The Carlton

The Roebling Research Desk · October 2026

The Carlton is a lakefront condominium at 901 East Camino Real. Completed in 1980, the tower stands on Lake Boca Raton and offers a different waterfront perspective from the buildings directly on the Atlantic beach.

The building is commonly described as a 17-story collection of approximately 63 residences, with four apartments on a typical floor. Substantial three-bedroom plans and shared waterside facilities make it a useful comparison for someone seeking apartment space in an established lakefront setting.

At a glance

• Address: 901 East Camino Real
• Municipality: Boca Raton
• Ownership: Condominium
• Completed: 1980
• Setting: Lake Boca Raton
• Features: Three-bedroom homes, waterside pool and dockage

A lakefront position on Camino Real

The Carlton's principal landscape is Lake Boca, with the Intracoastal and ocean forming part of the broader coastal setting. That location introduces boat activity, the opposite shoreline and changing water views as elements of the residential experience.

It should be distinguished from direct beachfront ownership. The lake is immediately beside the property; reaching the ocean involves leaving the building and following the local street and access network. For some households, the lake outlook and boating connection will be the central attraction.

East Camino Real also provides an inland connection. The building's relationship to that route can be useful for everyday trips, while the precise apartment orientation determines the balance between road, lake and surrounding development. A high floor does not make every room's view identical.

Three-bedroom plans and measured area

County records show Residence 3D at 2,430 square feet and Residence 9B at 2,580 square feet. Both are recorded with three bedrooms and three baths. These are specific examples, and they demonstrate why the building should not be described through one universal minimum size.

Shared facilities and costs

Reported amenities include a heated waterside pool, outdoor grilling space, fitness center, card and club rooms, dockage and garage parking with bicycle storage. Staffed entry and security form part of the residential service profile.

Boating facilities deserve a separate review from the apartment itself. A purchase should establish whether a particular dock right is included, leased, separately owned or unavailable. The same practical approach applies to parking spaces and storage assignments.

The current apartment assessment, reserve contributions and any approved work provide the basis for comparing ongoing costs. A smaller residential collection can still carry substantial shared obligations, so the number of homes should not be used as a shortcut for estimating fees or service levels.

Nearby comparisons

Boca Inlet offers an earlier lake-and-Intracoastal building along East Camino Real. Mizner Tower provides another established waterfront condominium, while Chalfonte adds a direct-beachfront option with marina facilities.

Explore the Boca Raton collection, or contact The Roebling Team for a focused comparison and an introduction to a licensed local Compass agent.