Parkland is a city located in Broward County just north of Coral Springs and 30 minutes from Fort Lauderdale, and Hollywood International Airport. Its land mass is 10.8 square miles and is renowned as one of Florida’s well kept secrets because of its wonderful weather, access to activities and proximity to larger metro areas.
Once the site of cattle ranches in the early 1900s, Parkland is now an affluent community that has passed zoning laws designed to protect the "park-like" character of the city.
Parkland real estate market is predominately residential with a small portion zoned for commercial and industrial use. With an average temperature of 78 degrees, Parkland has the ideal climate for anyone liking outdoor activity and warm sunshine.
There are miles of equestrian trails meandering throughout the wooded acreage making Parkland a perfect place for horse enthusiast and trees predominate on land formerly owned by large cattle ranchers. Parkland's residents, however, are anything but country folk. The city boasts A-rated schools and a variety of upscale homes.
Parkland Schools
Parkland has always been a city with a strong educational backbone. The Broward County School District operates four public schools within the community. All Parkland schools rank in the top for the state. There are also eight colleges located within a twenty mile radius from Parkland.
Park Trails Elementary School
| Riverglades Elementary School
| Westglades Middle School
| Stoneman Douglas High School
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Parkland Parks
Parkland has always been a city committed to maintain the splendor of the natural landscape, offering extensive recreational opportunities to explore:
Covered Bridge Park. Located in 6031 Holmberg Road, with pedestrian trails and the covered bridge.
Doris Davis Forman Wilderness Preserve. This pristine natural area is nestled in the heart of the City of Parkland, in 7300 Parkside Drive. The 20-acre site pedestrian trails, seating/observation areas and a pavilion area.
Equestrian Center at Temple Park. This park located at 8350 Ranch Road is frequented by neighboring Horseman who make use of the open space and 2 Equestrian Rings for horseback riding.
John H. Quigley Park. This 5 acre Park located at 7901 Parkside Drive, has T-ball/Coach Pitch Fields, Soccer fields and a Football and Baseball field, a Playground Area and a picnic Pavilion.
Liberty Park. The Park located at 9200 Ranch Road, is 7.0 acres and includes a 1 acre Tot Lot and Playground, a Water Play area, a large Pavilion and two smaller Pavilions for use.
Pine Trails Park. Locates in 10555 Trails End, the park includes Soccer Fields, Basketball Courts, Concession Building and Restrooms.
Terramar Park. The natural preserve is 50.1 acres and includes 2 lakes and 1.17 miles of paved walking and jogging paths.
Parkland Communities
From small to very large neighborhoods, Parkland homes are gorgeous in all its communities:
BBB Ranches, Carriage Homes, Country Place, Country Point, Cypress Cay, Cypress Trail, Cypress Head, Fox Ridge, Grand Cypress Estates, Heron Bay, In The Pines, Lakes at Parkland, Landings, Landmark Ranches, Mayfair, Meadow Run, Meadow Run West, Mill Run, Parkland Estates, Parkland Golf & Country Club, Parkland Isles, Parkland Magic, Parkland Place, Parkland Terraces, Parkland Village, Parkside Estates, Parkwood, Pine Tree Estates, Ranches, Riverside Acres, Sable Pass, Tall Pines, Ternbridge, The Mews, Waters Edge, Whittier Oaks.
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