Lakes of Delray vs Valencia Falls
Two Palm Beach communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-11-12.
| Metric | Lakes of Delray | Valencia Falls |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $176K | $680K |
| Price per sq ft | $151 | $305 |
| Avg days on market | 69 days | 58 days |
| Months of supply | 6.2 mo | 1.2 mo |
| Market | Buyer-Leaning Market | Balanced Market (limited data) |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 35 | 31 |
The verdict
Valencia Falls carries the higher median price — about 286% above Lakes of Delray. Homes in Valencia Falls sell faster (58 days on market vs 69). Valencia Falls is the tighter market on inventory (1.2 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lakes of Delray | Valencia Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Palm Beach County, FL | Palm Beach County, FL |
| City / area | Delray Beach | Delray Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 16 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 14 sampled homes outside a flood zone |
Distances are straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more. Flood-zone shares come from FEMA flood maps matched to sampled parcels; always check the exact address before you close.
What is for sale today
| Lakes of Delray | Valencia Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 18 | 3 |
| Under contract | 2 | 1 |
| Asking prices today | $129K to $325K | $499K to $810K |
| Property types listed | Condominium | Single Family Residence |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lakes of Delray homes for sale · Valencia Falls homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lakes of Delray | Valencia Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | n/a | 5 |
| Built | n/a | 2003–2004 (median 2003) |
| Typical living area | n/a | 2,454 sq ft |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Lakes of Delray | Valencia Falls | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Orchard View | Hagen Road |
| Middle | Carver Community | Carver Community |
| High school | Spanish River | Spanish River |
The school most often recorded on each community's MLS listings. Always confirm a specific address with the district.
Which one fits
On budget alone, Lakes of Delray is the lower entry point (median $176K vs $680K). Sellers get a faster sale in Valencia Falls (58 days on market on average); buyers get more negotiating room where homes sit longer.
Neither number set decides it: drive both on a weekday evening, check the HOA documents and the flood zone for the exact street, and price the insurance before you write an offer. A Momentum agent who works both communities can pull the comparable sales for any two specific homes.
Questions people ask
Is Valencia Falls more expensive than Lakes of Delray?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Valencia Falls is $680,000 versus $176,000 in Lakes of Delray, about 286% higher.
What high schools serve Lakes of Delray and Valencia Falls?
Listings in Lakes of Delray most often report Spanish River; listings in Valencia Falls report Spanish River. Zoning is set by the district and can change - verify by address.
Go deeper on each: Lakes of Delray homes, photos & schools · Valencia Falls homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.