5455 Empire Drive, Westlake FL 33470, WESTLAKE, FL, 33470
Active65 days on marketListed Jun 8, 2026MLS #B26038262
About this home
5455 Empire Drive, Westlake FL 33470
This beautifully upgraded 4-bed, 3.5-bath home in The Orchards at Westlake features rare dual primary suites (upstairs and downstairs), a flexible den, a gourmet kitchen with soft-close cabinetry, gas double oven/stove, and upgraded refrigerator, and an included washer/dryer. Enjoy a fully fenced yard, extended patio with ceiling fan, and storm-impact windows and doors, along with luxury touches like a spa-style primary bath with dual shower heads, a Level 2 EV charger, and an epoxy-coated garage with sink. Located in a golf-cart-friendly community with Adventure Park, a second park underway, a new elementary school in development, and monthly food truck nights, this move-in-ready home blends modern upgrades, thoughtful design, and a vibrant neighborhood atmosphere. Dis closure: Seller is a licensed real estate agent in the state of Florida.
Facts & features
The home at a glance
4
Bedrooms
3.5
Bathrooms
2,483
Sqft
0.19 ac
Lot size
2
Garage
2024
Year built
2
Levels
$274
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.
$5,131 /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
$5,131/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
−5.4%
$/sqft vs Westlake actives
$274 vs $303
Days on market
65 vs 45 typical
Where $274/sqft sits among the 77 Westlake 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 Westlake
Get to know Westlake. See the full Westlake guide →
WESTLAKE 33470 — neighborhood snapshot
Population
33,232
Median age
43.8
Median income
$116,758
Median home value
$532,200
Avg household
3.05
Households w/ children
3,730
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 Westlake market
$585K → $618K
Westlake median sold, yr/yr
98.5%
Sale-to-list ratio (12 mo)
10 of 77
Westlake actives have cut their price
This home is listed 7% below the WESTLAKE 33470 median. See the full Westlake market guide →
Paper trail
This home's history
Reality check
What actually sold near 5455 Empire Drive
Asking prices are opinions — closed sales are facts. The most comparable homes that actually changed hands nearby in the last twelve months.
Sold · Dec ’25$675,000
5543 Liberty Lane, Westlake FL 33470 · same community
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,410 sqft · $280/sqft · 91 DOM
Sold · Jan ’26$785,000
5573 Liberty Lane, FL 33470 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,410 sqft · $326/sqft · 3 DOM
Sold · Mar ’26$595,000
15017 Goldspar Court, Westlake FL 33470 · same community
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,306 sqft · $258/sqft · 25 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
David Ramirez
Real Estate Agent · CENTURY 21 Edge
Tours, negotiation, and every question about 5455 Empire Drive — start here.
Your lender
Andrew Acosta
Acosta Home Loans with PRMG · NMLS #1468866
Pre-approval, rates, and the real monthly number for 5455 Empire Drive — before you fall in love.
See it in person
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Straight answers
5455 Empire Drive FAQs
What would the monthly payment be for 5455 Empire Drive, Westlake FL 33470?+
With 10% down on a 30-year Conventional loan at 6%, the all-in payment lands around $5,131/mo — principal and interest, the actual property-tax bill, the $71/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 5455 Empire Drive, Westlake FL 33470?+
The association fee works out to $71 per month. Ask us for the full association documents — they spell out exactly what the fee covers.
What are the property taxes on 5455 Empire Drive, Westlake FL 33470?+
The most recent tax bill on record (2025) was $11,705. 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 5455 Empire Drive, Westlake FL 33470?+
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 Westlake?+
At $680,000, this home is listed about 13% below the Westlake median of $784,000. The market section on this page shows how the area is trending.
Which schools are assigned to 5455 Empire Drive, Westlake FL 33470?+
Osceola Creek Middle School (middle), Frontier Elementary School (elementary), Seminole Ridge Community High School (high), 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
Three things that matter here
01Under the WESTLAKE 33470 market on paper
$680,000 is 7% below the WESTLAKE 33470 median of $727,500, and at $274/sqft it sits under the Westlake average of $304.
02Your own pool
A private pool — the feature Florida buyers ask for first, already in the ground and included in the price.
03Strong assigned schools
Osceola Creek Middle School, Frontier Elementary School, Seminole Ridge Community High School, Glades Construction Academy At West Technical — Frontier Elementary School rates 4 of 5. Always verify assignments with the district.
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