Broward Highlands
Nearing renovation stage
Being so close to the beach, the prices are lower than what might be expected. “Most of the homes are from the 1960s and ‘70s,” Staziaki says. “They’re simple homes that attract people who work blue-collar jobs. Many people who live here are working in construction. It’s a diverse mix of people.” Some homes that need renovation may be less than $400,000, but the price range is usually between $400,000 and $500,000. “The ones with pools are the most expensive. Those are closer to $500,000,” Staziaki adds. About 30% of the homes in Broward Highlands have pools in the backyard: Ranch-style, some colorful as is common in Florida, Spanish-style one-story homes, some with circular driveways are common to see. Palm trees typically shade the sidewalks. There are also condos and duplexes. Sixty-one percent of Broward Highlands residents are homeowners.
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Hop on the bus, Gus, or the train, Elaine
Broward County Transit provides public bus transportation throughout Broward County and for those in the Broward Highlands neighborhood. There are multiple stops along Dixie Highway. The Deerfield Beach Train Station is less than 10 minutes to the northwest, near the Interchange with Interstate 95 and Hillsboro Boulevard. Getting from the Deerfield Beach station to downtown Miami takes about an hour on Tri-Rail. Tri-Rail serves Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties. The train station is one of the state’s historic buildings, built in a Mediterranean Revival style with arched entryways, stucco walls and a barrel-tiled roof.
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Parks-a-plenty
Though Broward Highlands is not large, it does offer quality green space, including Mayo Howard Park, which runs alongside FAU Research Park Boulevard and features a pavilion for cookouts, a covered children’s playground, an exercise trail and plenty of grassy areas. The Pastor Willie James Ford Sr. Linear Park runs along SW 10th Street. The outdoor fitness court has reproductions of Jean-Michael Basquiat’s paintings—courtesy of a grant from the National Fitness Campaign. The Tivoli Sand Pine Preserve is 25 acres and comes from the sand pines that existed in the park before being killed by hurricanes in the early 2000s. There are paved trails, and the park is home to the endangered gopher tortoise. The Oveta McKeithen Recreational Complex is a 15-acre park with playgrounds, jungle gyms, athletic fields and a community center.
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Schools a short drive from Broward Highlands
Kids in Broward Highlands can attend Broward County Public Schools, rated a B-plus overall on Niche. Park Ridge Elementary and Deerfield Beach High Schools are the closest, only a few minutes to the south. Park Ridge Elementary is rated a C overall with an A-minus for diversity. Deerfield Beach Middle School is an IB World School offering International Baccalaureate courses. The school is rated a C-plus on Niche. The Deerfield Beach High School football program has produced several NFL players, including Jerry Jeudy and Denard Robinson.
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Food that’s exotic and familiar
The Brazilian Depot Food Court along 10th Street serves food buffet style in a small cafeteria. There are meats, rice and beans. Customers also tend to like their empanadas, which are fried turnovers consisting of pastry and filling. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is a chain in Broward Highlands known for its gift shop and down-home cooking. Walmart Neighborhood Market is the closest grocery store on Military Trail.Significant employer in the region
On the west side of Interstate 95 is the Publix Distribution Center, which employs about 1,000 people and covers over 900,000 square feet. The center has advanced automation technology, allowing faster and more accurate package handling. Broward Highlands is just off Interstate 95 and is 40 miles north of Miami. The Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport is the closest largest airport, about 20 miles south.
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Written By
Jeff Stapleton
Photography Contributed By
Gabor Kovacs
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melissa Cutter
Melissa Cutter
Responds QuicklyThe Keyes Company
(561) 867-6351
43 Total Sales
1 in Broward Highlands
$330,000 Price
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Walter Vivancos
Walter Vivancos
Epic Choice Realty
(786) 321-5828
127 Total Sales
1 in Broward Highlands
$455,000 Price
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Elijah Teixeira
Elijah Teixeira
Responds QuicklyTrue Oak Realty
(954) 569-2126
18 Total Sales
1 in Broward Highlands
$400,000 Price
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Adriana Matri
Adriana Matri
Responds QuicklyUNITED REALTY GROUP INC.
(561) 564-0341
30 Total Sales
1 in Broward Highlands
$299,900 Price
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Laurane Simon
Laurane Simon
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty SW
(754) 203-6395
51 Total Sales
1 in Broward Highlands
$430,000 Price
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Steven Koleno
Steven Koleno
Baird & Warner
(855) 618-0341
11,221 Total Sales
1 in Broward Highlands
$481,000 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
Highlands Park and Recreation Center
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Mayo Howard Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Volleyball
Ecidar Park
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
- Trails
Tivoli Sand and Park Preserve
Cornerstone Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Pastor Willie James Ford Sr. Linear Park
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Broward Highlands | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Broward Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Broward Highlands, Deerfield Beach sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Broward Highlands, Deerfield Beach over the last 12 months is $260,000, down 72% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$284,900
Median Sale Price
$260,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$260,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-72%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$158
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
762
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,352
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
723
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,069 per month
- Furnished Studio-Fort Lauderdale - Deerfie...
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 300 Sq Ft
- 1200 Fau Research Park Blvd
- Deerfield Beach, FL
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$1,739 per month
- Furnished Studio-Deerfield Beach
- Studio
- 1 Bath
- 300 Sq Ft
- 1400 Fau Research Park Blvd
- Deerfield Beach, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,159
Median Age
36
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,833
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,404
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
4.5%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
60''
Average Winter Low Temperature
59°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25
/ 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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