Ocean Heights Real Estate Statistics
| Average Price | $6.5M |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $6.5M |
| Highest Price | $6.5M |
| Total Listings | 1 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $1.2K |
Property Types (active listings)
About Ocean Heights in Boca Raton
Ocean Heights, Boca Raton, sits between NE 4th Avenue and NE 5th Avenue. The enclave covers the 400 block of NE 2nd, NE 3rd, and NE 4th Streets. All of it falls east of Federal Highway and north of Palmetto Park Road, inside the 33432 ZIP code. The neighborhood sits inside the Golden Triangle, the downtown wedge framed by the Intracoastal on one side and Mizner Park on the other. Interestingly, the original houses here were modest by today's standards, many of them well under 2,000 square feet.
That is changing fast. Over the past five years, builders have been buying the older homes, tearing them down, and replacing them with three-story contemporary residences. So the streets now hold a genuine mix, with 1,500 square foot originals sitting a few doors from 5,600 square foot new builds. On top of that, no mandatory HOA governs most parcels, which is exactly why the rebuilding has moved so quickly.
Ocean Heights Homes for Sale & Real Estate Market
Few Boca Raton neighborhoods this small see prices climb this fast. Ocean Heights has thin inventory and steep appreciation, even by Boca Raton luxury standards. Only 11 homes have closed here since February 2021, and a single listing is often all that is available. Sold prices over that stretch ran from $1,020,000 to $6,200,000, averaging roughly $2.31 million. Homes measure anywhere from 1,476 to 5,645 square feet, with three to five bedrooms.
The clearest example of the shift sits at 400 NE 4th Street. In February 2021, the original 2,199 square foot house sold for $1,020,000, working out to about $464 per square foot. It came down, and the 5,645 square foot residence built in its place closed at $6,200,000 in December 2024. Even untouched homes gained ground. The house at 434 NE 4th Street moved from $1,700,000 to $1,893,000 in fifteen months with identical square footage. In short, sales averaged $684 per square foot in 2021 and $1,018 by 2024.
Top Highlights of Ocean Heights, Boca Raton
Residence Features
- Contemporary three-story layouts on recent custom builds
- Chef kitchens with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliance packages
- Floor-to-ceiling glass and open-concept living areas
- Main-floor primary suites with full en-suite guest bedrooms
- Impact glass and hurricane-rated doors on newer construction
- Private pools and outdoor entertaining areas
- Two-car garages with paver driveways
- Several homes delivered turnkey and fully furnished
Community Features
- Non-HOA neighborhood with no monthly dues on most parcels
- No architectural review board, only City of Boca Raton permitting
- Ungated streets with very little through traffic
- Walking distance to Mizner Park, downtown dining, and the beach
- Intracoastal marinas and the Boca Inlet minutes away
- Pet-friendly with no community restrictions
- Lots sized for pools, guest suites, and side yards
Location of Ocean Heights in Boca Raton
Ocean Heights holds a prime spot in East Boca Raton, roughly three blocks north of Palmetto Park Road. NE 4th Avenue bounds it to the west and NE 5th Avenue to the east. Federal Highway runs just beyond, while the Intracoastal sits a short walk in the other direction. Residents love this pocket because almost everything worth doing sits within a short walk or a five-minute drive, including these spots.
- Mizner Park: A few blocks west, this open-air plaza holds high-end shops, restaurants, a luxury cinema, and amphitheater concerts.
- Boca Raton Museum of Art: Inside Mizner Park, mixing rotating exhibits with a working art school and year-round classes.
- South Beach Park: Under 2 miles east, offering soft sand, pavilions, showers, and metered parking.
- Red Reef Park: About 1.5 miles northeast, great for snorkeling the natural reef and walking the boardwalk.
- Gumbo Limbo Nature Center: Roughly 2 miles north, with turtle rehabilitation, butterfly gardens, and shaded trails.
- Royal Palm Place: A mile south, a lively village of boutiques, salons, and patio restaurants.
- Boca Raton Golf Club: About a mile south at the historic resort, with well-kept greens and member access.
- Sugar Sand Park: A short drive west, featuring a science playground, carousel, and community theater.
Educational Institutions Near Ocean Heights Neighborhood
When it comes to raising a family, schools matter as much as square footage. The neighborhood draws on well-rated public campuses run by the Palm Beach County School District. Several respected private schools also sit within a short drive.
Elementary Schools
- Boca Raton Elementary School
- Addison Mizner K-8 School
- J. C. Mitchell Elementary School
- Verde Elementary School
- Calusa Elementary School
- Sunrise Park Elementary School
- Hammock Pointe Elementary School
Middle and High Schools
- Boca Raton Community Middle School
- Boca Raton Community High School
- Spanish River Community High School
- Olympic Heights Community High School
- West Boca Raton Community High School
- Florida Atlantic University High School
Private Schools
- Saint Andrew's School (PK-12)
- Pine Crest School (PK-8 Boca Raton campus)
- Grandview Preparatory School
- Saint John Paul II Academy
- Donna Klein Jewish Academy
- Boca Raton Christian School
- American Heritage School
Colleges and Universities
- Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
- Lynn University
- Palm Beach State College
- Palm Beach Atlantic University
- Everglades University
- Nova Southeastern University
- Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
Medical Facilities Near Ocean Heights Neighborhood
- Boca Raton Regional Hospital - Baptist Health
- Marcus Neuroscience Institute
- Lynn Cancer Institute
- Delray Medical Center
- Cleveland Clinic Florida
- Sollis Health Boca Raton
- MD Now Urgent Care
Top 5 Alternatives to Ocean Heights in Boca Raton
Since Ocean Heights can go months without a listing, it pays to keep a second search running. These five East Boca Raton neighborhoods cover similar ground.
Por La Mar
Por La Mar sits just south of Palmetto Park Road and gives you the same walk-to-everything position with far more inventory. Modest older houses sit beside very large custom builds, so entry points still exist for buyers willing to renovate. It is the closest match to Ocean Heights on lifestyle, with considerably better odds of finding something available.
Golden Harbour
Boaters should look at Golden Harbour, where most homes back onto deepwater canals with private dockage and quick Intracoastal access. Prices reach well into eight figures on the best lots. Choose it if keeping a yacht behind the house matters more to you than strolling to Mizner Park after dinner.
Boca Villas
Boca Villas covers the blocks northwest of downtown, blending 1950s originals with fresh construction much like Ocean Heights. Entry pricing generally lands below the Golden Triangle while school zoning stays the same. Lots run a little smaller here, though the walkability to Mizner Park and Sanborn Square holds up nicely.
Camino Gardens
A short drive west, Camino Gardens trades downtown proximity for quarter-acre lots and a quieter, more established streetscape. Several homes back onto interior waterways with private docks. This one suits buyers who want space, mature landscaping, and calm streets more than a walkable night out downtown. Expect larger lots for similar money.
Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club
At the top of the Boca Raton market, Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club offers guard-gated estates with deepwater access and optional club membership. Prices here regularly pass $20 million. The tradeoff is a gated enclave rather than the open downtown street grid that defines Ocean Heights, along with a longer drive to Mizner Park.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ocean Heights, Boca Raton
Where Exactly Is Ocean Heights in Boca Raton?
The neighborhood covers the 400 block of NE 2nd, NE 3rd, and NE 4th Streets, between NE 4th Avenue and NE 5th Avenue. That places it east of Federal Highway and three blocks north of Palmetto Park Road, inside the 33432 ZIP code.
How Many Homes Are in Ocean Heights?
Ocean Heights is one of the smallest pockets in East Boca Raton. Only nine addresses have changed hands since 2021, and a single home is often all that is listed. That scarcity keeps the neighborhood tightly held among downtown buyers.
What Do Homes in Ocean Heights Sell For?
Sales since 2021 range from $1,020,000 to $6,200,000, averaging about $2.31 million. Per square foot, that spans $464 to $1,218. Condition drives the gap, since original 1,500 square foot houses and new 5,600 square foot builds sit at opposite ends.
Does Ocean Heights Have an HOA?
Most parcels here carry no mandatory homeowners association, so there are no monthly dues and no architectural review board. Renovations answer to City of Boca Raton permitting instead. Downtown zoning and height limits still apply, so confirm what your lot allows before planning a rebuild.
Why Are Builders Buying in Ocean Heights?
The land is worth more than much of the housing on it. One home at 400 NE 4th Street sold for $1,020,000 in 2021, then closed at $6,200,000 after a rebuild in 2024. Walkable beach and downtown access makes that math work.
Can You Walk to the Beach from Ocean Heights?
Yes, and walkability is much of the draw. The sand sits under two miles east, while Mizner Park and downtown dining are a few blocks west. Residents here run errands on foot far more than most Boca Raton neighborhoods allow.
Explore the Top Ocean Heights Listings with Experts!
Nine addresses have traded here in five years, so waiting for a portal alert usually means waiting too long. Our luxury Realtors® work these three streets directly and often hear about homes before they list. We can also tell you which lots pencil out for a rebuild once permitting and height limits are factored in. We will also pull the full sales history on any address you are weighing, so you know what the seller paid and when. The Mastropieri Group has closed deals across East Boca Raton for decades. Call 561-544-7000 or send us a message, and let's get you through the door first.
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