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Use this section to write about yourself - don't be shy - Why should a buyer or seller want to work with you? Do you have any certifications and qualifications? What sets you apart from other agents/loan officers?
MEET DAVID AND DENISE DITMAN!
In today's complex market, only the most committed real estate professionals deserve your business. That's the philosophy of Denise and David Ditman, two dynamic Realtors specializing in residential property sales in Pembroke Pines, Cooper City, Davie, SW Ranches, Weston, Miramar, Hollywood, Fort lauderdale and surrounding Broward County neighborhoods.
Denise and David Ditman are a team committed to providing maximum service whether you're moving across the street or across the country.
Working with the leading real estate organization in Florida and in North America, Keller Williams, gives David and Denise that extra edge to promote your property to company agents as well as all other Realtors/Brokers nationwide.
Originally from New Jersey, Denise relocated to Florida as a child and admits to knowing the tri-county area as well as any native. A graduate of Florida International University, Denise gained valuable business experience as store manager for a well-known clothing chain before pursuing what has become a successful career in real estate.
A dedicated young mother and wife, Denise says she chose real estate for the flexibility and diversity the work offered. Seven years later she says it's her love of people and the satisfaction received in meeting their real estate goals that has made it her passion.
Possessing an attractive, professional appearance, articulate voice and direct, no- nonsense manner, Denise works well with clients of all ages. Her commitment to her clients is reflected by her accessibility, conscientious follow-up, attention to detail and perseverance in helping clients achieve their real estate goals.
Well versed in real estate law, market trends and property values, Denise is also a strong negotiator who takes pride in protecting her client's interests.
Husband David, originally from Ohio, visited South Florida numerous times to visit grandparents before relocating himself, in 1990.
Shortly after, he met Denise and the couple soon married to start a family. With a background in construction and home improvement, plus a natural talent for interior design, David says he's always been drawn to real estate.
He learned volumes about the transaction process even before he was licensed, through the purchase and sale of several income properties he owned as an investment.
David's naturally strong listening skills and outgoing, friendly nature puts clients at ease while his confident manner assures them they are in the hands of a true professional. A computer savvy individual, David is well versed in the use of industry related software and the Internet and is E-Pro certified.
With a flair for marketing and a fully computerized office to work with, David uses these resources to facilitate research, enhance client communications, and to promote client listings on-line via property showcases and virtual home tours.
These strategies allow the team to be more responsive to client needs, reducing search time for a new property and the sale time for an existing client's listing.
Denise and David's mission is to build strong, lasting relationships with their clients, one customer at a time. Those who've had the pleasure of working with the Ditmans attribute their success to effective teamwork, commitment and a caring attitude they say really does make a difference.
Backed by the resources of Florida's leading real estate company, Keller Williams, Denise and David have access to the most innovative marketing resources available in the industry today and stand ready to help you reach your real estate goals.
So when it comes time for you to buy or sell a condominium home, single family residence or luxury estate, experience the difference Denise and David can make when entrusted with you your real estate concerns.
David & Denise Ditman
"Expect the Best...Experience the Ditman Difference."
The key to finding the perfect home for the best price is to be represented by the most qualified and experienced Real Estate Professional in the city - and it's FREE! Why? Because the "seller" pays ALL agent's Professional Fee, not the buyer!
Yes, it's true - you can have the absolute best, most-qualified and experienced Real Estate Professional in the market do all of the work for you, preview houses to find you your perfect home, and then negotiate on your behalf to get YOU the best price and the best terms - AND IT'S FREE! Yes, you heard me right, it is absolutely free! Why: Because the "seller" pays ALL agent's Professional Fee. Not you, the buyer. You don't pay a dime!
Buying and selling a home is one of the biggest events in your life. As top South Florida REALTORS®, we have the experience and track record you are looking for. We personally invite you to contact us for all of your real estate needs in Broward County and other homes for sale in Florida. We will ensure that whether you are selling your home, or looking for homes for sale in Broward County Florida, you will experience the unique approach we have for handling your real estate transactions.
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As your trusted, professional real estate partners, we will help you find the best Broward County Florida homes for sale within your price range. Together we will sell your home for as much as the market will bear, and as quickly as possible.
We believe that the purchase or sale of real estate should be a positive, profitable and enjoyable experience for each client. Our team's Mission is to provide First Class real estate service by applying our time, knowledge and negotiating skills to maximize our client's profits and satisfaction. We share this commitment with you because we believe it is important for you to know how we feel about the real estate industry. You win in life by helping others. We want each client to be compelled to share their success with friends, family and acquaintances and be our "Client's for Life"
Everybody's Talking About David & Denise Ditman!
SELLER TESTIMONIAL: "Peter & I are proud to write this letter for the purpose of complimenting you for the professional & thorough way you two handled the quick sale of our Carmel house in Pembroke Falls. First of all, your professionalism overwhelmed us after you sold our house in less than seven weeks from 11/26/06 until 1/12/07. Upon signing with you for six months all was explained to us. At the outset we both felt very comfortable & secure that in time our Carmel would be sold. Without a doubt, the day has come!! Finally, as sellers we felt completely secure because you came to our house whenever an agent came with a prospective buyer. You were there to explain any questions which the agent might not have known. Your telephone calls too alerted us as to the happenings of the sale of our house. Without a doubt, Keller Williams Realty is lucky to have you two as their agent. Thank You for your expertise & warmth."
Sincerely,
Nina & Peter Gucciard
I decided to give David & Denise all of my business. They are the most professional, pleasant and caring Real Estate Consultants I have ever done business with. I have bought and sold over a dozen properties with David and Denise, and every time, I've had smooth transactions-never any worries! Many thanks!!
A. Hamilton
David & Denise were committed to providing maximum service and they delivered! Their effective teamwork, commitment and caring attitude really do make a difference. Their dedication to their clients and their follow through are beyond impressive. My home was listed before with another Realtor and it sat on the market for 6 months!! Once David & Denise took over, my home was sold in record time! Their marketing plan really does work. They even helped me obtain a temporary rental in a short timeframe. I'm happy to say we're still in touch today.
M. Diamond
David & Denise went beyond our expectations. Their energy, professionalism, dedication and friendly spirits earned our highest recommendation. Being a Captain in the US Air Force gave me limited time to find a home and get my family situated. David and Denise surpassed their duties as Realtors and handled ALL of the details once I was gone. They even coordinated with my family's arrival and helped with all of the necessities for move in day. They truly are dedicated professionals!!
Captain R. Seipert
I first met David and Denise after seeking their assistance with the sale of my home. They were extremely responsive and communicated with me throughout the entire home selling process. They approach their work professionalism, and they sold my home at the highest price in less than 30 days! The Ditman's integrity, trustworthiness, and commitment to exceptional service make doing business with them a pleasure. I would definitely recommend them and use their services again.
S. Theofilatos
It was nice to know that I could always get in contact with them. I didn't have to wait hours for a return phone call. They both possess excellent communication skills which made working with them extremely pleasurable. Now I know why they come so highly recommended.
L. Irones
David and Denise prove that effective teamwork and dedication get the job done. They were true to their word and kept us informed through the entire process of our home sale and our new home purchase. Both transactions went smoother than we anticipated. They were very supportive and always took the time to listen to any questions or concerns we had. We will definitely recommend them to all of our friends.
Mr. & Mrs. Nemia
The Ditman's commitment to excellent service is unsurpassed. They were straightforward through the entire process and always kept us informed on the next step. We were skeptical at first when they said they would sell our home in less than 2 weeks, but after seeing their dedication and experience, we knew they were trustworthy and would get the job done. We were true believers when we signed a full price offer in less than 4 days! They also took the time to really listen to our needs and wants in finding us a new home. They coordinated everything from beginning to end and left us without worry. They'll be the only Realtors we recommend from now on.
Mr. & Mrs. Romero
"My wife and I 'discovered' David & Denise while searching for homes on the internet. We were very impressed with there credentials and decided to contact them. Since we are moving from California, we were enthusiastic although uninformed about which locations in Broward counties would best suit our family's needs."
"Unlike all the other realtors we contacted, David & Denise didn't try to push us into one area or property. Instead, he spent several days just getting to know us and helped us to determine what we were looking for. In a little over a week, we worked together to select the right property and closed the deal."
"Although we realized how busy David & Denise were, always maintained the personal touch and stayed in close contact with us throughout the purchase of our new home. There service after our purchase continues to be excellent."
"David & Denise our the most professional, organized, and trustworthy realtor we've ever met or worked with. We just wish he could sell our home in San Diego! We look forward to moving to our new home in Pembroke Falls and know we now have a new life-long friend nearby. We would definitely work with David & Denise again and would not hesitate to recommend him".
Happy homeowner
We didn't want someone to "sell" us a house. David and Denise helped us purchase a home at the best price and terms. We had worked with other Realtors and they showed us everything we didn't want. The Ditman's listened to our needs and what we wanted and expected in a luxury home. They did the necessary research before showing us homes to insure it was what we were looking for. Just for that alone, we commend them. They were patient and never pushed a home on us, but always answered questions or gave an honest opinion.
Mr. & Mrs. J. Rodriguez
Dear David and Denise,....the children and I are very happy in our new home and wish to thank you for helping us get into the house we needed so badly! You are both patient and kind, and it showed every time you met with us. I appreciate your efforts, responsiveness, and the time you took to oversee that all the details were worked out, making my first time home buying experience an easy one. THANKS!!
S. Brown
It was my pleasure to have you as my Realtors in helping me find a home. Thank you so much for all you did to make the transaction a success. I will never forget all the time you dedicated to educate me on the entire home buying process and not to mention the mortgage process. The fact that Denise holds a mortgage license really made me feel comfortable knowing that I could call her anytime to oversee my loan process. Without her knowledge, I would have been overcharged by the first mortgage broker I contacted. Not enough thanks can be given for all of your hard work and dedication.
M. Isaac
"Professionalism, Knowledge, Ethics and Love for the Business create long-term success for both our clients and us."
David & Denise Ditman offer years of experience, a successful track record and cutting edge marketing to turn your real estate goals into reality. Whether buying, selling, renting or investing, they are your number 1 experts in Broward County specializing in residential, single family homes, new construction, luxury estates, waterfront properties, resales, relocation, acreage, condominiums, town homes, villas, and investment properties. Because David and Denise want clients for life not just sales for today, they offer personalized service. They treat each client as a member of their own family with trust, loyalty and friendship. They listen to their clients and then find the best choices for them, negotiate the best terms and guide them through the maze of financing, contingencies, disclosures, title work and escrow. The Ditman's want their clients to truly feel that they are their Realtors for Life! Expect the Best... Experience the Difference...
Thank you . We look forward to representing you with all of your South Florida Real Estate needs. Please feel free to contact us anytime via phone or email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
David and Denise Ditman Real Estate Consultants
The Ditman Group
Website: www.TheDitmanGroup.com
email: Ditman@TheDitmanGroup.com
(954)651-0200 or (954)-651-0221
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Scroll down to find great town information for Broward County and the Fort Lauderdale vicinity. Including the communities of Pembroke Pines, Cooper City, Davie, Weston, Miramar, Coral Springs, Coconut Creek, Deerfield Beach, Ft. Lauderdale, Hallandale, Highland Beach, Hollywood, Lauderdale by the Sea, Lauderhill, Lighthouse Point, Margate, North Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Parkland, Plantation, Pompano Beach, Sunrise, Tamarac, and Wellington. All Great Places to Live
Pembroke Pines
Cooper City
Davie
Weston
Miramar
Coral Springs
Coconut Creek
Dania Beach
Deerfield Beach
Fort Lauderdale
Hallandale Beach
Highland Beach
Hollywood
Lauderdale by the Sea
Lauderhill
Lighthouse Point
Margate
North Lauderdale
Oakland Park
Parkland
Plantation
Pompano Beach
Sunrise
Tamarac
Wellington
Pembroke Pines?A Great Place to Live
Pembroke Pines is known as one Broward's premier places to live and raise a family. With top rated schools and low crime rate, Pembroke Pines is also prime real estate. Homeowners have experienced a tremendous return on their investments of real estate in the area. Buying a home in Pembroke Pines will continue to be a wise investment for many years to come.
Pembroke Pines is a thriving residential community with a population of over 100,000. Every type of housing is available, from single family homes, condos, villas, townhomes, apartments, luxury homes, ranch estates, multi-million dollar residences and more. Pembroke Pines is also home to wonderful living facilities for seniors and golf enthusiasts can enjoy country club and golf communities.
Pembroke Pines History
What use to be cow pastures and farms near the Everglades swamps is now Pembroke Pines, the third fastest growing city in the United States. Pembroke Pines was incorporated in 1960, although the name may date back much further. Historians theorize that Pembroke Pines was named after an early landowner from Britain known as the Earl of Pembroke. Others believe it was named after the road that led to the city and the pines that shaded it. Either way, the history of Pembroke Pines dates back to the mid fifties. People in search of more sprawled out room came across miles of peaceful fields and began settling in what was then the distant country side of the city of Hollywood. Because it was a remote area at the time, new residents were able to spread out on larger parcels of land and build custom homes. The city of Pembroke Pines grew west as more land was incorporated. The late Mayor Charles Flanagan is credited with making the city into what it is today.
Resident Attraction to Pembroke Pines
Location-
Pembroke Pines is a 35 square mile city located in Southwest Broward County between the Florida Turnpike and US Route 27, two miles north of Dade County line. Pembroke Pines is also only about 15 miles from downtown Ft. Lauderdale and is mostly west of Hollywood, north of Miramar, and generally south of both Cooper City and Davie.
Schools-
If you're a concerned parent moving to a new school district and are interested in academic performance of students at the school, test scores or quality and level of education, there's not much need to worry with the public schools in Pembroke Pines, Cooper City and Davie. They only continue to show significant progress in student performance. The State Department of Education began assigning "grades" based on student performance on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). For the 2000/2001 school year, Broward County had 61 "A" schools, with Pembroke Pines, Cooper City and Davie accounting for 21 of those schools!!
Pembroke Pines
Area: 35 square miles
Government: City Manager
Millage Rate: 23.5247
Population: 137,427
Chamber of Commerce
Miramar-Pembroke Pines
Chamber of Commerce
10100 Pines Blvd., 4th Floor
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
(954) 432-9808
Cooper City
In 1959, Cooper City was four square miles of orange groves and cattle grazing land with only 85 residents. Today, Cooper City still maintains a somewhat relaxed, country atmosphere to go along with the many residential developments. There are lakes, waterways and horse farms.
About 123 acres are devoted to parks and community facilities in family-oriented Cooper City.
Cooper City is easily accessible by major highways; such as, I-95, I-75, and I-595.
Area: 7.5 square miles (approximately)
Location: South-western Broward County. 20 minutes from the modern Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
"Don't hit the owls." Posted signs warn motorists not to hurt the nests of the resident burrowing owls, and some consider the feathery critters part of the character of this growing bedroom community of about 27,000. While some outsiders may think clean, quiet Cooper City less than distinct amid the sea of western Broward County communities, loyal locals agree with its motto: "Someplace Special." How many other towns do you know that mark their entrances with a stone monument and fountain?
Cooper City has one of the county's lowest crime rates, despite spending relatively little on its police department. Located far from the urban ills that suburbanites hate, the suburb features a two-mile stretch of Stirling Road that has nine churches or other religious facilities (and a temple on the way).
Government issues here tend to be as low-key as the community's profile. City commissioners now are limited to nine consecutive years of service. And in the county's first mail-in election, city residents in 1994 decided against spending $2 million to improve a city park.
Cooper City
Area: 7 square miles
Government: City Manager/ Council
Millage Rate: 25.3340
Population: 34,292
Cooper City Neighborhoods
Biltmore Grove
Cooper Colony Estates
Cooper Estates
Cooper´s Grove
Country Address
Country Address Encore
Country Glen
Countryside West
Diamond Head
Embassy Isles
Embassy Trace
Ericson Estates
Flamingo Ranches
Florida Fruit Lands Company
Forest Lake
Gateland Estates
Guardian Estates
Hibbs Grove (gated)
Indian Pond
Lake Marantha Estates
Natalie´s Cove
Pine Lake
Royal Griffin Estates
Sterling Springs
Stirling Lakes Estates
Stirling Palm Estates
Stirling Village
Stonebridge
Summertime Isles
Summertime Isles First
Summertime Isles Second
Sunshine Acres
Tanglewood
The Colony at Stirling
The Country
The Country III
Timberlake
Timberlake First
Embassy Lakes
Ambassador Pointe
Capistrano
Embassy Place
Embassy Lakes
Regency
Regents Park I & II
Terra Lago
The Estates
The Shores
Trellises
Ventana
Flamingo Gardens
Black Olive
Jacaranda
Live Oak
Phase Two
Poinciana
Tamarind
Rock Creek
East Landing
Harbor Point
Le Cristal
Paseo Verde
Phase Two
Poinciana
Reflections
South Lake
The Park
Tierra Vista
Trellises
Davie
...one of Broward County's most eclectic communities
From a population of under 2,000 in 1960, Davie has grown to over 53,000. Recreation amenities are plentiful. Davie attracts young professional executives and budding families.
With less than half of the land developed, Davie is still a major center for breeding horses and livestock. The November State Champion Rodeo is held here and attracts tourists and cowboys from throughout the country.
Davie spans land located amid the major intersections of I-595, I-75, the Sawgrass Expressway and the Florida Turnpike.
Location: Southwestern Broward County. 15 minutes from the modern Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
Incorporated in 1961, Davie is an oddity. Located in densely populated Southwest Broward, Davie is one of the county's greenest communities. Town residents voted to pay for a $10-million open space program in 1989 to preserve pastures and pines and retain Davie's small-town image. Many of the town's residential areas are zoned at one house per acre.
Adding to the rustic feel is the western theme of downtown Davie. There, town ordinances require buildings to feature signs and architecture more common to 19th-century frontier towns than urban South Florida.
Known for its horse and cattle ranches, Davie is where many prize racing and jumping horses are still bred. The town even has a rodeo arena, which is host to a variety of equestrian events throughout the year.
Davie is also home to the South Florida Educational Center, a 650-acre complex founded in 1960 on an abandoned airfield. More than 37,000 students attend school daily at the center, which includes five colleges?Broward Community College, Nova Southeastern University and branches of Florida Atlantic University, Florida International University and the University of Florida?a vocational center, two high schools, four middle schools and four elementary schools.
Davie's history dates to the turn of the century, when settlers began buying land for $2 an acre in The First Developed Town in the Everglades. Many had just arrived from helping to build the Panama Canal, and the area was dubbed "Zona" because of its similarities to the Canal Zone.
In 1909, Colorado millionaire R.P. Davie bought 28,000 acres in the area, and Zona was renamed in his honor 10 years later. An extensive drainage project paved the way for future growth.
Today, Davie's 42 square miles are home to a variety of neighborhoods, shopping centers and commercial areas. The town has 65,000 residents and is expected to grow to 85,000 by early next century.
Davie has a town administrator/council form of government. The Town Council meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7:30 p.m. at Town Hall, 6591 SW 45th St.
Davie
Area: 37 square miles
Government: Town Council/ Admin.
Millage Rate: 25.4670
Population: 75,720
Gated Davie Neighborhoods
Blackhawk Ranches new construction
Long Lake Estates
Blackhawk Reserve
Long Lake Ranches
Carlton Ranches
Long Lake Ranches West
Crystal Grove Estates
Mystique Estates
Emerald Springs Estates
Northstar
Hiatus Isles
Paradise Pines
Pebble Creek
Imagination Farms
Riverstone
Lake Estates of Rolling Hills
Rolling Hills Lake Estate
Landmark Ranch Estates
Royal Palm
Lawson Isles
Neighborhoods Without Gates:Ivanhoe
Chelsea
Estates
Fallen Leaf
Hawke´s Bluff
Les Chateaux Village
The Crossing
Waterford
Waverly Hundred
Forest Ridge
Arborwood
Chapel Hill
Cluster Home
Hidden Hollow
Lake Park
Oak Grove
Oak Park
Old Orchid
Patio Homes
Shenandoah
Brandywine
Cumberland
Patio Homes
Poincianna Parc (gated)
Silver Lake
Wedgewood Cove
More Neighborhoods without gates:
99 Pines
Alander
Apolinaro Acres
Apple Creek
Arboretum
Arrowhead Country Homes
Arrowhead Golf and Tennis Club
Blasé Estates
Calusa Ridge
Carlan Estates
Cinnamon Tree Estates
Cooper Colony Estates
D & M Acres
Davie Estates
Davie Farmettes
Davie Lake Estates
Davie Oaks 1st
Davie West
Estates of Sterling Lakes
Flamingo Groves
Florida Fruit Lands
Garden Park Estates
Green Acres
Harmony Lakes
Hiatus Ranches
Horse Housing Acres
Kapok Estates
Lake Estates of Rolling Hills
Laurel Oaks
Lawson Isles
Leto Estates
Little Country Estates
LycheeWoods
Madison Lakes
Majestic Goves
Marion Acres
Martha Bright Homes
New Providence
Newman´s Survey
Nob Hill Palms
Oak Knoll Estates
Oakview Estates
Old Bridge Run Paradise Farms
Orange Park Club
Orange Tree Lake Estates
Orange Tree Villas
Paradise Farms
Parkwood Isles
Parma Estates
Pasadena Estates
Peio Estates
Pine Island Bay
Pine Meadow Estates
Regency
Regina Lynn Ranches
Ridgeview Lake Estates
Saga Estates
Scarborough
Sequoia Estates
Sheridan Glen
Sherwood Farms
Silverado
Stirling Meadows
Summer Lake
Sunnyline Farms
Sunshine Ranches
The Hamlet
The Ridge on Nob Hill
Trail Ridge
Vista Filare
Vista Lakes
Waldon Grove Estates
Waterford Patio Homes
Western Hills Estates
Westridge
Whispering Pines
Wimberly
Windfield Grove Estates
Woods of Rolling Hills
Mobile Home Parks
Alander
Carlan Mobile Home Park
Cheron Village
Driftwood Acres
Everglades Mobile Home Park
Florida Fruit Lands
Flamingo Groves
Garden Park Estates
Kins Manor Estates
Orange Park Club
Palm Heaven Park
Palma Nova
Paradise Estates
Paradise Village
Park City
Rexmere Village
Saga Estates
Stirling Park
Sunshine Village
Western Hills
Weston
Weston is a community that was planned by Arvida back in 1985. Since then, Arvida has continued to expand Weston providing all necessary amenities to lure new residents. Weston has become a shining example of "The Hometown of the Future." Conveniently located at the crossroads of I-75 and I-595, this town has planned itself around being an independent residential community new families cannot resist. It is also conveniently located near the two major hubs of Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
This residential community is filled with lakes, parks, and well-maintained landscaping. Housing here is offered at various prices and in different types of styles, attracting different income and age brackets. Innovative architecture, shopping centers, parks, and everything a family might need is nestled into the more than 85 local neighborhoods.
Located in the Everglades, guests here can enjoy more than 300 acres of open space and parks. Weston provides many opportunities for recreation at its parks and city facilities. Parents can take their kids for a walk or bike ride along the many bike paths and trails. Families can find places for roller hockey, tennis, volleyball, basketball, football, and more. The whole family can enjoy a lunchtime picnic in the safety of their own community park.
The Athletic Club of Weston offers a great place for the whole family to keep in shape. Here members can find a wide array of state of the art weight training equipment as well as bikes, treadmills, and other cardiovascular inventions. Others may prefer to take a dip in the Olympic size pool or relax in the sauna or whirlpools. Residents will also find 26 lighted tennis courts, classrooms for aerobics and other classes, and racquetball courts.
Weston certainly has more than enough facilities for the avid sports enthusiasts. Golf lovers will fall in love with the Weston Hills Country Club, where they will find two championship courses on which to play. They can also visit the tennis complex, golf academy, aquatic center, clubhouse, or pro shop. This is just one of the golf courses available in this area. The Weston Tennis Center also offers many courts and professional facilities for those who need to learn or improve.Families can find everything they need in Weston from top quality schools and healthcare to excellent access to cultural events in the area. The Community Center offers many educational programs for adults and kids. Families can also attend the Weston Art Festival, which is held several times per month in this small town community.
Many Fortune 500 companies have based their operations in this quiet town. Weston Park of Commerce is destined to be one of the largest business parks in Broward County. Companies like Hershey International, Sara Lee, Falcon Aerospace, Wyndham Resorts, and Federal- Mogul Corporation have all chosen this area as a home base. This area also offers the lowest municipal millage rate in Broward County, achieved through government efficiency. Weston has developed into a beautiful place to work or live.
Weston
Area: 25.5 square miles
Government: Commission/
City Manager
Millage Rate: 21.994
Population: 49,286
Neighborhoods of Weston, Florida:
Windmill
Windmill Reserve
(new construction)
Windmill Lake Estates
Windmill Ranch Estates
Isles of Windmill Ranch
Water Oak
Poincianna
Jardin
Victoria Pointe
Hunters Pointe
Victoria Isle
Monterey
Harbor View
Royal Palm
Montclaire
Grand Oaks
The Retreat
Meadowood
The Fairways
Riviera
Mayfair
Edgewater
Provence
Legends
Eagle Watch
Princeton
The Laurels
The Pointe
Lakewood
Cypress
Courtside Homes
The Springs
Sunset Springs
Laguna Springs I
Laguna Springs II
The Cove
The Glades
The Marshes
The Grove
The Preserve
The Hammocks
The Ridges
Cypress Ridge
Magnolia Ridge
Falcon Ridge
Mahogany Ridge
Fern Ridge
Oak Ridge
Fox Ridge
Pine Ridge
Heron Ridge
Sabal Ridge
Laurel Ridge
Willow Ridge
The Meadows
Highland Meadows
Camden Meadows
Fairfield Meadows
Vista Meadows
The Lakes
Cameron Lake
Verona Lake
Fairfax Lake
Somerset Lake
Hampton Lake
North Lakes
Cambridge Lake
Springside Lake
Carrington Lake
Stanton Lake
The Landings
Pelican Landing
Mallard Landing
Egret Landing
The Isles at Weston
The Shores
The Falls
The Gardens
The Islands
Palm Island
Jasmine Island
Maple Island
Camellia Island
Orchid Island
Hibiscus Island
The Falls
Cascade Falls
Savannah Falls
Cedar Falls
Sierra Falls
Emerald Isle
Emerald Estates
Amber Cove
Emerald Courts
Sapphire Park
Diamond Cay
Ruby Cove
Sapphire Pointe
Diamond Lake
Sapphire Isle
Sapphire Shores
Country Isles
Captiva Cay
Executive Homes
Coral Harbour
Tequesta Lake
Patio Homes
Waterford Landing
Tequesta Pointe
Village Homes
Manor & Village & Coach Homes
San Messina Manor Homes
San Sebastian Manor Homes
San Messina Village Homes
San Simeon Village Homes
San Remo Manor Homes
San Mateo Manor Homes
San Remo Village Homes
Mariposa Pointe Coach homes
Weston Neighborhoods with Membership To
The Town Center Club In Bonaventure
Birchwood Village
New Village
Bonaventure Lakes
Patio Homes
California Courts
The Coconuts
Riviera
Saddle Club Estates
The Falls (Section-8)
Turtle Run
Fairways
Village Homes
The Gables
The Visions
The Gardens
The Villas of Bonaventure
La Costa
Weston Apartments:
San Michelle Apartments
The Fairways Apartments
Saint Andrews
Weston Place Apartments
Miramar
This safe and friendly family environment has something for everyone. Over 27 parks and outdoor sports complexes entertain the active residents. Guests can partake in softball, baseball, basketball, volleyball, tennis, golf, and much more.
Parents will love S.T.A.R., an after school program filled with fun for children, The Teen Club and local summer camps. Seniors can socialize at the Miramar Senior Center. They can play bingo and Mah-jongg, do arts and crafts, or go on day trips and picnics. New businesses arrive in this community daily. In fact, more Fortune 500 companies base their operations here than anywhere else in South Florida. NBC 6- one of the most respected news stations- just moved here last year. Unclaimed prime parcels remain waiting for new establishments.
Miramar
Area: 31 square miles
Government: City Commission
Millage Rate: 25.9876
Population: 72,739
Chamber of Commerce
Miramar-Pembroke Pines
Chamber of Commerce
10100 Pines Blvd., 4th Floor
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
(954) 432-9808
Coral Springs
With over 117,000 residents, this young city with its top rated schools and low crime rate is an excellent place to raise a family. New residents will find apartments, condos, homes, and gated communities to choose from. The community has over 60 parks and a Sportsplex where children can play hockey, learn tennis, swim, jog, bicycle, and roller blade. The Honda Classic PGA tournament is held yearly at the community of Heron Bay. Families can watch a Broadway show at the "Coral Springs Center for the Arts" and learn about art at the local art museum. Residents can also find all their needs at the Coral Square Mall.
This master planned city seems to have it all yet keeps expanding to meet the needs of its residents. Gourmet bakeries and restaurants spring up next to bookstores and mom and pop retail stores. Founded in 1963, this city has been coined the "city in the country." Families can visit cows and horses in the local pasture land on their way to an elegant dinner and show. Residents can attend town meetings in their feel a part of the community. The city's hometown approach has not only won the Governor's Sterling Award and an AAA rating by Fitch IBCA, but has also consistently rated 90% for customer's satisfaction with city services. Schools here continually win high marks nationally. Indeed, this family and commerce friendly city has the amenities of a large city with the attitude of a small town.
Coral Springs
Area: 24.8 square miles
Government: Elected Commission/
City Manager/ Mayor
Millage Rate: 24.1665
Population: 117,549
Chamber of Commerce
of Coral Springs, Inc.
9531 W. Sample Road P.O. Box 758240
Coral Springs, FL 33075
(954) 752-4242
www.chambercoralsprings.com
Coconut Creek
One of the newest additions to South Florida, Coconut Creek is a bedroom community with access to all major highways. The Lyons Technology center, now being built, will offer a lushly landscaped area for new development. Students will find the Broward Community College and the Atlantic Technical Center great places to learn. They can also study at the Broward County North Regional Library. The Recreational Complex offers many sports programs. Casino lovers will love the exiting Seminole Casino off of Route 441.
Families will love the natural setting here in over 15 local parks. Tradewinds Park is well known for its annual holiday light display. It also has an equestrian program and educational farm. Butterfly World, the largest butterfly house in America, is a popular attraction for all ages.
Coconut Creek
Area: 11.3 square miles
Government: Elected Commission/
City Manager
Millage Rate: 24.9936
Population: 43,566
For Information:
City of Coconut Creek
4800 W. Copans Road
Coconut Creek, FL 33063
(954) 973-6700
Dania Beach
Dania is called "The Antique Capital of the South" for its wide array of antique stores. Incorporated in 1904, the town, originally settled by Danes, was built on tomato farming. The city's history and architecture are still on display for guests. The Graves Museum of Archaeology and Natural History welcomes visitors.
Families will also enjoy the waterfront with its fishing pier, the IGFA World Fishing Center, and Sea Tech. Children will love the Grand Prix Race-o-Rama, filled with an arcade, go cart racing, a skycoaster, and more. Sports fans will love Dania Jai Alai, a sports bar with Simulcast betting and a Poker and cigar room. Families can also picnic at the John U. Lloyd State Park. The beach offers a great sunrise.
Dania Beach
Area: 25 Square Miles
Government: City Manager/Mayor
Millage Rate: 25.6234
Population: 14,771
Chamber of Commerce
Dania Beach Chamber of Commerce
100 W. Dania Beach Blvd.
P.O. Box 1017
Dania Beach, FL 33004
(954) 926-2323
www.greaterdania.org
Deerfield Beach
Families will love this beautiful community filled with recreational outlets. The city hosts over 64,000 people yet has over 125 acres of open space. The beach here has been called one of the best for families. The beach is clean and well maintained and also hosts a popular fishing pier. Residents can choose between a variety of attractive condominiums, apartments, and homes. They can enjoy the many shops, restaurants, and hotels.
The area sports three community centers with various social, cultural, and recreational activities. Residents utilize the three jogging trails, two roller hockey courts, the 14 local tennis courts, basketball courts, playgrounds, and gymnasium. Community services sponsors many events including Women's Professional Volleyball, Super Boat Grand Prix, and Moonlight Melodies Summer Beach Concert.
Deerfield Beach
Area: 13.4 square miles
Government: Council/ Manager
Millage Rate: 26.5265
Population: 64,583
Chamber of Commerce
Greater Deerfield Beach
Chamber of Commerce
1601 E. Hillsboro Blvd.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
(954) 427-1050
www.deerfieldchamber.com
Fort Lauderdale
Called the "Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale is filled with beautiful waterways that wind through million dollar estates. Part of the charm of this city is its mixture of older and more modern architecture. For new residents, single-family and multi-family housing, condominiums, and apartments are available.
About five million guests venture to this area yearly, many flying into the local airport. Fort Lauderdale has been a hot spot for students during Spring Break in the past. However, people of all ages come all year long. Retirees enjoy the fun, warm atmosphere here. The big draw to the area is the sunny, sandy beach. Numerous shops, restaurants, and clubs are steps away from the shoreline. Outdoor cafes right on the beach are typical. Surfing, jet skiing, swimming, snorkeling, SCUBA, and more are all popular activities. Many beach bums sunbathe on one of the most popular beaches in South Florida. Fashion is important even on the beach.
The sun, surf, and entertainment make this area a hot-spot day and night. The young come out at night and frequent the many clubs and bars in this region and on Las Olas Boulevard and Riverwalk. Las Olas offers charming antique shops, boutiques, nationally renowned men's stores, funky bookstores, eateries, and clubs. This area also includes the Performing Arts Center and the Museum of Discovery and Science. Riverwalk offers a great concept in shopping and dining. Guests can stroll along the waterway, grab something to eat and drink, dance till they drop, or just relax on the beach. If all this is not enough, residents can head to the elegant Galleria Mall, which features such anchor stores as Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Lord and Taylor, and Burdines.
Culture lovers can attend a theatrical show, find a good book at the Fort Lauderdale library, browse through the Museum of Art, listen to live entertainment near the beach, and more. Annually, Fort Lauderdale hosts a film festival that has begun to draw national attention. It has had the honor of being the longest running festival around, running over 28 days. Here guests can watch the newest indie films and attend workshops and discussions about film.
Nature lovers can visit one of the approximately 60 parks available. Many of the parks, such as the Birch State Park, offer canoeing, picnicking areas, hiking trails, and more. The warm temperatures make it easy to exercise outdoors. Residents can play tennis and many other sports. Golf lovers will find over 50 courses available. Many public pools are ready for visitors.
After a day of excitement, families have an endless array of places to eat dinner. In Fort Lauderdale, they can choose from an international selection. Many five star nationally known eateries neighbor funky cafes on the waterfront. Residents can drive to nearby Port Everglades to hop on a cruise ship filled with adventure and even more luscious delicacies. The food, entertainment, beaches, and style of Fort Lauderdale make it a wonderful place to live and play.
Ft. LauderdaleSingle Family Homes
Bal Harbour
Birch Estates
Harbour Inlet
Nurmi Isles
Colee Hammock
Harbour Isles
Palm Aire
Coral Ridge
Idlewyld
Rio Vista
Coral Ridge Country Club Estates
Imperial Point
Riverland
Coral Shores
Lake Ridge
Riviera Isles
Croissant Park
Las Olas By The Sea
Sailboat Bend
Downtown Fort Lauderdale
Las Olas Isles
Sea Ranch Lakes
Flagler Village
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
Seven Isles
Fort Lauderdale Beach
The Landings
Sunrise Key
Galt Ocean Mile
Lauder Del Mar
Victoria Park
Wilton Manors
Chamber of Commerce
Greater Fort Lauderdale
Chamber of Commerce
512 N.E. Third Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 462-6000
www.ftlchamber.com
Hallandale Beach
Hallandale is centrally located between Ft. Lauderdale and Miami. Often called "the Wall Street of the South," Hallandale maintains a thriving yet relaxed business community. Many residents overlook the beach in waterfront high-rise condominiums. The beach provides bocce ball, a playground, and a concession stand.
Some might prefer a trip to the exciting Gulfstream Park, home of the Florida Derby, or to the Greyhound Dog Race track. Shoppers will love Fashion Row and the Diplomat Mall. Families can enjoy special events found at the cultural community center. After a day of fun, residents can relax and have a great meal at the Diplomat Country Club and Spa or take a boat ride on the Intracoastal. This city hosts many fine and famous eateries.
Hallandale
Area: 4.4 Square Miles
Government: City Manager
Millage Rate: 25.8130
Population: 34,282
Chamber of Commerce
Hallandale-Pembroke Park
Chamber of Commerce
1117 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd., #5
P.O. Box 249
Hallandale, FL 33008
(954) 454-0541
Highland Beach
Founded in 1949 by twenty-one voters, Highland Beach has become a popular spot for "snow birds." During the winter months, the population almost doubles to about 6,500. This has become a community for retirees, who equal about 80% of the population. High-rise condominiums, cached estates, and lush palm trees line the neighborhoods.
Residents can stroll along the beach or ride their bike along the nearby A1A. Water lovers can charter a boat on the Intracoastal Waterway located to the west. Visitors enjoy many popular water sports here and on the beaches. For more entertainment, shopping, and dining, guests can go to the bordering cities of Delray Beach and Boca Raton. For only .6 square miles, this community has more than enough fun.
Highland Beach
Area: .6 square miles
Government: Manager/ Commission
Milage Rate: 20.3389
Population: 3,775
Chamber of Commerce
Greater Boca Raton
Chamber of Commerce
1800 N. Dixie Highway
Boca Raton, FL 33432
(561) 395-4433
www.bocaratonchamber.com
Hollywood
Newcomers are drawn to Hollywood's small town appeal and beautiful beaches. Walking along the main boulevard is a reminder of yesteryear. Indeed, the feel of downtown has not changed much since its development in the 1920s. However, It has been revitalized adding new shops, galleries, and clubs to the quaint hot spot. Live music plays along Hollywood Boulevard as travelers sample a variety of cuisines at sidewalk cafes after an all day beach adventure. Rollerbladers and walkers will love the boardwalk that extends along the beach decked novelty shops with native flair.
Families can also spend the day at one of the area's 20 parks or exploring the Seminole Indian museum on the nearby reservation. Here they can camp out at the village in native dwellings, encounter alligators at the Swamp buggy Eco tours or air boat rides, or sample native delicacies in the Swamp Water Café.
Guests can bet at the neighboring Greyhound Dog track. Water lovers can rent a boat and steer it up the Intracoastal Waterway, dive, sport fish, or jump on a jet ski. Residents can also travel on a Tri-Rail to see their neighbors, such as nearby Miami and Ft. Lauderdale.
This community has received national attention in recent years with sources such as Money Magazine, CNN, and the New York Times calling it the "City of the Future." Hollywood's charm is a perfect example of the "new urbanism" that is reshaping towns across America.
Hollywood
Area: 27.83 Square Miles
Government: Commission/ Manager
Millage Rate: 26.5259
Population: 139,357
Hollywood Neighborhoods
North Beach
South Beach
Boulevard Heights
North Lake
South Lake
Driftwood
North Central
South Central
Emerald Hills
Royal Poincianna
South Federal
Gracewood
Liberia
Park East
Hillcrest
Washington Park
Hollywood Hills
Lauderdale by the Sea
People coming from Northern Ft. Lauderdale can cross the Intracoastal Waterway and step into Lauderdale by the Sea. This peaceful town can be a wonderful haven to call home.
The sunny beaches here are clean and well maintained. Residents can take their shoes off and enjoy the sand in safety and comfort. This area is also quiet compared to the more popular zones of Fort Lauderdale beaches. This is an excellent place to read a book and take a cozy nap.
Many people find this pristine spot a perfect place to vacation. Hotels and resorts await guests with full amenities and easy access to the ocean. Fishing on the pier is also very popular. Many casual restaurants are available in this quaint little town.
Lauderdale by the Sea
Area: .5 square miles
Government: Commission/ City Manager
Millage Rate: 24.4710
Population: 3,103
Chamber of Commerce
Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
Chamber of Commerce
4201 Ocean Drive
Lauderdale By The Sea, FL 33308
(954) 776-1000
(800) 699-6764
www.lbts.com
Lauderhill
Begun as pasture land, Lauderhill has developed a rich and vibrant culture perfect for businesses and families. Home of the Rick Macci Classic and the Jackie Gleason Inverrary Golf Classic, many of its residents are sports enthusiasts. Citizens often visit the Lauderhill Sports Complex, golf courses, soccer fields, and tennis courts. They also can attend a dance evening or join one of the many community based sports teams in basketball, softball, hockey, volleyball, and other events.
Over 57,000 people live in this business friendly city and enjoy its many community resources. Families can also dine in style as they enjoy the international cuisine available at the local eateries. The Lauderhill mall and the furniture and accessory stores along University drive welcome in the shopoholics.
Lauderhill
Area: 7.5 square miles
Government: Manager/ Commission
Millage Rate: 25.2759
Population: 57,585
Chamber of Commerce
Lauderhill/Lauderdale
Lakes Chamber of Commerce
4512 N. University Drive
Lauderhill, Florida 33351
(954) 776-1000
Lighthouse Point
Sitting under the watchful beam of the Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse, Lighthouse point is a small, tight-knit, friendly community that has an optimistic future. The over 10,000 residents sit cozily in between the Intracoastal Waterway and the busy commercial zone of Federal Highway. Although their position leaves them unable to expand, residents are unconcerned. Incorporated in 1956, this small city welcomes guests and residents of all ages to its proud waterfront.
Their stable community provides them with everything they could need. Federal Highway provides many restaurants, shops, and businesses. The quiet, palm shaded, single-family home neighborhoods exude affluence and ease. Families often find a path to bike ride, visit one of the 20 local parks, play tennis or racquetball, or enjoy the sunny beach.
Lighthouse Point
Area: 2.49 square miles
Government: Mayor/ Commission
Millage Rate: 23.6694
Population: 10,767
Chamber of Commerce
Greater Pompano Beach
Chamber of Commerce
2200 E. Atlantic Blvd.
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
(954) 941-2940
www.pompanobeachchamber.com
Margate
This independent residential community was originally designed to be another Venice. The older canal-fronted homes are finding a new market with the young families arriving daily. Seniors will find low cost transportation and mature communities. The Carolina Club provides an 18-hole golf course and a three story plantation-style club for fine dining. Modern apartments and housing are available around the course. New shopping areas have sprung up due to the expansion of this growing city.
The Leonard Weisinger Community Center offers educational and recreational programs to all ages. The Royal Palm pool and many local parks attract families. The Winfield Park offers a fishing area and a boat ramp. The Firefighter's Park, dedicated to the nation's finest, includes tennis courts and roller hockey rinks.
Margate
Area: 9.17 square miles
Government: Commission/
City Manager
Millage Rate: 27.0185
Population: 53,909
For Information:
Margate City Hall
1001 W. River Drive
Margate, FL
(954) 972-6454
North Lauderdale
Incorporated in 1963, this area was once used primarily for agriculture and grazing pasture. Over 30,000 residents now inhabit the four square miles of land. This small town offers single and multi-family housing in a lush setting. Families will find industrial and commercial centers available for work, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Residents will find safe, well-maintained neighborhoods on the waterfront.
Residents can become a part of the community by joining one of the many local organizations. Children can spend time at the local Sports Complex, Aquatics Center, or Teen Recreation Center. Visitors can relax and play in the many area parks. Families will love the small town feel of this residential community and its accessibility to entertainment hubs such as Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
North Lauderdale
Area: 4 square miles
Government: City Commision/
Manager
Millage Rate: 25.5168
Population: 32,264
For Information:
North Lauderdale City Hall
701 SW 71st Street
North Lauderdale, FL
(954) 722-0900
Oakland Park
Originally named Floranada in 1925, this community was born in 1929 under its current name after a hurricane carried away the beginnings of a resort intended to rival Palm Beach. The residents renamed it Oakland Park after the many Oak trees they found lining the Middle River. Today over 30,000 citizens reside here. Many live in single-family homes. Others choose one of the many apartments.
Residents enjoy the local tennis courts, athletic center, parks, and nearby beaches. Families will find recreation centers and libraries for their children in the area. The local Oakland Park Elementary remains one of the oldest schools in Broward County. This "small town in the big city" is ready to fulfill dreams of new residents for years to come.
Oakland Park
Area: 6.88 square miles
Government: Commission/ Manager
Millage Rate: 25.6474
Population: 30,966
Chamber of Commerce
Oakland Park/Wilton Manors
Chamber of Commerce
2900 N. Dixie Highway
Suite 101
Oakland Park, FL 33334
(954) 568-7755
Parkland
Newcomers to Parkland will find an atmosphere of relaxed elegance in this residential community. This area appeals to young affluent families. The average housing cost is the highest in the area, upwards of $350,000. With higher prices come higher quality. Houses are nestled between open areas and pasture lands.
Residents can horseback ride, walk on the trails, and learn about nature and its inhabitants. These are just a few options available at the over 125 acres of parks and wilderness preserves available in this area. Families can also play tennis, soccer, football, baseball, basketball and more. Nearby this quiet community are modern commercial zones, where families can shop and dine in style. Residents can also venture into bordering Coral Springs or Boca Raton for more entertainment.
Parkland
Area: 11 square miles
Government: Commission/ Manager
Millage Rate: 23.7759
Population: 16,200
Chamber of Commerce
Parkland City Hall
6600 University Drive
Parkland, FL 33067
(954) 753-5040
Plantation
This upscale area serves as a family oriented residential and business environment. Residents will find a sprawling community filled with green parks, floral landscaping, upscale homes, and a vibrant commercial district. New home buyers can find homes priced in the low 70's. Over 82,000 people call this thriving, old-fashioned community home.
The Fashion Mall, Broward Mall and the Fountains welcome shoppers. Children can create and learn about art at "Young at Art". Thirty-eight parks are available for outdoor recreation. Here residents can play basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, and more. They can also fish, play horseshoes, and walk on trails. Annual events, such as Art in the Park, the Business Expo, Concert in the Park, Celebrity Plantation, and the town barbecue, bring out families and friends.
Plantation
Area: 21.77 square miles
Government: Strong Mayor
Millage Rate: 23.6757
Population: 82,934
Plantation Neighborhoods & Communities
Bayberry Point
Beneys Estate
Bravo Estates
Buckhead
Canterbury
The Carlyle Club
Carosella
Chambers Land
Chelsea
Cobblers Village
Coco Plum
Country Club Estates
Cross Creek
Drexel Park
El Dorado Estates
Estates of Hidden Acres
Falcon Estates
Flamingo Isles Estates
Florida Fruit Lands
Fountain Spring
Fox Run Estates
Funstons
Hawks Landing
Hawthorne Village
Hidden Acres
Historic Plantation
Isla Del Sol
Islanda
Jacaranda
Jacaranda Cay
Jacaranda Country Club
Jacaranda Cove
Jacaranda Lakes
Jacaranda Villas
Lago Estates
Lago Mar Colony
Lakes of Newport
Lakeview Estates
Las Brisas
Lauderdale West
Live Oaks
Longwood Village
Optima Village
The Outback
Marcano Estates
Mayfair
Melaleucal Isles
Mirror Lake Estates
New Orleans Villas
Nob Hill Estates
Parc Village
Pebble Creek at Jacaranda
Plantation Acres
Plantation Colony
Plantation Gardens
Plantation Harbor
Plantation Isles
Plantation Palms
Plantation Secluded Gardens
Plantation Sunrise Heights
Polo Club Estates
Quatraine
Royal Palm Estates
Royal Palm South
San Tropez
Saraceno East
Secluded Acres
Shady Lane
Signature Estates
Simons
Sophronia
Triple B Ranch
Vintage Creek
Westport
Mobile Home Parks
Lazy Land
Sunshine City
Parks
Shopping
Best Plaza
Broward Mall
Fashion Mall
Fountain Shoppes of Distinction
Jacaranda Plaza
Jacaranda Square
Mercede Plaza
New River Plaza
Nob Hill Shoppes
Plantation Promenade Shopping Center
Shop Center
Viscaya Square Shopping Center
Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach is a multi-cultural community that combines both residential and industrial development along its 3 mile sandy beach. Its shoreline provides many marinas, piers, and yacht clubs. Residents can enjoy the water in a variety of ways. They can relax through sailing, fishing, diving, jet skiing, or simply sunbathing.
Residents might want to play a game of tennis or golf on nearby courses. Families can picnic at a local park or listen to a local band at the outdoor amphitheater. They may also enjoy exploring the many local historic buildings or a native burial ground. This community, begun 90 years ago, is situated between the beach and a stretch of agricultural land. Today over 85,000 residents still call Pompano Beach their home.
Pompano Beach
Area: 21.51 square miles
Government: City Commission/
City Manager
Millage Rate: 24.6259
Population: 85,932
Chamber of Commerce
Greater Pompano Beach
Chamber of Commerce
2200 E. Atlantic Blvd.
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
(954) 941-2940
www.pompanobeachchamber.com
Sunrise
Once a residential community called Sunrise Golf Village, this town has developed into a fun place to work and live with endless recreational and employment opportunities. Over 85,000 people call Sunrise home. Top corporations have moved here in recent years adding 10,000 new jobs in the last three years. New residents will find all types of housing here with single-family homes starting around $110,000. This town has become a hub because of its easy access to local highways.
Another determining factor in the popularity of this locale is the amount of entertainment here. The Sawgrass Mills mall is an excellent shopping opportunity. Its outlet stores offer bargains to consumers and its themed restaurants, such as The Rainforest Cafe, and entertainment centers bring in families looking for fun. This complex attracts 25 million people per year. Music and sports lovers love the Office Depot center and Broward County Arena. Here residents can watch hockey games, arena football, or catch the biggest musical acts in the country like Madonna, Elton John and U2.
Several parks and recreational areas are available for guests and residents. At Markham Park and Range, they can bike, canoe, camp, horseback ride, picnic, play tennis, fly a model airplane, practice shooting at the range, and much more. Some parks offer basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts. Others offer softball, soccer, and football fields. Just minutes from the major cities and beaches of South Florida, Sunrise is the perfect entertainment center and living environment for the whole family.
Sunrise
Area: 22 square miles
Government: Commission/ Manager
Millage Rate: 25.5909
Population: 85,779
Neighborhoods & Communities of Sunrise
84 South
Briarwood
Riverwalk
Camelot
Village
Hampton Lakes
Villas
Homes of Riverbend
Westwind Commons
Lake Ridge
Westwind Cove
Providence
Woodgate
Banyan Estates
Capital Hill
Eagle Ridge
Enclave
Entrada at Sunrise Townhomes
Glenbrook
Gold Key Villas
Heathwood
Hills of Welleby
Jero
Josh Lee
Kingsley Common
Lakeview Homes
The Limerick
Melrose Park
Millers Sunrise Estates
Montery Manor Estates
New Orleans Lakesites
New Providence
New River Estates
Oakwood Estates
Osprey North
Osprey South
Parkwood Homes
Patio Homes
The Pines of Springtree
The Pointe
Regency Club
Relco Estates
Rhapsody at Welleby
Riverbend
Sandpiper Cove
Savannah
Sawgrass Mills
Sawgrass Preserve (gated)
Shannon Lake Estates
Sienna Greens
Sonoma
Springtree Lakes
Sugar Bay
Sunrise Golf Village
Twin Lakes
Villa Del Sol
Welleby Isles II
Westbridge
Windward Isles
Woodstock
Tamarac
Considered one of the most livable cities in America, Tamarac goes out of its way to make residents and businesses feel at home. The city is one of the safest in Broward County. New residents will find affordable housing and low taxes as well as incentives toward small businesses.
The Tamarac Sports Complex has many ball fields, tennis courts, and a roller hockey rink. Residents can also find nature trails, bike paths, and golf courses. The local citizenry is very involved with many volunteer organizations.
The city is centrally located between many shopping and entertainment areas. Once a haven for retirees, the community is becoming younger and more prosperous daily. Designated by the White House as a "Millennium City," Tamarac has a promising future.
Tamarac
Area: 12.25 square miles
Government: Commission/ Manager
Millage Rate: 26.2193
Population: 55,588
Chamber of Commerce
Tamarac Chamber of Commerce
10080 W. McNab Road
Tamarac, FL 33321
(954) 722-1520
www.tamaracchamber.org
Wellington
Nestled near the Florida Everglades is a blossoming community called Wellington. Begun initially in 1995, this town is quickly becoming a haven for business professionals. Here residents can find the amenities they need away from the hustle and bustle of a larger metropolis.
Children will find this a great place to grow up. The hometown feeling is evident. Residents can enjoy horseback riding, browsing the local mall, walking at the nature trail, or picnicking at one of the over 20 parks. Guests can watch a first class polo tournament, or engage in other sporting adventures. Children and adults can participate in activities such as softball, basketball, roller hockey, tennis, kayaking, and dance classes. Seniors will find programs at the Community Center. Visitors can often find special events to attend, such as art festivals or concerts in the park.
Nestled near the Florida Everglades is a blossoming community called Wellington. Begun initially in 1995, this town is quickly becoming a haven for business professionals. Here residents can find the amenities they need away from the hustle and bustle of a larger metropolis.
Children will find this a great place to grow up. The hometown feeling is evident. Residents can enjoy horseback riding, browsing the local mall, walking at the nature trail, or picnicking at one of the over 20 parks. Guests can watch a first class polo tournament, or engage in other sporting adventures. Children and adults can participate in activities such as softball, basketball, roller hockey, tennis, kayaking, and dance classes. Seniors will find programs at the Community Center. Visitors can often find special events to attend, such as art festivals or concerts in the park.
Wellington
Area: 30 square miles
Government: Manager/
Village Mayor
Millage Rate: 22.4292
Population: 42,124
Chamber of Commerce
Wellington Chamber of Commerce
13889 Wellington Trace
Suite A-17
Wellington, FL 33414
(561) 792-6525
Fort Lauderdale Area
The fun in big-city Fort Lauderdale starts at the beach and spreads wide to a full slate of cultural, historical and social activities. Beach-blanket movies such as Where the Boys Are made Fort Lauderdale famous among the young decades ago. It has grown up now. Still a bustling center of sunning, watersports, nightlife and other happy goings-on, it also appeals to families and couples with a science museum, shopping, fine restaurants and beachside festivities.
The beach action centers along Atlantic Boulevard and Beach Promenade, popular with walkers,cyclists and inline skaters. At its heart, Atlantic Boulevard meets up with Las Olas Boulevard, the chic strip for shopping and noshing. Poke around the edgy galleries and distinctive boutiques. Nearby Beach Place provides another festive shopping scene right across the street from the beach.
From Las Olas, walk over to the riverside Stranahan House, the city's oldest home, to learn about Fort Lauderdale's early days as a turn-of-the-20th-century Indian trading post. Continue then along Riverwalk, which skirts the New River as a linear recreational area perfect for strolling or cycling. Show up the first Sunday of each month for Jazz Brunch. The mile walk passes close to most of the city's best cultural and social fare: the Museum of Art featuring changing exhibits, Museum of Discovery and Science (hands-down one of the best hands-on museums in Florida), Fort Lauderdale Historical Society's Old Fort Lauderdale Village & Museum, and Las Olas Riverfront shopping, dining and entertainment district.
Riverwalk Park is also the place to catch a Water Taxi, which can drop you at any number of waterfront clubs, restaurants, shops and resorts; or take you sightseeing along the backyards of the rich and glitzy. Water is the way to go in Fort Lauderdale, known as "Venice of America" for its extensive system of canals and waterways. A number of tours specialize in fishing, sightseeing and nature-watching. At Christmastime, catch Winterfest, one of the first and grandest lighted boat processions in the state.
On land, experience nature in the area's wealth of parks and gardens. Bonnet House Museum & Gardens spreads 95 acres in the middle of town for swans, monkeys, orchids and other exotic plants. Two state parks offer an added measure of seclusion to the Fort Lauderdale beach experience. Hugh Taylor Birch State
Park occupies 180 acres between ocean and Intracoastal waters and provides canoeing and hiking opportunities in addition to beach recreation. South of Fort Lauderdale in Dania Beach, on the other side of the Port Everglades cruise ship port, John U. Lloyd State Park has rock jetties along the pass, great for fishing and watching ship traffic.
Butterfly World, in Coconut Creek, gives wing to fantasy with soothing gardens, lorikeets, hummingbirds, an insectarium and, of course, butterflies from around the world. In Davie, observe birds of prey and other rare species at Flamingo Gardens. Cooper City boasts the only banked bike racing track, known as a velodrome, south of Atlanta at its Brian Piccolo Park, a family mecca also for skateboarding, in-line skating, cricket matches and tennis.
Hollywood is home to the 1,500-plus-acre Anne Kolb Nature Center and Marina, a recreational dreamland with trails, canoeing, fishing and boat tours. Hollywood Beach presents a entirely different beach scene from Fort Lauderdale, with its so-called Broadwalk lined by beach shops and sidewalk cafes with a French-Canadian flair contributed by its wintering residents.
Between Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, Dania is home to a children's hands-on art museum and the state-of-the-art IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum, where you can even reel in a virtual tarpon. Downtown is known for its antique shops. But the coliseum of shopping adventure in the area is undoubtedly Sawgrass Mills, counting more than 400 brand-name stores plus family play areas, restaurants, movie theaters and other attractions.
Head west for the old Florida side of things. At Sawgrass Recreation Park, jump aboard an airboat for a look at Everglades ecology. The Everglades is Seminole tribe territory. Learn about native culture at the fascinating Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum (meaning "learn" in Seminole tongue) or on a swamp buggy adventure with Billie Swamp Safari.
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