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.

By Paul SapersteinBroker Associate, SRES® · eXp Realty LLC

Reviewed August 20, 2026Community facts are checked against official association and community materials, current property records, and current listing information where applicable.

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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.

Plat	Homes	Housing	Local pool	Garage	Best-known distinction
Plat 1	274	Varied villas and homes	Yes	Property-specific	Housing variety and local pool
Plat 2	176	Campanelli twin homes	Yes	Original models include garages	Bermuda, Bahama, Bimini, and wetlands border
Plat 3	186	Single-story villas	Yes	Property-specific	Resident-run HOA and Plat 3-only pool
Plat 4/5	491	Single and duplex villas	Main recreation pool	Available	Largest 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.

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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

Explore Plat 1 Explore Plat 2 Explore Plat 3 Explore Plat 4/5

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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