Emerald Estates
Suburban Neighborhood in Weston, Florida
Broward County 33331
Homes carry cohesive tropical flair
Emerald Estates was developed in the 1990s, so the majority of the housing here is similar in age and most is still in good condition. “It’s a very well-established community,” says Ruth Rutenberg, a local Realtor with City Group Consulting, LLC. This community branches into multiple subdivisions, with names like Opal Creek, Emerald Courts and Sapphire Sound. However, the homes throughout have a cohesive style, drawing from Mediterranean influences with arching entryways and terra cotta roofs. Floor plans range from about 1,400 to 3,000 square feet, and homes here are organized snugly but neatly along winding sidewalk-lined streets.Emerald Estates is made up of traditional single-family homes exclusively, priced from the $600,000s to $1.1 million based on factors like square footage and location — some properties sit along one of the community’s lakes. But the area also offers condos in The Palms at Weston, a 55-plus community next door to Emerald Estates. “That is a high-end 55-plus community with a restaurant, with activities,” says Rutenberg, a longtime Weston resident. “It has a dining room area where they serve lunch every day, an attended lobby and valet parking.” The condos in The Palms start with prices in the $300,000s and top out in the $600,000s.
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Emerald Estates Park is a nearby recreation gem
Many in this area are within walking distance of Emerald Estates Park, a 5-acre respite just outside the gates of the housing development. Locals head to the park for the playground or to fish in the lake. There's also a half basketball court and a pair of tennis courts there. Vista Park, a 30-acre greenspace with several athletic fields, is located just down the road, too. “It’s very family oriented,” Rutenberg says of Weston. “There are so many options for sports-related activities.”
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Area schools, like Cypress Bay, are a boon
The local public schools, part of the Broward County Public Schools system, attract people to this area. The district had a B-plus overall rating on Niche, and kids in Emerald Estates enter the A-minus-rated Everglades Elementary to start, where they can participate in activities like a drama workshop and a speech and debate team. Students can then try their hand at sports teams ranging from flag football to golf at the A-minus-rated Falcon Cove Middle. The area’s Cypress Bay High is A-plus rated and facilitates career and technical programs in topics like engineering and health science.
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Highway access is right around the corner
Locals simply have to hop onto Weston Road and then Griffin Road to merge onto Interstate 75 for commutes out of town. I-75 links with Florida State Road 826 for drives down to Miami, just over 30 miles away. Drivers can use I-75 to reach Interstate 595 for commutes to Fort Lauderdale as well, roughly 20 miles away. Also, people in this area can quickly access multiple stops in the Broward County Transit system along Weston Road.
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Feel the beat at Weston Regional Park
The city organizes myriad community events that Emerald Estates residents take advantage of throughout the year. Weston Regional Park, just about 5 miles away, is a frequent site for city programming, including periodic movie nights and the WestonNights outdoor concert series. The park also hosts an annual Fourth of July celebration with music and fireworks, which follows a parade through the city.Weston Commons is a way to knock out errands quickly
Grabbing groceries on the way home isn’t too much of a hassle in Emerald Estates. Residents can’t help but pass the Weston Commons shopping center when returning to their neighborhood. This plaza is anchored by a Publix supermarket, and also features Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Chase locations, a Pet supermarket, and a Sally Beauty Supply. On days when it’s easier to eat out, Weston Commons offers spots like El Gallo Taqueria, which Gimenez says has a nice ambiance. Little Hen here is a hotspot for brunch, too.
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Written By
Wayne Epps Jr.
Photography Contributed By
Miguel Karroum
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jimmy Escobar
Jimmy Escobar
Realty One Group Evolution
(888) 597-7968
18 Total Sales
1 in Emerald Estates
$735,000 Price
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Grayson Adler
Grayson Adler
Responds QuicklyCompass Florida LLC
(754) 219-0469
110 Total Sales
2 in Emerald Estates
$355K - $582K Price Range
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Elizabeth Echeverry
Elizabeth Echeverry
Responds Quickly(855) 719-1228
22 Total Sales
1 in Emerald Estates
$585,000 Price
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Maria Corina Martinez
Maria Corina Martinez
Keller Williams Legacy
(855) 233-6865
186 Total Sales
6 in Emerald Estates
$190K - $910K Price Range
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Patricia Lewis
Patricia Lewis
Responds QuicklyOne Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(754) 354-5782
89 Total Sales
2 in Emerald Estates
$630K - $675K Price Range
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Ramona Bautista
Ramona Bautista
The Keyes Company
(754) 354-3107
111 Total Sales
2 in Emerald Estates
$535K - $670K Price Range
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
Emerald Estates Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Vista Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Vista View Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
Rolling Oaks Park
- Trails
- Parking Lot
- Multi-Purpose Field
Country Isles Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
SW Meadows Sanctuary Park
- Events
- Multi-Purpose Field
Calusa Corners Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Emerald Estates | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Emerald Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Emerald Estates, Weston sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Emerald Estates, Weston over the last 12 months is $677,500, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$717,999
Median Sale Price
$677,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$848,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$590,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
36
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$389
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
723
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Median Year Built
1997
Months of Supply
6.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,081
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,711
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,523
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
982
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,230 - $3,591 per month
- Weston Place Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 925+ Sq Ft
- 16000 S Post Rd
- Weston, FL
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,941
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,822
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$120,135
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
68.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.1%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
62''
Average Winter Low Temperature
60°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44
/ 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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