Margate is a mid-Broward city offering some of the most affordable single-family homes in the county, plus a strong condo market in 55+ communities.
Margate is a mid-Broward city offering some of the most affordable single-family homes in the county, plus a strong condo market in 55+ communities. The city's central location gives easy access to Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and the Sawgrass.
Vibe: Affordable, established, 55+ heavy.
Margate sits within Broward County, one of South Florida's most active real estate markets. Margate is one of the more affordable markets in its county, making it a popular destination for first-time buyers, investors seeking rental yield, and remote workers priced out of coastal submarkets. Inventory turnover tends to be healthy and entry-level pricing remains attainable. For a broader view of how Margate compares to other Broward County cities, visit our Broward County overview or complete cities list.
Whether you're buying your first home in Margate, selling a long-time residence, or looking for an investment property, our team brings local knowledge of every neighborhood, school zone, and submarket. Explore buyer services, view our seller strategy, or get a free home value estimate for your Margate property.
Margate is composed of 4 primary neighborhoods and subdivisions. Here's a quick guide to each — local character, price tier, and what makes them distinct.
55+ condo community with country club amenities.
Established family-friendly neighborhood with single-family homes.
Mid-century single-family homes with reasonable entry pricing.
Family residential area with single-family homes.
Schools serving Margate families. Florida Department of Education grades shown reflect the 2023-24 academic year — school zoning can change, so we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific property before making an offer.
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Quick answers to the most common questions we get from buyers, sellers, and investors.
As of recent 2024 estimates, the median single-family home price in Margate is approximately $385,000, with an average price per square foot around $275/sqft. Most single-family inventory falls below the median; newer construction or fully-renovated homes command the upper end. For current MLS-based pricing in a specific Margate neighborhood, contact Divito Real Estate Group for a free, no-obligation market analysis.
Top schools serving Margate include Coconut Creek High (Florida DOE grade B, Public 9-12); Atlantic West Elementary (Florida DOE grade A, Public K-5); Margate Middle (Florida DOE grade B, Public 6-8). (Florida Department of Education school grades reflect the 2023-24 academic year.) School zones can change; we recommend verifying the assigned school for any specific Margate property before you make an offer.
Average drive time from Margate to Downtown Fort Lauderdale runs approximately 10-30 minutes; Miami is 30-60 minutes south. South Florida traffic varies significantly by time of day and route. Brightline rail also provides commuter service between major coastal cities for buyers who prefer to skip I-95 traffic.
Florida property tax averages approximately 1.0% of assessed value statewide. Combined Broward County millage rates (county + city + school district + special districts) are typical of South Florida. Homestead Exemption can reduce taxable value by up to $50,000 for primary residences. Many homes have no HOA; gated and townhome communities typically carry HOA fees of $100-$300 monthly. For specific tax estimates on a Margate property, contact our team — we'll pull the actual assessed value and current millage rate.
Popular Margate neighborhoods include Holiday Springs Village, Coral Gate, Paradise Gardens, and Oriole Estates. Each has a distinct character, price tier, and amenity profile — see the Neighborhoods section above for details on each, or contact our team for help matching your priorities to the right Margate neighborhood.
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