Boynton’s Luxury Housing Boom Just Got Bigger
This New Community Near West Boynton Starts At $1.2 Million
A new luxury neighborhood is taking shape just outside Boynton Beach, adding another high-end development to the growing Lake Worth/Boynton Beach corridor. Amara, a DiVosta Homes community near Hypoluxo Road and State Road 441/7, will feature 145 single-family estate-style homes on unusually large lots, ranging from about half an acre to multi-acre properties. Homes will offer 3 to 7 bedrooms, with floor plans ranging from approximately 2,700 to more than 5,600 square feet.
Buyers can choose from 10 designs, with some options allowing for pools, guest casitas, expanded outdoor living areas, and three-car garages. Prices start in the $1.2 million range. The community will also include resort-style amenities such as a 4,500-square-foot clubhouse, pool with cabanas, fitness center, sports courts, playgrounds, and gathering spaces. For Boynton residents, Amara reflects the continued westward expansion of luxury housing near major roads, shopping, medical facilities, and future recreation destinations.
Florida Is Cracking Down On Restaurant Surprise Fees
Beginning July 1, Florida restaurants, food trucks, caterers, and other food service businesses will be required to clearly disclose mandatory fees before customers order, under a new state law known as the “Operations Charge” law. The law does not create a new tax or force restaurants to add fees. Instead, it is aimed at transparency. Any required charge added to the cost of food or drinks — excluding government taxes — must be clearly listed on menus, websites, mobile apps, and catering contracts.
This includes service charges, automatic gratuities, delivery fees, credit card surcharges, and other mandatory costs. For Boynton Beach diners, the change could affect hundreds of local restaurants, chains, neighborhood eateries, and food trucks across the area. Bills and receipts must also separately show gratuities, operations charges, and sales tax. Supporters say the law is designed to prevent surprise fees and help customers know the real cost before they order.
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🎉This Week’s Featured Events
Boynton Beach is having a Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20th, beginning at 2:00 pm at Sara Sims Park and Ampitheater. The event is located at 201 NW 9th Ave in east Boynton. This is a FREE family-friendly event honoring freedom, history, and culture. Explore educational exhibits and enjoy delicious bites from local food trucks while you participate in games and activities. There will also be live music and performances from local artists. For additional information go to the boynton-beach.org city calendar.
The Kravis Center is hosting Celtic Throne II-Psalter of Ireland on June 28th at 7:00 pm. Located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd in West Palm Beach in the Dreyfoos Concert Hall, the show features Irish dance fused with cinema, music, and theater. Experience over 40 performers in a mesmerizing and electrifying event complete with storytelling and beautiful costumes showcased in an elaborate performance. It’s a popular show and tickets will sell fast, so visit kravis.org to purchase yours today.
There will be a Drop-In Tech Help event on Saturday, June 20th from 9:00 am-1:00 pm and 1:00 pm-5:00 pm at the Boynton Beach City Library - located at 100 East Ocean Avenue in Boynton Beach. Stop in and get help with your electronic device or tech questions. Bring your smartphones, tablets, laptops, or e-readers and receive in-person service to help you feel more at ease with today’s technology. No registration is needed - just drop by. Details can be found at boynton-beach.org in the city calendar.
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🤔 Did You Know?
As Boynton Beach observes Juneteenth, it’s worth remembering that African American pioneers helped build the community long before it became an incorporated town. Black farmers, many who were fathers with large families, taught newcomers how to farm the challenging landscape while establishing their own homesteads. The shared history plays an important part in the city’s roots and reminds us that Boynton was shaped by people from many backgrounds.
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