North Beach
Anne Kolb Nature Center is a recreational, educational highlight
North Beach also offers a more natural setting, as a significant portion of the neighborhood remains untouched by development. Nature enthusiasts can nurture their love for the outdoors at the Anne Kolb Nature Center. Offering year-round education and recreational opportunities, the center is at the heart of Hollywood’s efforts to educate the public about the natural landscape and its inhabitants. “We have guided hikes every month to introduce visitors to this natural space,” says Christine McDade, parks naturalist at Anne Kolb. “The nature center is located within a mangrove estuary, and during manatee season in South Florida, there’s a good chance that visitors may spot one if they take a walk on one of our trails.” The center hosts special events that include Marine Mammal Appreciation Day and World Wetlands Day. Carpenter House is a well-known neighborhood attraction that features the Marine Environmental Education Center, an interactive learning space and research facility that focuses on endangered sea turtles. The neighborhood is part of the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program, and sea turtle nests are checked daily from March through October. The Anne Kolb Nature Center offers additional resources. “In the summer, we provide a program, Sea Turtles and Their Babies,” McDade says. “We focus on the conservation of sea turtles every Wednesday and Friday night in July and August.” Hollywood North Beach Park is the center of recreational activity, with its five pocket parks – all named after sea turtle species -- dotting the shoreline and offering scenic walks and fishing. The main park features the neighborhood’s largest and most popular fishing pier, which juts out into the ocean, as well as an observation tower. Pets and their owners can play on the beach from dawn to dusk.
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Plenty of waterfront dining destinations
Tiki Tiki is the lone restaurant in the mostly commercial-free neighborhood. The dockside eatery overlooking the river serves up seafood standards and comfort food dishes. “Old World charm on the waterfront,” Burns says. “It’s always hopping.” Tiki Tiki is owned by the same group that runs GG’s Waterfront, an elegant establishment along the river in Central Beach. Other featured destinations nearby include Billy’s Stone Crab, a well-known riverfront restaurant and seafood market, and The Taco Joint, where visitors can enjoy food and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere along the broadwalk. Outdoor cafes offer a variety of goods, from ice cream treats to gourmet meals. And if the crowds are not an issue, North Beach residents have easy access to the popular promenade. "You just walk or ride your bike and you're in the middle of the chaos," Kennedy says. Publix is available within 2 miles on both ends of North Beach. Oakwood Plaza and the Diplomat Mall Shopping Center offer several shopping options within 5 miles of the neighborhood.Condos, townhouses are the primary residential options
Condominiums and townhouses come in all shapes and sizes along the neighborhood’s dueling waterfronts. Renaissance at the Ocean’s luxury options stand out along the beach. Modern condominiums with resort-style amenities and renovated townhomes with private boat docks highlight the options along the river. Prices range from around $700,000 to more than $1.8 million. For condos, HOA fees range from $1,000 to $5,000 per month. For townhouses, the range is $700 to $1,300. Single-family options include large homes on or near the beach and a mix of smaller homes inland. Prices typically range from $1 million-plus to nearly $3 million. As with all waterfront communities, flooding is a concern, but wind is an even greater concern, especially during hurricane season. Most of the multi-family buildings, however, are equipped to withstand the elements. On the other hand, single-family homeowners should be aware of the costs of insurance and home improvements.Students attend Broward County schools
Students can attend Broward County Public Schools such as Dania Elementary, rated B-minus by Niche; Olsen Middle, rated C; and South Broward High, a B-plus-rated Cambridge International school.A1A provides access up and down the coast
Public transportation is provided by buses that run along Ocean Drive, also known as Florida A1A. The scenic highway runs along the entire Atlantic coast and can be taken into Miami about 20 miles south. Nearby U.S. Highway 1 and Interstate 95 also provide access to points of interest along the coast, including Fort Lauderdale about 10 miles north. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is less than 5 miles from the neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joann Madriz Farinas
Joann Madriz Farinas
Serhant
(754) 240-8438
58 Total Sales
1 in North Beach
$2,400,000 Price
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Carlos Dasilva
Carlos Dasilva
COLDWELL BANKER SUNSTAR REALTY
(941) 206-4909
14 Total Sales
1 in North Beach
$1,800,000 Price
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Melanie Tilchen
Melanie Tilchen
Coldwell Banker Residential RE
(561) 933-9570
66 Total Sales
1 in North Beach
$730,000 Price
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Nanette Plescia
NP
Nanette Plescia
Coldwell Banker Realty
(954) 737-4682
69 Total Sales
1 in North Beach
$730,000 Price
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Maria DeVito
Maria DeVito
United Realty Group Inc
(855) 913-6235
17 Total Sales
1 in North Beach
$825,000 Price
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Karen OHare PA
Karen OHare PA
Responds QuicklyThe Keyes Company
(754) 354-9151
55 Total Sales
1 in North Beach
$800,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Dog Beach
- Dog Park
- Beach
- Ocean
Hollywood North Beach Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Hawksbill Park
- Dog Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Green Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Beach
Loggerhead Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Beach
Kemp's Ridley Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Parking Lot
Green Street Beach
- Beach
- Ocean
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Beach | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Beach Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Beach, Hollywood sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Beach, Hollywood over the last 12 months is $385,200.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$224,999
Median Sale Price
$385,200
Median Single Family Sale Price
$200,061
Median Change From 1st List Price
11%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$172
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
375
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,309
Above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,210
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,666
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
591
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
871
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
704
Median Age
60
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
8.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
39.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$100,266
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$125,878
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
73.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
69''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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