Why Live in Heathgate
Heathgate, located on the north side of Tamarac and minutes from Coral Springs, provides a quiet suburban lifestyle with convenient access to daily necessities. The neighborhood features ranch-style modular homes from the 1970s, characterized by flat mansard roofs and a variety of siding materials like stucco, brick, and vinyl. These homes typically offer two to three bedrooms and range from 850 to over 2,000 square feet. The community is managed by the Heathgate-Sunflower Homeowner’s Association, which is known for its low annual fees and non-intrusive approach. Residents enjoy shared amenities such as a clubhouse, pool, playground, and various sports courts. The neighborhood is family-oriented, with quiet streets ideal for walking and recreational activities. Nearby parks, including Gary B. Jones Park for People and Pups and Tamarac Veterans’ Park, offer additional outdoor spaces. The area is zoned for Coral Gables’s J.P. Taravella High and Millennium 6-12 Collegiate Academy, the latter being highly rated. University Drive, a major commercial corridor, provides access to grocery stores and retail options, including Coral Square mall. Dining options range from local favorites like Ferro Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria to chain eateries. Heathgate is less than 5 miles from both Florida’s Turnpike and the Sawgrass Expressway, with Fort Lauderdale about 14 miles away. The neighborhood is primarily car-dependent, though bus stops on University Drive offer public transit options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heathgate a good place to live?
Heathgate is a good place to live. Heathgate is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Heathgate is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Heathgate has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.9 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $91,486 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Heathgate are home owners, with 27.5% of residents renting and 72.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Heathgate can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Heathgate neighborhood guide.
Is Heathgate, FL a safe neighborhood?
Heathgate, FL is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Heathgate?
The median home price in Heathgate is $449,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $90,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $96K a year to afford the median home price in Heathgate. The average household income in Heathgate is $91K.
What are the best public schools in Heathgate?
The best public schools that serve Heathgate are:
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Home Trends in Heathgate, FL
On average, homes in Heathgate, Tamarac sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Heathgate, Tamarac over the last 12 months is $420,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$420,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$422,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$294
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$449,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%