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Buying a Home on the South Palm Beach County Coast: Boca Raton to Manalapan

The southern coast of Palm Beach County runs from Boynton Beach down to the Broward line. It includes some of the county's best-known beach towns and a handful of tiny oceanfront municipalities with very  limited inventory. Here is how the main options compare for buyers. Boca Raton Boca Raton offers Mizner Park, top-rated schools, beach condos and large country club communities in the west. Browse homes for sale in Boca Raton to compare east and west Boca. Delray Beach Delray Beach is known for Atlantic Avenue, its walkable downtown and a strong mix of historic homes and 55+ communities. See Delray Beach homes for sale . Boynton Beach Boynton Beach has an Intracoastal marina district on the east side and many gated communities to the west. View Boynton Beach real estate listings . Highland Beach Highland Beach is a narrow oceanfront town between Boca Raton and Delray Beach, made up mostly of condos and estate homes on the water. Check Highland Beach condos and homes for sale . Hy...

Selling a Home in Lantana, FL: A Seller's Guide to the Coastal Market

Lantana is a small coastal town squeezed between Lake Worth Beach and Boynton Beach, with its own  stretch of beach, a marina district and a lot of character homes from the 1950s through the 1970s. Homes here attract buyers who want to be near the water without paying Palm Beach prices. That also means Lantana sellers face buyers who look closely at age, condition and insurance costs. What makes a Lantana listing different Many Lantana homes are older, and some sit in or near flood zones east of Dixie Highway. Buyers will ask about the roof, the electrical panel, the plumbing and whether the home has had a four-point inspection. Sellers who answer those questions up front tend to get cleaner offers and fewer surprises during the inspection period. Waterfront and near-water homes also attract a different buyer from inland houses near Lantana Road and Hypoluxo Road. Pricing and marketing should reflect which of those buyers you are trying to reach. Start with a real value, not a gues...

5 Things to Know Before Buying a Home in Lake Worth, FL

 Lake Worth Beach and the surrounding Palm Beach County area offer some of the best value on Florida's east coast. Before you start touring homes, here are five things local buyers should know, shared by Pure Equity Realty US , a Lake Worth real estate brokerage led by broker Onias Derilus. 1. Get pre-approved first Sellers in South Florida take pre-approved buyers more seriously, and knowing your budget early saves time. 2. Budget for insurance Flood and windstorm coverage can change your monthly costs a lot. Get quotes before you make an offer. 3. Check HOA rules and fees Many condos and communities have HOA fees, rental limits and pet rules. Read them early. 4. Look at flood zones Check the property's flood zone and elevation, since it affects both insurance and resale. 5. Work with a local broker A local agent knows the neighborhoods, pricing and inventory. If you're buying or selling in Lake Worth, Wellington, Greenacres or West Palm Beach, contact Pure Equity Realty ....