Boca Raton, Florida · Community Guide · Updated October 2026
Bel Marra, Boca Raton: Waterfront Homes, Prices and Rebuild Values (2026 Guide)
Canal and Intracoastal homes with docks and no HOA: prices, rebuild values and schools, in one page.
By Enrique Urdaneta, Real Estate Advisor, Engel & Völkers · Last updated October 11, 2026 · Data: Beaches MLS
What is Bel Marra? Bel Marra is a waterfront neighborhood of about 260 single-family homes in east Boca Raton, Florida (ZIP 33487), on the west side of the Intracoastal Waterway near the Delray Beach line. Developed in the 1960s, most homes sit on canals with private docks. There is no gate and no mandatory HOA. In the last 12 months, homes listed or sold for $945,000 to $6.5 million.
Bel Marra is one of east Boca Raton's main neighborhoods for buyers who want a dock behind the house without a club or HOA. Many original homes are being replaced with new construction, so land value drives much of the market.
Bel Marra: Quick Facts (2026)
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | East Boca Raton, ZIP 33487, west of the Intracoastal Waterway, with entries from Federal Highway. Streets include Enfield, Forsyth, Dover and Berkeley streets and NE 7th Avenue |
| Homes | About 260 single-family homes |
| Developed | 1960s. Many original homes on canals have been rebuilt |
| Waterfront | About 16 homes on the Intracoastal. Most other homes on canals with private docks |
| Lot sizes | About 0.17 to 0.23 acres |
| Gated | No |
| HOA | No mandatory HOA in recent MLS sales |
| Club membership required | No |
| Listed or sold, last 12 months | 15 homes: 11 sold, 4 active. $945,000 to $6,499,000. Median about $2,000,000 (Beaches MLS) |
| Public schools | J.C. Mitchell Elementary, Boca Raton Community Middle, Boca Raton Community High |
How Much Are Homes in Bel Marra?
In the last 12 months, 11 homes sold in Bel Marra and 4 were listed, at prices from $945,000 to $6,499,000, with a median near $2 million, per Beaches MLS. Price depends on three things: water (Intracoastal, canal or dry lot), the age of the house, and whether it is new construction.
| Type of home | Typical value range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dry lot (no water) | Lowest in the neighborhood | Example: a 3-bedroom non-waterfront home listed at $1,250,000 |
| Original canal home | Often priced near land value | Older canal homes under 2,000 sq ft have sold near $1,800,000 as rebuild sites |
| Renovated or newer canal home | About $660 to $1,040 per sq ft | Examples: a 2001 home of 4,917 sq ft sold for $3,299,000. A 1987 home of 2,450 sq ft sold for $2,550,000 |
| New construction on a canal | About $6.4 million to $6.7 million recently listed | Example: a new 6-bedroom home listed at $6,695,000 |
Examples as reported by Bex Realty and Premier Estate Properties. Not all are within the last 12 months.
What this means: in Bel Marra, an older canal home is often valued as a lot. Buyers should get a builder's estimate before comparing an original home with a new one. Sellers of original homes should price against land sales and rebuild economics, not against renovated homes.
Does Bel Marra Have an HOA?
Bel Marra has no mandatory HOA in recent MLS sales. Owners pay no association dues and no club fees. Ask about any voluntary neighborhood association and check city rules for docks, seawalls and new construction.
Is Bel Marra Gated?
No. Bel Marra is not gated. It has several entries from Federal Highway.
What Is the Boating Like in Bel Marra?
Most Bel Marra homes sit on canals with private backyard docks. About 16 homes face the Intracoastal Waterway directly. Inlets to the ocean are under 20 minutes away by boat, per Bex Realty. Before you buy, confirm dock length, water depth at low tide, seawall condition and the route your boat will take.
Where Is Bel Marra?
Bel Marra is in east Boca Raton, ZIP 33487, between Boca Raton and Delray Beach, on the west side of the Intracoastal. Highland Beach and A1A are about half a mile east. Boca Raton Airport is about 10 minutes away, and the Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale airports are about 30 minutes away, per Bex Realty.
Which Schools Serve Bel Marra?
Public schools reported for Bel Marra:
- J.C. Mitchell Elementary School
- Boca Raton Community Middle School
- Boca Raton Community High School
Confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the School District of Palm Beach County.
What Does It Cost to Own a Home in Bel Marra?
A home at the median price near $2,000,000 carries no HOA and no club fee. Yearly costs come from property taxes, insurance and the dock.
| Cost | Amount |
|---|---|
| Home price (median, last 12 months) | About $2,000,000 |
| HOA | $0 |
| Club entry fee | $0 |
Not included: property taxes, homeowners, wind and flood insurance, and dock and seawall maintenance. On waterfront homes, flood insurance and seawall condition can change the yearly cost a lot. Check property taxes with the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser.
Bel Marra FAQ
Where is Bel Marra in Boca Raton?
In east Boca Raton, ZIP 33487, west of the Intracoastal Waterway near the Delray Beach line, with entries from Federal Highway.
How many homes are in Bel Marra?
About 260 single-family homes.
How much are homes in Bel Marra?
In the last 12 months, homes listed or sold from $945,000 to $6,499,000, with a median near $2,000,000 (Beaches MLS).
Does Bel Marra have an HOA?
No mandatory HOA appears in recent MLS sales.
Is Bel Marra gated?
No.
Do Bel Marra homes have boat docks?
Most do. Most homes sit on canals with private docks, and about 16 face the Intracoastal.
Thinking About Bel Marra?
In Bel Marra, the land and the water often decide the value more than the house. I help buyers compare an original home, a renovation and a new build on real numbers before they make an offer. I help owners of older homes decide whether to sell as is, renovate, or sell to a builder, and I can connect them with developers who buy in east Boca.
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Enrique Urdaneta, Real Estate Advisor, Engel & Völkers
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Sources
- Beaches MLS (Matrix), single-family, active Oct 7, 2026 and closed Oct 7, 2025 to Oct 7, 2026 (15 transactions)
- Bex Realty: https://www.bexrealty.com/real-estate/Boca-Raton/Bel-Marra/
- Premier Estate Properties: https://premierestateproperties.com/neighborhoods/bel-marra/
6 Properties Available
- 1/50 50
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- 1/57 57
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Active$ 2,595,000
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