Lake Catherine in Palm Beach Gardens

Lake Catherine

Established 1988 · Intracoastal West · ZIP 32224

An established, attainable DiVosta neighborhood in Palm Beach Gardens, CBS homes with an all-in HOA, a pool, and trails.

Attainable DiVostaCBS constructionAll-in HOA
Live Market Pulse
39/100
Momentum
Buyer's Market
Tight supply keeps sellers in control, but dated interiors still trade at a discount, so condition is where buyers win.
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Built fromLive BeachesMLS data14 years of closingsLocal renovation analysisUpdated twice daily
LiveMarket PulseBeachesMLS
$352K
Median Price
7.4mo
Supply
93days
Avg DOM
Soft
Seller Leverage
$306/sf
Median $/Sqft
-6%
1-Yr Price Change
0now
Distress
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

"Lake Catherine is an established, attainable DiVosta-built neighborhood in Palm Beach Gardens, valued for solid CBS concrete-block construction, a convenient location, and an all-in HOA that covers exterior, roof, lawn, cable, and insurance. The homes are midsize and modestly priced for the area, which makes this one of the Gardens' more accessible entry points. The read is condition-and-value: the all-in HOA simplifies the carry but is central to the math, so confirm exactly what it covers and the reserves, read the home's condition, and comp within the community. The location and the DiVosta build are the durable draw."

Jon Brooks, founder, Momentum Realty · Updated June 2026

The 60-Second Overview

Lake Catherine market snapshot (as of June 13, 2026): the median sale price is about $352K ($306 per sq ft), with homes averaging 93 days on market and 7.4 months of supply, a buyer's market. Based on 13 recent closings in live BeachesMLS data.

Lake Catherine is an established neighborhood in Palm Beach Gardens (ZIP 33403), built by DiVosta and valued for its solid CBS concrete-block construction and a convenient, central north-county location.

Homes are midsize and attainable for the area, reportedly from about 1,150 to 1,575 square feet, on streets such as Bedford Drive, Lakemont Court, and Sun Terrace Court, giving the community a settled, low-key character.

The HOA is an all-in package, reported to cover common areas, exterior maintenance, roof maintenance, lawn care, pest control, trash, cable, management, and building insurance, with amenities including a community pool, clubhouse, and walking, bike, and jogging trails.

The draw is an accessible price point in Palm Beach Gardens with durable DiVosta construction and a low-maintenance, all-in HOA. Value turns on the home's condition and the all-in fee; confirm the HOA and reserves for a specific home.

Best for

  • Buyers who want an attainable Palm Beach Gardens home with solid CBS construction
  • Buyers who want an all-in HOA that covers exterior, roof, lawn, and insurance
  • Buyers who value a low-maintenance, established community with a pool and trails
  • Buyers who want a central north-county location at a lower entry point

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want a no-HOA home or a large custom home
  • Buyers who want new construction or a gated luxury community
  • Buyers who want waterfront or an estate lot
  • Buyers unwilling to read the all-in HOA's inclusions and reserves

How Lake Catherine is performing right now

39/100
momentum
Buyer's Market
Seller's marketBalancedBuyer's market
7.4Months of supplytight
63Median days on marketdays
1 : 8Under contract vs for salestrong demand
13Sold in last 12 monthsliquidity
+127%Median price since 2012appreciation
+9%Asking vs recent sold $/sqftroom to negotiate

Tight supply and strong demand favor sellers here. Homes still take about two months to sell, though, and with asking prices running above recent sales per square foot, a prepared buyer has room on anything overpriced. Reading each home against the real comps, not the headline trend, is where the edge is.

Live from BeachesMLS, as of June 13, 2026. Refreshed twice daily. Months of supply, days on market, and the contract-to-listing ratio are computed from current Lake Catherine listings and the trailing twelve months of closed sales.

8.6A- score
Momentum intelligence
Momentum buy score

Our proprietary read on how a home in Lake Catherine buys, holds, and resells. See the five factors.

Homes For Sale Right Now in Lake Catherine

Live MLS inventory for Lake Catherine. 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 Lake Catherine listings as of 2026-06-13, 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 BeachesMLS; lot type inferred from listing descriptions. Destination pins are approximate. Map data © OpenStreetMap, tiles © CARTO. Flood, school, and commute overlays are on the roadmap.

The takeaway

The location is the everyday-convenience case: shopping, schools, and the major roads are all a manageable drive.

I-95 (Northlake or PGA Blvd)~5 to 10 min · approximate, varies with traffic
PGA Boulevard corridor and Gardens Mall~10 to 15 min · shopping and dining
Downtown West Palm Beach~15 to 20 min · south via I-95
Atlantic beaches~15 to 20 min · east to the coast
Palm Beach International (PBI)~20 to 25 min · south via I-95
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center~10 min · nearby medical

Distances and drive times are approximate and vary with traffic. Confirm your real commute at your real departure time.

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Carrying cost · the no-CDD edge

No CDD bond means thousands less per year than newer master plans.

Typical CDD community~$2,500/yr
Lake Catherine (no CDD)$0/yr

Roughly $25,000 saved over 10 years in carrying cost, before resale.

Illustrative. NE Florida CDD assessments commonly run $1,500-$3,500+/yr and vary by community; verify per property.

Schools

15-Second Take
  • Palm Beach County Public Schools
  • Verify the zoned schools by address
  • Magnet and choice options may be available
  • Confirm current ratings before relying on them
  • Private and parochial options nearby

Lake Catherine is served by Palm Beach County Public Schools. Assignment is by address and can change, so confirm the exact zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any specific home, plus any magnet or choice options. Treat published ratings as a starting point, not the full story.

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

The takeaway

What is actually shaping value at Lake Catherine, sourced and dated. We do not publish rumor.

Recent Developments in Lake Catherine

Our read on what is being built around Lake Catherine, scored for direction, significance, and how close the effect lands. The full sourced timeline follows below.

Net OutlookBullishThe structural story is steady demand for attainable, well-built homes in Palm Beach Gardens with an all-in HOA, where the fee inclusions and the home's condition drive the math. The watch items are the HOA trajectory and the reserves.

Attainable DiVosta CBS homes in Palm Beach Gardens

BullishSolid concrete-block construction at an accessible price in a sought-after city supports steady demand. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

Attainable DiVosta CBS homes in Palm Beach Gardens

All-in HOA covering exterior, roof, and insurance

NeutralA bundled fee simplifies budgeting but is central to the carry; confirm the amount, inclusions, and reserves. impact
SignificanceRadius: Community

All-in HOA covering exterior, roof, and insurance

Central, convenient location

BullishProximity to I-95, the PGA corridor, beaches, and medical supports the community's appeal. impact
SignificanceRadius: Area

Central, convenient location

Direction, significance, and effect-radius ratings are Momentum's proprietary, qualitative read of the sourced items below, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific home.

Development, infrastructure, retail, and school activity affecting Lake Catherine, tracked by our team and summarized from public reporting and official sources, with links to the original coverage. Last updated June 2026.

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  1. Established DiVosta community
    Overview

    Lake Catherine as an attainable DiVosta neighborhood

    Community profiles describe Lake Catherine as an established DiVosta-built Palm Beach Gardens neighborhood known for solid CBS construction, midsize homes reportedly from about 1,150 to 1,575 square feet, an all-in HOA covering exterior, roof, lawn, cable, and insurance, and amenities including a pool, clubhouse, and trails. Why it matters: The attainable price and durable build are the draw; confirm the all-in HOA's inclusions and reserves and read the home's condition. Source

Summaries reflect public reporting and official sources linked above as of the dates shown. Project details, timelines, and approvals can change. Commentary on potential market effects is general observation, not investment advice or a prediction for any specific property. For the freshest items across the whole region, see This Week in Northeast Florida.

If we were buying in Lake Catherine, this is the order of operations we would run, and the one we run for our clients.

1

Understand the all-in HOA. Confirm exactly what the fee covers, exterior, roof, lawn, cable, insurance, the amount, the reserves, and any assessments for the specific home.

2

Read the home's condition. Even on solid CBS stock, confirm the interior condition, the systems, and any updates.

3

Verify the school zoning by address. Confirm the exact assignment with the School District of Palm Beach County for a specific home.

4

Weigh the lot and street. Position within the community varies; confirm the specific street and lot.

5

Comp within the community. Price against the closest comparable in Lake Catherine, not an area average.

Best Buy
An updated DiVosta home on a good street priced to comparable in-community sales, with the all-in HOA and reserves confirmed.
Biggest Risk
Underestimating the all-in fee or a reserve assessment, or underbudgeting interior updates.
Best Lot
Lake or green-view positions and updated homes hold value over dated, interior ones.
Smart Timing
Confirm the HOA and reserves; demand is steady for attainable Gardens homes.
The takeaway

On mobile, tap any heading below to open it. This is the home by home, lot by lot, club and renovation detail, organized so you can jump straight to what matters to you.

Community Details at a Glance

Lake Catherine is an established DiVosta-built neighborhood in Palm Beach Gardens known for solid CBS concrete-block construction and a convenient, central north-county location. Homes are midsize and attainable for the area, reportedly from about 1,150 to 1,575 square feet. The HOA is an all-in package, reported to cover common areas, exterior and roof maintenance, lawn care, pest control, trash, cable, management, and building insurance, with amenities including a community pool, clubhouse, and walking, bike, and jogging trails. The draw is an accessible price point in Palm Beach Gardens with durable construction and a low-maintenance HOA. Value turns on the home's condition and the all-in fee; confirm the HOA and inclusions, the reserves, the home's condition, and the school assignment by address before relying on them.

The takeaway

Three honest price bands. Condition and lot, not the square footage alone, decide where a home lands.

Entry: original homes
$260K to $345K

Original-condition DiVosta homes, the most attainable way in. The all-in fee and the cost to update drive value.

Lowest entry
Core: updated homes
$345K to $654K

Renovated homes with newer kitchens, baths, and systems, the heart of the community. Condition and position set where these land.

Most inventory
High: updated homes on better lots
$654K to $655K

Fully updated homes on lake or green-view lots, the top of the local range. Move-in condition and the lot drive the premium.

Strongest resale

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

$260K to $345K
Entry: original homes
Original-condition DiVosta homes, the most attainable way in. The all-in fee and the cost to update drive value.
$345K to $654K
Core: updated homes
Renovated homes with newer kitchens, baths, and systems, the heart of the community. Condition and position set where these land.
$654K to $655K
High: updated homes on better lots
Fully updated homes on lake or green-view lots, the top of the local range. Move-in condition and the lot drive the premium.

Approximate 2026 resale bands from third-party listing data and public records, not NEFAR statistics. Confirm pricing for a specific home.

15-Second Take
  • Renovation math decides the deal
  • Better lots and views resell strongest
  • Roof and HVAC age drive the insurance quote
  • Interior lots are where buyers overpay
Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

Most buyers overpay on interior lots in the back half of the community. A sharp renovation can distract you, but the weaker resale position follows the lot, not the finishes. We read the homesite before the kitchen.

No CDD on the tax billStrong
Central Intracoastal West locationStrong
Scarce golf and lake homesitesStrong
$30M club reinvestment to 2028Positive
All-resale 1990s conditionManage it

Momentum analysis based on the community's structure, location, lot scarcity, and housing stock. Not a guarantee of future value.

Jon Brooks, Momentum Realty
Operator Note

The strongest value pocket is usually a renovated home on a good lot priced just under the next tier up. Buyers chasing the single biggest house often pay top prices for what is really a renovation project.

5 Mistakes Buyers Make in Lake Catherine

15-Second Take
  • Calling the listing agent (who works for the seller)
  • Misjudging the renovation budget
  • Overpaying for an interior lot
  • Underbudgeting the carrying costs
  • Skipping the roof, HVAC, and systems check

The same five mistakes cost buyers the most in any market. Every one is avoidable with the right preparation before you tour.

The attainable price and the DiVosta build are the draw. The deal is won or lost on the condition and understanding exactly what the all-in HOA covers.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty
7.8B+ · Buy Score
Resale Strength7.8/10
Renovation Risk5.4/10
Location Efficiency8.6/10
Long-Term Defensibility7.8/10
Carrying Cost Advantage7.6/10

Momentum Intelligence Scores are our proprietary, qualitative assessment based on the analysis on this page, on a 0 to 10 scale. They are a framework for comparing communities, not a guarantee of future value or advice on a specific home.

Why our read on Lake Catherine is different.

Most pages on this community are an automated estimate wrapped in stock copy. This one is built from the live BeachesMLS feed, fourteen years of closed sales, and a renovation-by-renovation read of what actually moves value here, lot by lot. No Zestimate, no guesswork.

Live BeachesMLS feed14 years of closed salesRenovation-premium analysisLot-by-lot, no automated estimates
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty. A housing economist with a background in real estate investment banking at Deutsche Bank and consulting at Ernst & Young, who has built and analyzed Northeast Florida real estate from the ground up.

Which Lots & Views Hold Value Best

Where the value actually sits. Each home is shaded by its price per square foot (a value read, not just a price) and ringed by lot type, so you can see at a glance which pockets carry a real, durable premium and where a renovation play makes sense.

Value ($/sqft)
$261 value$401 premium
Lake / waterPreserveInterior

Fill = price per square foot; ring = lot type, inferred from listing descriptions. Sold homes are shown by realized $/sqft (lot type not always recorded). Asking and recent-sold figures from BeachesMLS; for orientation, not an appraisal.

15-Second Take
  • Lake and green-view positions hold value best
  • Updated homes beat dated, original ones
  • The all-in fee and reserves shape the carry
  • Durable CBS construction is a quiet advantage
  • Comp within the community, not the area average

In Lake Catherine the value drivers are condition and position, with the all-in HOA shaping the carry. Updated homes on lake or green-view positions hold value over dated interior ones, and because the bundled fee covers roof and exterior, the association's reserves and capital planning matter. The durable, quiet advantage is the solid DiVosta CBS construction. Compare a home against the closest in-community sale rather than an area average, and weigh the fee and reserves alongside the condition.

Lake Catherine in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want an attainable, well-built Palm Beach Gardens home with an all-in, low-maintenance HOA.
Strong onSolid CBS DiVosta construction, an all-in HOA, a pool and trails, and a central, convenient location.
WatchThe all-in HOA amount, inclusions, and reserves, the home's condition, and the position.
Not forBuyers who want no HOA, a large custom home, new construction, or waterfront.
The edgeAn all-in HOA covering roof and insurance, plus durable CBS construction, is a value-friendly, low-maintenance combination.

HOA, CDD & Fees

15-Second Take
  • Attainable DiVosta CBS homes in Palm Beach Gardens
  • All-in HOA covering exterior, roof, and insurance
  • Pool, clubhouse, and trails included
  • Understand the fee amount and reserves
  • Confirm inclusions for a specific home

The HOA is an all-in package, reported to cover common areas, exterior maintenance, roof maintenance, lawn care, pest control, trash, cable, management, and building insurance. Confirm the current amount, the full inclusions, the reserves, and any assessments for the specific home, since the all-in fee is central to the carrying cost.

Reported to cover exterior and roof maintenance, lawn care, pest control, trash, cable, building insurance, common areas, and management. Confirm the exact inclusions for a specific home.

Amenities are part of the community structure, with a reported community pool, clubhouse, and walking, bike, and jogging trails, rather than a separate equity club.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and view, not the Zestimate. The right number comes from closed comps matched to your renovation level and lot.

Momentum listings (YTD)
97.98%
Sold-to-list ratio across our market for our agents, sellers keeping more of their price.
Market average (YTD)
96.73%
The broader metro average sold-to-list ratio over the same period.
Momentum days on market
64 days
Median days on market for our listings, faster sales mean less carrying cost and stronger leverage.
Market days on market
72 days
The broader metro median over the same period.

Sold-to-list and days-on-market figures reflect Momentum Realty listings versus our market average, year to date. Your home's result depends on pricing, condition, lot, view, and preparation.

In Lake Catherine, condition and view decide your number

Because buyers here are weighing your home against renovated comps and cross-shopping Lake Catherine, a home priced to the community average instead of its true condition and view either leaves money on the table or sits. A renovated kitchen, newer roof and HVAC, and a golf or lake view all deserve to show up in your price, and a buyer pool reading renovation math needs to be shown why your home is worth it. We build that case with real comps and a pricing strategy for the current market.

What is your Lake Catherine home worth?

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Real comps, not a Zestimate.

Price History: What Homes Here Have Actually Sold For

Median sale prices in Lake Catherine year by year since 2012, from closed MLS sales. A long track record beats a single estimate, showing what this community has really done through rate cycles rather than what a model predicts.

Lake Catherine Market Scorecard

Strong seller's market

Lake Catherine is currently a strong seller's market. About 2.2 months of supply, a median asking price of $1,099,999, and homes go under contract in about 68 days.

2.2
Months supply
$1,099,999
Median list
$847,500
Median sold
$321
Per sqft
68
Days on mkt
7/6/39
Active/Pend/Sold

Typical home value in the 32224 ZIP is $456,759, about 13.7% above the Florida norm (Zillow Home Value Index).

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Live data: BeachesMLS, refreshed twice daily. Typical value: Zillow Research. Market metrics only; these describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who built Lake Catherine?
It is a DiVosta-built community in Palm Beach Gardens, known for solid CBS concrete-block construction.
What does the HOA cover at Lake Catherine?
An all-in package reported to cover common areas, exterior and roof maintenance, lawn care, pest control, trash, cable, building insurance, and management. Confirm the current amount and inclusions for a specific home.
What kinds of homes are in Lake Catherine?
Midsize, attainable single-family and attached DiVosta homes, reportedly from about 1,150 to 1,575 square feet.
What amenities does Lake Catherine have?
A community pool, clubhouse, and walking, bike, and jogging trails.
Is Lake Catherine affordable for Palm Beach Gardens?
It is one of the more accessible entry points in the city, with midsize homes and an all-in HOA, though prices move with the market; confirm current pricing for a specific home.
Should I worry about assessments?
Because the all-in fee covers roof and exterior, the association's reserves and capital planning matter. Review the reserves and any assessments before buying.
How central is the location?
It is central in north Palm Beach County, minutes to I-95, the PGA corridor, the Gardens Mall, beaches, and medical.
What schools serve Lake Catherine?
The community is part of the School District of Palm Beach County. Assignment is by address and changes periodically, so confirm the exact zoned schools for a specific home with the district.
Is Lake Catherine a good investment?
Attainable, well-built homes in a sought-after city with an all-in HOA support steady demand, with value turning on the condition and a clear read of the fee and reserves. This is not a guarantee of future value.
Should I use the listing agent to buy here?
No. The listing agent works for the seller. Having your own representation to read the all-in HOA, the reserves, and the comps is the highest-leverage decision you make.
What is the area like?
It is an established, low-maintenance DiVosta neighborhood in Palm Beach Gardens at an accessible price, central to highways, shopping, and the beach.
You want an attainable Palm Beach Gardens home with solid CBS constructionExcellent fit
You want an all-in HOA that covers exterior, roof, lawn, and insuranceExcellent fit
You value a low-maintenance, established community with a pool and trailsExcellent fit
You want a central north-county location at a lower entry pointExcellent fit
You will read the all-in HOA's inclusions, reserves, and the home's conditionExcellent fit
You want a no-HOA home or a large custom homeProbably not
You want new construction or a gated luxury communityProbably not
You want waterfront or an estate lotProbably not
You are unwilling to read the all-in HOA's inclusions and reservesProbably not
You want a private equity club rather than community amenitiesProbably not

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Lake Catherine median home price history from 2012 to 2026, chart by Momentum Realty
Median sale price in Lake Catherine, Florida by year (2012 to 2026). Source: Momentum Realty.
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