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$1,075,000
3beds
1,489sqft

1278 SW 5TH Street, Boca Raton, FL 33486

3beds
1,489sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1961
2 Open parking spaces
$722 price/sqft

What's special

Two additional bedroom suitesSeparate laundry roomOpen-floor planGourmet kitchenImpact windows and doorsPrimary suiteStainless steel appliances

Reimagined St. Barts-inspired Boca Square Residence sited in East Boca Raton's sought-after enclave. A brick driveway leads to a motor court welcoming you to this organic tropical modern residence updated to today's living standards. An open-floor plan features wide plank porcelain floors throughout. The gourmet kitchen features slim-line shaker cabinetry, [countertop material] countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The Primary suite boasts a spa-like bathroom/cabana and wardrobe. Two additional bedroom suites are provided for guests. An expansive lanai with a pecky cypress ceiling is perfect for entertaining alongside the bean-shaped pool with lush private landscaping. Other amenities include a separate laundry room, impact windows and doors and re-roofed in 2025. DISCLAIMER: Information published or otherwise provided by the listing company and its representatives including but not limited to prices, measurements, square footages, lot sizes, calculations, statistics, and videos are deemed reliable but are not guaranteed and are subject to errors, omissions or changes without notice. All such information should be independently verified by any prospective purchaser or seller. Parties should perform their own due diligence to verify such information prior to a sale or listing. Listing company expressly disclaims any warranty or representation regarding such information. Prices published are either list price, sold price, and/or last asking price. The listing company participates in the Multiple Listing Service and IDX. The properties published as listed and sold are not necessarily exclusive to listing company and may be listed or have sold with other members of the Multiple Listing Service. Transactions where listing company represented both buyers and sellers are calculated as two sales. "No payments made until title passes" Some affiliations may not be applicable to certain geographic areas. If your property is currently listed with another broker, please disregard any solicitation for services. Information published or otherwise provided by seller, listing company or its representatives is deemed reliable but are not guaranteed and subject to errors, omissions, or changes without notice. Copyright 2026 by the listing company. All Rights Reserved.

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Source: BeachesMLS,MLS#: B26065923MLS LogoOriginating MLS: BeachesMLS
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Maria Liguori 561-945-5925,

Premier Estate Properties Inc

Source: BeachesMLS,MLS#: B26065923MLS LogoOriginating MLS: BeachesMLS

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
  • Level: First
Kitchen
  • Level: First
Living room
  • Level: First
Heating
  • Central
Cooling
  • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
  • Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room
Features
  • Main Level Primary, Split Bedrooms, Separate Shower
  • Flooring: Other
  • Has fireplace: No
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 2,100
  • Total interior livable area: 1,489 sqft
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features: None
Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Has private pool: Yes
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Pool
  • Waterfront features: None
Lot
  • Features: Landscaped
Details
  • Parcel number: 06424725040190140
  • Zoning: R1D (city)
  • Special conditions: Standard
  • Other equipment: None

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Block
  • Roof: Composition,Other
Condition
  • Resale
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 1961

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: None

Community & HOA

Community
  • Subdivision: BOCA RATON SQUARE UNIT 4
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Boca Raton

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $722/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $583,809
  • Annual tax amount: $10,286
  • Date on market: 9/2/2026
  • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

Price history

DateEventPrice
9/2/2026Listed for sale$1,075,000+258.3%$722/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #B26065923 Report a problem
5/20/2024Sold$300,000+67.7%$201/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/10/2014Sold$178,900-4.3%$120/sqft
Source: BeachesMLS #R10006595 Report a problem
11/27/2013Sold$186,900+8.7%$126/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/20/2013Listing removed$171,900$115/sqft
Source: RE/MAX 100 RIVERSIDE #R3352241 Report a problem
3/15/2013Listed for sale$171,900$115/sqft
Source: RE/MAX 100 RIVERSIDE #R3352241 Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$10,286 +137.1%$583,809 +112.1%
2024$4,339 +2.5%$275,258 +3%
2023$4,232 +1.2%$267,241 +3%
2022$4,180 +1%$259,457 +3%
2021$4,140 +1.6%$251,900 +1.4%
2020$4,076 +1.2%$248,422 +2.3%
2019$4,029 $242,837 +1.9%
2018$4,029 +5.5%$238,309 +2.1%
2017$3,818 +1.1%$233,407 +2.1%
2016$3,776 +0.4%$228,606 +0.7%
2015$3,760 -2.1%$227,017 +2.1%
2014$3,839 -4.3%$222,390 +15.5%
2013$4,011 +36.7%$192,526 +9.6%
2012$2,933 -6.4%$175,719 -4.5%
2011$3,133 -3.4%$183,979 -3.4%
2010$3,242 -7.2%$190,401 -9.8%
2009$3,492 -10.1%$211,089 -15.7%
2008$3,884 -27.9%$250,267 -15.8%
2007$5,385 -11.8%$297,237 -4.4%
2006$6,109 $310,892 +24.5%
2005-- $249,622 +25.9%
2004$2,205 +2020.5%$198,304 +14.1%
2003$104 -96.7%$173,869 +16.7%
2002$3,180 +15.5%$148,942 +18.1%
2001$2,753 +11.6%$126,068 +11.8%
2000$2,466 +9.7%$112,746 +1.3%
1999$2,248 $111,250

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$7,040/mo
Principal & interest
$5481
Property taxes
$1559
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Neighborhood: Boca Raton Square

Nearby schools

Addison Mizner Elementary School
Grades K-80.2 miles
10/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
10/10
Student Progress Rating
9/10
Boca Raton Community High School
Grades 9-121.5 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10
College Readiness Rating
8/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10
Boca Raton Community Middle School
Grades 6-81 miles
8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10
Student Progress Rating
8/10

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