Abacoa
Suburban Neighborhood in Jupiter, Florida
Palm Beach County 33458
Modern homes with personality
Abacoa was the vision of developer George de Guardiola, for a locale that embodies “new urbanism” — a walkable space with a blend of residential and commercial development. Construction commenced in 1997, and there are now more than a dozen separate neighborhoods within the community. Most of the communities have their own pools and other resources, says Levine, who has lived in Palm Beach County for about 20 years. The homes that fill these neighborhoods were carefully planned out to provide variety — “cookie-cutter” isn’t part of the lexicon. “They were really good [about] building a community, not just a row of houses,” Levine says. “In each one of those subdivisions, you’re not seeing the same house over and over again.” The mix includes single-family homes with Mediterranean and Craftsman influences, but also some sizable townhomes, many of them pushing 2,000 square feet. Single-family houses here average almost 2,600 square feet. Houses fill grassy green lots, often totaling between one-tenth and one-fifth of an acre. Most of the townhomes here have price tags starting in the $300,000s and up to the mid-$700,000s, while the traditional single-family homes can start in the $600,000s and top out at around $3 million for something over 4,000 or 5,000 square feet.
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Green space is essential
Among Abacoa’s marks is its preserved green space — the community includes almost 400 acres of it. The biggest outdoor asset here is a 260-acre greenway that’s a tranquil place for a stroll through the area’s foliage. “In Abacoa, by having green space and the greenway and walking trails it allows you to have this peaceful separation in that you are surrounded by nature,” Levine says. “And it’s lovely.” Those seeking some competition, meanwhile, can take advantage of Abacoa Community Park, where there’s an expansive concrete hockey rink, lighted tennis courts, basketball courts and a skate park. Or they can head to the well-kept Abacoa Golf Club, which has a public 18-hole course.Locals can also enjoy a nice day out at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium here — the spring training home of the St. Louis Cardinals and the Miami Marlins in February and March, and the home to two Cardinals and Marlins minor league teams apiece from April to September. Spring training brings an influx of baseball fans to the area, Levine says. “It really creates a different level of excitement and engagement around spring training baseball,” he says.
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Well-regarded schools come close by
This area’s mixed-use makeup includes multiple public schools, part of the School District of Palm Beach County, which carries a B-plus rating on Niche and is No. 2 on the site’s list of the best school districts in the Miami area. The Palm Beach County system allows students to apply for programs at schools outside of their attendance zones, but many in Abacoa are within walking distance of campuses like Lighthouse Elementary, which has a B-minus rating and serves those in prekindergarten through second grade. Then kids can progress to the A-minus-rated Beacon Cove Intermediate. Both Lighthouse and Beacon Cove offer afterschool programs. The A-minus-rated Independence Middle can be next, for grades 6 to 8, a school that offers special programs in topics like pre-law and pre-medical sciences. Then William T. Dwyer High, which has an A rating, includes programs in everything from culinary arts to construction. Abacoa is also home to Florida Atlantic University’s John D. MacArthur Campus at Jupiter, a science hub, with headquarters for FAU’s Brain Institute and the Institute for Human Health and Disease Intervention.
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Travel is eased by location
Among Abacoa’s conveniences is that the thoroughfare of Donald Ross Road runs right by the community, a stretch that can take locals right to the coast in Juno Beach. This area is also adjacent to Interstate 95, linking people with the rest of the region. “It’s so well located within the north Palm Beach County area that you’re between 10 to 16 minutes parked at the beach,” Levine says. “You’re on I-95 and less than 25 minutes to the Palm Beach International Airport.” There are also multiple stops in the PalmTran bus system within Abacoa.
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A distinct downtown
One of this area’s signature features is Downtown Abacoa, a particularly walkable sphere with several eateries and other local businesses, from a salon to a martial arts school. The downtown district almost resembles an outdoor mall, and it’s a slice of this community that has inspired other localities, like Port St. Lucie. “A lot of other communities are trying to do the same thing with their downtown areas,” Ramos says. “They’re trying to create a downtown sector where people can walk and shop and eat.” Popular downtown restaurants include Copacabana Cuban Cuisine, for not just the food and drinks but also the live music and dancing. Meanwhile Crux Coffee Roasters, a couple of doors down, is a casual spot for locals to get their caffeine fix and a breakfast sandwich. And locals can grab groceries and other essentials at Abacoa’s Publix, just about a mile south.
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Community events are common
One of Abacoa’s design principles is connectivity, which comes across in a physical sense thanks in part to the sidewalks that line many of the streets here. But social connectivity is prevalent here, too, evidenced by the area’s array of community events. The list includes recurring offerings like Food Truck Fridays, which take place downtown on the second and fourth Friday of each month. Annual events include the Feast of Little Italy, a three-day street festival featuring several live performances and myriad vendors, including plenty of food. There’s also the two-day ArtiGras in February, an arts festival that draws artists from some 40 states, plus Canada. “There's a constant effort. They’re constantly scheduling events that touch many different interests,” Levine says.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Christina Calderaio
Christina Calderaio
William Raveis Florida, LLC
(561) 658-4204
71 Total Sales
1 in Abacoa
$426,500 Price
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Michael Kessler
Michael Kessler
LPT REALTY, LLC
(561) 475-3224
66 Total Sales
2 in Abacoa
$605K - $870K Price Range
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Adriana Fabbri Kerns, P.A
Adriana Fabbri Kerns, P.A
Concierge Properties LLC
(561) 677-9750
92 Total Sales
1 in Abacoa
$316,000 Price
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Lisa Grehn
Lisa Grehn
LoKation
(561) 287-7818
77 Total Sales
1 in Abacoa
$480,000 Price
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Sean Stone
Sean Stone
BluEdge Professional Real Estate
(930) 212-3268
8 Total Sales
1 in Abacoa
$1,190,000 Price
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Marjorie Mendez PA
Marjorie Mendez PA
Keller Williams Realty - Welli
(561) 468-3865
43 Total Sales
1 in Abacoa
$389,000 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Indian Creek Park
Officer Bruce St Laurent Park
- Playground
The Heights of Jupiter Park
FIND Dog Park
- Dog Park
Maplewood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Margaret Berman Memorial Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Abacoa | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Abacoa Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Abacoa, Jupiter sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Abacoa, Jupiter over the last 12 months is $704,950, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$724,700
Median Sale Price
$704,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,165,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$599,999
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$383,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
210
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$382
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,241
Number of Homes for Sale
91
Median Year Built
2003
Months of Supply
5.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,590
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,776
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,141
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
840
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
504
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1411:30am - 1:30pm
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 142 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,302 - $6,652 per month
- The Sophia at Abacoa
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 605+ Sq Ft
- 863 University Blvd
- Jupiter, FL
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,478
Median Age
39
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$113,369
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,963
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
57.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
62''
Average Winter Low Temperature
58°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35
/ 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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