Pembroke Pines is one of Broward's largest cities and consistently ranked among the best places to live in Florida for families.
Pembroke Pines is one of Broward's largest cities and consistently ranked among the best places to live in Florida for families. The market is dominated by master-planned communities like Chapel Trail and Pembroke Falls, with top-rated public schools and strong appreciation.
Vibe: Master-planned suburban, family-first.
Pembroke Pines sits within Broward County, one of South Florida's most active real estate markets. Pembroke Pines sits in the mid-tier of its county's real estate market — offering strong value relative to the most expensive submarkets while still providing access to quality schools, amenities, and lifestyle. It's a popular target for families, move-up buyers, and investors. For a broader view of how Pembroke Pines compares to other Broward County cities, visit our Broward County overview or complete cities list.
Whether you're buying your first home in Pembroke Pines, 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 Pembroke Pines property.
Pembroke Pines is composed of 5 primary neighborhoods and subdivisions. Here's a quick guide to each — local character, price tier, and what makes them distinct.
Large master-planned gated community with single-family homes.
Gated master-planned community with country club and family amenities.
Gated community with single-family homes and townhouses around lakes.
Older established residential area with single-family homes.
Family-friendly subdivision with townhomes and single-family homes.
Schools serving Pembroke Pines 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 Pembroke Pines is approximately $535,000, with an average price per square foot around $295/sqft. Prices vary significantly by neighborhood, age, and condition; newer construction and larger lots command premium pricing. For current MLS-based pricing in a specific Pembroke Pines neighborhood, contact Divito Real Estate Group for a free, no-obligation market analysis.
Top schools serving Pembroke Pines include Charles W. Flanagan High (Florida DOE grade B, Public 9-12); West Broward High (Florida DOE grade A, Public 9-12); Pembroke Pines Charter High (Florida DOE grade A, Public charter 9-12); Lakeside Elementary (Florida DOE grade A, Public K-5). (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 Pembroke Pines property before you make an offer.
Average drive time from Pembroke Pines 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. HOA fees in master-planned and gated communities typically range from $150 to $500 monthly. For specific tax estimates on a Pembroke Pines property, contact our team — we'll pull the actual assessed value and current millage rate.
Popular Pembroke Pines neighborhoods include Chapel Trail, Pembroke Falls, Silver Lakes, Towngate, and Spring Valley. 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 Pembroke Pines neighborhood.
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