$740,000
Sold · June 25, 2026
5597 Descartes Circle
Boynton Beach, FL 33472
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Sale Summary
What this home sold for
- Sold price
- $740,000
- Vs. list price
- 5% under
- Days on market
- 27
- Price per sq ft
- $241
This 4-bedroom single-family home in Rainbow Lakes Tr A sold for $740,000 on June 25, 2026. That was 5% below its final list price of $779,000. It first came on the market at $825,000, so the price was adjusted before it sold. It spent 27 days on the market. At $241 per square foot, it closed 7.7% below the $261 median of the 6 other single-family home sales in the recent closings shown below.
Listing Snapshot
- Sold Price
- $740,000
- Sold On
- June 25, 2026
- Days on Site
- 27 Days
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Baths
- 3
- Full Baths
- 3
- Partial Baths
- 0
- Living Area
- 3,074 sqft
- Total Sq Ft
- 3,606 sqft
- Lot Size
- 0.18 Acres
- Year Built
- 1990
- Property Type
- Single Family
- MLS #
- B26012413
- Property Tax
- $6,275 (2025)
- HOA Fees
- $108 / Monthly
- Subdivision
- RAINBOW LAKES TR A
- Development
- Le Palais/Rainbow Lakes
- County
- Palm Beach
- Status
- Sold
- Special Conditions
- Standard / Listed As Is
About This Property
Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath pool home offering 3,606 square feet of comfortable living in the desirable La Palais community. Thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this residence blends generous interior space with an exceptional outdoor retreat. Step outside to your private backyard oasis featuring a heated pool and spa, built-in BBQ, custom landscaping, and beautiful landscape lighting that creates a relaxing ambiance day and night. The fully fenced yard offers both privacy and functionality, while the retractable awning provides comfortable shaded outdoor dining and lounging. A convenient cabana bath with direct pool access enhances the outdoor living experience, and the private second-floor balcony overlooks the backyard, offering a peaceful vantage point to enjoy the setting. Inside, the home showcases numerous upgrades including updated flooring, LED lighting in the family room and kitchen, and a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring Wolf double wall ovens (steam oven and convection oven), Wolf induction cooktop on the island, Café refrigerator, and Faber vented hood. Additional improvements include hurricane-resistant garage doors, impact-rated entrance doors and cabana door, and REME HALO U/V systems installed in both A/C units. Major systems have been updated with a 2012 roof, 2019 A/C, along with newer pool heater and pump. Located in the Rainbow Lakes community, residents enjoy amenities including a community pool, covered patio, and multi-use sport courts for tennis, pickleball, and basketball, all surrounded by scenic green space and waterways. This well-maintained home offers space, upgrades, and a fantastic lifestyle opportunity. Schedule your private showing today and experience all this exceptional property has to offer.
MLS media linkGeneral Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Status
- Sold
- Year Built
- 1990
- Property Condition
- Resale
- Number of Stories
- 2
- Levels
- One And One Half / Two
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Attached Garage
- Yes
- Parking
- Attached / Circular Driveway / Driveway / Garage
- Direction Faces
- West
- Lot Size (Acres)
- 0.18
- Living Sq Ft
- 3,074
- Total Sq Ft
- 3,606
- Structure Type
- House
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Water Source
- Public
- Zoning
- RTS
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Cooktop / Dryer / Dishwasher / Electric Cooktop / Electric Range / Microwave / Oven / Refrigerator / Washer
- Cooling
- Central Air / Ceiling Fans
- Heating
- Central
- Flooring
- Carpet / Ceramic Tile / Tile / Wood
- Spa
- Yes
- Spa Features
- In Ground
- Interior Features
- Breakfast Bar / Bidet / Built In Features / Breakfast Area / Bathtub / Closet Cabinetry / Cathedral Ceilings / Dining Area / Separate Formal Dining Room / Dual Sinks / Garden Tub Roman Tub / High Ceilings / Jetted Tub / Kitchen Island / Pantry / Soaking Tub / Separate Shower / Vaulted Ceilings / Walk In Closets
- Laundry
- Inside / Laundry Closet / Laundry Tub / Sink / Washer Dryer Install Allowed
- Main Level Bedrooms
- 1
- Main Level Baths
- 2
- Total Rooms
- 10
- Furnished
- Unfurnished
Exterior Features
- Construction
- Block / Concrete / Stucco
- Roof
- Barrel / Tile
- Exterior Features
- Barbecue / Lighting
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary
- Private Pool
- Yes
- Pool Features
- Fenced / Gunite / Heated / In Ground / Private / Pool Spa Combo / Association
- Lot Features
- Less Than Quarter Acre
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Waterfront Features
- Canal Access / Canal Front
- Frontage
- Waterfront
- Frontage Length
- 70.00 ft
- View
- Canal / Pool
Community & HOA
- HOA Fee
- $108 / Monthly
- HOA Name
- La Palais
- HOA Includes
- Common Areas
- Association Amenities
- Pool / Sidewalks / Tennis Courts / Trails
- Community Features
- Home Owners Association
- Security
- Security Lights
- Utilities
- Sewer Available / Water Available
- Pets Allowed
- Pet Restrictions / Yes
- Financing Terms
- Cash / Conventional / FHA / Va Loan
- Restrictions
- Other Restrictions
- MLS Area
- 4600
Schools
- Elementary School
- Crystal Lakes (Palm Beach)
- Middle School
- Christa McAuliffe
- High School
- Park Vista
About the Community
- Homes for Sale
- 1
- Under Contract
- 0
- Median List Price
- $639,000
- Median $/Sq Ft
- $312
- Avg Days on Market
- 120
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I schedule a tour of 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472?
- Use the Tour button on this listing to request a showing of 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472. Pick a day and time and choose an in-person or video-chat tour, and a Pure Equity agent will confirm your visit, often the same day.
- Is 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 still available?
- 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 is currently listed as Sold, and has been on the market 27 days. Status updates directly from the MLS as homes go under contract, so ask us to confirm availability before you plan a visit.
- How much is the monthly payment for 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472?
- With 20% down ($155,800) on the $779,000 list price and a 30-year fixed loan at an illustrative 6.875% rate, the estimated principal & interest for 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 is about $4,094/mo, before property taxes, insurance, and HOA dues. Use the payment estimate on this page to adjust the down payment and rate.
- How do I get pre-approved to buy 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472?
- Getting pre-approved shows sellers you're a serious buyer and clarifies your true budget before you offer on 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472. Contact Pure Equity and we'll connect you with a trusted local lender to review your financing options, no obligation.
- Does 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 have an HOA fee?
- Yes: 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 carries an HOA fee of about $108 monthly (La Palais). HOA dues usually cover community amenities and shared maintenance; ask us for the current budget, rules, and exactly what's included.
- What schools serve 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472?
- 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 is zoned for Crystal Lakes (Palm Beach) (elementary), Christa McAuliffe (middle), Park Vista (high). School assignments and boundaries can change year to year, so confirm current zoning with the local school district before you buy.
- Can I negotiate the price of 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472?
- Often, yes. The right offer on 5597 Descartes Circle, Boynton Beach, FL 33472 depends on how it's priced against comparable single family sales in Boynton Beach, how long it's been listed, and how motivated the seller is. Pure Equity will run the comps and help you craft a competitive, well-supported offer.
Listing courtesy of Vlasek Real Estate Group
Listing information is provided by BeachesMLS, Inc.and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed accurate by the MLS or Pure Equity. Information is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties. © 2026 BeachesMLS, Inc. Last updated July 1, 2026.
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Recently sold homes in Rainbow Lakes Tr A
These are the last 6 recorded closings in Rainbow Lakes Tr A, with the price each home actually sold for rather than what it was listed at. They closed at a median of $265 per square foot. The most recent closed on August 25, 2026. Closed sales are what an appraiser and a buyer's agent will look at, so they are the starting point for pricing a home here.
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Sold · August 25, 2026
5528 Descartes Circle
4 bed · 3 bath · 2,838 sqft · $241/sqft
$15,000 under the asking price
Sold$840,000
Sold · March 17, 2026
8905 Spring Valley Drive
4 bed · 2.5 bath · 2,882 sqft · $291/sqft
$21,000 over the asking price
Sold$815,000
Sold · March 13, 2026
5532 Descartes Circle
4 bed · 3 bath · 3,074 sqft · $265/sqft
Sold$785,000
Sold · October 31, 2025
5549 Descartes Circle
5 bed · 3 bath · 2,582 sqft · $304/sqft
$9,999 under the asking price
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$460,000
Sold · August 7, 2025
8885 Spring Valley Drive
4 bed · 3 bath · 3,074 sqft · $150/sqft
$60,000 over the asking price
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$710,000
Sold · July 28, 2025
8884 Spring Valley Drive
4 bed · 3 bath · 2,778 sqft · $256/sqft
$100 over the asking price
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