Old Floresta in Boca Raton often gets confused with the New Floresta neighborhood located further west in the city's center. However, they have no relationship other than representing unique communities in this South Floridian city. Indeed, Old Floresta stands out as an exceptional enclave east of I 95 between West Palmetto Park Road and Glades. Its name, which translates to "Old Forest," clues us into the exotic tropical foliage, swaying palms, and picturesque Cypress trees that fill the gardens and common areas. Moreover, it creates a stunning backdrop to the homes amongst them. Even the street names - Aurelia, Hibiscus, and Oleander - align with arguably the best natural landscaping anywhere in the Boca Raton- Delray corridor.
Visitors and residents entering the non-gated suburb immediately sense the pedigree behind Boca Raton's first officially declared historical district (i.e., registered in 1990). We're passionately excited to tell you more about Homes For sale in Old Floresta, so read on.
Old Floresta, Boca Raton, sits a short distance from the Atlantic Ocean's white sand beaches (only one mile, to be precise). In addition, it's close to high-end shopping in downtown malls, strip centers, hundreds of eateries, and every facility residents expect to find in modern US cities. Finally, homeowners can access nearby parks and places of interest like Boca Raton Children's Museum, Murakami Japanese Gardens, and the Wakodahatchee Wetlands - an immersive, "back to nature" experience.
Each residence is unique in its traditional architecture, influenced by Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial styles. Original homes date back, not in years, but decades, although remodeled (possibly many times) since Addison Mizner initiated the development in 1925. So, twelve luxury home models made to look different with variable exterior facades are not something you'll ever find in Old Floresta. We can safely confirm that no two single-family properties are alike. Still, they do have similarities, providing unmatched character for all of them in combination:
A notable trend is that the area is under substantial redevelopment. Custom builders and well-heeled buyers are zoning in on old houses, knocking them down, then building sleek, avant-garde modern mansions. In other cases, complex renovations have impacted original residences without losing the traditional exterior. Many of the latter contain contemporary chef's kitchens with large islands, stainless steel cabinet-depth refrigerators, dual ovens, and commercial-grade cooktops. These converge on brand names such as Bosch, Wolf, and Sub-Zero.
Some community residences, typically with floor plans of 5000 sq. ft and more, accommodate traditional dining rooms adjacent but distinct from the kitchen and added breakfast nooks - an entertainer's dream setup. Expect to find multiple bedrooms and bathrooms with ensuite layouts, all modernized with exotic and the latest synthetic materials. They can accommodate large families and still have room for staying guests. Outdoor kitchens under customized patios stand adjacent to private pools and spas in the backyard.
Conversely, as mentioned above, the smaller houses under 2000 sq. ft. are prime targets for regeneration (see below for more on this). As a result, the price of Old Floresta real estate ranges between $600 per sq. ft. under air (UA) for a knock-down to over $1000 for a move-in finished modern construction. In summary, we believe it ranks as the most valuable acreage in the city (other than, perhaps, on the ocean and intercoastal).
Another extraordinary feature of Old Floresta is its self-proficiency. Why? Because It offers its residents the tranquility and privacy parallel to the most palatial neighborhoods of Long Island or LA. Indeed, it's for families who don't need the resort-like amenities offered by country clubs (CCs) like Broken Sound or Addison Reserve. Instead, it's more akin to the open spaces of the ungated equestrian community, Horseshoe Acres with five acre lots. Old Floresta invites residents to bike, walk, and jog on its safe streets, regularly patrolled by the local police.
You can buy from a selection of Old Floresta homes for sale (i.e., anywhere from under 2000 sq. ft. to 8000 sq. ft (UA) in size). When you do, you're purchasing a piece of yesteryear - indelible Boca Raton history. Did you know that many famous people were and still are living in this iconic community? For example, Thomas Fleming. The founder of Florida Atlantic University.
Old Floresta is a single family residence community located in Boca Raton Florida with a range of options priced between $1,720,000 and $6,675,000. There are currently a total of 9 Homes for sale, the smallest home currently on the market is a four bedroom two bathroom residence that is 3,458 square feet (2,651SF Under Air) and the largest of the homes currently available is a six bedroom seven bathroom, 8,349 square foot (6,729SF Under Air) residence. In addition there are numerous other communities in Boca Raton to choose from, or you may browse all Boca Raton Real Estate. Homes in Old Floresta are selling quickly, set up a new listing alert and we will notify you immediately when a new listing hits the market. Of course you can always contact your ZFC Real Estate agent who would be happy to assist you further with your search for a Home in Old Floresta Boca Raton.
Where you live in Boca Raton determines which public schools your children may attend, and this in turn effects real estate values. Homes in Old Floresta are zoned for the following Palm Beach County school districts:
