Inside Solana Bay by Akel Homes: Homes, Prices, and Lifestyle in 2026

If you’ve been watching Avenir’s transformation over the past few years, you already know this master-planned community in Palm Beach Gardens has become one of the most sought-after addresses in South Florida. Solana Bay by Akel Homes is one of the newest reasons why. With pricing starting from the $800s and a design philosophy built around multigenerational living, this intimate luxury enclave is drawing serious attention from buyers who want craftsmanship, flexibility, and a true sense of place — not just another new build.

As your local guide to everything Avenir, I’ve walked these model homes, talked with buyers mid-decision, and tracked how Solana Bay fits into the broader Avenir story. Here’s what you actually need to know in October 2026.

Who Is Akel Homes, and Why Solana Bay?

Akel Homes is a family-owned builder with a reputation for quality construction and architectural detail that feels custom, even in a production-home setting. At Solana Bay, that reputation shows up in the floor plans: one- and two-story residences ranging from roughly 2,274 to 4,424 square feet, with configurations offering up to 6 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. That range matters — it means Solana Bay isn’t a one-size-fits-all community. A young professional couple and a three-generation household can both find a home here that genuinely fits their life.

One of the standout features is Akel’s commitment to multigenerational design. Several floor plans include private suites with separate entrances, kitchenettes, or dedicated living areas — ideal for aging parents, adult children, or guests who need their own space without sacrificing togetherness. It’s a thoughtful response to how South Florida families actually live in 2026.

To see the full builder lineup across Avenir and understand how Akel Homes compares to its neighbors, visit our All Avenir Builders guide.

Pricing and What’s Currently Available

As of early 2026, Solana Bay pricing starts from the $800s, with some reporting of entry points in the lower $900s depending on floor plan, lot location, and current incentives. Given Akel’s track record of offering builder incentives — we’ve seen promotions including contributions toward closing costs and even complimentary pool packages on qualifying new home purchases — it’s worth getting current details directly rather than relying on outdated listings.

Context matters here. Across Avenir as a whole, the median sale price sits at approximately $1,094,000 to $1,099,990 as of early 2026, with homes ranging dramatically from the high $700s into the tens of millions for custom estates. Avenir homes are currently averaging around 91-92 days on market — a sign of a healthy, active market rather than a frenzy, which gives buyers room to make thoughtful decisions. Solana Bay’s starting price point positions it as one of the more accessible entry paths into Avenir’s luxury ecosystem, without compromising on the finishes, lot sizes, or lifestyle amenities that define the community.

Because pricing and available inventory shift regularly in an active community like this, the most accurate, up-to-date numbers live on our dedicated Solana Bay by Akel Homes page. I update that page personally as new phases release.

Life Inside Solana Bay: Design, Space, and Everyday Flow

Walk through any Akel floor plan at Solana Bay and you’ll notice the emphasis on how families actually move through a home — open-concept kitchens that spill into gathering rooms, covered lanais built for Florida’s outdoor living season, and primary suites positioned for privacy away from secondary bedrooms. Many plans also include flex spaces that can become a home office, media room, or fitness area, which has become a non-negotiable for buyers relocating from up north who are used to more square footage dedicated to remote work.

The “free pool with new home purchase” incentives we’ve seen from Akel reflect something important about how this builder thinks about livability: in Palm Beach Gardens, a pool isn’t a luxury add-on, it’s part of daily life nine months out of the year. Homes here are built with that reality in mind, with outdoor living spaces that feel like genuine extensions of the floor plan rather than an afterthought.

Location: Why Avenir’s Address Matters

Solana Bay benefits from everything that makes Avenir one of the most strategically located new communities in Palm Beach Gardens. You’re a short drive from PGA Boulevard’s endless corridor of dining, shopping, and the Gardens Mall, and I-95 access puts West Palm Beach, downtown Palm Beach Gardens, and the airport comfortably within reach. For beach lovers, the Atlantic coastline — including Juno Beach and Palm Beach Gardens’ own shoreline — is roughly a 20-minute drive, close enough for spontaneous sunset trips without the density of living directly on the coast.

Avenir itself is being built around a nature preserve, resort-style amenity centers, parks, and trails — a deliberate contrast to the more urban feel of older Palm Beach Gardens neighborhoods. Solana Bay residents get the benefit of this master-planned infrastructure while enjoying their own gated, intimate section of the community. To see exactly where Solana Bay sits relative to Avenir’s amenity centers, schools, and other builder communities, check out the Avenir site plan.

How Solana Bay Compares to Other Avenir Communities

Avenir is home to a wide range of builders, each targeting a slightly different buyer. Toll Brothers’ communities like Regency and Windgate lean into established luxury branding. GL Homes’ Apex and Kolter’s L’Ambiance and Esprit each bring their own architectural identity and price positioning. Kenco’s Coral Isles and Orchid Isles, along with WL Homes’ offerings, round out Avenir’s builder diversity.

Where Solana Bay distinguishes itself is in its combination of starting price and flexible, multigenerational-friendly floor plans. For buyers comparing options, I always recommend viewing more than one community in person — the differences in lot sizing, finish packages, and floor plan flow are easier to feel than to describe. Our Avenir community guide breaks down how each builder fits into the bigger picture, and our complete 2026 Avenir guide goes even deeper into market trends and community comparisons.

Is Solana Bay a Smart Investment in 2026?

Avenir’s broader market data supports a confident long-term outlook. The average sold price across Avenir climbed from $917K in 2024 to roughly $1.2M–$1.3M in 2025 and into 2026 — a significant trajectory for a community still actively building out new phases. Buying into a community like Solana Bay at its current starting price gives investors and owner-occupants alike exposure to that appreciation curve while Avenir’s amenities, schools, and commercial surroundings continue to mature.

For investors specifically, Akel’s multigenerational floor plans also open the door to flexible rental strategies — think accessory suites that could support extended family today and rental income potential down the road. If you’re evaluating Solana Bay through an investment lens, our team at Atlis Realty and Atlis Property Management can walk you through realistic rental comps and management logistics specific to Avenir.