Canterbury Place Abacoa

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About Canterbury

Canterbury Place residents enjoy a private clubhouse with a grand room, heated swimming pool, fitness center, aerobics room, wet bar, and outdoor gazebo. The entire Abacoa community adds to the lifestyle with miles of walking and biking trails, Abacoa Community Park (featuring tennis courts, basketball courts, a hockey rink, and a skate park), and year-round events on the Abacoa Town Center main street.

Sports and Recreation

Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — the spring training home of the Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals, and one of the most active ballparks in the country — is steps away in Abacoa's Town Center. Abacoa Golf Club, a public 18-hole championship course designed by the late Joe Lee, is also within the community. The course is known for its rolling fairways, dramatic elevation changes (rare for South Florida), and water on 14 of its 18 holes.

Public Schools

Canterbury Place Abacoa is zoned for a set of Palm Beach County schools with an important distinction from most Abacoa neighborhoods: students here feed to Jupiter Community High School, not W.T. Dwyer High School. The public school progression for Canterbury Place students is:

• Lighthouse Elementary School (grades K–2), located directly across the street from Canterbury Place
• Beacon Cove Intermediate School (grades 3–5)
• Jupiter Middle School (grades 6–8), located directly across the street from Canterbury Place
• Jupiter Community High School (grades 9–12)

Private Schools near Canterbury Place

Families seeking private school options will find several of Palm Beach County's most respected institutions within a short drive of Canterbury Place Abacoa.

The Benjamin School is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12, with campuses in North Palm Beach (Lower/Middle School) and Palm Beach Gardens (Upper School). Founded in 1960, the school is consistently ranked among Florida's top private high schools and maintains a 100% college acceptance rate.

St. Mark's Episcopal School is a co-educational parish day school serving students in grades PK2 through 8, located in Palm Beach Gardens on Burns Road. Founded in 1962, St. Mark's is accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools and is known for its emphasis on academics, the arts, athletics, character development, and service.

The King's Academy is a private, interdenominational Christian college-preparatory school serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12, located in West Palm Beach on Belvedere Road. Founded in 1970 and a three-time National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, The King's Academy offers 23 Advanced Placement courses, 28 varsity sports, and a nationally ranked Conservatory of the Arts program.

Oxbridge Academy is an independent, co-educational college-preparatory school serving students in grades 6 through 12, located in West Palm Beach on a 54-acre campus. Founded in 2011, Oxbridge is known for its small class sizes, interdisciplinary curriculum, and signature programs in areas including aviation, artificial intelligence, free enterprise, and the Cambridge Scholars track.

Canterbury Place: Frequently Asked Questions

What types of homes are available in Canterbury Place Abacoa?

Canterbury Place offers two home types: 144 single-family homes ranging from approximately 1,595 to 3,474 square feet with 15 different floor plans in three to five bedrooms, and 173 townhomes in five two-story floor plans ranging from approximately 1,406 to 2,320 square feet. Centex Homes built all homes between 2006 and 2007; they feature Tuscan or French Country architecture with barrel clay tile roofs.

What schools serve Canterbury Place Abacoa?

Canterbury Place students attend Lighthouse Elementary (K–2), Beacon Cove Intermediate (3–5), Jupiter Middle School (6–8), and Jupiter Community High School (9–12). Notably, Canterbury Place feeds Jupiter High rather than W.T. Dwyer High School — a meaningful distinction from most other Abacoa communities. Always verify current zoning directly with the Palm Beach County School District. Private school families have access to The Benjamin School, St. Mark's Episcopal School, The King's Academy, and Oxbridge Academy, all within a short drive.

What makes Canterbury Place different from other Abacoa communities?

Canterbury Place stands out in Abacoa for three reasons: its scenic canal with 10 fountains and three arched bridges running through the neighborhood; its location directly across the street from Lighthouse Elementary and Jupiter Middle School; and its zoning for Jupiter Community High School rather than Dwyer High School. The Centex construction quality — with granite countertops, colored cabinetry, and stainless appliances as standard — also distinguishes these homes from nearby DiVosta-built Abacoa communities.

What golf and recreation options are near Canterbury Place Abacoa?

Abacoa Golf Club, a public 18-hole championship course designed by renowned architect Joe Lee, is located within the Abacoa community and is walkable from Canterbury Place. Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium — the spring training home of the Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals — is also steps away in Abacoa Town Center, along with Abacoa Community Park, miles of walking and biking trails, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a skate park.

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