Island Lakes in Boca Raton

Island Lakes
Homes for Sale in Boca Raton, FL

All 1,905 homes for sale in Boca Raton, FL · median $599,000 · 62 homes for sale in 33498 · Palm Beach County homes for sale

Community in Boca Raton · Palm Beach County · ZIP 33498
181 homesBuilt 1987–1994
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Built fromLive Beaches MLS dataFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

Homes listed or recently sold were built 1988–1991; 3 of 3 report an HOA (median $201/mo); none of the 3 geocoded homes sit in a FEMA special flood hazard zone (median elevation 17 ft). As of November 2026, the MLS records 1 closed sale in Island Lakes Sec 1 2 in Boca Raton, FL, the most recent in August 2026. Across Boca Raton as a whole, 612 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $590,000, 42 median days on market, with 1,687 homes for sale today. At that median and Palm Beach County's FY2025-26 rate of 18.72 mills, annual property tax runs about $11,040 ($10,270 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Island Lakes Housing Pulse Beaches MLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
100%
Under contract
Palm Beach: 20% (2,777 of 13,737)
0 · 2
For sale · pending
live counts, refreshed twice daily
Ownership and context
86%
Owner-occupied · Island Lakes
155 of 181 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
14%
Non-owner-occupied · Island Lakes
incl. 3% trust or LLC-held · 100% out-of-state
181
Homes in the community
181 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 0 years of records
14
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $900K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
1987–1994
Years homes were built
median 1989 · county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Jon Brooks, Co-Founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Read · written July 16, 2026

Island Lakes Sec 1 2 in Boca Raton is a mature residential enclave with minimal recent transaction volume — only one closing in the trailing year. That single data point makes trend analysis impossible, but it does tell us this is not a high-turnover neighborhood. Pricing is driven by condition, lot positioning, and the broader Palm Beach County resale market rather than any steady drumbeat of comps.

For buyers, you're entering a market where inventory appears intermittently and seller expectations may not track with active comps nearby. For sellers, patience is the watchword: your timeline will be dictated by how well your home stacks up against scattered alternatives, and you may need to lean on regional benchmarks rather than neighborhood-specific precedent.

Figures in this note are as of July 16, 2026. The live market numbers elsewhere on this page update nightly and are newer.

The 60-Second Overview

Island Lakes Sec 1 2 is a low-churn Boca Raton residential pocket with minimal turnover. MLS data shows no community amenities flagged in recent listings, so this is strictly a single-family enclave valued on location, lot, and home condition.

BeachesMLS sales records identify 137 homes in Island Lakes that have changed hands since 2001, built between 1987 and 1999 (median 1989), with a median living area of about 2,518 sq ft and a typical 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout; 100% are single-family homes. Source: BeachesMLS closed-sale history compiled by Momentum Research; counts reflect homes with a recorded MLS sale, not every home in the community.

County records show 14 qualified sales in Island Lakes across 2024–2025 (7 in 2024, 7 in 2025), median $900,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers prioritizing Boca Raton location and access over amenity packages, comfortable making pricing decisions on regional rather than hyper-local data
  • Owners planning a long hold who value neighborhood stability and minimal HOA entanglements
  • Investors with patience and county-wide market fluency, willing to wait for the right exit window

Probably not for

  • Buyers who need abundant recent comps and predictable pricing to make an offer decision
  • Anyone expecting clubhouse access, resort-style pools, or gated entry — none of that infrastructure exists here
  • Flippers or short-term holders counting on quick turnover and steady buyer traffic

The market around Island Lakes

Island Lakes is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 33498, 87 homes are on the market and 31% are under contract — a fast-moving corner of Boca Raton.

Across Palm Beach County, 10,960 homes are active and 2,777 pending (20% under contract).

In ZIP 33498 (Boca Raton), 38 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $710K ($331/sq ft), with a median 20 days on market. Right now 2 active and 3 pending listings put supply at about 0.6 months — a strong market. See the live ZIP 33498 housing market and the Palm Beach County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Island Lakes specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Island Lakes

Live MLS inventory for Island Lakes. Every active listing, what is under contract right now, and the last 12 months of closed sales, refreshed twice a day. Closed comps beat an algorithm's guess every time.

Active and pending Island Lakes listings as of 2026-11-06, priced high to low. 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. Tap any home to ask about it.

Listing locations from Beaches MLS. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Schools

In short
  • Palm Beach County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Sandpiper Shores (Palm Beach) · Elementary
  • Loggers Run Community · Middle
  • West Boca Raton · High

Zoned schools reflect the assignments reported on recent Island Lakes listings and can change; always confirm with Palm Beach County Public Schools for a specific address.

Buying with schools in mind? We can confirm the exact zoned schools for any Island Lakes address.

If we were buying in Island Lakes 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 Island Lakes.

Best Buy
Buyers who want a Boca Raton address without paying for amenities they won't use.
Biggest Risk
Thin comps make pricing a judgment call, not a science — you need a broker who knows the county.
Sweet Spot
A well-maintained home on a desirable lot in a neighborhood that doesn't trade often.
Avoid If
You need recent sales history to feel confident, or you want community amenities and association activity.

What you are actually buying

Island Lakes Sec 1 2 sits in a part of Boca Raton that trades on proximity to retail, employment corridors, and beach access rather than gated amenities or association facilities. The MLS snapshot shows no pools, clubhouses, or HOA features driving value — this is pure residential real estate, where your lot, your structure, and your updates are the price levers.

With only one closing on record in the past year, this is not a neighborhood where you'll find a steady comp trail or predictable bidding behavior. Sellers hold properties for long stretches, and when something does list, it competes regionally rather than within a tight micro-market. That means pricing discipline matters: overreach and you'll sit, but position correctly against Palm Beach County averages and the right buyer will emerge.

The absence of amenity infrastructure also means lower HOA overhead and no shared-facility politics. You're buying into a residential streetscape, not a lifestyle brand. For some buyers, that simplicity is the entire appeal.

“

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

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a neighborhood with sparse transaction history and no amenity layer to anchor pricing, Momentum's regional market intelligence becomes essential. We use countywide comp grids, condition-adjusted analysis, and honest pricing conversations to position you correctly — whether you're buying into a market with thin inventory or selling into one where the next comparable may not surface for months. We'll tell you when to wait and when to move.

Island Lakes in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want a Boca Raton address without paying for amenities they won't use.
Biggest advantageLow transaction volume means less churn and fewer speculative flips; long-term owners dominate.
Biggest riskThin comps make pricing a judgment call, not a science — you need a broker who knows the county.
Sweet spotA well-maintained home on a desirable lot in a neighborhood that doesn't trade often.
Avoid ifYou need recent sales history to feel confident, or you want community amenities and association activity.
The takeaway

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

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Island Lakes key facts
LocationBoca Raton, Palm Beach County, FL · ZIP 33498
Homes in the community181 (FL DOR 2025 assessment roll)
Years built1987–1994 (median 1989.0)
Typical living area2,440 sq ft (median)
Amenities listed by sellersGated with Guard, Gated, Jogging Path, Maintained Community, None, Security
For sale right now0 active, 2 pending
Owner-occupied (homestead) share86%

Data as of November 6, 2026. 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; housing-stock figures from Florida Department of Revenue public records. Market figures describe homes, not residents. Cite as: Momentum Realty, “Island Lakes key facts,” movewithmomentum.com/neighborhoods/island-lakes-sec-1-2, data as of November 6, 2026.

Housing distress & ownership in Island Lakes Sec 1 2, Boca Raton

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 4 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-14 → 2026-11-06)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. 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.

Every Home for Sale in Island Lakes Sec 1 2 Right Now (2)

All 2 active and pending Island Lakes Sec 1 2 listings with a detail page, newest first, refreshed twice a day from the MLS.

Streets in this community

Street-level pages: every home on record, what sold and what is for sale on each street.

How much local inventory is already under contract

30% of homes for sale in ZIP 33498 are already under contract (under contract ÷ under contract + active listings) — a read on how much of the available inventory buyers have already claimed. Source: MLS data (2026-11-07).

What it really costs to own in Island Lakes

The parts of the monthly number a mortgage calculator leaves out, from the tax roll, the MLS, Citizens and FEMA. Property facts only.

Property taxCurrent owners' bills run a median of $6,480/yr across 3 listings here (MLS tax records, 2026-11-07).
HOA duesMedian $201/month across 3 MLS listings (most billed monthly; 2026-11-07). Dues cover what the documents say they cover; ask for the budget and reserve study.
Home and flood insuranceThe average Citizens Property Insurance premium in Palm Beach County is $1,753/yr (18,387 policies, Citizens detail by county, April 2026); private-market quotes depend on roof age, wind mitigation and construction.
Roof and ageMedian build year 1989 across 3 listings. An original roof here would be about 37 years old; under Florida's 2022 reform (SB 2-D) carriers may require an inspection past 15 years, so budget for a roof report, and for replacement where it fails.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Island Lakes?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 181 homes in Island Lakes (public records).
What share of Island Lakes is owner-occupied?
86% of Island Lakes parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Island Lakes built?
Homes in Island Lakes were built between 1987 and 1994, with a median year built of 1989.0 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Island Lakes?
The best agent for Island Lakes is one who actively works Boca Raton 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 Island Lakes.
How do I find a top Boca Raton real estate agent who knows Island Lakes?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Island Lakes and the wider Boca Raton area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Island Lakes?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Island Lakes purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Island Lakes, and what county is it in?
Island Lakes is in Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, FL, ZIP 33498. The community's center is about 8 miles west of the center of Boca Raton (straight-line).
Buyers prioritizing Boca Raton location and access over amenity packages, comfortable making pricing decisions on regional rather than hyper-local dataExcellent fit
Owners planning a long hold who value neighborhood stability and minimal HOA entanglementsExcellent fit
Investors with patience and county-wide market fluency, willing to wait for the right exit windowExcellent fit
Buyers who need abundant recent comps and predictable pricing to make an offer decisionProbably not
Anyone expecting clubhouse access, resort-style pools, or gated entry — none of that infrastructure exists hereProbably not
Flippers or short-term holders counting on quick turnover and steady buyer trafficProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Live listingsBeaches MLS, refreshed twice daily (last: November 6, 2026)
Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (2 streets, ZIP 33498))
Under-contract sharesBeaches MLS records, as of 2026-11-06
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2026 (1 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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