Frequently Asked Questions about Pearl City Historic District
What is it like to live in Pearl City Historic District, Boca Raton, FL?
Pearl City Historic District is a small, historic African American neighborhood of modest early- to mid-20th-century single-family homes and a predominantly residential street grid. It is located near downtown Boca Raton with ready access to municipal services, parks and Palm Beach County transit, which connects to shopping and beaches. Housing costs reflect Boca Raton’s generally higher-than-average cost of living, with some properties typically more affordable than waterfront neighborhoods; for current safety and housing figures consult Boca Raton/Palm Beach County crime maps and real estate listings.
Is Pearl City Historic District, Boca Raton, FL expensive?
Pearl City Historic District is generally more affordable than Boca Raton’s waterfront and luxury neighborhoods, with modest single-family homes on smaller lots. Property values have risen in recent years due to proximity to downtown and limited inventory, narrowing the price gap with other parts of the city. It remains relatively affordable compared with Boca Raton’s highest-priced areas, though prices vary by lot size and renovation level.
What is the weather of Pearl City Historic District, Boca Raton, FL?
Pearl City Historic District in Boca Raton has a coastal tropical (Köppen Am) climate with hot, humid summers and mild, drier winters. The wet season runs roughly May–October with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and most of the ~57 inches (1,450 mm) of annual rainfall; hurricane/tropical storm risk exists during the June–November season, peaking in August–September. Summer highs are typically in the upper 80s–low 90s°F (31–33°C) with nights in the mid-70s°F (24–25°C), while winter highs usually sit in the low 70s°F (21–24°C) and lows in the 50s–60s°F (10–16°C); freezes are extremely rare.
How safe is Pearl City Historic District, Boca Raton, FL?
Detailed block-level crime statistics for the Pearl City Historic District are not published separately by state or federal agencies. Boca Raton as a city records violent crime rates below the U.S. average and is served by the Boca Raton Police Department. For up-to-date, neighborhood-specific information consult Boca Raton Police Department crime-mapping tools, Palm Beach County crime statistics, or recent police reports.