Old Floresta & Boca Square
Historic homes, canopy streets and central convenience.
Where it is
Central-east Boca Raton, west of downtown and east of I-95 in parts.
The vibe
Quiet and established, with mature trees, distinctive architecture and easy access to downtown.
Neighborhood highlights
- Old Floresta historic district
- Boca Raton Community Hospital area
- Downtown access
- Canopy streets
Neighborhoods within 33486
Where to eat
- Palmetto Park RoadLocal dining a short trip east or west.
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Things to do & see
- Old FlorestaA historic residential district associated with Addison Mizner's era.
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Claim this business - Downtown cultural districtMuseums, performances and public events nearby.
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Where to shop
- Downtown BocaBoutiques and services close by.
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Claim this business - Palmetto Park corridorEveryday retail and neighborhood services.
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Parks & green space
- Meadows ParkNeighborhood recreation and open space.
- Sugar Sand ParkA short trip west for trails and family activities.
Schools
- Addison Mizner School
- Boca Raton Community High School
Housing
Historic Mediterranean Revival residences mix with mid-century and newer homes. Many streets have mature landscaping and individual character.
Getting around
Downtown, I-95, schools and medical services are close, though most daily trips are easiest by car.
A little history
Old Floresta was developed during Boca Raton's 1920s building boom and remains one of the city's most recognizable historic neighborhoods.
Living here
The appeal is character, shade and central location rather than master-planned uniformity.
Visiting for the first time
Respect the residential setting while viewing historic architecture, then continue into downtown for public attractions.
Architectural character
Old Floresta preserves a distinctive chapter of Boca Raton's Mediterranean Revival development.
A central neighborhood
Residents are minutes from downtown while living on quieter, tree-lined streets.