Gated Communites vs Non-Gated Communities in Boca Raton, FL

Gated Communites vs Non-Gated Communities in Boca Raton, FL

Boca Raton and Delray Beach are made up of many gated communities as well as non-gated communities.    There are definite differences between the two.  If you are planning buy a house in Boca Raton or Delray Beach  area,  you need to know your options.. 

Gated communities are a way of life in Boca and Delray.  The best way to describe them are midway between a home on a street and a country club.  Gated communities have no equity, although they do have monthly maintenance.  If you live in a gated community, it is mandatory that you be part of the homeowners' association.  This is not voluntary.  The HOA has rules and regulations that must be followed.  People who live in gated communities agree to abide by these rules and regulations. 

Non-gated communities are also a way of life in Boca and Delray.  There are many subdivisions that are simply not gated.  These communities also have a mandatory homeowners' association and monthly maintenance, although it tends to be less than in gated communities.   Some people prefer this type of home ownership.  It is a personal preference.

There are certain criteria to take into consideration when deciding what type of home to look for.  For example, if you have pets, this is important to know.  If you have what is considered an "aggressive" breed of dog,  please consider a house on a street.    Gated communities have pet restrictions.   do not allow  what they consider aggressive breeds.   In fact, if you have one of these pets, you may have to go to a home on a street as opposed to a non-gated community.  

Another factor to take into consideration is can you live with the homeowners' rules and regulations of the community.    If you think you can, great; if you think you can't, then gated communities are not for you. 

There are many things to consider when buying a new home.  Your Realtor can be a great source of information and help guide you in making this decision.  

Please contact me for information on gated communites as well as non-gated communitiesin the Boca Raton/Delray Beach/Boynton Beach area.   I can be reached at (561) 716-7824 phone/text or email at Elyse@ElyseBerman.com

Gated Communities vs Non-Gated Communities in Boca Raton FL