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Delray Villas, Delray Beach

Compare the Delray Villas 55+ Plats in Delray Beach

A buyer's guide to the community's five plats, from neighborhood pools and Campanelli models to garages, water views, and HOA structure.

Paul’s documented 10-year record in Delray Villas

Sales experience in this community.

Closed sales
17
Closed volume
$3,354,400
Average sale price
$197,318

Recorded closed, non-rental sales from September 21, 2016 through September 21, 2026.

Reviewed 2026 by Paul Saperstein, Broker Associate, SRES®

eXp Realty LLC

Source-led guideCommunity-wide details are a starting point. HOA, court, club, condominium, section, and home-specific information can differ. Current governing documents and written association responses control.

Community at a Glance

How many homes are in Delray Villas?

Delray Villas has approximately 1,126 homes across five plats, with shared recreation and plat-specific associations.

Homes: Approximately 1,126 homes across five plats.

Section breakdown: Five plats have their own associations alongside the Recreation Association. Confirm the exact plat.

How many homes are in Delray Villas?

Delray Villas has approximately 1,126 homes across five plats, with shared recreation and plat-specific associations. Community information should always be verified for the exact association and property.

Amenities

Amenities at Delray Villas

Amenities: Confirmed guide amenities include pool, tennis, pickleball, bocce, shuffleboard, theater.

  • Amenities referenced for Delray Villas include pool, tennis, pickleball, bocce, shuffleboard, theater.
  • Verify current access, court configuration, reservations, and programming for the exact association before relying on an amenity.

Amenities, access, court configurations, reservations, and programming can change. Verify the current details with the exact association.

Does Delray Villas have pickleball?

Pickleball is referenced for Delray Villas. Confirm whether courts are dedicated, shared, or striped, plus current access and reservations, with the exact association.

Does it have tennis?

Tennis is referenced for Delray Villas. Confirm the current court configuration, access, and reservations with the exact association.

Is there a clubhouse and pool?

Delray Villas is described with pool amenities. Confirm exact access with the association.

Is golf or country-club membership required?

Golf and country-club access are not confirmed as part of ownership for this exact guide. Verify any membership requirement with the exact association or club.

One community, distinct choices

Delray Villas has 1,126 homes across five plats, with four different HOA groups to compare.

All Delray Villas residents share access to the central Recreation Association facilities. The meaningful differences are at the plat level: home style, local pool, garage availability, water setting, neighborhood size, and the association that manages the property.

The right question is not simply whether Delray Villas is a fit. It is which plat and individual home best fit the way you want to live.

Plat comparison

Start with the home type and lifestyle feature that matters most.

PlatHomesHousingLocal poolGarageBest-known distinction
Plat 1274Varied villas and homesYesProperty-specificHousing variety and local pool
Plat 2176Campanelli twin homesYesOriginal models include garagesBermuda, Bahama, Bimini, and wetlands border
Plat 3186Single-story villasYesProperty-specificResident-run HOA and Plat 3-only pool
Plat 4/5491Single and duplex villasMain recreation poolAvailableLargest group, larger homes, lakes and canals

Best fit by priority

There is no universal winner, but there are useful places to begin.

Housing variety and pool

Plat 1. Start here for varied villa and home styles, waterfront opportunities, and a neighborhood pool.

Defined models and garage

Plat 2. The Bermuda, Bahama, and Bimini homes offer the clearest floor-plan story, with garage space and a wetlands border.

Smaller resident-run setting

Plat 3. Its 186-home scale, Plat 3-only pool, and resident-run association set it apart.

Waterfront and larger selection

Plat 4/5. Begin here for lake and canal options, larger villa potential, garages, and the largest combined HOA group.

Pools and shared amenities

Choose a plat for its home and setting, not for pickleball or the theater.

Plats 1, 2, and 3 have their own neighborhood pools. Plat 4/5 uses the central recreation pool. Every plat has access to the shared heated pool, Jacuzzi, fitness center, pickleball, tennis, bocce, shuffleboard, horseshoes, theater, card room, billiards, crafts, library, clubs, and activities.

That means a buyer should focus the plat comparison on local pool preference, garage, floor plan, water view, neighborhood size, and association structure.

Two levels of association

Compare total ownership obligations, not just one HOA number.

Each home is part of its individual plat HOA and the Delray Villas Recreation Association. The plat HOA manages neighborhood-specific responsibilities, while the Recreation Association operates the shared amenity campus for all 1,126 homes.

Before making an offer, review the current budget, reserves, assessment information, insurance responsibilities, roof and exterior obligations, rental and pet rules, architectural controls, and what each assessment covers.

Paul's take

Pick the best available home, then make sure its plat supports your priorities.

Start with a short list: garage requirement, water-view preference, local pool, desired square footage, renovation level, and total ownership cost. Then compare the strongest available homes across the relevant plats. A great home in the right condition can outweigh a small plat-level difference.

Frequently asked questions about the Delray Villas plats

How many plats are in Delray Villas?

Delray Villas has five plats. Plats 4 and 5 operate together through one homeowners association, so buyers often compare four HOA groups: Plat 1, Plat 2, Plat 3, and Plat 4/5.

What is the difference between the Delray Villas plats?

The plats differ in home types, number of homes, neighborhood pools, garage opportunities, waterfront settings, and HOA structure. All share access to the Delray Villas Recreation Association facilities.

Which Delray Villas plats have their own pools?

Plats 1, 2, and 3 have neighborhood pools. Plat 4/5 residents use the central Recreation Association pool and facilities.

Which plat has Bermuda, Bahama, and Bimini models?

Plat 2 has the three original Campanelli models: Bermuda, Bahama, and Bimini.

Which plat borders Wakodahatchee Wetlands?

Plat 2 borders Wakodahatchee Wetlands.

Which Delray Villas plat is best for a garage?

Plat 2 is the clearest starting point because its original Campanelli models include garage space. Plat 4/5 also has garage homes.

Which plat is best for waterfront living?

Start with Plat 4/5 for the strongest lake and canal identity, then compare actual available homes across all plats when the view is the priority.

Which plat has the most homes?

Plat 4/5 has approximately 491 residences, making it the largest Delray Villas HOA group.

Which plat has the fewest homes?

Plat 2 is the smallest, with 176 homes.

Does Delray Villas have pickleball?

Yes. Pickleball is part of the central Recreation Association amenity package shared by all plats.

Do all Delray Villas plats use the same recreation center?

Yes. Residents of all five plats have access to the central Delray Villas Recreation Association facilities.

Which Delray Villas plat is best?

There is no universal best plat. The strongest choice depends on the specific home, layout, condition, view, garage, association finances, and your lifestyle priorities.

Explore the plats

Fees & Association Rules

Confirm the current terms for the exact address before making an offer. A listing is not a substitute for the current association documents. Listing-based information is unconfirmed unless the applicable association confirms it in writing.

Delray Villas: exact property association

If the property has a separate neighborhood, building, master association or club, request a separate fee and rules package for each.

HOA / condo fee amount and payment frequency
Contact the association to confirm.

Request the current fee amount and whether it is paid monthly, quarterly or annually.

Source: current association or governing-document confirmation needed.
Last verified: not verified.

What the fee includes
Contact the association to confirm.

Request an itemized list of included services and owner responsibilities, including any separate master, recreation or club charges.

Source: current association or governing-document confirmation needed.
Last verified: not verified.

Rental restrictions
Contact the association to confirm.

Confirm the minimum lease term, ownership waiting period, rental cap, leases per year and tenant approval requirements.

Source: current association or governing-document confirmation needed.
Last verified: not verified.

Pet restrictions
Contact the association to confirm.

Confirm the permitted number of pets, size or weight limits, breed limits, and any differences for owners and tenants.

Source: current association or governing-document confirmation needed.
Last verified: not verified.

Capital contribution, application and transfer fees
Contact the association to confirm.

Request the current buyer charges, payment timing and refundability.

Source: current association or governing-document confirmation needed.
Last verified: not verified.

Property management / association contact
Contact the association to confirm.

Confirm the company or association name, phone, email and official website for the exact property.

Source: current association or governing-document confirmation needed.
Last verified: not verified.

What do the available listing examples report?

Unconfirmed listing-based information. These examples are not current fee schedules or governing documents. Each applies only to the reported listing and association or subdivision. A closed listing does not establish today’s fees or rules.

DELRAY VILLAS: listing B26029714, 2026-05-18

Reported subdivision: DELRAY VILLAS. Association: not identified. Master association: not identified.

HOA / condo fee amount and payment frequency
Unconfirmed listing report

$280 Monthly

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current fee amount and whether it is paid monthly, quarterly or annually.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2026-05-18. Last verified: not verified with the association.

What the fee includes
Unconfirmed listing report

Cable TV; Common Areas; Maintenance Grounds

Contact the association to confirm. Request an itemized list of included services and owner responsibilities, including any separate master, recreation or club charges.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2026-05-18. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Rental restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Leasing - Minimum Number of Days (90); Leasing - Max Times Per Year (1); Lease Restrictions

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the minimum lease term, ownership waiting period, rental cap, leases per year and tenant approval requirements.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2026-05-18. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Pet restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Total Weight Limit (Pets): 25; Pet Fee YN: No; Pets allowed: Yes; Breed Restrictions; Size Limit

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the permitted number of pets, size or weight limits, breed limits, and any differences for owners and tenants.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2026-05-18. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Capital contribution, application and transfer fees
Unconfirmed listing report

$1,680 (MLS listing field)

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current buyer charges, payment timing and refundability.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2026-05-18. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Property management / association contact
Unconfirmed listing report

Association phone: 561-381-7725 Association email: info@delrayvillas45.com Association website: https://www.delrayvillas45.com

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the company or association name, phone, email and official website for the exact property.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2026-05-18. Last verified: not verified with the association.

DELRAY VILLAS: listing R11092472, 2025-05-20

Reported subdivision: DELRAY VILLAS. Association: not identified. Master association: not identified.

HOA / condo fee amount and payment frequency
Unconfirmed listing report

$270 Monthly

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current fee amount and whether it is paid monthly, quarterly or annually.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-05-20. Last verified: not verified with the association.

What the fee includes
Unconfirmed listing report

Cable TV; Recreation Facility; Common Areas; Pest Control; Maintenance Grounds

Contact the association to confirm. Request an itemized list of included services and owner responsibilities, including any separate master, recreation or club charges.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-05-20. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Rental restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Leasing - Max Times Per Year (1); Leasing Prohibited 1st Year

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the minimum lease term, ownership waiting period, rental cap, leases per year and tenant approval requirements.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-05-20. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Pet restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Maximum Number Of Pets: 1; Total Weight Limit (Pets): 25; Pets allowed: Yes; Breed Restrictions; Size Limit

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the permitted number of pets, size or weight limits, breed limits, and any differences for owners and tenants.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-05-20. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Capital contribution, application and transfer fees

No detail reported in this listing example.

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current buyer charges, payment timing and refundability.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-05-20. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Property management / association contact

No detail reported in this listing example.

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the company or association name, phone, email and official website for the exact property.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-05-20. Last verified: not verified with the association.

DELRAY VILLAS: listing R11075113, 2025-03-25

Reported subdivision: DELRAY VILLAS. Association: not identified. Master association: not identified.

HOA / condo fee amount and payment frequency
Unconfirmed listing report

$270 Monthly

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current fee amount and whether it is paid monthly, quarterly or annually.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-03-25. Last verified: not verified with the association.

What the fee includes
Unconfirmed listing report

Cable TV; Common Areas; Pest Control; Maintenance Grounds

Contact the association to confirm. Request an itemized list of included services and owner responsibilities, including any separate master, recreation or club charges.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-03-25. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Rental restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Leasing Prohibited 1st Year; Lease Restrictions

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the minimum lease term, ownership waiting period, rental cap, leases per year and tenant approval requirements.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-03-25. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Pet restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Total Weight Limit (Pets): 20; Pets allowed: Yes; Breed Restrictions; Pet Restrictions Possible; Size Limit

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the permitted number of pets, size or weight limits, breed limits, and any differences for owners and tenants.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-03-25. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Capital contribution, application and transfer fees
Unconfirmed listing report

$1,620 (MLS listing field)

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current buyer charges, payment timing and refundability.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-03-25. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Property management / association contact

No detail reported in this listing example.

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the company or association name, phone, email and official website for the exact property.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2025-03-25. Last verified: not verified with the association.

DELRAY VILLAS: listing R11039817, 2024-11-23

Reported subdivision: DELRAY VILLAS. Association: not identified. Master association: not identified.

HOA / condo fee amount and payment frequency
Unconfirmed listing report

$270 Monthly

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current fee amount and whether it is paid monthly, quarterly or annually.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-11-23. Last verified: not verified with the association.

What the fee includes
Unconfirmed listing report

Cable TV; Common Areas; Maintenance Grounds

Contact the association to confirm. Request an itemized list of included services and owner responsibilities, including any separate master, recreation or club charges.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-11-23. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Rental restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Leasing Prohibited 1st Year

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the minimum lease term, ownership waiting period, rental cap, leases per year and tenant approval requirements.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-11-23. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Pet restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Maximum Number Of Pets: 1; Total Weight Limit (Pets): 20; Pets allowed: Yes; Breed Restrictions

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the permitted number of pets, size or weight limits, breed limits, and any differences for owners and tenants.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-11-23. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Capital contribution, application and transfer fees
Unconfirmed listing report

$1,620 (MLS listing field)

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current buyer charges, payment timing and refundability.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-11-23. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Property management / association contact
Unconfirmed listing report

Association phone: 561-381-7725 Association website: https://www.delrayvillas45.com

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the company or association name, phone, email and official website for the exact property.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-11-23. Last verified: not verified with the association.

DELRAY VILLAS: listing R10995296, 2024-06-11

Reported subdivision: DELRAY VILLAS. Association: not identified. Master association: not identified.

HOA / condo fee amount and payment frequency
Unconfirmed listing report

$227 Monthly

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current fee amount and whether it is paid monthly, quarterly or annually.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-06-11. Last verified: not verified with the association.

What the fee includes
Unconfirmed listing report

Cable TV; Recreation Facility; Trash; Pest Control; Maintenance Grounds

Contact the association to confirm. Request an itemized list of included services and owner responsibilities, including any separate master, recreation or club charges.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-06-11. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Rental restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Leasing - Max Times Per Year (1); Leasing Prohibited 1st 2 Years

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the minimum lease term, ownership waiting period, rental cap, leases per year and tenant approval requirements.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-06-11. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Pet restrictions
Unconfirmed listing report

Maximum Number Of Pets: 1; Total Weight Limit (Pets): 20; Pets allowed: Yes; Size Limit; Pet Restrictions Possible

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the permitted number of pets, size or weight limits, breed limits, and any differences for owners and tenants.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-06-11. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Capital contribution, application and transfer fees
Unconfirmed listing report

$1,500 (MLS listing field)

Contact the association to confirm. Request the current buyer charges, payment timing and refundability.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-06-11. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Property management / association contact

No detail reported in this listing example.

Contact the association to confirm. Confirm the company or association name, phone, email and official website for the exact property.

Source: Community_Listing_Dashboard.xlsx · Raw Data tab; listing fields are examples, not governing documents..
Listing date: 2024-06-11. Last verified: not verified with the association.

Provide the property address, association name and any listing or document you want to review.

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Reviewed 2026

Use the exact community record before you decide.

This guide is a practical starting point for comparing communities. HOA, court, club, condominium, section, and home-specific information can differ within the same broader community.

For the residence you are considering, the current governing documents, association package, club information, and written association response control.

One-time closing cost

Ask about the capital contribution before you make an offer.

Some associations require a one-time capital contribution or transfer fee at closing. It is separate from the monthly association fee and can apply to a master association, a neighborhood association, or both.

Confirm the current amount, who pays it, when it is due, and whether it is refundable for the exact home. Association requirements can change, so rely on the current written association package before you commit.

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