Deerfield Beach
Beach amenities
In addition to splashing around in the ocean, there are plenty of other things to do. Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier is over 700 feet long and 20 wide and is open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Some ocean fish caught include mutton snapper, mackerel and pompano. Surfing is allowed north of the pier, where the city also has nine sand volleyball courts that are free for public use. Further south on the Hillsboro Mile is the Barefoot Mailman Statue, honoring the teams of mailmen who carried mail between Palm Beach and Miami on foot and by boat in the late 1800s. Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse is a short drive down the A1A. At the top of the lighthouse is a panoramic view of Deerfield Beach. Deerfield Beach has won the “Blue Wave” award from the Clean Beach Council based on water quality, beach conditions, safety services and habitat conservation. The biggest event on the beach is the annual Ocean Brews & Blues Festival, a one-day event featuring music and craft beer sampling.
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Eating opportunities at “the bend”
Where Ocean Drive bends to the west for a block, close to the fishing pier, is where most of the restaurants are located in Deerfield Beach. The Whale’s Rib attracts locals and those in the know on Mondays for lunch. That’s when the freshly caught dolphin is served blackened or grilled. The restaurant has served the area and many visitors for over 30 years. Dessert can be enjoyed across the street at Le Rendez-Vous, a popular spot for homemade gelato. Any grocery shopping is done off the island. Publix is on Federal Highway, and a Sprouts Farmers Market grocery store is a few miles inland.
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From modest condos to luxurious multi-million-dollar homes
The housing price range is vast, with one-bedroom condos with less than 1,000 square feet priced at around 350,000. These units may be small, but they still provide many amenities, such as a community pool, barbecue grill and views of the Intracoastal Waterway. Monthly homeowners association fees run from $400 to $600. Toward the island's southern end are multimillion-dollar homes that run from $10 to $30 million and have up to 31,000 square feet. In the middle of that wide price range are high-rise condos on the Atlantic. Most were built between 1960 and 1990 and feature amenities like a fitness center, clubhouse, community pool and direct beach access. Prices range from $700,000 to $2 million, and monthly maintenance fees can be over $1,000. Single-family homes are located closer to the Intracoastal Waterway, and many appeal to boaters because they offer dock space. Most of these homes are priced in the millions.
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B-plus Broward County schools
Broward County is the sixth largest school district in the country and earns a B-plus grade on Niche. Deerfield Beach Elementary School is a public school option for kids in the neighborhood. The student-teacher ratio is an excellent 14-to-1, and the overall Niche grade is C-plus. Deerfield Beach Middle School students can choose from several electives, including foreign language study, dance, gymnastics, public speaking and debate. The school gets a C-plus from Niche. Deerfield Beach High School has a 99% graduation rate and is rated B-minus by Niche.
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Airport convenience
Boca Raton Airport is 7 miles to the north and is popular for corporate flights. Pompano Beach Airpark is the same distance south. The facility has charter flights and conducts flight training classes for prospective pilots. Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport is home to larger jets and is about a half-hour trip south along I-95. Broward County Transit has stops along A1A and close to the beach on NE 20th Terrace.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jonathan Phillips
Jonathan Phillips
Keller Williams Realty Services
(561) 510-9640
279 Total Sales
6 in Deerfield Beach
$270K - $2.6M Price Range
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Stephen Katz
Stephen Katz
Compass Florida LLC
(754) 354-5304
80 Total Sales
1 in Deerfield Beach
$1,125,000 Price
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Angeline Earnest
Angeline Earnest
Coldwell Banker Realty
(754) 714-3080
8 Total Sales
2 in Deerfield Beach
$1.2M - $2.9M Price Range
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Vito Labalestra
Vito Labalestra
Compass Florida, LLC
(754) 354-5600
78 Total Sales
1 in Deerfield Beach
$242,500 Price
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Patricia S Davila PA
Patricia S Davila PA
Century 21 Hansen Realty Inc
(561) 564-0717
44 Total Sales
2 in Deerfield Beach
$559K - $735K Price Range
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Philip DeCarlo
Philip DeCarlo
Compass Florida LLC
(551) 205-5824
53 Total Sales
1 in Deerfield Beach
$554,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Frank McDonough Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Football
- Picnic Area
Sullivan Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Kayak/Canoe
North Ocean Park
DeGroff Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Beach
Hillsboro Inlet Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Deerfield Beach | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Deerfield Beach Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Deerfield Beach, Hillsboro Beach sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Deerfield Beach, Hillsboro Beach over the last 12 months is $195,500, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$219,000
Median Sale Price
$195,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$272,975
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$399,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,195,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
11%
Last 12 months Home Sales
615
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$341
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,820
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
0.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,507
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,268
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,203
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
750
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 211am - 1pm
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 2pm
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Saturday, Aug 910am - 4pm
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
7,226
Median Age
63
Population Density
16 ppl/acre
Population under 18
8.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
46.4%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,811
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$105,482
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
49.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.2%
% Population in Labor Force
43.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
55''
Average Winter Low Temperature
61°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
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