There is a common misconception that the gated communities of Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens are only for the very rich. Names like Tiger Woods and Jupiter Island come to mind. So do Frenchman's Creek, Admiral's Cove and other known habitats of the wealthy. But the truth is that, with the help of the right Realtor®, you can find lots of affordable options that are well located and well appointed.
Take The Legends at the Gardens Condominiums at Donald Ross and Central, for example. Built by Centex in 2003. Sold primarily to investors who were out to flip them for a quick profit. But the market turned, and many of those units wound up as rentals, short sales, even foreclosures. What was priced 2 years ago at $310,000 at the height of the market is now available for as low as $159,000 to $199,000, depending on the unit size and condition.
This complex is in Palm Beach Gardens, just across the street from Jupiter. It is catty-corner from Abacoa Plaza, across from the new Scripps complex, and around the corner from FAU. And it's remarkably well designed. Each building is a four-plex with two upstairs units and two down. The lower level tends to be one room larger, usually 3 bedrooms/ two baths, averaging about 1300-1400 square feet. Each unit has a small balcony or patio, it's own built-in garage and access to the lovely enclosed pool area. And wonderful upgrades like gorgeous granite counters, depending on the unit.
The complex is about 7 minutes from downtown Palm Beach Gardens or the Turnpike, depending on your needs. About 3 blocks off I-95. Across the street from several banks and drugstores, a Publix®, Starbucks®, restaurants, cleaners and just about everything else you could possibly want. It is convenient, modestly priced, well kept by the HOA, and surprisingly quiet. All in all, a remarkable value...as you'll see prices listed at liveinjupiter.com
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