New Floresta is a non-gated, custom-built neighborhood in Central Boca Raton built in the early 1980s on land developed by the Arvida Corporation, with architecture drawn from the Addison Mizner tradition that shaped much of South Florida. 

For those still evaluating Central Boca Raton options, it helps to understand how New Floresta fits within the broader Boca Raton homes for sale market before going deeper. 

New Floresta sits between Jog Road and St. Andrews Boulevard, just north of Glades Road in Central Boca Raton. The neighborhood is a low-density, non-gated community of approximately 200 custom single-family homes built across the 1980s on land developed by the Arvida Corporation. The architecture draws from the Addison Mizner tradition, stucco exteriors, tile roofs, arched entries, with one- and two-story plans. The larger lot sizes are the consistent differentiator. Custom-built construction means no two homes are identical, and the combination of oversized lots and architectural variety gives the neighborhood a character which is unique in Central Boca Raton.

The community has an active HOA that covers common area maintenance. Fees are relatively low to the surrounding market. 

Day-to-day life in New Floresta is convenient without feeling rushed. Town Center at Boca Raton and I-95 are both around five minutes away, which keeps errands, dining, and commuting straightforward. The Florida Turnpike is around eight minutes out, putting West Palm Beach to the north and Fort Lauderdale and Miami to the south well within reach for work or a weekend. Patch Reef Park is around eight minutes away for outdoor recreation, and Mizner Park is around 15 minutes for dining and culture. When the weekend calls for the beach, South Beach Park and Red Reef Park are around 22 minutes east.

New Floresta is zoned for the following Palm Beach County public schools:

Elementary School: Blue Lake Elementary School

Middle School: Omni Middle School 

High School: Spanish River High School

Palm Beach County is consistently ranked among Florida's top school districts.

Buyers evaluating Central Boca often compare New Floresta against Woodfield Country Club for those prioritizing a private club address, or Boca Del Mar for those wanting a gated community with on-site amenities.

Browse available New Floresta homes below, or call Alex Mendel with Keller Williams Realty at 561.827.8449 to review current listings and recent sales before scheduling a tour.

Alex Mendel | Keller Williams Realty