Lakes of Delray vs Villages of Oriole (Bonaire)
Two Palm Beach communities, compared on the numbers that decide it — price, pace, and supply — from live MLS data as of 2026-09-18.
| Metric | Lakes of Delray | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $159K | $132K |
| Price per sq ft | $136 | $119 |
| Avg days on market | 87 days | 134 days |
| Months of supply | 3.1 mo | 8.4 mo |
| Market | Balanced Market | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 42 | 30 |
The verdict
Lakes of Delray carries the higher median price — about 20% above Villages of Oriole (Bonaire). Homes in Lakes of Delray sell faster (87 days on market vs 134). Lakes of Delray is the tighter market on inventory (3.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lakes of Delray | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 19 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 | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 11 | 21 |
| Under contract | 5 | 3 |
| Asking prices today | $170K to $250K | $89K to $165K |
| Property types listed | Condominium | Condominium |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lakes of Delray homes for sale · Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lakes of Delray | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | n/a | 609 |
| Built | n/a | 1974–1980 (median 1979) |
| Typical living area | n/a | 925 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 | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) is the lower entry point (median $132K vs $159K). Sellers get a faster sale in Lakes of Delray (87 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 Lakes of Delray more expensive than Villages of Oriole (Bonaire)?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Lakes of Delray is $159,000 versus $132,000 in Villages of Oriole (Bonaire), about 20% higher.
What high schools serve Lakes of Delray and Villages of Oriole (Bonaire)?
Listings in Lakes of Delray most often report Spanish River; listings in Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) 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 · Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) homes, photos & schools
Figures are aggregates from realMLS / DBAAR, updated regularly. Thinking about either? Talk to Momentum Realty.