOA fees (e.g., less than $500 monthly in some cases).

Estate home communities like Le Rivage, Long Lake Estates, Le Lac, or Fieldbrook Estates (starting at $2 million with relatively low HOA fees) offer arguably the ultimate in security, luxury, and privacy anywhere in Boca Raton - along with space. Finally, don't forget the other downtown communities (highlighted above) if you’ve decided not to venture further out. We're the premier advisors to a spectrum of international and local homebuyers and sellers, so contact us if you want to save time and avoid aggravation.