Watercrest at Parkland
$1,412,248
Average Value
Luxury waterfront homes
Watercrest is one of the newer neighborhoods in Parkland. Most homes were built in the late 2010s, many offering scenic, undisturbed views of one of the neighborhood’s several lakes. “The neighborhood is so manicured, one of my clients said it was like she was driving through Disneyland getting to the house,” Alex Sajovits says. Architectural styles range from Mediterranean flourishes with red-tiled roofs to larger estates with arched entryways on oversized lots. Prices vary depending on square footage and model, typically ranging between $1 million and $2.5 million. Though a majority of the homes are for sale, there are some rental houses as well. HOA fees usually hover around $500 per month, lower than neighboring communities like Parkland Bay and Miralago.
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Broward County Schools are a big draw for parents
The Watercrest community is zoned to highly rated schools in the Broward County Public Schools District, a major draw for parents. Kids in the area might attend Heron Heights Elementary School, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche and offers before- and after-school care. Westglades Middle School also receives an A-minus, while Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School boasts an A-plus. The high school offers an array of extracurricular activities and programs, including dual-enrollment courses for college credits.
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Fishing at Pine Trails Park
Residents can spend sunny days at the community pool, located in the neighborhood clubhouse, which also has a fitness center and tennis courts. Watercrest Lake is stocked with fish, and residents often cast a line for catch-and-release fishing. Pine Trails Park, one of Parkland’s biggest municipal parks, is a few miles away, and the expansive Everglades aren't far, either. Members of the Parkland Golf and Country Club are a few miles from the greens. Residents looking to catch a tan or relax on the sand are about 17 miles from the shoreline.
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An easy route to Boca Raton and Pompano Beach
Local thoroughfares like University Drive and Nob Hill Road lead to the central parts of Parkland. To reach Boca Raton or Pompano Beach, residents can use the Sawgrass Expressway toll road, which is also one of the main routes to Interstate 95. Boca Raton is about 13 miles away, while Pompano Beach is about 16 miles out. The closest medical center is in neighboring Coral Springs at Broward Health, a 250-bed hospital. Like other communities in Parkland, Watercrest residents tend to drive to get around since there's no public transportation in the area.A few miles from Central Parkland shops
Though Watercrest is on the northwestern corner of Parkland, residents aren’t too far from many of the city’s shopping centers and restaurants. The neighborhood is about 4 miles away from Walmart and Publix. Parkland has an array of restaurant options, ranging from fast food spots to beloved local chains. Little Havana offers a taste of Cuba, accompanied by tasty drinks and occasional live music. North Springs Plaza, about 5 miles away, has big-box retailers like Target and Ross. Residents typically head to neighboring Boca Raton or Pompano Beach for more retail or restaurant options.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Allison Kaufman
Allison Kaufman
Century 21 Stein Posner
(561) 782-2422
52 Total Sales
2 in Watercrest at Parkland
$895K - $932K Price Range
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Ria Qadri
Ria Qadri
Responds QuicklyCharles Rutenberg Realty FTL
(754) 354-9335
45 Total Sales
2 in Watercrest at Parkland
$1.2M - $1.5M Price Range
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Jon Klein
Jon Klein
Re/Max 1st Choice
(754) 253-2459
101 Total Sales
2 in Watercrest at Parkland
$945K - $1.4M Price Range
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Emily Gamber
Emily Gamber
ZenQuest Realty Inc
(786) 396-7469
63 Total Sales
2 in Watercrest at Parkland
$990K - $1.3M Price Range
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Sandra Tagliamonte
Sandra Tagliamonte
One Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(954) 480-1143
81 Total Sales
1 in Watercrest at Parkland
$835,000 Price
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Michele Barone
Michele Barone
Keller Williams Realty - Welli
(561) 621-2681
101 Total Sales
1 in Watercrest at Parkland
$1,010,000 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
Pine Trails Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Fishing
Terramar Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Football
North Community Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Watercrest at Parkland | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
289
Median Year Built
2016
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,663
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,806
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,716
Median Age
37
Population under 18
33.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$219,784
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$226,152
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99%
College Graduates
77%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.3%
Significantly 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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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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Mission Bay
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