Single-family homes in South Florida
Want to make South Florida’s exciting lifestyle your own?
Yes, you can. But first, a reality check.
Purchasing a home could be the biggest financial transaction you can make. It can mean drastic lifestyle changes for you and your loved ones.
You should investigate your potential home’s location. This is one of the most important gauges of a home’s value, and it also plays a role in commute and lifestyle decisions.
Location also determines the neighborhood options afforded to you, along with local amenities and area accessibility.
We’ve compiled information on some of South Florida’s best cities to help facilitate your home selection process.
Fort Lauderdale
This city’s long Intra coastal Waterway and stunning waterfront homes are pleasing to the eye. The city, also called “The Venice of America,” has received over 60 awards and recognitions.
Miles of amazing beaches and beautiful sprawling waterways stretch as far as the eye can see. Modern upscale conveniences are everywhere.
It’s also one of the nation’s major tourist destinations and yachting centers.
National Center for Education Statistics research shows that parents consistently give high marks to schools in the area. They’re happy with the curriculum, nurturing environment, administration, teachers and staff.
Fort Lauderdale is also known for crowd-drawing events. The Taste of Las Olas Food Tour is a must for foodies and lovers of history. The annual Fleet Week honors homecoming sailors through various events.
Concerts, fine dining restaurant and shopping center abound.
Real estate
According to realtor.com, Fort Lauderdale listings for single-family homes can range from below $500,000 to more than $30-million.
Most homes have one to three stories with varied square footage.
Luxury homes — be they inland estates, beachfront or sprawling Intracoastal properties — are top attractions.
Check out these single-family homes and estates:
- Luxury homes and real estate at Fort Lauderdale
- Harbor Beach and Seven Isles at Fort Lauderdale
- Coral Ridge and Las Olas at Fort Lauderdale
Parkland
This affluent city of peaceful neighborhoods and a lush natural environment is consistently sought after. Its upscale amenities and proximity to local conveniences as well as South Florida’s beautiful beaches and nightlife make it even more impressive.
Top country clubs and gated communities, sports and equestrian facilities, great parks, and the nationally-ranked public schools are also found here.
Real estate
According to realtor.com, Parkland’s median listing price for homes as of 2016 is around $450,000.
A listing price below the $300,000 mark is rare.
Mediterranean and Spanish Revival homes dot the landscape.
The city boasts newly-built gated communities with new-construction single-family homes.
Check these posts for more on Parkland’s single-family homes:
- Parkland Luxury Homes and Real Estate For Sale
- Parkland Golf and Country Club Real Estate
- Heron Bay Real Estate
- Watercrest at Parkland
Boca Raton
Grandeur and luxury. That’s what this internationally-renowned luxury real estate destination is known for.
Renowned resort architect Addison Mizner has succeeded in coming up with a place where gorgeous Mediterranean and Spanish Revival homes give the streets a classy, elegant look.
Art, culture, music, and delicious cuisine converge to meet everyone’s need for the finer things in life.
Boca Raton is also the home of Florida Atlantic University, Evert Tennis Academy, Town Center Mall–currently the largest enclosed shopping mall in Palm Beach County–and Mizner Park.
Exciting events await residents and visitors year round.
Real estate
Single-family homes come in a wide range of styles and prices.
A single story home in a gated community can cost as less than $500,000.
An elegant estate in a luxury gated community, on the other hand, can command a price of more than $15-M.
Whatever the size, style or price tag, however, homes in Boca Raton are the ultimate in luxury.
Find out more about Boca Raton’s single-family homes:
- Luxury homes and real estate options in Boca Raton
- Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club real estate
- Luxury homes and estates in The Oaks
- Royal Palm Polo
Delray Beach
This pocket paradise is renowned for its beautiful white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, vibrant nightlife, and excellent restaurants.
It knows how to relax and have fun.
Delray Beach is 3rd on Coastal Living’s 2015 list of “Happiest Seaside Towns in America.”Rand McNally and USA Today recently named it the “Most Fun Small Town in America.”
Those searching for a place with a small town, beach city vibe and laidback lifestyle, will feel at home here.
Real estate
Prices per home are as varied as the coastal city’s real estate landscape.
The most exclusive luxury properties — from stunning beachfronts, Intracoastal properties, and luxury homes in gated communities —
can cost as much as over $20-M.
A lot of competitively-priced options exist in between.
Check these out for more on single-family homes in Delray Beach:
- Luxury homes and real estate at The Bridges
- Luxury homes and real estate at Seven Bridges
- Palm Meadows luxury homes and real estate
- Delray Beach luxury homes and real estate
More tips
Consider alternatives to a single-family home
Condominiums and townhomes can offer many benefits. Condos and townhomes are great alternative housing options if smaller square footage is smaller is something that falls within your home criteria.
Choose a local Realtor
Good local Realtors know the inner workings of the area. They understand property values as it relates to location and home amenities, and they’re also privy to off-market listings.
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