17222 Blue Bayou Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496, BOCA RATON, FL, 33496
Active187 days on marketListed Feb 13, 2026MLS #R11163362
About this home
17222 Blue Bayou Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496
MOTIVATED SELLER! BRING YOUR OFFER! Must-see 5BR, 5BA lakefront residence in the prestigious guard-gated community of Lotus, Boca Raton. Built in 2022, this stunning two-story home offers 3,344 sq. ft. of refined living space with high-end finishes and an open-concept design that defines luxury South Florida living. The gourmet kitchen features a double-oven setup and flows seamlessly into expansive living and dining areas. A first-floor bedroom is perfect for guests. A spacious upstairs loft adds flexibility, while the primary suite boasts a private French-door balcony with a retractable screen overlooking the lake. Step outside to an incredible outdoor kitchen with retractable screen, a large pool and jacuzzi, and breathtaking lake views—ideal for entertaining. Residents enjoy world-class amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, resort-style pools, a clubhouse, indoor basketball, an on-site restaurant, tennis and pickleball courts, a playground, a splash pad, and more.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
5
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3,344
Sqft
0.15 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2022
Year built
2
Levels
$552
Per sqft
Inside
Outside & construction
Community & fees
Utilities & systems
The numbers
What it really costs
Built from this home's actual numbers — the most recent property-tax bill on record and the real association fee — not generic estimates.
$13,002 /mo · 10% down Conventional, 30-yr fixed at 6%
The assumptions
Above the FHA loan limit for our service areas, so Conventional is the default. VA buyers: switch below — $0 down.
These numbers assume a generic buyer — your credit, down payment and loan program change them. Get the real quote in minutes:
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Run your own numbers
FHA isn’t available at this price — the loan would exceed the $541,287 FHA limit for our service areas.
Estimated payment
$13,002/mo
Includes estimated PMI — it drops off once you reach 20% equity. Taxes reflect the most recent bill on record; insurance is a typical-Florida estimate. Your lender’s numbers will differ. CENTURY 21 Edge partners with Florida’s best lenders.
Value check
Is the price right?
The internet’s favorite home-value number comes from a single automated model that has never seen the street, the finishes, or the view — which is why it routinely misses by tens of thousands of dollars. The edgeAI estimate combines multiple independent data sources with our team’s on-the-ground expertise in this exact market.
vs edgeAI estimate
−4.3%
$/sqft vs Boca Raton actives
$552 vs $317
Days on market
187 vs 56 typical
Where $552/sqft sits among the 400 Boca Raton actives
The edgeAI estimate is a starting point, not an appraisal or a broker price opinion. It is generated from public records, listing data and market modeling, and is subject to change once a licensed real estate professional personally inspects the property. Condition, floor, view and lot are not fully captured by any model — ask us for a full comparative market analysis.
Where it sits
Inside Lotus
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Lotus — neighborhood snapshot
Population
483
Median age
50
Median income
$250,001
Median home value
$2,000,000
Avg household
3
Households w/ children
129
For the school run
Palm Beach County School District
School assignments and ratings via edgeAI — always verify with the district.
The numbers that matter
The Boca Raton market
$3.6M → $710K
Boca Raton median sold, yr/yr
93.4%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
52 of 400
Boca Raton actives have cut their price
Median sold price, Boca Raton, trailing 36 months (3-month rolling) · live MLS data.
This home is listed 342% above the BOCA RATON 33496 median. See the full Boca Raton market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 17222 Blue Bayou Drive
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Apr ’26$1,650,000
8629 Tower Bridge Ct, Boca Raton FL 33496 · same community
4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,248 sqft · $508/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · May ’26$2,100,000
17318 Pagoda Palms Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496 · same community
5 bd · 5 ba · 3,649 sqft · $576/sqft · 72 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$1,775,000
17182 Windy Pointe Ln, Boca Raton FL 33496 · same community
5 bd · 5 ba · 3,687 sqft · $481/sqft · 76 DOM
Closed-sale data from the MLS, last 12 months, selected for similarity in size and location. No two homes are identical — ask us for a full comparative analysis.
Your home team
The pros in your corner
Buying a home is two conversations — the home and the money. Here’s who handles each, side by side, already working together.
Your agent
Solance Kallendorf
REALTOR® · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 17222 Blue Bayou Drive — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 17222 Blue Bayou Drive — before you fall in love.
See it in person
Schedule a tour
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Straight answers
17222 Blue Bayou Drive FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 17222 Blue Bayou Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $13,002/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $720/mo association fee and typical Florida insurance. The payment calculator on this page lets you switch loan type (FHA, Conventional, VA) and adjust the down payment, rate and term.
How much are the HOA fees at 17222 Blue Bayou Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496?+
The association fee works out to $720 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 17222 Blue Bayou Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $17,696. A new owner's bill can differ once the sale price resets the assessed value — we can walk you through what to expect.
Are pets allowed at 17222 Blue Bayou Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496?+
The listing reports pets: Yes. Communities often layer on breed or weight rules — we'll verify the specifics with the association before you commit.
How does the price compare to other homes in Boca Raton?+
At $1,845,000, this home is listed about 235% above the Boca Raton median of $549,950. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 17222 Blue Bayou Drive, Boca Raton FL 33496?+
Whispering Pines Elementary School (elementary), Olympic Heights Community High (high), Eagles Landing Middle School (middle), Glades Construction Academy At West Technical (high) — Palm Beach County School District. Always verify school assignments with the district before relying on them.
The brief
Five things that matter here
01Positioned at the premium end
$1,845,000 runs 342% above the BOCA RATON 33496 median — but at 3,344 sqft it's also nearly twice the size of the typical Boca Raton listing.
02Waterfront living
This home sits directly on the water — the single scarcest feature in Florida inventory and the strongest long-term value anchor.
03Know the monthly fee
The association fee is $720/mo. That usually buys real services — verify what's covered before comparing this home against fee-free alternatives.
04Time on market is leverage
187 days on market against a Boca Raton median of 56 — sellers in this position are usually ready to negotiate.
05Strong assigned schools
Whispering Pines Elementary School, Olympic Heights Community High, Eagles Landing Middle School, Glades Construction Academy At West Technical — Whispering Pines Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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