A well-run city filled with parks and recreational spaces
Coral Springs used to be green bean farms and cattle fields, but today this community of 135,000 – one of Broward County’s first planned cities – is known for its eclectic mix of recreational spaces spread across 24 square miles on the edge of the Everglades. Officials have worked to create an active, friendly community with a diverse economy, low crime rates and robust city planning for the future. “It’s a very family-oriented community,” says Joy Carter, a Realtor with Keller Williams who recently retired after 10 years as a city commissioner. “There are 49 parks in the city and lots of participation in the schools. The city is very well-run and proactive. Any issue, they are on it. They don’t bury their heads in the sand. They go after it to keep their stellar reputation.”
Witness Everglades sunsets from the Sawgrass Trailhead in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
The beautiful Oakwood Coral Springs neighborhood in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Experience the essence of nature in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Westchester Park has two dog parks for folks of the City of Coral Springs, FL.
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Coral Springs Center for the Arts is a popular performing arts venue
Locals can catch traveling Broadway productions, concerts and comedy shows at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts. The Coral Springs Museum of Art features rotating exhibits and offers classes for all skill levels. The museum will be opening a second, 8,100-square-foot location in Cornerstone Plaza as part of the city’s downtown expansion. Next to the Northwest Regional Library, the city's Art Walk features 1,300 feet of public art installations, including permanent and temporary sculptures gracing a colorful paved path. The Walk at University hosts the two-day Festival of the Arts each spring.
Northwest Regional Library is a great resource for the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Coral Springs Center for the Arts is a local gem in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
A unique butterfly sculpture in City Center Art Walk in the heart of Coral Spring, FL.
Take a break from the heat at the City of Coral Springs Aquatic Complex.
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A place for swimmers, skaters and pickleball players
This city is filled with opportunities for outdoor fun. An aquatics complex, a tennis center and the 75,000-square-foot IceDen are conveniently located near the Sawgrass Expressway on the city’s western edge. “The aquatics center has produced Olympians, and the IceDen used to be the practice home of the Florida Panthers,” Carter says.
Nearby Westchester Park is a large waterfront green space that includes a dog park. Betti Stradling Park on the north side and Cypress Park on the south side are amenities-filled jewels that feature everything from athletic courts to skating facilities to water parks. Riverside Park, among the dozens of smaller spaces that dot the city, was recently renovated with new pickleball courts. “There’s tons of activity for all ages,” Carter says. “We used to have a lot of passive parks, but they have been converted into active parks. When I got here, I think there were two pickleball courts. Today we have 26.”
In addition to the parks, golfers can enjoy several 18-hole golf courses in the area, including the Country Club of Coral Springs. The city is working on a greenway loop that would pass over the Sawgrass Expressway and create a walkable path to the Everglades. Though the project is currently in the design stages, plans include a scenic overlook for locals to admire the windswept wetlands. “With this project, people can really experience this untapped part of nature,” says Lindsey Steinberg, media relations coordinator for the city.
Cool off and practice your skating skills at the indoor ice rink of Coral Springs, FL.
Betti Stradling Park has a popular skate park the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Riverside Park in the City of Coral Springs, FL has state of the art equipment.
The City of Coral Springs, FL has many pickleball courts near the neighborhood.
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Coral Springs Charter School is the city's highest rated
Coral Springs is served by Broward County Public Schools, a district that earns a B-plus from Niche. The city is home to several elementary schools that are rated A-minus. Coral Springs Charter School, which serves students in sixth through 12th grades, is the city’s highest-rated institution, earning an A from Niche. It features an Academic & Career Excellence Academy where students gain workplace experience through partnerships with community organizations. The county offers school choice, so eligible students can attend schools outside of their geographic zone.
Coral Springs Charter School in the City of Coral Springs, FL is an A+ school.
Welcome to Westchester Elementary School centrally located in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Residents of the City of Coral Springs, FL can walk to Sawgrass Springs Middle School.
Coral Glades High School is a short drive from the City of Coral Springs, FL.
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Low crime rates compared to most of Florida
The Coral Springs Police Department reports significantly lower crime rates than much of Florida. According to data from 2023, violent crime was reported at a rate of .89 incidents per 1,000 residents, compared to a statewide rate of 2.59. Property crimes were reported at a rate of 6.54 incidents per 1,000 residents, compared to a statewide rate of 15.66. The Police Department also runs many special safety programs for the community, including a Vacation Watch. This initiative allows homeowners to request police checks of their homes while they are away. “Coral Springs is clean, it’s safe, and it’s a city that focuses on providing for residents’ needs,” Carter says.
HOA or not, housing is well-maintained
Most of the properties in Coral Springs are single-family homes, but condos and townhouses are sprinkled throughout the city. The median sales price is $575,000. “That has jumped up dramatically since I arrived,” says Carter, who has lived in Coral Springs for almost four decades. “The demand has remained consistent, but supply is still low.” Eagle Trace is a sought-after golf community that is a highlight of the city’s many gated developments, which feature a collection of large contemporary homes with waterfront views. Non-HOA housing in walkable neighborhood settings was built primarily in the 1970s and ‘80s. “Those homes are well-maintained and well-manicured because the city has a large code-enforcement department,” Carter says. Home prices range from around $400,000 to about $1.5 million. Multi-family prices range from the mid-$100,000s for low-rise condo units to the low $700,000s for contemporary townhomes with driveways and attached garages. To prepare for hurricane season, city officials encourage residents to sign up for text alerts by texting AlertCS to 888-777. In 2023, the Florida Power & Light Company reinforced three power lines in Coral Springs, upgrading grid technology to speed up restoration in the event of hurricane-related power outages.
Palm trees surround this Mediterranean style home in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Duplex homes with garages are popular in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
The City of Coral Springs, FL is situated among woods and waterways.
A gorgeous Spanish Revival style home in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
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Multi-use projects anchor the city's downtown expansion
Sample Road and University Drive are buzzy downtown commercial corridors filled with dining and retail options. Upscale restaurants and breweries stand out among the diverse options. The Walk at University is the city's newest retail center. The outdoor mall has quickly become a popular community gathering place. Cornerstone Plaza is being developed downtown. Initial tenants include three restaurants and a boxing gym. Completion of the project is expected by the fall of 2025. City Village is an ambitious mixed-use project that will be located next door. Plans call for hundreds of residential units and up to 85,000 square feet of commercial space that would be anchored by a Whole Foods. The economy is bolstered by Coral Springs Commerce Park. Employers include Fiserv, one of the largest data-processing companies in the country, and PepsiCo, which recently doubled the size of its distribution facility. “Commerce Park enhances our tax base, and it assists in keeping our taxes lower,” Carter says. “It might only be a percent or two, but the taxes are lower than nearby Parkland because they don’t have our economic infrastructure.”
Delicious barbeque is found at 4 Rivers Smokehouse in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Unique food items can be found at Trader Joe's in the heart of Coral Springs, FL.
Moon Thai Japanese is a local favorite in the City of Coral Springs, FL.
Big Bear Brewery Company in Coral Springs, FL has a modern and cozy atmosphere.
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Public transportation options alleviate traffic issues
Broward County Transit System has five bus lines in the city, connecting residents to the rest of the county. Coral Springs also has two free community bus lines: a Green Line that circles the northeast portion of the city and a Blue Line that loops around the southwest side. Broward Health Coral Springs is conveniently located downtown. Florida’s Gold Coast is densely packed with large cities and highways, making traffic common. During rush hour, the 20-mile commute to Boca Raton can take anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour, while the 30-mile drive to Fort Lauderdale can take as little as 30 minutes or as much as an hour and a half on Interstate 95. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is about 25 miles away.
On average, homes in Coral Springs, FL sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Coral Springs, FL over the last 12 months is $620,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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