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Whisper Walk

Whisper Walk

Suburban Neighborhood in Boca Raton, Florida

Palm Beach County 33496

$462,251 Average Value
$277 Average Price per Sq Ft
84 Homes For Sale

Not just a retirement community

While its namesake subdivision is geared toward adults 55 and older, Boca Raton's larger Whisper Walk neighborhood caters to homebuyers in all stages of life. Highly rated schools, public golf nearby and shops and bakeries serving goods from various cultures ensure that there is a home here for anyone. “The market has slowed down a bit, but I lived there for 32 years. I would go back,” says Debbie Wilson, a broker associate with Preferred Properties International Realty.

A look down at the colorful homes in the Whisper Walk neighborhood of Boca Raton, FL.
A look down at the colorful homes in the Whisper Walk neighborhood of Boca Raton, FL.
You can bring your family and enjoy a day of shopping at the Town Center Mall in Boca Raton.
You can bring your family and enjoy a day of shopping at the Town Center Mall in Boca Raton.
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Attached villas with patios, and more

Whisper Walk is made up of smaller subdivisions, each with its own amenities and home styles. The Whisper Walk subdivision is a 55+ community broken into five sections consisting of attached villas with patios. These homes, built primarily in the 1980s and '90s, feature modern rooflines and simple shapes. Other homes in the area are Mediterranean-inspired homes with copper tile roofs and tall archways or ranch homes in neutral colors with wide driveways. The villas in the neighborhood go for $200,000 to $400,000. Other single-family homes cost between $450,000 and $650,000; larger homes with more bedrooms can cost up to $1 million. Townhouses and condos in Whisper Walk, of which many are lakefront and in a gated community, are generally $400,000 to $500,000. HOA fees are anywhere from under $100 to $800 monthly.

A look at one of the Villas in the Whisper Walk neighborhood of Boca Raton, FL.
A look at one of the Villas in the Whisper Walk neighborhood of Boca Raton, FL.
Stunning lake views are optional when you move to Whisper Walk.
Stunning lake views are optional when you move to Whisper Walk.
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Biomedical program at Omni Middle

Students living in Whisper Walk can attend Whispering Pines Elementary School, which has an A-minus rating on Niche. Omni Middle School, which houses Grade 6 through Grade 8, earns an A-minus rating and offers the Biomedical Health Informatics Academy. Olympic Heights Community High School is rated A and offers six choice programs in fields like finance and culinary arts.

Welcome to Omni Middle School in Boca Raton, FL.
Welcome to Omni Middle School in Boca Raton, FL.
Olympic Heights Community High School in Boca Raton, FL offers learning excellence.
Olympic Heights Community High School in Boca Raton, FL offers learning excellence.
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Public golf at Southwinds

Pinewoods Park is a public green space within walking distance of the neighborhood. It offers three baseball diamonds and a playground. The park is also one of the practice and game sites for West Boca Youth Baseball, a league for kids ages 4 to 16. Southwinds Golf Course, just south of the neighborhood, is a public golf course for those who want to play without committing to a club membership. Local fauna, including otters and iguanas, make their habitats on the grounds. The course is a certified Audubon International Cooperative Sanctuary, with special guidelines to maintain wildlife ecosystems and conserve resources. The West Boca Branch Library has a monthly book club and Tod Squad for group stories, lessons and crafts for younger kids.

Southwinds Golf Course is the main attraction amongst the residents in Whisper Walk.
Southwinds Golf Course is the main attraction amongst the residents in Whisper Walk.
Whisper Walk communities have great amenities to offer.
Whisper Walk communities have great amenities to offer.
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Nosh at Ben’s Kosher Deli

Whisper Walk is home to the only Ben’s Kosher Deli outside of New York. This longtime delicatessen features a long deli counter serving classic Jewish and Eastern European specialties like goulash and knishes. Healthy meals can be found at Fit Foodz Café, a fast-casual eatery that caters to health-conscious diets, including vegan, paleo, and gluten-free. The cafe is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with pre-packaged meal plan options. While there is a Publix in the neighborhood at the Reserve Shopping Center, Doris Italian Market & Bakery sells local seafood, fresh produce, and authentic Italian baked goods and ingredients. The market, which has been in business since 1947, also offers catering and home delivery.

Fit Foodz Restaurant has great menu offerings and all the food is freshly made.
Fit Foodz Restaurant has great menu offerings and all the food is freshly made.
You can even find New York style delis in Whisper Walk neighborhood.
You can even find New York style delis in Whisper Walk neighborhood.
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Surrounded by major roadways

Whisper Walk is bordered by Highway 441 to the west and Florida’s Turnpike to the east. Both roads are direct lines straight to the rest of South Florida. Yamato Road leads to Interstate 95 or the beaches of Boca Raton, less than 10 miles away. Bus stops in the neighborhood are primarily concentrated on Yamato Road. Whisper Walk is directly between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Palm Beach International Airport. Both are about 30 miles away. The nearest hospital is the West Boca Medical Center, about 5 miles away.

Bird's eye view of The Reserve at Boca Raton in the Whisper Walk neighborhood.
Bird's eye view of The Reserve at Boca Raton in the Whisper Walk neighborhood.
Aerial view of Ranch style homes along Yamato Road in the Whisper Walk neighborhood.
Aerial view of Ranch style homes along Yamato Road in the Whisper Walk neighborhood.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Palm Beach International

35 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Whisper Walk US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$383,000
Median Single Family Price
$570,000
Median Townhouse Price
$415,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$277,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Number of Homes for Sale
84
Last 12 months Home Sales
208
Months of Supply
4.80
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,986
Median Year Built
1988
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,745
Below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,436
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,237
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 4
    1 - 6pm

    9694 Boca Gardens Pkwy Unit A, Boca Raton, FL 33496

    $450,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,325 Sq Ft
    • 9694 Boca Gardens Pkwy
    • Unit A
    • New 3 days ago

    This clean, bright, and upgraded townhouse features spacious split bedrooms, each with its own full bath, including a master bath with a tub. Recent updates include replaced indoor copper plumbing, a brand-new roof, fresh paint, and tall ceilings. The stairs and top floor showcase stylish laminate flooring, while the first floor is finished with elegant tile throughout, filling the home with

    Aneta ilieva Highlight Realty Corp/LW

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    12 - 2pm

    9583 Lake Serena Dr, Boca Raton, FL 33496

    $747,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,528 Sq Ft
    • 9583 Lake Serena Dr
    • New 6 days ago

    Welcome to your dream home! This spacious, single-story residence offers over 2,500 square feet of living space with a desirable split-bedroom layout featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Situated on an oversized, fully fenced lot, the property provides plenty of room for comfortable living both inside and out. Recent updates include a new roof (2023) and a new A/C system (2024), along with

    Teresa Forte Keller Williams Realty Boca Raton

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    12 - 2pm

    9305 Flynn Cir Unit 8, Boca Raton, FL 33496

    $399,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,227 Sq Ft
    • 9305 Flynn Cir
    • Unit 8
    • New 16 days ago

    Discover the crown jewel of Town Villas 55+. This brand new, fully renovated home is the epitome of clean modern living. Never before occupied and ready to welcome you. NEW ELECTRICAL, NEW A/C, NEW WATER HEATER, NEW APPLIANCES, NEW IMPACT WINDOW & DOORSAs enter inside this spacious 1,227 sqft residence, you'll be greeted by an abundance of natural light pouring through new hurricane impact

    Perry Melzer Compass Florida LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
8,031
Median Age
53
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.5%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$59,204
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,578

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.8%
College Graduates
38.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.8%
% Population in Labor Force
53.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
60''
Average Winter Low Temperature
59°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

25 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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