The neighborhood
Villages of Oriole is a large, age-restricted 55+ community in western Delray Beach (ZIP 33446), in unincorporated Palm Beach County with Delray Beach mailing addresses. It sits roughly a mile southwest of downtown, west of Jog Road between Atlantic Avenue and Linton Boulevard, spanning about 1.0 to 1.04 square miles.
Eight separate 55+ developments make up the area: Huntington Lakes, Huntington Oaks, Huntington Pointe, Oriole Gardens, and others, with a mix of single-family homes, attached villas and townhomes, and low to mid-rise condominium buildings (including Huntington Lakes, a four-story, 842-unit complex built 1980), built from 1973 through about 2019, from roughly 610 to 3,134 square feet. HOA fees span the low $100s to about $855+ per month.
It is an age-restricted community under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act: at least one resident must be 55 or older.
Reported 2025-2026 data: active listings from about $79,800 to $659,000 (large single-family homes to about $770,000 in some sources), with median sale prices around $159,750, condo units typically listing from $100,000 to $300,000, and detached houses from roughly $265,000 to $485,000 and up.
Villages of Oriole is the gentler cousin to Kings Point: eight distinct 55+ villages, more single-family product, and the same active-adult recreation culture.
What to know
The character of Villages of Oriole.
Eight 55+ villages
Huntington Lakes, Huntington Oaks, Huntington Pointe, Oriole Gardens, and more under one region.
HOPA 55+ certified
At least one resident per household must be 55 or older, per the federal Housing for Older Persons Act.
Mixed housing
Single-family homes, attached villas and townhomes, and low to mid-rise condos.
West Delray value
Entry pricing from the $80,000s to the mid-$600,000s across the villages.
City & community overview
Villages of Oriole at a glance.
The Villages of Oriole region is a sprawling active-adult area of eight distinct 55+ developments with different ages, sizes, and associations, connected by the South Oriole Boulevard spine and the region's clubhouse and recreation network.
A region of eight 55+ developments on about 1.0 to 1.04 square miles west of Jog Road (Homes.com and 55places, 2026).
Neighborhoods & districts
- Huntington Lakes
- Huntington Oaks
- Huntington Pointe
- Oriole Gardens
- And several additional 55+ sections
History
The villages developed from 1973 through about 2019 as separate active-adult projects; the area was recognized as a Census Designated Place in the 1990-2000 censuses before being absorbed into Delray Beach's urban area.
Commercial districts & employment
South Oriole Boulevard and nearby West Atlantic retail provide services; downtown Delray is a short drive east.
Accessibility & getting around
West of Jog Road between Atlantic Avenue and Linton Boulevard, with South Oriole Boulevard the main entrance road. I-95 is about 15 minutes east.
Market overview
The Villages of Oriole market, in numbers and context.
Figures below are drawn from the cited sources and reporting periods. Markets move, so treat any number as a snapshot, not a promise. We verify current activity, comparable sales, and pricing for the specific property you are considering.
2026 listings
~$79.8K to $659K
Brokerage data, 2026
Median sale
~$159.75K
2026, brokerage data
Condo typical range
$100K to $300K
2025-2026
Detached home range
~$265K to $485K+
2025-2026, some to ~$770K
Villages of Oriole listings in 2026 ran from about $79,800 to $659,000, with a median near $159,750: condos typically $100,000 to $300,000 and single-family homes from roughly $265,000 to $485,000, with top homes to about $770,000.
The eight villages differ in fees, age, and amenity structure, so we compare like-for-like across villages before advising.
Data source
55places; Homes.com; Neighborhoods.com
Reporting period
2025-2026, reviewed October 2026
Updated
October 2026
Where to look
Neighborhoods and communities in Villages of Oriole.
Each area has its own character, housing stock, and price point. We verify gated status, waterfront access, and association details for the specific property you are considering, since these vary street by street.
Huntington Lakes
The largest single complex: a four-story, 842-unit condo community built 1980.
Huntington Oaks
Attached and single-family 55+ product in the region's middle.
Huntington Pointe
A mixed-villa and condo village.
Oriole Gardens
One of the original Oriole-name villages.
Luxury opportunities
Luxury real estate in Villages of Oriole.
The top tier of the region is large renovated or newer single-family homes from roughly $485,000 to $770,000, while the region's core strength is affordable active-adult living below the $300,000 mark.
Property types
- Single-family 55+ homes
- Attached villas and townhomes
- Low to mid-rise condominiums
- Renovated premium units
What buyers should evaluate
- Village, build year, and association fees
- Single-family versus attached product
- Renovation quality and size
- HOPA age and occupancy rules
- Rental rules per village
- Resale volume in the same village
Ownership, clubs & restrictions
Rules and fees to know before you buy in Villages of Oriole.
Each of the eight villages is HOPA-certified 55+ with its own association. Confirm the current governing documents for the exact village and home.
Age requirement
At least one resident per household must be 55 or older under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act.
Village HOA fees
Fees run from the low $100s to about $855+ per month depending on village and product.
Rental rules
Lease terms and approval vary by village; short-term rentals are generally not part of active-adult living here. Confirm the current policy.
Approval process
Sales and leases go through village approval processes.
New construction status
New construction in Villages of Oriole.
Most of the region's villages are built out; the newest date to about 2019. Statuses below use the standard vocabulary; anything we cannot confirm is marked Unverified with current information on request.
Village build-out
The eight villages built between 1973 and about 2019 are complete; resale dominates.
New construction
No confirmed active new-home sales in the region as of the review date. Contact for current information.
Lifestyle
How people actually live in Villages of Oriole.
Active-adult life across eight villages: clubhouses, pools, cards, fitness, and a full social calendar, with single-family options rare among the county's 55+ communities, plus Delray's downtown and beaches minutes east.
Lifestyle, dining & recreation
Living well in Villages of Oriole.
The beaches, parks, dining, shopping, and culture that shape day-to-day life here. We list established places and districts; confirm hours and current programming before you visit.
Village clubhouses
Pools, fitness, and programming within each village.
Rooms & clubs
Cards, crafts, and resident-led activities across the region.
West Atlantic retail
Shopping and services along the corridor.
Downtown Delray
Atlantic Avenue dining and culture a short drive east.
Schools, healthcare & getting around
The essentials in Villages of Oriole.
Schools
This is a 55+ region with at least one resident 55 or older per household; nearby public schools serve the surrounding area. Confirm any relevant assignments with the School District of Palm Beach County.
Healthcare
Delray Medical Center and JFK Medical Center are within a reasonable drive. Confirm current facilities that fit your needs.
Transport & airports
West of Jog Road between Atlantic Avenue and Linton Boulevard, with South Oriole Boulevard the main road. I-95 is about 15 minutes east; Palm Beach International Airport is roughly 30 minutes north.
Waterfront, insurance & ownership
What to weigh before you buy in Villages of Oriole.
The region has internal lakes and drainage features; lakeside villas carry flood insurance considerations. We verify the FEMA zone for any unit before you commit.
Flood zones
Lakeside areas may fall within FEMA flood zones; we verify the current map.
Flood insurance
Required in some zones; premiums vary by elevation and unit.
Building age
1973-2019 buildings vary in roof and window age; we review condition and assessments.
Nearby
Communities worth comparing.
Palm Beach County
Kings Point
One of Palm Beach County's largest 55+ communities, on West Atlantic Avenue.
Palm Beach County
Lake Ida
Delray's lakefront neighborhood northwest of downtown, around Lake Ida.
Palm Beach County
Downtown Delray Beach
Atlantic Avenue's dining and culture with new condos in Pineapple Grove and SOFA.
Community FAQ
Villages of Oriole real estate FAQ.
The questions buyers and sellers ask most about Villages of Oriole: the market, condos, new construction, waterfront, schools, lifestyle, and the specifics of buying and selling here. Every answer reflects how we actually work this neighborhood.
Browse all South Florida FAQsWhere are the Villages of Oriole?
In western Delray Beach, west of Jog Road between Atlantic Avenue and Linton Boulevard, in unincorporated Palm Beach County with Delray Beach addresses and South Oriole Boulevard as the main entrance road.
What are the price ranges in the Villages of Oriole?
2026 listings ran from about $79,800 to $659,000, with a median near $159,750. Condos typically list from $100,000 to $300,000 and detached houses from roughly $265,000 to $485,000, with top homes around $770,000.
Is the Villages of Oriole age-restricted?
Yes. It is a 55+ region under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act, with at least one resident per household required to be 55 or older.
What housing types are in the Villages of Oriole?
Eight separate 55+ developments with single-family homes, attached villas and townhomes, and low to mid-rise condominiums built from 1973 through about 2019, ranging from roughly 610 to 3,134 square feet.
Provenance
Sourced, dated, and reviewed October 2026.
Information on this page was reviewed in October 2026 and every important fact carries a dated source. Where a fact could not be verified from a dated source, the page says exactly "Contact for current information" or "Not verified" rather than guessing. Markets move, so treat prices and statuses as snapshots and confirm current activity with us before committing.
Sources & citations
- 55places Villages of Oriole profile
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- Homes.com neighborhood guide
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- Wikipedia, Villages of Oriole
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