How to Find the Best Real Estate Agent in Lakes of Delray, Delray Beach
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In Lakes of Delray: Top Realtors & Agents, recent sales run a median of about $176,000 ($151/sq ft), typically closing in about 92 days — so accurate local pricing and comparable-sales knowledge are what separate a strong Lakes of Delray: Top Realtors & Agents agent from an average one.
Lakes of Delray recorded 12 closings in the last 12 months at a median of $176,000, averaging 92 days on market — the numbers any agent you interview here should already know. This guide covers how to find the top realtors in Lakes of Delray, what makes a great Lakes of Delray real estate agent, the questions to ask before you hire, the current Lakes of Delray market in detail, and how to connect with a proven local expert. See the Lakes of Delray neighborhood guide for homes and lifestyle.
Top realtors in Lakes of Delray: what “top Lakes of Delray real estate agents” actually means
The best Lakes of Delray agents share four things: local sales experience (they’ve actually closed deals here), pricing accuracy built on real comps, marketing that reaches the right buyers, and negotiation that protects your money. In Lakes of Delray, homes can take time to sell (a median of 92 days on market), so marketing reach and negotiation make the difference.
That local nuance is why a Lakes of Delray specialist beats a generalist: they know the streets, the HOAs, the school zones, and what buyers here will and won’t pay for. New to the process? Start with what a real estate agent actually does.
Recent market activity in Lakes of Delray
A great agent works from data, not guesswork. Here’s the current snapshot for Lakes of Delray (from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-10-01):
Market read: Buyer's Market. Use these numbers to pressure-test any agent you interview — a true local will know them cold.
Recent sales in Lakes of Delray
Real homes recently closed in Lakes of Delray — the kind of comps a great local agent prices from:
| Address | Details | Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 15355 Lakes Of Delray Blvd #103 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 1,362 sqft · closed 2026-09-25 | $200,000 |
| 15453 Lakes Of Delray Boulevard #201 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 1,000 sqft · closed 2026-09-24 | $154,500 |
| 15075 Witney Road #112 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 1,362 sqft · closed 2026-09-23 | $240,000 |
| 15492 Lakes Of Delray Boulevard #101 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 940 sqft · closed 2026-09-04 | $185,000 |
| 15301 Pembridge Avenue #44 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 1,150 sqft · closed 2026-09-03 | $150,000 |
| 15496 Lakes Of Delray Boulevard #206 | 2 bd / 2 ba · 940 sqft · closed 2026-08-27 | $105,000 |
All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Recent closed sales shown for market context.
Where Lakes of Delray sales actually landed, 2024–2026
Of the 120 recorded Lakes of Delray closings since 2024, half landed between $159,375 and $230,000 (the middle two quartiles); the lowest recorded sale was $94,850 and the highest $316,000. If your home sits outside the middle band, the reason usually shows up in the size table below before it shows up in condition.
| Sold price band | Share of closings | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Under $150,000 | 21 (18%) | |
| $150,000 – $191,667 | 38 (32%) | |
| $191,667 – $233,333 | 32 (27%) | |
| $233,333 – $275,000 | 19 (16%) | |
| None and up | 10 (8%) |
What homes of your size have sold for in Lakes of Delray
The same recorded closings, split into thirds by living area. Find the row your home falls in: the $/sqft figure times your square footage is the recorded-sales bracket for homes like yours here — a starting range from real closings, not a valuation of your specific property. Smaller homes here have been selling at a higher price per square foot than larger ones ($167 vs $161) — the usual pattern, since lot, kitchen and baths do not scale with floor area.
| Size group | Median $/sqft | Median sold | Sold range | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smaller homes 760–1,100 sq ft | $167 | $167,500 | $94,850 – $290,000 | 40 |
| Mid-size homes 1,100–1,150 sq ft | $164 | $188,495 | $115,000 – $277,500 | 40 |
| Larger homes 1,150–1,485 sq ft | $161 | $220,000 | $132,500 – $316,000 | 40 |
How Lakes of Delray compares to its neighbors
Pricing a home means knowing the alternatives buyers are weighing. The five nearest tracked communities, side by side:
| Community | Median | $/sq ft | DOM | Momentum Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes of Delray | $176,000 | $151 | 92 d | 39 |
| Gramercy Square | $468,000 | $248 | 11 d | 54 |
| Coconut Key | $416,000 | $320 | 238 d | 48 |
| Hammock Reserve | $665,000 | $394 | 74 d | 55 |
| Huntington Lakes | $148,000 | $125 | 119 d | 39 |
| Morningstar at Delray | $149,000 | $134 | – | 53 |
Momentum Score is Momentum Realty’s proprietary 0-100 community market rating. Figures from Momentum’s MLS data, as of 2026-10-01.
What is on the market in Lakes of Delray right now
From the live MLS feed as of 2026-10-01: 12 active listings (plus 2 pending) asking from $170,000 to $250,000, median $218,000; 7 of 12 have been on the market over 60 days (median 81 days so far); the homes listed or recently sold were built between 1982 and 1994 (median 1986); 26 of 26 listed or recently sold homes report an HOA, median $737/mo; none of the 23 geocoded listed or recently sold homes sits in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 20 ft); the features listings here most often name are Fitness Center, Pickleball Court(s), Clubhouse, Pool, Billiard Room and Tennis Court(s). For a seller this is the competition a buyer will tour alongside your home; for a buyer, the stale share is where negotiating room usually is. See the current Lakes of Delray listings →
Which way this market is moving
Active inventory across Palm Beach County has fallen over the past year (-17%). About 21% of county listings currently carry a price cut, which tells you how much negotiating room the average seller has already conceded. Lakes of Delray itself has appreciated about 0% over the period Momentum’s MLS data tracks — a community-level trend, not the county average. A strong local agent will reconcile these numbers with what is happening on your exact street before recommending a price.
What it costs to own in Lakes of Delray
On a median-priced Lakes of Delray home ($176,000), property taxes at Palm Beach County’s typical millage of 18.7191 run roughly $2,359 a year with the homestead exemption applied — before any CDD or special-district charges, which vary by community.
The average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Palm Beach County is about $1,753 a year (April 2026 filings); private-market quotes differ, and a good agent will tell you which carriers are actually writing here.
Run the real numbers before you commit: what selling nets you, whether your Save Our Homes benefit moves with you, and rent vs buy in Palm Beach County.
At Lakes of Delray’s $176,000 median and Palm Beach County’s adopted 18.72 mills (FY2025-26), a home assessed at that price carries roughly $3,290 a year in property tax before exemptions, or about $2,520 with the full Florida homestead exemption — a buyer’s first-year figure; a long-time owner’s Save Our Homes cap can be far lower, which is one reason resale taxes jump at closing. Municipal and special-district millage varies inside the county; see the Palm Beach County tax page.
Rents and the investor math
Typical asking rent across Palm Beach County sits near $2,659 a month (Zillow’s rent index). Rents are moving about 3.2% year over year. County-level yield math pencils to roughly a 6.73% cap rate on typical numbers, before expenses. Home prices run about 5.85x the county’s median household income, the affordability backdrop every buyer here negotiates inside. If you are weighing an investment purchase in Lakes of Delray, ask your agent for community-level rent comps rather than county averages — the spread between communities is wide.
Who is moving to Palm Beach County, and what they earn
The county lost a net 1,374 people in the latest IRS county-migration year. Households moving IN average $177,212 in income versus $98,618 for those moving out — movers arriving here earn more than those leaving, which shapes what sellers can ask and what buyers compete against. The biggest out-of-state feeder markets are NY, NJ, MA. Median household income in Palm Beach County has grown about 35% since 2018 ($81,115 now). Population is up about 4% over the same stretch. An agent who knows these flows can tell you which way demand in Lakes of Delray is actually pointing, not just where prices have been.
Sources: IRS SOI county-to-county migration; U.S. Census income and population estimates. County-level data for context; community demand varies within the county.
School context you can verify: the Palm Beach County school district earned a district grade of A from the Florida Department of Education (2025-26) and has held an A since 2024. Attendance zones vary by address, so confirm the zoned schools for any specific home with the district.
12 for sale · 2 pending — the inventory any agent you interview should already know street by street.
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All listings featuring the BMLS logo are provided by BeachesMLS, Inc. This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed. Copyright © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Listings shown as of 2026-10-01; prices and availability change.
Roads, retail, schools and new construction change what homes in Lakes of Delray, Delray Beach are worth. Ask any agent you interview about the projects below — how they answer tells you whether they actually work this area. Last updated October 2026.
Hyperion Group, Winter Properties, WREP and Silverstein Properties held a groundbreaking on October 6 for an eight-story, 371-unit rental project at 114-222 North Federal Highway. The project includes about 25,500 square feet of retail and a $108 million construction loan, with up to $11.5 million in CRA tax increment funding. Completion is estimated for late 2028.
Why it matters Adds rental inventory and ground-floor retail to downtown Boynton Beach near the Federal Highway corridor. The project is about 7 miles northeast of Lakes Of Delray, elsewhere in Palm Beach County.
Source: Florida YIMBY ›The $280 million bond on the November 3 ballot would be repaid at 5 cents per $1,000 of taxable value over 20 years. Projects include a multisport fieldhouse at Okeeheelee Park, a 125-acre off-highway-vehicle complex near 20-Mile Bend, a 136-acre Sansbury Way Park and a 90-acre Lantana District I Park. The project list may change.
Why it matters If approved, the bond would add and upgrade county recreation amenities, including indoor sports space near Okeeheelee Park. The site is about 14 miles north of Lakes Of Delray.
Source: Stet News ›The city manager's annual report says the city approved a guaranteed maximum price of $59.19 million for the Pompey Park renovation, nearly $4 million below the original estimate. Groundbreaking is scheduled for September 2026. The report also lists a roughly $287 million water treatment plant with completion expected in 2028.
Why it matters A major park renovation would upgrade recreation amenities in west central Delray Beach once construction is complete. The site is about 3 miles northeast of Lakes Of Delray.
Source: Boca Post ›Palm Beach County total home sales rose 22.3% year-over-year in June 2026 to 2,456 transactions, with total dollar volume up 53.90% to $2.7 billion. The single-family median sale price increased to $700,000 and the condominium median rose to $325,000.
Why it matters Rising sales volume and median prices signal strengthening demand and higher valuations across the Palm Beach County housing market. The site is about 19 miles north of Lakes Of Delray.
Source: MIAMI REALTORS ›Kolter Multifamily broke ground on Alton Delray, a 386-unit multifamily community across six-story buildings on a 12.31-acre former industrial site at 2101 S. Congress Avenue, backed by a $92 million construction loan from Madison Realty Capital. The plan includes 154 workforce housing units under Florida's Live Local Act and 232 market-rate units, with delivery expected in late 2027.
Why it matters A 386-unit rental community converts a former industrial parcel into new multifamily supply on the Congress Avenue corridor and adds workforce and market-rate housing to the Delray Beach market. The site is about 2 miles east of Lakes Of Delray.
Source: Florida YIMBY ›Affiliated Development's The Pierce, a mixed-use project with 300 apartments and 17,015 square feet of retail at 115 N. Federal Highway in downtown Boynton Beach, is slated to start construction in summer 2026. The unit mix includes 150 market-rate apartments and 150 workforce housing units for households earning 80 to 120% of area median income, with 587 parking spaces.
Why it matters A 300-unit mixed-use project adds rental housing and retail to downtown Boynton Beach and advances redevelopment along the North Federal Highway corridor. The project is about 7 miles northeast of Lakes Of Delray, elsewhere in Palm Beach County.
Source: Florida YIMBY ›Full Lakes of Delray, Delray Beach news timeline & guide ›
Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown; details and timelines can change. General observation, not investment advice.
If you’re buying in Lakes of Delray
Time is on your side in Lakes of Delray right now. Tour aggressively, compare concessions — rate buydowns and credits often beat a small price cut — and let your agent use days-on-market as negotiating leverage. Every price cut on a listing is information.
If you’re selling in Lakes of Delray
Selling into a slower Lakes of Delray market means prep and pricing are the whole game. Interview agents on their marketing reach beyond the MLS, their plan for the first 14 days, and what they would do at day 45 if showings stall. The wrong list price costs more than any commission difference.
Questions to ask before you hire a Lakes of Delray agent
- How many homes have you sold in or near Lakes of Delray in the last year — the community recorded 12?
- How would you price my home against the $151 per square foot Lakes of Delray closings have averaged — and the size-band table above?
- Homes here have been taking about 92 days to go under contract — what is your plan for the first two weeks?
- With about 12 months of supply in Lakes of Delray, is this a market where you would advise me to negotiate or hold firm?
- How and how often will you communicate with me?
- Can you share recent client references?
Why community expertise matters in Lakes of Delray
Inside Lakes of Delray itself, recorded closings have run from $167 per square foot on the smaller homes to $161 on the larger ones — a gap of 4% that a community average hides. An agent who prices from the size table above, not the headline median, is the difference between a home that lingers and one that sells for more, faster.
Top listing agents vs. buyer’s agents in Lakes of Delray
If you’re selling in Lakes of Delray, a top listing agent’s pricing, staging, and marketing are what win top dollar — the same skills behind a strong home sale. If you’re buying, a sharp buyer’s agent protects you in negotiation and inspections. The best Lakes of Delray Realtors do both well; ask any agent you interview which side they’re strongest on and how they’d handle yours.
Momentum’s record in Lakes Of Delray
Momentum Realty is a Northeast Florida brokerage; we do not list homes in Delray Beach ourselves. When you ask us for an agent here we match you with a vetted local agent from our referral network — one whose own closed sales are in Delray Beach — and we only get paid if you close, so the match has to be right. The market numbers on this page are what we would check that agent against.
Meet your local expert
Brittany co-founded Momentum Realty, a RealTrends 500 brokerage (ranked #440 in the U.S.) with 320+ agents and $3.5B+ in closed sales across Florida. Tell her what you’re looking for and she’ll connect you with the right local Momentum specialist — and make sure you’re taken care of from first call to closing.
“I have now worked with Brittany and the Brooks Group / Momentum Realty to both buy and sell a property over the past 3 years. I had an outstanding experience.” — A. Lloyd, Zillow
Related Lakes of Delray resources
- Homes for sale & Lakes of Delray neighborhood guide
- Palm Beach County real estate market
- Sell your Lakes of Delray home with a local expert
- Palm Beach County homestead exemption
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Market figures are aggregates from Momentum Realty’s MLS data for Lakes of Delray, as of 2026-10-01, and will change over time. This is general guidance on how to choose an agent, not a ranking or endorsement of any individual. Equal Housing Opportunity.