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Boca Raton, FL Real Estate News

By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
Many of my customers come from other parts of the country like New York and they often ask me if they need an attorney to attend their closing here in Boca Raton, Florida.  I explain to them that title companies handle the closings down here and unless there are special circumstances you usually won't find one necessary. With a good agent and title company everything is taken care of. I also tell them that if they want one just to feel comfortable and have peace of mind than maybe its worth having one but not necessary. I remember when I came down here I thought it was very strange not to use an attorney for something as important as the purchase of a home but after the closing I felt better after I saw how the process worked.
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By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
I can't think of a better time than right now to buy property in Boca Raton. If you are looking for that second home now is the time.  Why not buy something while the buying is good even if you rent it out for a couple of years before you start using it?  People are getting great value in all price ranges and after the market turns these people will be the winners. We have alot of inventory and you can get a really great deal on a mortgage as long as you have good credit.  Many people who couldn't normally afford the Boca area now can because of the current market!  Get in while you can.  Remember what it feels like to say "I should have bought then"?  If you buy now you won't have to feel that way.  Do your research and take action.
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By Highland Beach Condos David Serle, Boca Raton Agent David Serle
(RE/MAX Services)
              NEW FLORESTA New Floresta consists of nearly 200 single family homes all from the mediterranean and spanish colonial style.  These styles present a unique divulgence into one of the most sought after communities in Boca Raton.  Neslted between the Town Center Mall and some of the most amazing parks and recreation makes for a perfect Central Boca location.  From the moment you drive into New Floresta you notice the character of the homes, and the neighborhood.  You will find many neighbors walking their dogs, taking a family walk, and adults and children playing outside their home.  New Floresta has that real community feel that you do not see in many communities in Boca Raton.  Between the Happy hour block parties, and the July 4th get togethers New Floresta is a great pl...
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By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
One of the most forgotten about subdivisions in beautiful Boca Raton is Hidden Valley, which is located in the northeast part of town.  It is one of the most convenient subdivisions with easy access to shopping, recreation and the highway.  Being that its not gated there is no HOA to worry about and prices range anywhere from around $300k to over 1 million. Its just perfect for first time home buyers with access to great public and private schools. With just a short drive you are at just about any store you can think of.  The northeast part of town is the last part of Boca to be built out and plans are in the works to do just that with the new Boca Village Redevelopement Project that will one day rival Mizner Park.  When house hunting don't overlook one of the nicest neighborhoods in Bo...
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By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
Below is a list of some of the private schools that can be found in the Boca Raton area. 1. Spanish River Christian School  561.994.5006 2. Advent Lutheran School   561.395.3635 3. Pope John Paul II High School  561.994.8998 4. Boca Raton Christian School  561.391.2727 5. Saint Joan of Arc School  561.392.7974 6. Saint Paul Lutheran School  561.395.8548 7. Saint Andrew's School  561.210.2000 8. Pine Crest Preparatory School  561.852.2800 9. Grandview Preparatory School  561.416.9737 There are others and Boca has great public schools as well.  Another great reason to move to Boca!  
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By Jason A. Kapit, Esq.
(Keller Williams Realty Professionals)
Abe & Louie's is Boca Raton's "IT" steakhouse, FOR THE MOMENT!  The city is notorious for landing phenomenal eateries only to see them fade away to everyone's dismay.  I certainly hope that is not the case for Abe & Louie's because it is quickly becoming my favorite steakhouse in all of South Florida and I have been to just about all of them. Upon entry, you KNOW it's a steak house.  Rich woodsy tones, dark colors, stark white tablecloths, perfect lighting all set the stage for what a traditional steakhouse should be.  The hosts are there to greet you instantly, are very accommodating, although it is almost certain that they will escort you to the bar for at least one token cocktail before seating you.  Nevertheless, the system works.  Find a spot at a very cozy and active bar with grea...
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By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
The luxury market in Boca Raton continues to do well as people from all over the world continue to choose this area for their second or third homes. The location is a big draw with easy access to the Boca Raton Executive Airport and your only 20 minutes from Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach Airports. Enjoy entertainment and dining hotspots such as Mizner Park and Royal Palm Place.  Just a short drive puts you in City Place up in West Palm Beach or Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale. If your looking for the ultimate paradise be sure to check out Boca Raton where people are getting great values even in the luxury market.
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By Marilyn Farber Jacobs, Marilyn Knows the Country Clubs, Waterfront and Pa
(Weichert Realtors, Heath & Joseph)
  The Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club is Boca Raton's prestigious signature address, offering world-class sporting amenities and 24-hour security. The Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club is Boca Raton's prestigious signature address, offering world-class sporting amenities and 24-hour security. The Country Club features an 18-hole golf course, clubhouse, golf and tennis facilities and social and dining activities, but country club equity is not required.   For more information and photos, see http://RoyalPalmYachtandCCHomesforSale.blogspot.com, and at http://www.MarilynJacobs.com go to EXPLORE THE AREA.  Scroll down and click on this community for a lot of pix and info. If you are looking to compare Boca Schools, while all are A-Rated, you can find details about classes and activities at h...
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By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
The luxury home market in Boca Raton continues to be active as people from around the world search out properties in this tropical retreat.  Below are the numbers for April. These numbers are based on a minimum list price of 1 million dollars.There are currently 648 luxury homes available in Boca Raton ranging in price from $1,000,000 up to $24,900,000.  16 properties sold ranging in price from $1,100,000 up to $5,250,000. 16 properties were placed under ontract in April. 
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By Ignazio "Iggy" Lena
(Lehmann Realty Team)
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By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
Many of my customers, especially the ones from up North often ask me about the beginnings of Boca. The earliest known inhabitants of the Boca Raton area were the Tequesta Indians, who lived in communities near the ocean as long ago as one thousand years up until the eighteenth century.  The construction of the Florida East Coast Canal (which is todays inter-coastal waterway) and the Florida East Coast Railway in the 1890's made the area accessible to the first pioneers.  By the early 1900's Boca was a tiny farming community which specialized in growing pineapples.  These farmers were made up of a group of Japanese immigrants under the leadership of Mr. Joseph Sakai, who formed a community along what is today Yamato Road in 1904.  In 1925 the town of Boca Raton became incorporated at the...
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By Caesar Parisi, Champagne & Parisi
(Champagne & Parisi)
Great news for Realtors and developers in South Florida! There are more potential buyers and sales are starting to gather momentum. A recent article in the Palm Beach Post stated that one real estate agency sold 20 homes in the Valencia Pointe community, which caters to active adults. In addition, over 1,700 people attended the grand opening of Portosol in Royal Palm Beach.   It was the most successful sales launch of any new-home project in Palm Beach with over 40 new homes being sold in just 3 months.  Many Realtors attribute the demand picking up in large part to the number of buyer incentives available in today's tough market. The market also seems to be more realistic in regards to pricing.    Currency exchange benefits are resulting in foreign investors grabbing some fantastic rea...
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By Dorine Wollangk
(The K Company of Realtors, LLC )
Dorine Wollangk 561-350-3838 Office 954-784-5200Short Sale subject to lender approval. 3BR 2 1/2 BA townhouse. Updated, newer appliances, washer & dryer in unit.Screened Porch for BBQ's. Low HOA fees, nice ammenities, pool clubhouse, exercise room. South Boca location, convenient highway access, close to shopping. Easy to show, motivated seller, bring all offers. Contact Dorine 561-350-3838 or Listing office 954-784-5200.
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By Joseph Santini, Luxury Waterfront Expert
(Mizner Grande Realty - Boca Raton, Florida Waterfront Expert)
I am working with alot of buyers right now and many of them are really getting great deals. Many of these people would not even be looking in the Boca Raton or Highland Beach area unless the market was like it is right now. They would not have been able to afford it.  Now is the time to live where you want to live.  Why not take advantage of a total buyers market.  Do it while you can because like all great things it won't last forever.  
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By Karina Kfuri Leal, ABR®, SRES®, PSA, Sales, Rentals & Prop. Manag. - FALO PORTUGUES!
(Leal USA Realty 561-350-3503 ( FALO PORTUGUES))
Road Cyclist's of South FloridaRoad cyclist welcome! Got a road bike and can't find a group to ride with? Welcome again. We are not in Colorado, we're in flat country...so let's ride and train in Florida! But, we have hills, believe it or not. Check out our ride and see for yourself.The purpose of this group is to road cycle. We'll tackle anywhere anyone wants to ride. Want to do bridges? We got em. Want to do the Everglades...yep. We can even head north and do major meetups. You tell me where you want to ride and we will try to do it.Beginner, Intermediate and the opportunity to ride with advanced riders!Road Ride from Mizner Park to Lauderdale-by-the-SeaSaturday, April 5, 2008 at 8:00AMRoad Bike Ride: Mizner Park Boca - Ft Lauderdale - Mizner ParkMeetup at 8:00 am on top floor of the ...
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By Karina Kfuri Leal, ABR®, SRES®, PSA, Sales, Rentals & Prop. Manag. - FALO PORTUGUES!
(Leal USA Realty 561-350-3503 ( FALO PORTUGUES))
Road Cyclist's of South FloridaRoad cyclist welcome! Got a road bike and can't find a group to ride with? Welcome again. We are not in Colorado, we're in flat country...so let's ride and train in Florida! But, we have hills, believe it or not. Check out our ride and see for yourself.The purpose of this group is to road cycle. We'll tackle anywhere anyone wants to ride. Want to do bridges? We got em. Want to do the Everglades...yep. We can even head north and do major meetups. You tell me where you want to ride and we will try to do it.Beginner, Intermediate and the opportunity to ride with advanced riders!Road Ride from Mizner Park to Lauderdale-by-the-SeaSaturday, April 5, 2008 at 8:00AMRoad Bike Ride: Mizner Park Boca - Ft Lauderdale - Mizner ParkMeetup at 8:00 am on top floor of the ...
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By Karina Kfuri Leal, ABR®, SRES®, PSA, Sales, Rentals & Prop. Manag. - FALO PORTUGUES!
(Leal USA Realty 561-350-3503 ( FALO PORTUGUES))
Road Cyclist's of South FloridaRoad cyclist welcome!  Got a road bike and can't find a group to ride with?  Welcome again.  We are not in Colorado, we're in flat country...so let's ride and train in Florida!  But, we have hills, believe it or not.  Check out our ride and see for yourself.The purpose of this group is to road cycle.  We'll tackle anywhere anyone wants to ride.  Want to do bridges?  We got em.   Want to do the Everglades...yep.  We can even head north and do major meetups. You tell me where you want to ride and we will try to do it.Beginner, Intermediate and the opportunity to ride with advanced riders!Road Ride from Mizner Park to Lauderdale-by-the-SeaSaturday, April 5, 2008 at 8:00AMRoad Bike Ride: Mizner Park Boca - Ft Lauderdale - Mizner ParkMeetup at 8:00 am on top fl...
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By Highland Beach Condos David Serle, Boca Raton Agent David Serle
(RE/MAX Services)
 It looks as if homes in Boca Raton have started to pick up.  The number of transactions have increased, the showings have increased, and pending contracts have all increased. Although I believe prices may still decline we are definitely in the "Good Buy" stage, and there has been so many buyers sitting on their hands that are coming into the market.  The very bad winter in the northeast, and midwest have helped South Florida's real estate market .  Sunny South Florida is still the place to call home.  Boca Raton has amazing beaches, incredible parks, a great school system, and now what are more affordable home prices. 
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By Highland Beach Condos David Serle, Boca Raton Agent David Serle
(RE/MAX Services)
 It looks as if homes in Boca Raton have started to pick up.  The number of transactions have increased, the showings have increased, and pending contracts have all increased. Although I believe prices may still decline we are definitely in the "Good Buy" stage, and there has been so many buyers sitting on their hands that are coming into the market.  The very bad winter in the northeast, and midwest have helped South Florida's real estate market .  Sunny South Florida is still the place to call home.  Boca Raton has amazing beaches, incredible parks, a great school system, and now what are more affordable home prices. 
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By Sandy Pitchford, Palm Beach, Jupiter, Tequesta Real Estate
(Distinct Estates)
Catalina at the Polo Club located in Boca Raton offers beautiful townhomes either on the first floor or second floor. Catalina offers 2 and three bedroom townhomes with a one car garage. Catalina offers a community pool as well as beautiful lakefront views. With all the amazing amenities of the Polo Club such as 2 golf courses, tennis courts, spa, and fitness center; Catalina in the Polo Club is the gateway to such great amenities. Located in Palm Beach Florida, Boca Raton has so much to offer.
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