$1,385,814Average Value$392Average Price per Sq Ft7Homes For Sale
Picturesque lake views in Parkland
With several scenic lakes serving as the backdrop, Watercrest at Parkland offers luxury lakefront living for most homes in the neighborhood. The guard-gated community offers a state-of-the-art clubhouse as well as access to highly rated schools, making it one of the most coveted places to live in the area. “What’s unique about Watercrest is that every home has a different feeling to it,” says Leah Sajovits, whose husband, Alex, is also a Realtor with Douglas Elliman. “It’s a very desirable neighborhood. It has a lot of amenities with a low HOA fee.” Family events like Halloween and an annual Turkey Trot help build a sense of community. "I’d say the community keeps people here,” Sajovits says. The community has a CAP Index crime score of 1, lower than the national figure.
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.
Most homes in Watercrest at Parkland have wonderful backyards and pools.
Beautiful rock facade details are on some homes in Watercrest at Parkland.
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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.
Westglades Middle School teaches students of Watercrest at Parkland.
Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School has served Watercrest at Parkland since 1990.
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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.
Watercrest at Parkland features high-quality amenities, including an impressive clubhouse.
Pine Trails Park borders Heron Bay and is managed by the city of Parkland.
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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.
Watercrest at Parkland is near big retailers like Target for all your home needs.
There is a Publix Supermarket at the Sawgrass Center near Watercrest at Parkland.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Watercrest at Parkland
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
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4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Watercrest at Parkland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Watercrest at Parkland, Parkland sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Watercrest at Parkland, Parkland over the last 12 months is $1,237,500, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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