Living in Parkland, Florida
Large lots, preserved open space, and the roomiest addresses in northwest Broward
Parkland, FL: Quick Facts
Updated September 2026What is the median home price in Parkland?
The most recent reported month put the median sale price around $1.1 million (Redfin, up 9.5% year over year), with Redfin's September 2025 update showing about $979,500 for August 2025.
What makes Parkland different?
Scale. The city keeps commercial development off its main residential roads and preserves multi-acre lots, green space, and planned communities, making it the roomiest address in northwest Broward.
What are property taxes like in Parkland?
Parkland's median effective rate is about 1.33% (Ownwell, 2025). Broward County rates run roughly 0.94% to 1.44% by district (Broward Property Search, April 2026).
Is Parkland expensive?
Yes, it is the premium address on this list, with a median sale price around $1.1 million in the most recent reported month (Redfin). Florida has no state personal income tax.
How do residents get back to New Jersey?
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) is about 30 to 40 minutes east and Palm Beach International (PBI) about 35 to 45 minutes north via the Sawgrass Expressway and Turnpike, both with NJ flights.
The Welcome
A Welcome to Life in Parkland
Living in Parkland means living at the scale South Florida rarely allows: multi-acre lots, planned communities set well back from the road, and preserved green space that gives the city an open, uncrowded feel. It is the roomiest address in northwest Broward and the highest-priced, and for NJ relocators who want space that approaches what the word means up north, there is no closer match in this guide.
The most recent reported month put the median sale price around $1.1 million, up 9.5% year over year (Redfin, most recent monthly data), with Redfin's September 2025 market update showing a median of about $979,500 for August 2025. Parkland's pricing is in a different league from the towns around it, and the lots and the quiet are the reason.
The NJ adjustment here is really about re-learning space: houses sit far back on their lots, the commercial life is deliberately kept out of the main residential roads, and the nearest everyday shopping is a short drive into Coral Springs or Boca Raton. The tax and insurance math that makes the premium manageable is covered with sources below.
Key Numbers for Parkland
Median Sale Price
~$1.1M
Most recent month (Redfin, 2026)
Property Taxes
~1.33%
Parkland median effective rate (Ownwell, 2025)
State Income Tax
0%
Florida has no state personal income tax
Lot Size
Large
Multi-acre lots and preserves throughout
Every figure above carries a named source and as-of date. See the Data Sources list at the bottom of this page.
Where You Could Live
Neighborhoods and Areas in Parkland
Parkland is a city of planned communities and large-lot sections rather than traditional blocks. The defining choice is between the newer gated and lakefront neighborhoods and the low-density ranches that still cover the northern parts of the city.
The Equestrian & Large-Lot Ranches
The northern sections of Parkland keep their original low-density character: multi-acre lots, horse properties, and the open ranch land that gives the city its country feel. The most space per address in Broward County.
Heron Bay & the Golf Communities
The signature planned community in Parkland is built around its golf course, lakes, and gates, with large homes set along the fairways and the water. It is the city's most polished, amenity-complete address.
The Lakefront & Preserve-Front Villages
Newer planned villages throughout the city front their own lakes and preserved green space, with community clubhouses and pools handling the everyday amenities. Homes here trade golf for water and open views.
The Southern Edge (near the commercial corridor)
The sections closest to the main roads and to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School sit within an easy drive of Coral Springs' shopping and services, keeping the daily errands practical without compromising the residential character.
A Week in the Life
Daily Life in Parkland
Parkland's week is quiet by design: mornings on the large lots, afternoons at the community pools and preserves, and evenings that end early because everything is a drive away. The city's deliberate lack of commercial development along its main roads is a feature, not an oversight.
Parks & the Outdoors
The preserved green space and the community lakes define Parkland's outdoor life. Residents use the nature preserves and trails that the city protects, the lakefront parks, and the pool-and-clubhouse amenities of the planned communities.
On the Water
The community lakes that thread through Parkland's villages handle the water side of life, with fishing, paddle sports, and lakefront views from the homes that front them. The Atlantic coast is about 25 to 30 minutes east.
Dining & Local Spots
Parkland keeps most commercial uses out of its residential core, so the dining scene lives on the edges and in the adjacent towns. Local standbys include Bluefin Sushi (bluefinparkland.com), Los Bocados (losbocados.com), Malbec Grill (malbecgrill.com), and Il Tartufo Ristorante (tartuforistorante.com), with Keke's Breakfast Cafe (kekes.com/locations/kekes-parkland) for the morning crowd.
Shopping
The major shopping is a short drive into Coral Springs and Boca Raton, with the day-to-day errands handled on the city's edges along State Road 7 and University Drive. Parkland residents trade on-city retail for the large-lot lifestyle.
Events & Community Life
The community calendar runs through the planned communities' clubhouses and the city's preserves: lakefront festivals, seasonal programming at the nature areas, and the events hosted by the villages' own associations.
Getting Around
Getting Around, and Getting Back to New Jersey
By Air
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is approximately 30 to 40 minutes east and Palm Beach International (PBI) is about 35 to 45 minutes north via the Sawgrass Expressway and Florida Turnpike, both with direct service to the New York area airports.
On the Road
The Sawgrass Expressway, the Florida Turnpike, and I-95 put the region's airports and downtowns within reach, with large-lot streets handling the local traffic quietly. Driving to Bergen County is approximately 10 to 11 hours.
Transit
Tri-Rail service is accessible from stations to the south and west along the corridor toward Fort Lauderdale. Daily life in Parkland is entirely car-based, and that is the point of the design.
The Numbers
Cost of Living: NJ vs. Parkland
Parkland is the premium address in northwest Broward, priced for its lots and its space. Florida has no state personal income tax, and the city's median effective property tax rate is about 1.33% (Ownwell, 2025, median home value $929,430), which helps make the larger mortgage more tolerable for NJ households comparing tax burdens.
Housing Overview
The most recent reported month put the median sale price around $1.1 million (Redfin, up 9.5% year over year), with the September 2025 Redfin market update showing about $979,500 for August 2025. The market is dominated by large single-family homes on big lots, with the equestrian ranches at the top of the range.
Utilities
Florida Power & Light (FPL) is the dominant electric utility and air conditioning drives summer bills. Water and sewer come through the regional utility. Homes on multi-acre lots add well, irrigation, and grounds costs that standard suburban addresses do not, and HOA fees apply in the planned communities.
Insurance Considerations in Parkland
Florida insurance pricing is moving in different directions depending on policy type and region. Ask a licensed Florida insurance agent what applies to the specific property you are considering. Published regional averages put Florida's average annual homeowners premium at $8,292 in 2025, the highest of any state and up 18% from 2024, against a U.S. average of about $2,948 at the end of 2025 (Insurify's Insuring the American Homeowner Report, March 2026). The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation and the Insurance Information Institute, as reported in May 2026, dispute headline figures like that and cite a state average of about $3,815 a year for a standard policy that includes wind (USA TODAY Network-Florida, May 4, 2026). Parkland's inland location generally sits outside the coastal wind bands, but larger homes and higher rebuild costs mean the premium dollars still add up, and flood considerations vary by proximity to the lakes.
Consult your carrier or licensed Florida insurance agent for current rates and coverage options.
Florida insurance pricing is moving in different directions depending on policy type and region. Ask a licensed Florida insurance agent what applies to the specific property you are considering.
Property Taxes in Parkland
Parkland's median effective property tax rate is about 1.33% (Ownwell, 2025, median home value $929,430), while Broward County's effective rates run roughly 0.94% to 1.44% by district (Broward Property Search, April 2026). Homesteaded properties receive the Florida Homestead Exemption (up to $50,000 of taxable value) and the Save Our Homes cap on annual assessment increases (3%). Property tax figures are informational only and are not a promise of savings; consult a licensed CPA or Florida tax attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Bergen County, NJ (context)
~2.3%
Effective rate used across this site for comparison. On a $600,000 home: ~$13,800/year.
Parkland / Broward County, FL
~1.33%
Parkland median effective rate of home value (Ownwell, 2025).
Florida has no state personal income tax. Homesteaded properties receive the Florida Homestead Exemption (up to $50,000 of taxable value) and the Save Our Homes cap on annual assessed value increases (3%). Property tax content is informational only and is not a promise of savings; consult a licensed CPA or Florida tax attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Schools & Education
Public schools in Parkland are part of Broward County Public Schools. The following is a factual list of schools with no ratings or rankings.
- Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School: a public high school located in Parkland (Broward County Public Schools)
- Public elementary and middle schools are located throughout the city within Broward County Public Schools
- Broward County operates several regional parks and preserves near Parkland
Your Parkland Relocation Playbook
Moving from New Jersey to Parkland follows the same path as any NJ-to-FL move: research and budgeting first, then property selection, financing, the sale of your NJ home, and the final transition. The full NJ to FL Relocation Checklist walks through every step from 12 months out to after the move.
The Southbound Advisory Council Approach
Scott Selleck's Southbound Advisory Council is designed specifically for NJ-to-FL relocators. From your first conversation, you receive a structured timeline, vetted agent referrals in your destination market, and ongoing support through every phase of the move.
Questions About Living in Parkland?
Parkland is the space-and-quiet premium pick on this list, and its character is not for everyone, which is exactly why a conversation about fit matters. I can help you compare it honestly against the other northwest Broward towns.
Frequently Asked Questions About Parkland
What is the median home price in Parkland?
The most recent reported month put the median sale price around $1.1 million (Redfin, up 9.5% year over year), with Redfin's September 2025 update showing about $979,500 for August 2025.
What makes Parkland different?
Scale. The city keeps commercial development off its main residential roads and preserves multi-acre lots, green space, and planned communities, making it the roomiest address in northwest Broward.
What are property taxes like in Parkland?
Parkland's median effective rate is about 1.33% (Ownwell, 2025). Broward County rates run roughly 0.94% to 1.44% by district (Broward Property Search, April 2026).
Is Parkland expensive?
Yes, it is the premium address on this list, with a median sale price around $1.1 million in the most recent reported month (Redfin). Florida has no state personal income tax.
How do residents get back to New Jersey?
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL) is about 30 to 40 minutes east and Palm Beach International (PBI) about 35 to 45 minutes north via the Sawgrass Expressway and Turnpike, both with NJ flights.
Data Sources
Every figure on this page carries a named source and as-of date. The list below is the full set of sources used on this page. Figures may change; always confirm current data at the source before making decisions.
- Redfin, Parkland housing market data (median sale price ~$1.1 million in the most recent reported month, up 9.5% year over year; September 2025 market update: ~$979,500 for August 2025), redfin.com
- Ownwell, Parkland property tax profile (median effective rate ~1.33%, 2025, median home value $929,430)
- Broward Property Search, Broward County property tax rates, April 2026 (county effective rates ~0.94% to 1.44% by district)
- Insurify, Insuring the American Homeowner Report, March 2026 (Florida average homeowners premium $8,292 in 2025; U.S. average ~$2,948 at end of 2025)
- USA TODAY Network-Florida, May 4, 2026 (Florida Office of Insurance Regulation and Insurance Information Institute estimate ~$3,815 for a standard policy including wind)
This content was created with AI assistance and reviewed for fair housing compliance. School information is limited to district, school names, grade configuration, public or private status, and location. Figures are published averages or market data, not quotes.
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