Central Beach
Dining options are almost endless
An eclectic mix of dining options is featured along the broadwalk. Ocean Alley Restaurant & Bar has been providing comfort food and live music for more than 20 years. Nearby 7 Tables On The Beach serves up highly rated Peruvian fare and exotic cocktails. Boardwalk Ice Cream’s walk-up window draws a crowd for their old-school selection of sweet treats. Featured stores include Hollywood Paradise, the quintessential beach shop, and The Bike Shack, where rentals provide a quick way up and down the promenade. One of the most popular attractions is the Jimmy Buffett Margaritaville Beach Resort. Residents can enjoy a staycation at reduced rates, and you don’t have to be a guest to relax at the resort’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill or dine in style at JWB Prime Steak & Seafood. Billy’s Stone Crab, a well-known restaurant and seafood market, is a highlight of the additional dining destinations along the Stranahan River on the neighborhood’s west side. Walmart Supercenter and Publix provide convenient retail options just outside the neighborhood. A neighborhood Publix on the riverfront has been in the planning stages for several years, but as of summer 2024, a date had not been set for its opening.
Easy access to a beautiful oceanfront beach
The neighborhood’s location between the ocean and the river offers easy access to waterfront recreation. The beach stretches the entire length of the community. Its white sand and blue-green water are a beacon for sunbathers, swimmers and anyone who enjoys the picturesque coastal setting. “Our beach is not like other beaches in South Florida,” Kennedy says. “You can’t drive cars on our oceanfront. We have the promenade right next to the sand. So you don’t have to play Frogger to get to the beach and worry about getting hit by a car.” The river, which forms the local section of the Intracoastal Waterway, is a haven for nautical adventures, be it fishing, sailing or yachting. Charnow Park is the largest of the neighborhood’s green spaces. It features an array of amenities just steps from the ocean. It was created in the 1930s as a place to play paddleball. The courts have been restored in the years since. North Hollywood Beach Park is located adjacent to the neighborhood, and the nearby Anne Kolb Nature Center is a key player in the city’s efforts to educate the public about the natural landscape and its inhabitants. Set among a forest of mangroves, it offers year-round programs and events.
Luxury condos are a residential highlight
Condominium complexes of various sizes dot the landscape. All come with varying degrees of amenities, including doormen and rooftop pools. The largest luxury options are typically priced between $1 million and $3 million. Most two-bedroom units are priced between $500,000 and $900,000-plus. One-bedroom units generally range from the mid-200,000s to the high $400,000s. The occasional cottage home nestled on a side street can be found in the $1 million range, an indication of the neighborhood’s appealing location. 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.
Broward County Schools offer an array of programs
Students can attend either Dania Elementary or Hollywood Central Elementary schools, rated B-minus and C-plus by Niche, respectively. At Olsen Middle, a C-rated school, students can enroll in the Integrated Career and Academic Networks magnet program, which involves mentoring from business professionals and nearby institutions of higher learning. The two high schools serving the area also offer specialized magnet courses. South Broward High School, rated B-plus, offers a maritime, marine science and technology program. Hallandale High School, rated C-plus, features programs in STEM and multimedia technology.
Sun Shuttle provides quick and easy local travel
A local transportation service, Sun Shuttle, allows residents to easily travel between the neighborhood and other points of interest throughout the city. Broward County Transit buses run along Florida A1A, which runs the length of the neighborhood on the river side. A1A, nearby U.S. Highway 1 and Interstate 95 all provide access to cities along the coast, including Fort Lauderdale about 10 miles north and Miami about 20 miles south. Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is a little more than 5 miles from the neighborhood.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Paulina Inostrosa
Paulina Inostrosa
Cervera Real Estate Inc.
(786) 891-3077
16 Total Sales
1 in Central Beach
$785,000 Price
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Kirk Andersen
Kirk Andersen
Beach Town Real Estate LLC
(561) 801-9199
83 Total Sales
1 in Central Beach
$460,000 Price
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Joel Valencia
Joel Valencia
Keller Williams Capital Realty
(786) 699-8362
81 Total Sales
1 in Central Beach
$1,075,000 Price
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B. DUERR
B. DUERR
One Sotheby's International Realty
(786) 406-6529
76 Total Sales
2 in Central Beach
$935K - $1.6M Price Range
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Barry Levinson
Barry Levinson
Compass Florida, LLC
(754) 333-7588
29 Total Sales
3 in Central Beach
$1.3M - $1.9M Price Range
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Greg Caron
Greg Caron
LoKation
(321) 384-5053
20 Total Sales
1 in Central Beach
$337,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Harry Berry Park
- Picnic Area
- Beach
- Playground
Charnow Park
- Picnic Area
- Beach
- Playground
Keating Park
- Beach
- Playground
- Ocean
Hollywood North Beach Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Eppelman Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Hollywood Beach
- Fishing
- Trails
- Beach
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central Beach | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Central Beach Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Beach, Hollywood sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Beach, Hollywood over the last 12 months is $215,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$199,999
Median Sale Price
$215,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$428,345
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$150,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
63
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8,659
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1973
Months of Supply
0.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,444
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,276
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,350
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
774
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
351
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,049
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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
14,039
Median Age
60
Population Density
41 ppl/acre
Population under 18
9.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
40.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,604
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,909
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
College Graduates
47.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.8%
% Population in Labor Force
43.5%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
69''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
72
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64
/ 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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