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Heron Bay

Heron Bay

Suburban Neighborhood in Parkland, Florida

Broward County 33076
$1,040,961 Average Value
$343 Average Price per Sq Ft
39 Homes For Sale

“A gorgeous and huge master-planned community”

Heron Bay’s guard-gated landscape is a manicured vision of South Florida’s tropical beauty on the edge of the Everglades. Backyards open to glittering lakes while royal palms and live oaks shade the sidewalks. Waterways wind around the neighborhood, creating peninsulas out of many subdivisions. “It’s a gorgeous and huge master-planned community,” says Parkland native Melissa Hoff Roth, a local Realtor with Compass. “And there are plenty of amenities to match the scale.” More than 10,000 residents enjoy Heron Bay’s facilities, which include two clubhouses. Roth says the neighborhood’s ample amenities and walkability make it very attractive to families, as does the school district. Heron Bay may live in two cities — Parkland and Coral Springs — but it’s zoned for Parkland schools. On top of its excellent education, beautiful landscape and state-of-the-art facilities, Heron Bay also has a convenient location right off the Sawgrass Expressway.

An overview of the Heron Bay community.
An overview of the Heron Bay community.
Aerial view of Heron Bay.
Aerial view of Heron Bay.
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Decades of Spanish Revivals

Heron Bay’s subdivisions were developed between the 1990s and 2023. They feature diverse housing options, from coach homes to waterfront estates. Despite the variety, curbside appeals maintain a cohesive aesthetic. The grand arches, earthy hues, stucco sidings and barrel roof tiles of the Spanish Revival style can be seen on every residence. Coach homes and townhouses list between $485,000 and $700,000. Three- to four-bedroom single-family properties start in the high $600,000s, maxing out around $950,000. Five- and six-bedroom houses climb to $2.5 million. "Home values consistently hold strong in Heron Bay and, away from the city, homebuyers can get more space for their money," says Jorge Perez, a local RE/MAX Experience Realtor who lived in the community for eight years. Lot sizes range from 5,000 square feet to just over a quarter acre. Deep-set verandas and in-ground pools are common backyard features. Garages and driveways are standard. The neighborhood is managed by the Heron Bay Community Association; monthly fees vary from subdivision to subdivision.

Spanish-style home in Heron Bay.
Spanish-style home in Heron Bay.
Spanish-style home with pool in Heron Bay.
Spanish-style home with pool in Heron Bay.
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Marjory Stoneman Douglas High is healing

Heron Bay students attend Broward County Public Schools, including Heron Heights Elementary, Park Trails Elementary and West Glades Middle — each earning an A-minus on Niche. Students graduate from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High, graded A-plus. The school’s dual enrollment program lets them complete diploma requirements while earning college credit without paying for books or tuition. Participating colleges are the University of Florida, Florida International University, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. While parents may have reservations about sending their kids to Stoneman Douglas after the mass shooting in 2018, Roth says the community’s close-knit nature has only strengthened since. “People don’t know how the community came together to support the students.” In addition to a small memorial and tribute garden on campus, a public memorial is currently being constructed along the Parkland-Coral Springs border. The site of the tragedy was demolished in June of 2024.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has been serving the neighborhood since 1990.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has been serving the neighborhood since 1990.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has an excellent sports program.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has an excellent sports program.
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Community clubhouses and Pine Trails Park

Tree-lined sidewalks loop around all of Heron Bay, perfect for morning jogs and walking dogs. Plaza Del Lago is the neighborhood’s northern clubhouse, where kids can play on splash pads while parents lounge by the resort-style pool, enjoying the ambiance of a cascading waterfall. Other amenities at Plaza Del Lago include a fitness center, sauna, basketball courts and a sand volleyball court. Another sand volleyball court can be found on the neighborhood’s south side by The Commons. This clubhouse is a hub for racquet sports, home to a tennis shop, two full-time tennis pros, 10 clay tennis courts, and indoor racquetball courts. Rumor has it that pickleball facilities are coming soon. On top of that, The Commons is also a place to relax thanks to its pool, jacuzzi and tiki bar. Pine Trails Park is another nearby option for getting outdoors, just 2 miles away. Residents can head to play baseball, soccer, football, or any other sport on the park's multi-use grass and turf sports fields. This park also has a fishing pier and walking trails that pass by public fitness equipment.

Aerial view of the entrance to the Heron Bay neighborhood.
Aerial view of the entrance to the Heron Bay neighborhood.
Front view of one of the clubhouses in Heron Bay.
Front view of one of the clubhouses in Heron Bay.
The playground at Pine Trails park is fun for all ages.
The playground at Pine Trails park is fun for all ages.
Aerial view of the tennis courts at the clubhouse in Heron Bay.
Aerial view of the tennis courts at the clubhouse in Heron Bay.
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Clubhouse get-togethers

One glance at the community calendar shows there’s always something to do at the clubhouses, from ice cream parties and food truck socials to live shows with local comedians and musicians. The Heron Bay Farmers Market is a favorite, bringing fresh produce and artisan goods to the green lawns of Plaza Del Lago.

Front entrance to the clubhouse.
Front entrance to the clubhouse.
View of the pool and back of the clubhouse in Heron Bay.
View of the pool and back of the clubhouse in Heron Bay.
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Shopping and dining on Nob Hill Road

Publix and Walmart sit across Nob Hill Road from each other in small shopping centers on the neighborhood’s south side. Aside from grocery stores, the plazas also have popular restaurants like Little Havana Bar and Grill, offering creative cocktails and classic Cuban cuisine.

Excellent dining options on Nob Hill Road.
Excellent dining options on Nob Hill Road.
Nob Hill Road has lots of locally-owned shopping options.
Nob Hill Road has lots of locally-owned shopping options.
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Prime Sawgrass Expressway proximity

Heron Bay is a car-dependent area. To access the highway, residents take Heron Bay Boulevard to Nob Hill Road — which turns into Coral Ridge Drive — and head south. A ramp onto the Sawgrass Expressway is less than a mile away, making for simple 15-mile drives to Boca Raton. The closest airport, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, is about 30 miles away. To get to the nearest hospital, residents can head to Broward Health Coral Springs, 5 miles down the road.

Easy access to the Sawgrass Expressway makes for an easy commute.
Easy access to the Sawgrass Expressway makes for an easy commute.
Charging stations are a great amenity in the Heron Bay neighborhood.
Charging stations are a great amenity in the Heron Bay neighborhood.
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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International

45 min drive

Bus

Coral Ridge Drive & Holmberg Road

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Heron Bay US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,379
Number of Homes for Sale
39
Median Year Built
2004
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,284
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,971
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
26
Median Rent
$4,750
Median Single Family Home Rent
$5,300
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,900
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,650
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,650
Median Condo Rent
$3,500

Demographics

Total Population
8,333
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$164,285
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$183,353

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
63.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
59°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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