Palm Beach County
West Boca
Boca Raton Schools Without Boca Raton Prices
Overview
West Boca: What Makes It a Good Value
West Boca offers the suburban family lifestyle that Boca Raton is known for: schools rated B+ to A- on Niche, well-maintained HOA communities, and proximity to world-class shopping, at a price point that's significantly lower than east Boca. It's where families go when they want Boca quality without Boca prices.
At $400K–$550K, West Boca is more affordable than east Boca ($685K+ median) with schools rated B+ to A- on Niche and a Boca Raton address. Families get the Boca name on their address, the Boca schools, and the Boca amenities at a much lower price.
Quick Facts
- County
- Palm Beach County
- Median Price
- $400K–$550K
- Flood Risk
- Low
- Nearby
- Boca Raton, Delray Beach
Schools
West Boca schools rate among the highest on this list. Olympic Heights Community High School and Sandpiper Shores Elementary rate B+ to A- on Niche. Palm Beach County Schools serves the area, and there are charter and private school options nearby. The school locator links below show which schools serve a specific address.
Ratings sourced from Niche.com and GreatSchools.org. Always verify school zoning for specific addresses.
See which schools serve a specific address with the Palm Beach County School District school locator or the Broward County Public Schools school locator.
Lifestyle
West Boca is quintessential South Florida suburbia. Well-maintained communities with pools and tennis courts, quiet streets, and proximity to the Town Center at Boca Raton for world-class shopping. Western Palm Beach County nature areas offer hiking and outdoor recreation.
- Town Center at Boca Raton for premium shopping
- Well-maintained HOA communities with amenities
- Nature areas and parks in western Palm Beach County
- Family-oriented suburban atmosphere
- Community pools, tennis courts, and recreation
- Easy access to Florida's Turnpike and I-95
Flood Zones
West Boca is largely inland with lower flood risk than coastal communities. Some areas near retention lakes or canals may be in flood zones, but overall the flood risk is among the lowest on this list. This can mean significantly lower flood insurance costs.
Why West Boca Is a Good Value
- Boca Raton address and school district at $130K–$285K+ less than east Boca
- Highest school ratings on this list (B+ to A- on Niche)
- Low flood risk and lower insurance costs
- Well-maintained HOA communities from the 1980s–2000s
- Proximity to Town Center at Boca Raton
- Suburban family atmosphere with world-class amenities nearby
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