Real Estate Deals: Boca Grove, Cloisters and Estancia

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Boca Grove Plantation is a gated community located on Glades Road, just east of the Florida Turnpike. Amenities include a large clubhouse, exercise room, golf course, tennis, pool and hot tub. There are basketball courts, and bike and jogging paths as well. Owners must purchase equity membership for $70,000. Students in this community go to Del Prado Elementary School, Omni Middle School and Spanish River Community High School.

7478 Valencia Drive; image and map data by Google
7478 Valencia Drive; image and map data by Google

The custom estate home at 7478 Valencia Drive sold for $982,500. It has 4 bedrooms and 4.2 bathrooms in 4982 sq. ft. of living space. The wide open floor plan boasts custom his and her bathrooms and marble floors. The gourmet kitchen has granite counter tops, a very large island, stainless steel appliances including sub-zero and a gas range. A unique feature is the glass door wine cellar in the formal dining room. The marble pool deck and heated pool with spa are on the waterfront. Built in 2005.
The European style home at 21296 Bellechasse Ct sold for $570,000. It has 4 bedrooms and 4.1 bathrooms in 3769 sq. ft. of living space. The floor plan is great for entertaining with lots of upgrades and natural light. The chef’s kitchen has been remodeled and includes designer cabinetry and granite counter tops. The master suite has a sitting are and large master bath with his/her bathrooms. The in ground pool has views of the golf course. Built in 1985, it was previously purchased for $765,000 in 2006.
Cloisters of Boca Del Mar
Boca Del Mar is a master planned residential community located off Palmetto Park Road and Palmetto Park Circle, west of I-95 and east of the Florida Turnpike. Boca Del Mar has a population of almost 25,000 residents and is composed of many small communities, including the gated Cloisters.  Students attend Verde Elementary School, Omni Middle School and Spanish River Community High School.
The Mediterranean style home at 6142 Vista Linda Lane sold for $615,000. It has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in 2927 sq. ft. of living space. The open kitchen has granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and wood cabinets. The master bedroom is on the ground floor and leads out to the patio and pool. The upstairs features a loft and upgrades bathrooms.  Built in 1988.
The courtyard home at 6154 Vista Linda Lane sold for $540,000. It has 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms in 2816 sq. ft. of living space. The home features carpet and ceramic tile throughout. The bath in the master bedroom has dual sinks and a separate tub and shower. There is an in ground pool and spa. Built in 1993, this home was sold for $625,000 in 2005.
Both properties are located just a bit south of the Outback Steakhouse on SW 18th.
Estancia is a gated community located south of Glades Road near Powerline. Amenities include sidewalks, basketball and tennis courts and jogging paths. Students attend Del Prado Elementary School, Omni Middle School and Spanish River Community High School.
7133 Encina Lane; image and map data by Google
7133 Encina Lane; image and map data by Google

The large ranch home at 7133 Encina Lane sold for $830,000. It has 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in 3734 sq. ft. of living space. The circular drive leads to a covered porte cochere. The family room has a vaulted ceiling, fireplace and wet bar. There is a formal living room and dining room. The kitchen has granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and a double wall oven. The sink overlooks the backyard. French doors lead out to the pool and garden in a bit of a courtyard layout.  This home was originally sold for $290,000 in 1980.
The contemporary home at 7672 Estrella Circle sold for $575,000. It has 4 bedrooms and 2.1 bathrooms in 2981 sq. ft. of living space. The large kitchen has granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and windows looking onto the garden. The living room and family room boast wood floors and a fireplace. A nice feature is the screened in patio and pool surrounded by pavers. The pool has views of the canal.  Purchased for $240,000 in 1992 it was built in 1980 for $286,200.