26°23′N — 80°10′W
Quiet Luxury · Boca Raton · Est. 1982
St. Andrews Estates
Armed Guard-Gated · Championship Golf · Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, Florida
Total Residences
740
ENTRY PRICE
~$1.8M
Peak Valuation
$20M+
Security
24/7 Armed
A · The Identifier
The Identifier
Established in 1982, St. Andrews Country Club Estates represents the pinnacle of private residential luxury and strategic capital defense in West Boca Raton, Palm Beach County. Spanning over 720 acres, this highly secure enclave comprises exactly 740 custom-built, single-family estate residences. Guided by a low-density design philosophy that maintains less than one home per acre, St. Andrews provides exceptional spatial seclusion.
Historically rooted in Mediterranean style, the community has evolved to showcase striking contemporary architectural masterpieces. A mandatory, resident-only equity membership filters incoming buyers to ensure deep capitalization and protect property values from market volatility. Operating under a highly stabilized master association, this sanctuary is engineered for high-net-worth investors seeking absolute privacy, quiet luxury, and long-term asset preservation amid ongoing corporate and tax migration to South Florida.
“Low-density estate enclave with armed security, premier sports facilities, and protection from coastal flood risk.”
B · Technical Data Sheet
C · Nautical Specifications & Air Connectivity
Strategic Access Specifications
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Coastal Surge Risk
None
Private, landlocked freshwater lakes with zero direct ocean, bay, or Intracoastal navigability — completely insulated from coastal storm surges. A structural advantage for insurance costs and long-term capital defense.
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Managed Lakes
70+ acres
Over 70 acres of strictly monitored lakes and interconnected retention canals, restricted to low-impact maintenance and private electric recreational craft. Atlantic marinas offering deep-water dockage lie roughly 10 miles east.
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Championship Golf
36 holes
Two championship 18-hole courses — the Arnold Palmer-designed Palmer Course and the Gene Bates-designed Lakes Course — plus a 125,000 sq. ft. clubhouse modernized in 2023 via a $27.5M enhancement, with spa, 15 Har-Tru clay courts, and pickleball.
Air connectivity is handled through four FBO-served terminals across the South Florida network:
| Boca Raton Airport (BCT) |
~5–15 min from St. Andrews — Private jet centers with tail-number coordination; 6,276 ft runway off Spanish River Blvd. The closest and preferred executive terminal. |
| Palm Beach International (PBI) |
~30–40 min — Signature & Atlantic FBOs; ~26 miles north; 10,000 ft runway with full customs. Large-cabin and international charter capability. |
| Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood (FLL) |
~35–50 min — Jet Aviation & Signature FBOs; ~30 miles south; transatlantic customs clearance for ultra-long-range departures.
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The School Factor
Elite Education Proximity
West Boca Raton's Primary Educational Corridor
| School | Distance | Profile |
| Saint Andrew's School | ~5 miles | Grades PK–12 | Co-ed private Episcopal preparatory; globally recognized college-prep |
| Pine Crest School (Boca Campus) | ~5 mi / ~10 min | Grades PK–8 | Rigorous private academy focused on academic excellence, arts, and leadership |
| Calusa Elementary School | ~2.8 mi / ~5 min | Grades PK–5 | "A"-rated public school with exceptional academic performance |
| Spanish River High School | ~5–7 mi / ~12 min | Grades 9–12 | Top public high school featuring an elite IB diploma track |
| Florida Atlantic University (FAU) | ~6–8 mi / ~12 min | Public research university hosting advanced technology and science programs |
Advisory Note: Olympic Heights High School (~4–6 mi) rounds out the public options as a top-performing Palm Beach County secondary school. Note the capital structure: a $450,000 one-time equity membership buy-in plus a $50,000 POA contribution are due at closing, with roughly $70,000+ in combined annual carrying costs thereafter. Buyers should model these into total cost of ownership.
E · Lifestyle & Strategic Distances
The Influence Radius
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Town Center Mall at Boca Raton |
~5 mi / ~10 min — Luxury shopping district featuring elite brands and upscale dining |
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West Boca Medical Center |
~3.6 mi / ~10 min — Award-winning hospital offering comprehensive emergency and pediatric care |
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Delray Medical Center |
~5.3 mi / ~13 min — Level 1 Trauma Center with renowned neurosurgical and cardiac programs |
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Boca Raton Regional Hospital |
~7.8 mi / ~19 min — World-class clinical campus offering advanced specialty care |
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Atlantic Ocean Beaches |
~6 mi / ~11 min — Pristine coastline access, private beach clubs, and coastal docking |
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Mizner Park (Downtown Boca) |
~8 mi / ~15 min — Open-air cultural, dining, and premium retail lifestyle hub |
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Florida's Turnpike |
~3 mi / ~5 min — Critical transit corridor providing rapid northward and southward access |
F · Comparative Summary
Asset Overview
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Privacy Level |
Extreme — 24/7 armed guard-gated entry, canine patrols, infrared perimeter, and home monitoring |
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Architectural Vibe |
Quiet Luxury — Custom Mediterranean, Spanish Revival, Tudor, and Contemporary estates |
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Hydrological Restriction |
Landlocked — 70+ acres of freshwater lakes; zero coastal surge exposure; yacht dockage within 10 miles |
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Sports & Leisure |
World-Class — 36 holes of championship golf, 15 clay tennis courts, pickleball, 125K sq. ft. clubhouse |
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HOA & Club Dues |
High Mandatory — $450,000 initiation, $50,000 POA closing fee, ~$70,000+ annual carrying costs |
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Entry Price |
~$1,800,000 (2026 baseline); core transactions between $2M and $7M+ |
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School Access |
Elite — Under 15 minutes to Pine Crest, Saint Andrew's, and Spanish River High |
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Air Access (FBO) |
Boca Raton/BCT ~5–15 min | PBI ~30–40 min | FLL ~35–50 min | MIA ~55–70 min |
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Tax Jurisdiction |
Palm Beach County (Boca Raton) — zero Florida state income, estate, or inheritance tax |
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Key Differentiator |
Low-density estate enclave with armed security, premier sports facilities, and protection from coastal flood risk |
Data sourced from Palm Beach County public records, St. Andrews Country Club POA and club fee schedules, Southeast Florida MLS, and verified FBO distance guides. All pricing and 2026 capital requirements are subject to change. For off-market inquiries, direct engagement with a qualified South Florida luxury advisor is recommended.
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