By Brian Wilder, Wilder Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty
Villa del Mar Boca Raton Homes for Sale: The Short Answer
Villa del Mar homes for sale are rare right now. This gated, mandatory-HOA community in Boca Raton, FL 33433 was built in 1978 to 1980, and zero homes are actively listed. Only 3 homes closed here in the 12 months through October 4, 2026, for $685,000 to $788,000 (Flexmls, listed there as "Villas Del Mar"). That is a thin sample, so treat it as a starting point, not a quote. You can check individual sales at the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser.
Why the Build Year Changes Your Inspection List
Every Villa del Mar record in Flexmls shows a 1978 to 1980 build year. Homes from that era bring a short list of items worth checking before you write an offer:
- Polybutylene plumbing. It was common in homes built from the late 1970s through the early 1990s, and insurers increasingly flag it.
- Older electrical panels. Federal Pacific and Zinsco panels have a history of recalls and insurance pushback.
- Roof age and HVAC age. Get both from permit records, not the listing description.
- Foundation review. Older stock earns a second look at the foundation.
Pull the permit history to confirm the exact build year for the address you are considering instead of assuming it from the neighborhood's general age.
HOA Due Diligence Before You Offer
Mandatory HOA means you need the community's financials before you are too far into the process to walk away cleanly. Ask for the current dues amount. The three closed sales in the last 12 months showed association fees of $250 to $325 a month, which may not reflect today's rate. Ask for the reserve study and its funding percentage, and whether any special assessments are pending or have come up at recent board meetings. An underfunded reserve today often means an assessment is coming, and that cost belongs in your offer, not in a surprise after closing. Confirm the gate type too, manned or unmanned, since it affects both the monthly fee and daily life. Verify school zones for the exact address at palmbeachschools.org instead of relying on a listing description.
Not sure what to ask for on an older HOA community like this one? The Wilder Way Home buyer's guide covers it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What year was Villa del Mar in Boca Raton built?
Every Flexmls record for Villa del Mar shows a 1978 to 1980 build year. Confirm the exact year for any specific home through Palm Beach County permit records before making an offer.
Is Villa del Mar a 55+ community?
Confirm that directly with the HOA or your agent before assuming either way. Age-restriction status varies among Boca Raton communities from this era, and getting it wrong can derail your financing or your plans.
How many Villa del Mar homes for sale are there right now?
As of October 4, 2026, zero homes were actively listed in Villa del Mar, and only 3 had closed in the prior 12 months, at $685,000 to $788,000 (Flexmls). Want to know the moment something lists? The Wilder Way Home buyer's guide gets you started, and a call with Brian gets you on the watch list.
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What should I budget for Villa del Mar HOA dues?
The three closed sales in the last 12 months showed fees of $250 to $325 a month, but dues can change and may vary by section. Ask the association for the current dues statement and reserve study rather than relying on a closed-sale figure.
Does Villa del Mar have polybutylene plumbing?
Homes built in 1978 to 1980 commonly used polybutylene piping, which insurers increasingly flag and some lenders scrutinize. A plumbing inspection that specifically checks for it belongs in your due diligence on any Villa del Mar home.
What other Boca Raton communities are worth comparing to Villa del Mar?
If you are weighing Villa del Mar against other established Boca Raton HOA communities, our Whisper Walk guide covers comparable build-era questions and fee structures. For more areas nearby, see our Southern Palm Beach County community guides, or browse the full guide hub.
Selling Your Current Home Too?
If moving to Villa del Mar means selling a home you already own first, we can coordinate both sides so you are not carrying two mortgages or losing a home you want while you wait on your own sale. A quick, no-obligation valuation is the right place to start: Get Your Home Valuation.
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Ready When Something Lists
With only 3 sales in 12 months and nothing active right now, Villa del Mar rewards the buyer who is ready to move when a home does list. Start with the guide, then book a call so we know what you are looking for.
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Wilder Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty
Brian Wilder, Keller Williams Realty: 561-201-4717
Lucy López (Español), Keller Williams Realty: 561-285-8809
Fifth-generation Palm Beach County resident, second-generation agent, licensed since 1998, in business since 1996, 1,500+ closed transactions (team total).
Equal Housing Opportunity. Market figures come from Flexmls and public records and may change.