Lotus 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 2026-11-08.
| Metric | Lotus | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $2.34M | $135K |
| Price per sq ft | $526 | $121 |
| Avg days on market | 65 days | 130 days |
| Months of supply | 2.1 mo | 7.4 mo |
| Market | Seller's Market | Buyer's Market |
| 1-year price change | False | False |
| Recent closings | 28 | 31 |
The verdict
Lotus carries the higher median price — about 1632% above Villages of Oriole (Bonaire). Homes in Lotus sell faster (65 days on market vs 130). Lotus is the tighter market on inventory (2.1 months of supply).
Where each one is
| Lotus | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| County | Palm Beach County, FL | Palm Beach County, FL |
| City / area | Boca Raton | Delray Beach |
| FEMA flood zones (sampled parcels) | all 16 sampled homes outside a flood zone | all 15 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
| Lotus | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes for sale now | 5 | 19 |
| Under contract | 2 | 2 |
| Asking prices today | $1.85M to $2.75M | $85K to $235K |
| Property types listed | Single Family Residence | Condominium |
Live MLS counts, refreshed with every listing pull. Browse them: Lotus homes for sale · Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) homes for sale.
The homes themselves
| Lotus | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| Homes (parcels) | 123 | 609 |
| Built | 2018–2024 (median 2022) | 1974–1980 (median 1979) |
| Typical living area | 4,091 sq ft | 925 sq ft |
| Homesteaded (owner-occupied) share | 62% | 45% |
Housing-stock figures from the Florida Department of Revenue 2025 assessment roll (public records).
Schools the listings are zoned for
| Lotus | Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) | |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary | Whispering Pines (Palm Beach) | Hagen Road |
| Middle | Eagles Landing | Carver Community |
| High school | Olympic Heights | 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 $135K vs $2.34M). Buyers who want newer construction (fewer near-term roof, HVAC and re-plumb items, and easier insurance quotes in Florida) will find it in Lotus; Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) trades that for a more established street and, typically, larger lots. Sellers get a faster sale in Lotus (65 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 Lotus more expensive than Villages of Oriole (Bonaire)?
Yes, on recent sales: the median sale price in Lotus is $2,338,000 versus $135,000 in Villages of Oriole (Bonaire), about 1632% higher.
Which has newer homes, Lotus or Villages of Oriole (Bonaire)?
Lotus: its homes were built 2018–2024 with a median year of 2022, versus a median of 1979 in Villages of Oriole (Bonaire) (Florida DOR assessment roll).
Which has bigger homes?
Lotus. The typical home there is 4,091 sq ft of living area, versus 925 sq ft in Villages of Oriole (Bonaire).
What high schools serve Lotus and Villages of Oriole (Bonaire)?
Listings in Lotus most often report Olympic Heights; 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: Lotus 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.