Delray Villas 1
Homes for Sale in Delray Beach, FL

Community in Delray Beach · Palm Beach County
Median sale $240K
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Live Market Pulse
15/100
Market Heat
Cooler than normal
2015 → 2026 · 77 at the 2022 peak
0 is Delray Villas 1's coldest market since 2015, 100 its hottest. Today: 15. How it's scored
Built fromLive Beaches MLS data13 years of closingsUpdated twice daily
Live · Delray Villas 1 Housing Pulse Beaches MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 8,500+ transactions · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Price
$240K
Median sold · 12 mo
down 21.3% vs the prior 12 months
-21.3%
1-yr price change
n = 5 and 10 sales in the two windows
$185/sf
Sold $/sqft · 12 mo
peak $221 in 2025
92.7%
Sale vs ask
Palm Beach median: 97.7%
Tempo
88days
Median DOM · closed
9 days at the 2019 low
5
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 11 a year
Track record · 13 years of records
1,296sqft
Median sold home size
12-mo windows, closed sales
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Delray Villas 1 is a price story first. The $240,000 median sits at a point where condition and deferred maintenance become the dominant variables—more so than square footage or updates. At $185 per square foot, you're looking at older villa inventory where the seller's willingness to address repairs before listing often explains the entire price band. Buyers need to budget for what comes next, not just what closes.

The 21.3% year-over-year decline and 88-day median time on market tell you this is a negotiation environment. Sellers who price to current comps move; those anchored to last year's numbers sit. For a buyer, that means leverage—but also the need to move decisively when a well-maintained unit appears, because those still go under contract faster than the aggregate suggests.

Delray Villas 1 Housing Pulse · Momentum Research · as of July 15, 2026

Delray Villas 1 right now

🔴 Off the recent peak. The trailing-12-month median ($240K) is down 21.3% from the prior 12 months ($305K). With about a dozen sales a year, a single closing can swing this number, so read the level and the decade, not one year's move.Momentum Research, record-level Beaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 15. Confidence: Low (5 and 10 sales in the two windows).

What's unique here: the median sale price is about 48% below the typical Palm Beach County sale ($240K vs $460K, trailing 12 months, Beaches MLS records).

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Updated July 15, 2026 · Live data: Beaches MLS, refreshed twice daily · MLS facts carry their source; interpretation lines are Momentum Research · Data sources & freshness

The 60-Second Overview

Delray Villas 1 market snapshot (as of July 15, 2026): the median sale price is about $240K ($185 per sq ft over the trailing 12 months of closed sales), and a median 88 days on market for closed sales. The trailing-12-month median is down 21% from the prior 12 months, computed from record-level Beaches MLS closed sales (5 closings in the current window).

Delray Villas 1 is older attached housing in Delray Beach where price, not amenity package, drives the decision. The market has reset sharply over the past year, and inventory moves slowly unless condition and pricing align.

Best for

  • The cost-conscious buyer targeting Delray Beach who values location over finish level and has a realistic maintenance budget.
  • The investor or second-home buyer comfortable with older construction and willing to manage repairs as they arise.
  • The buyer prioritizing a low purchase price and monthly carrying cost, trading amenities and newness for basis and autonomy.

Probably not for

  • Buyers stretched to the $240,000 median with no capital reserve for HVAC, roof, or plumbing surprises common in older villas.
  • Anyone expecting resort-style amenities, managed landscaping, or a move-in-ready experience without additional investment.
  • Buyers who need quick liquidity or plan to sell in under three years; a slow market and thin comp set make exit timing uncertain.

Windows contain 0 to 20 sales each (5 in the current window); every figure carries its sample size, and thin markets swing on single closings. 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.

Median sale price · trailing 12 mo
$100K$200K$300K2014201620182020202220242026
Down 21.3% year over year.
Every sale since 2013 · price vs size
$0$200K$400K1k1k2k2k
146 closed sales; green = recent. Size sets the floor, condition and lot set the rest.
Sold $ per sq ft · trailing 12 mo
$100$150$2002014201620182020202220242026
Up from $94 in 2013 to a $221 peak in 2025; $185 now.
Median days on market · closed sales
0501002014201620182020202220242026
9 days at the 2019 low; 88 now.
Sale price vs original ask · median
90%92%95%98%2014201620182020202220242026
92.7% now vs Palm Beach 97.7%.
Homes sold per 12-mo window
010202014201620182020202220242026
0 to 20 a year; 5 in the current window.
Market Heat · 0 coldest, 100 hottest in the record
20406080seller-leaningbuyer-leaning201620182020202220242026
77 at the 2022 peak, 11 in the troughs, 15 now. Same score as the hero card, full history.

If we were buying in Delray Villas 1 today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Delray Villas 1.

Best Buy
Buyers prioritizing location and price basis in Delray Beach, comfortable managing older housing and its attendant maintenance.
Biggest Risk
Thin transaction volume and high condition variance mean each property is its own underwriting exercise; median stats give you less predictive comfort here than in deeper markets.
Sweet Spot
The buyer with cash or renovation budget already set aside, looking for a Delray Beach foothold without paying for amenities they won't use.
Avoid If
You need turnkey or community amenities, or you're stretching financially and can't absorb surprise capital expenses in year one.

What the numbers mean on the ground

The $240,000 median reflects a segment of the Palm Beach County market where buyers are shopping for location and basis, not turnkey perfection. Delray Villas 1 offers proximity to Delray Beach's walkable downtown, dining, and Atlantic Avenue corridor, but the housing stock itself skews older. That age shows up in HVAC, roofs, plumbing, and finishes—and it shows up in price.

The nearly three-month median time on market is well above what we see in hotter coastal segments. Part of that is the 21.3% year-over-year price contraction working its way through seller expectations. Part of it is the reality that buyers in this price range are often more cautious, more inspection-focused, and less willing to overlook deferred maintenance. Closings have been light—just five in the trailing window—so each new listing has outsize influence on the median. This isn't a community where you extrapolate trends from a deep transaction history; you evaluate each opportunity on its own.

With no community amenities flagged in current listings, the value proposition here is entirely about the Delray Beach address and the entry price point. Buyers are trading clubhouse, pool, and managed landscape for a lower basis and the autonomy that comes with it. If you need those amenities, you're shopping the wrong complex. If you want in on Delray Beach without stretching to newer construction or full condo amenity loads, this is a viable path—provided you can handle the work that comes with older housing.

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Delray Villas 1. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

Delray Villas 1 requires a broker who knows how to read condition, not just list price. We walk properties with an eye for what the next five years will cost you—deferred capital expenditures, HOA reserve health, and the repairs that don't show up in disclosures but will show up in your budget. In a market this slow, we also know which sellers are genuinely motivated and which are still testing the water. That distinction saves you time and, often, money. We'll tell you when to walk, and we'll tell you when to move.

Delray Villas 1 in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers prioritizing location and price basis in Delray Beach, comfortable managing older housing and its attendant maintenance.
Biggest advantageA negotiation window that favors patient, informed buyers willing to do the work—both in due diligence and in post-close updates.
Biggest riskThin transaction volume and high condition variance mean each property is its own underwriting exercise; median stats give you less predictive comfort here than in deeper markets.
Sweet spotThe buyer with cash or renovation budget already set aside, looking for a Delray Beach foothold without paying for amenities they won't use.
Avoid ifYou need turnkey or community amenities, or you're stretching financially and can't absorb surprise capital expenses in year one.

HOA, CDD & Fees

In short
  • Mandatory HOA — confirm current dues
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Delray Villas 1 sales matched to your home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Delray Villas 1?
The median sale price in Delray Villas 1 was $240K over the 12 months ending July 15, 2026 (5 closed sales, Beaches MLS).
How long do homes in Delray Villas 1 take to sell?
Homes that closed in the 12 months ending July 15, 2026 took a median 88 days on market (5 sales, Beaches MLS).
Who is the best real estate agent for Delray Villas 1?
The best agent for Delray Villas 1 is one who actively works Delray Beach and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Delray Villas 1.
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The cost-conscious buyer targeting Delray Beach who values location over finish level and has a realistic maintenance budget.Excellent fit
The investor or second-home buyer comfortable with older construction and willing to manage repairs as they arise.Excellent fit
The buyer prioritizing a low purchase price and monthly carrying cost, trading amenities and newness for basis and autonomy.Excellent fit
Buyers stretched to the $240,000 median with no capital reserve for HVAC, roof, or plumbing surprises common in older villas.Probably not
Anyone expecting resort-style amenities, managed landscaping, or a move-in-ready experience without additional investment.Probably not
Buyers who need quick liquidity or plan to sell in under three years; a slow market and thin comp set make exit timing uncertain.Probably not

Data sources & freshness

Community market statsBeaches MLS closed sales, 12-month windows ending July 15, 2026
Under-contract sharesBeaches MLS records, as of 2026-07-12
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2013 (146 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of Beaches MLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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