Montez Gardens Homes for Sale

Montez Gardens

When it comes to buying a home in East Boca Raton, most choices come with an association, a review board, and a monthly bill. Montez Gardens is a refreshing exception. This established neighborhood offers single-family homes built between 1958 and 1969, sitting on lots much wider than what builders carve out today. Whether you want a move-in ready house or a project you can shape yourself, Montez Gardens homes for sale give you that choice. Best of all, no association tells you what to do with your own property.

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Montez Gardens Real Estate Statistics

Average Price	$734K
Lowest Price	$720K
Highest Price	$749K
Total Listings	2
Avg. Price/SQFT	$385

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$719,900

↓ $30,000

257 Sw 5th Street, Boca Raton

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,870 SqFt Residential MLS® # B26008010

$749,000

↓ $26,000

200 Sw 5th Street, Boca Raton

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,944 SqFt Residential MLS® # B26001712

About Montez Gardens

Montez Gardens took shape in the late 1950s and 1960s, back when Boca Raton was still a quiet coastal town. Homes here were built with solid concrete block, kept to a single story, and placed on generous lots. You will find 1,561 to 2,188 square feet of living space, with three or four bedrooms and two to three bathrooms.

Interestingly, no two houses look quite the same. Six decades of individual owners will do that. One home may have impact windows, a new roof, and a modern kitchen. The one next door might still have its original terrazzo floors. Besides, listings here typically show no mandatory HOA fee, so those choices belong to you.

Community Type: Established single-family neighborhood
Built: 1958 to 1969
Construction: Concrete block
Square Feet: 1,561 to 2,188 sq. ft.
Bedrooms: 3 to 4
Bathrooms: 2 to 3
Median Sale Price: $615,875
Closed Price Range: $520,000 to $711,750
Average Price per Sq. Ft.: $386
HOA: No mandatory association fee typically listed

Montez Gardens Real Estate

Being an established neighborhood, Montez Gardens offers a surprisingly wide price range for its size. Homes recently sold between $520,000 and $711,750, with a median near $615,875 and an average of $386 per square foot. Current listings ask $719,900 and $749,000. Regarding what drives that gap, it almost always comes down to condition. Let's look at the three kinds of homes you will find here.

Renovated Turnkey Homes

These are your move-in ready options, with newer roofs, impact windows, updated wiring, and remodeled kitchens and baths. They sit at the top of the price range and are usually easy to insure. You pay more upfront, but you skip the renovation entirely.

Homes in Original Condition

If you don't mind a project, this is where the real value lives. These houses still have terrazzo floors, older bathrooms, and original systems, and they price closest to $520,000. Just keep in mind that lenders and insurers will look closely at the roof and electrical panel.

Pool and Expansion Homes

Here is where those wide lots really pay off. Many homes already have a screened or open pool, and the ones that don't usually have space to add one. Not to mention, there is often room for an addition, a detached garage, or a longer driveway.

What No HOA Means for You in Montez Gardens

Most Boca Raton neighborhoods come with an association attached. Montez Gardens typically doesn't, and that shapes daily life more than you might expect.

Freedom to Renovate

Paint colors, roofing material, landscaping, fencing, and driveway design are all your calls rather than a committee's. You will still pull permits through the City of Boca Raton, of course. That said, skipping the approval process usually saves you weeks.

Room for Your Boat or RV

Whether you own a boat, a camper, or a work trailer, no covenants stand in your way here. Many homes offer deep driveways and side yards made for exactly that. Just check the city's rules on setbacks and screening for your specific address.

Renting Without Approval

No association means no application, no interview, and no waiting period before you lease your home. Investors and seasonal owners find that kind of flexibility hard to match nearby. City and county short-term rental rules still apply, naturally.

Costs You Handle Yourself

Of course, freedom comes with responsibility. Roofing, exterior paint, tree trimming, and drainage are yours to manage and budget for. On the plus side, you will never see dues, special assessments, or reserve contributions on a monthly statement.

Montez Gardens Location

Montez Gardens sits on the southwest streets just off Palmetto Park Road, which puts downtown Boca Raton a few minutes away rather than a commute. Mizner Park, Royal Palm Place, and the beach are all a short drive, and the rest of East Boca Raton keeps daily errands close. Interstate 95 sits to the west when you need Fort Lauderdale or West Palm Beach. Closer to home, you get quiet streets and plenty of mature shade.

Top Destinations near Montez Gardens

Sugar Sand Park: A local favorite with the Children's Science Explorium, a carousel, ballfields, and a theater, and most of it is free to enjoy.
Mizner Park: Where most residents head for a night out, with restaurants, a movie theater, and events on the green all year.
Royal Palm Place: Pretty pink shopping blocks filled with salons, studios, and patio dining, handy for everyday errands.
Boca Raton Public Library: The downtown branch, with children's programs, study rooms, and a good local history collection.
South Beach Park: Your closest guarded ocean access, roughly ten minutes east, with a pavilion and metered parking.
Boca Raton Museum of Art: Rotating exhibitions plus an art school, sitting at the north end of the Mizner Park green.
Spanish River Park: Shady picnic areas and grills along A1A, with tunnels running under the road to the sand.
Downtown Boca Raton: Sanborn Square and a walkable stretch of restaurants and shops, about a mile northeast.

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Top 5 Alternatives to Montez Gardens in Boca Raton

Affordable single-family homes east of I-95 don't stay on the market long. If Montez Gardens isn't quite the right fit, these five neighborhoods are worth a look.

Camino Gardens: Your closest match is Camino Gardens, another 1960s East Boca community of single-story ranch homes on roughly quarter-acre lots. Some properties even back onto waterways with private docks, which lifts prices well above Montez Gardens. You get a more manicured streetscape, and both neighborhoods share the same school zoning.
Royal Oak Hills: Royal Oak Hills holds around 450 homes between Palmetto Park Road and Camino Real, ranging from 1,400 to over 3,000 square feet. Shaded streets and El Rio Canal frontage give it real character, and plenty of residents bike to the beach over the Camino Real bridge. Most homes here sit outside any association too.
Tunison Palms: Need more square footage? Tunison Palms offers 200-plus ranch homes right beside Sugar Sand Park, many on quarter-acre lots with fully renovated interiors. Prices climb past a million on the largest properties. Since renovation quality varies so much, comparing two listings really takes local knowledge.
Por La Mar: Por La Mar sits closer to the ocean with a much wider mix of architecture, from modest older houses to very large custom builds. That location commands a premium, though the variety means entry points still exist if you are willing to renovate. Beach access is the big draw here.
Boca Gardens: Would you rather trade some freedom for amenities? Boca Gardens in West Boca offers roughly 700 villas and townhomes sharing a pool, clubhouse, tennis courts, and trails under a modest HOA. Prices sit well below Montez Gardens, but you give up lot size and privacy.

Frequently Asked Questions About Montez Gardens, Boca Raton

What Do Homes in Montez Gardens Cost?

Recent sales landed between $520,000 and $711,750, with a median around $615,875 and an average near $386 per square foot. Sellers are currently asking $719,900 and $749,000. Condition, lot size, and how much updating a home has had explain most of the difference.

How Competitive is the Montez Gardens Market?

Inventory stays thin, with only a couple of homes listed at any given time. Well-priced renovated houses attract attention fast, while homes needing work tend to sit longer and leave room to negotiate. You will want to watch new listings closely, more so than in bigger communities.

How Old Are the Homes in Montez Gardens?

Every home dates from 1958 to 1969, so all of them are now past sixty years old. Florida insurers usually ask for a four-point inspection at this age, covering roof, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Updated homes with newer systems are generally simpler to insure.

Can You Park a Boat or RV at a Montez Gardens Home?

Since no association restricts it, boat and trailer parking comes down to Boca Raton city code and the space you have. Plenty of homes here offer deep driveways and side yards suited to it. Do check current ordinances, because setback and screening rules still apply.

What Should You Inspect in a 1960s Boca Raton Home?

Start with roof age, then look at the electrical panel, cast iron plumbing, and whether the windows are impact rated. Permit history matters just as much, since decades of owner improvements don't always show up on record. Budget for these when comparing two similar asking prices.

Find Your Home in Montez Gardens with Expert Realtors®

Well-kept 1960s homes on wide East Boca lots don't last long, especially with no association attached. Our Boca Raton real estate agents watch Montez Gardens closely and can tell you the moment something is coming up. Led by Larry Mastropieri, The Mastropieri Group is proud to be the most trusted real estate company in South Florida. We have over 2000+ 5-star online reviews to show for it. Contact us today at 561-544-7000 and let's find your place in Montez Gardens.