Boca Raton, Florida · Community Guide · Updated October 2026
Boca Grande, Boca Raton: Custom Estates on Acreage (2026 Guide)
12 custom estates on multi-acre lots: prices and costs, in one page.
By Enrique Urdaneta, Real Estate Advisor, Engel & Völkers · Last updated October 11, 2026 · Data: Beaches MLS
What is Boca Grande? Boca Grande is a private enclave of 12 custom estate homes on multi-acre lots in west Boca Raton, Florida (ZIP 33428), on Cartagena Drive. Homes were built in the late 1990s and early 2000s, and some lots are set up for horses. The HOA is small, about $600 to $1,000 a year. In the last 12 months, one home sold for $3,120,000 and one was listed at $12,000,000.
Boca Grande is one of the few places in Boca Raton to own several acres. With 12 homes, sales are rare and prices vary widely with the house, the land and the improvements.
Boca Grande: Quick Facts (2026)
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Cartagena Drive, west Boca Raton, FL 33428 |
| Homes | 12 custom estate homes |
| Built | Late 1990s and early 2000s |
| Lots | Multi-acre homesites. Some equestrian-friendly lots with stables |
| Gated | Reported as gated by Echo Fine Properties. MLS data is mixed |
| HOA | About $600 to $1,000 per year, per MLS |
| Club membership required | No |
| Community amenities | None shared (no clubhouse or community pool) |
| Sold, last 12 months | 1 home: $3,120,000 (21798 Cartagena Drive, 3 bedrooms, 3,166 sq ft) |
| Active (October 2026) | 1 home: $12,000,000 (21579 Cartagena Drive, about 10,471 sq ft) |
How Much Are Homes in Boca Grande?
In the last 12 months, one home sold in Boca Grande for $3,120,000 and one was listed at $12,000,000, per Beaches MLS.
| Address | Bedrooms | Size | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21579 Cartagena Drive | 4 | 10,471 sq ft | $12,000,000 | Listed |
| 21798 Cartagena Drive | 3 | 3,166 sq ft | $3,120,000 | Sold |
What this means: on multi-acre lots, the land is a large part of the value. The recent $3,120,000 sale works out to about $985 per square foot of house. Price the land and the house separately.
Does Boca Grande Have an HOA?
Yes. Recent MLS data shows an HOA of about $600 to $1,000 per year. There is no clubhouse or community pool. Ask what the dues cover and what rules apply to horses, barns and outbuildings before you write an offer.
Is Boca Grande Gated?
Echo Fine Properties reports Boca Grande as gated. One recent MLS listing shows it as not gated. Confirm the entry setup on a visit.
Can You Keep Horses in Boca Grande?
Some Boca Grande lots are equestrian-friendly and have stables, per Echo Fine Properties. Confirm the zoning, the association rules and the permits for any specific lot.
What Does It Cost to Own a Home in Boca Grande?
A home at the recent sale price of $3,120,000 carries about $600 to $1,000 a year in HOA, before property taxes, insurance and land upkeep.
| Cost | Amount |
|---|---|
| Home price (recent sale) | $3,120,000 |
| HOA per year | About $600 to $1,000 |
| Club entry fee | $0 |
Not included: property taxes, insurance and the upkeep of a multi-acre lot. Check property taxes with the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser.
Boca Grande FAQ
Where is Boca Grande?
On Cartagena Drive in west Boca Raton, ZIP 33428.
How many homes are in Boca Grande?
12 custom estate homes.
How much are homes in Boca Grande?
One home sold in the last 12 months for $3,120,000. One was listed at $12,000,000 (Beaches MLS).
Does Boca Grande have an HOA?
Yes, about $600 to $1,000 per year, per the MLS.
Are horses allowed in Boca Grande?
Some lots are equestrian-friendly with stables. Confirm rules for a specific lot.
Thinking About Boca Grande?
Acreage in Boca Raton is rare, and estate pricing takes more than comps. I help buyers value the land and the house separately. I help owners decide how to position a multi-acre property and who the right buyers are.
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Enrique Urdaneta, Real Estate Advisor, Engel & Völkers
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Sources
- Beaches MLS (Matrix), single-family, active Oct 7, 2026 and closed Oct 7, 2025 to Oct 7, 2026 (Boca Grande: 2 transactions)
- Echo Fine Properties: https://www.echofineproperties.com/communities/boca-raton/boca-grande/
1 Property Available In Boca Grande
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Active$ 12,000,000
4 Beds7 Baths10,471 SqFt21579 Cartagena Dr, Boca Raton, FL 33428
Single Family Home
Listed by Realty 100
