🏡 Moving to Pembroke Pines

Pembroke Pines Neighborhoods

Pembroke Pines is a city of neighborhoods — master-planned communities with resort amenities, established streets with mature oaks, waterfront homes on blue lakes, and active 55+ communities. Here's every major neighborhood, what makes each one special, and what to know before you choose.

🏘️ Master-Planned Communities

Master-Planned Communities

Pembroke Pines is known for its well-designed master-planned communities — these large, family-oriented neighborhoods offer resort-style amenities, parks, and strong community identity. Most are in western Pembroke Pines near I-75.

One of Pembroke Pines' signature master-planned communities with over 1,100 homes. A gated entry, resort-style clubhouse with pool, tennis courts, fitness center, and community events create a strong neighborhood identity. Known for its family-friendly vibe and active HOA that keeps the community pristine.

1,100+ homesGated entryResort-style clubhouse & poolTennis courts, fitness centerNear I-75 & Pembroke Lakes Mall

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Strong HOA with regular community events
Multiple floor plans — single-family homes dominate
Pool and clubhouse are major social hubs
Close to West Broward High and charter schools

A massive master-planned community spread across multiple phases with a private community park, beach-entry pool, and lakes throughout. SilverLakes combines resort-style living with suburban comfort, located between I-75 and I-595 for easy commuting.

Multi-phase communityPrivate Silver Lakes Community ParkBeach-entry poolLake views throughoutNear I-75 & I-595

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Multiple phases — home ages and styles vary
Community park is a major selling point for families
Large community with diverse home prices
Phase II homes tend to be newer

One of the largest communities in Pembroke Pines with over 2,500 homes across multiple neighborhoods. Two golf courses, a 450-acre nature preserve, and highly rated schools make Chapel Trail especially popular with families and outdoor enthusiasts.

2,500+ homesTwo golf courses450-acre nature preserveHighly rated schoolsNear I-75

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Chapel Trail Park Nature Preserve is a hidden gem — boardwalk trails
Two distinct golf course communities within Chapel Trail
One of the most sought-after school zones in Pembroke Pines
Multiple home styles: single-family, townhomes, estates

A gated golf course community with resort-style amenities including a grand clubhouse, resort pool, and fitness center. Grand Palms offers a mix of single-family homes, townhomes, and estate properties around the Grand Palms Golf & Country Club. Popular with golf enthusiasts and those seeking a country club lifestyle.

Gated golf communityGrand Palms Golf & Country ClubResort-style pool & clubhouseMix of home stylesGated security

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Golf course views command a premium
Includes Paisley at Grand Palms and Monarch Lakes subdivisions
Country club membership is optional — not included with HOA
Strong resale values, especially golf course lots

A gated community of 700+ homes built around scenic lakes in far-western Pembroke Pines. Pembroke Isles offers a quieter, lakeside lifestyle with tennis courts, a community pool, and walking paths — perfect for families who want gated security without the golf course.

700+ homesGated entryLake views throughoutTennis, pool, walking pathsFar-west Pembroke Pines

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Lake views are the key differentiator — worth the premium
Quieter than golf course communities
Strong school zone near Panther Run Elementary
Easy I-75 access for commuting

A newer community of Mediterranean-style homes with water views and a central shopping plaza. Westfork Plaza provides walkable retail, dining, and services right in the neighborhood — a rarity in suburban South Florida. Recently renovated parks add to the appeal for young families.

Mediterranean-style homesWater viewsWestfork Plaza shoppingRecently renovated parksHighly rated schools nearby

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Walkable retail is the standout feature
Newer construction than many Pembroke Pines communities
Westfork Plaza: Publix, restaurants, services
Popular with young professionals and families

🏡 Established Neighborhoods

Established Neighborhoods

These mature, well-established communities offer larger lots, mature landscaping, and a more settled feel — popular with long-time residents and those who prefer established neighborhoods over newer developments.

A centrally located neighborhood with mature tree canopy, parks, and walkable streets. Spring Valley offers some of the most convenient access to Pembroke Pines' retail and dining corridors along Pines Boulevard, making it popular with residents who value walkability and central location.

Central Pembroke PinesMature landscapingNear Pines Boulevard retailWalkable streetsCommunity parks

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Best location for walkability to shopping and dining
Older homes with character and larger lots
Parkside at Spring Valley is a newer subsection
Central location means shorter commutes to I-95 and Turnpike

A well-established neighborhood of single-family homes at more accessible price points. Towngate Park is a community highlight with sports fields, playground, and green space. Located near Pembroke Lakes Mall and major retail — great for first-time homebuyers and young families.

Single-family homesTowngate ParkNear Pembroke Lakes MallAffordable entry pointCentral location

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Towngate Park is one of Pembroke Pines' best community parks
Entry-level pricing — popular with first-time buyers
Close to Memorial Hospital Pembroke and medical offices
Strong mix of long-time residents and young families

One of Pembroke Pines' more established neighborhoods with large lots, mature oak trees, and tree-lined streets. Walnut Creek feels distinctly different from the newer master-planned communities — homes here sit on generous lots with room to breathe. Adjacent to C.B. Smith Park, one of Broward's largest regional parks.

Large lotsMature oak tree canopyTree-lined streetsAdjacent to C.B. Smith ParkEstablished neighborhood

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C.B. Smith Park is essentially your backyard — water park, golf, fishing
Larger lots than most Pembroke Pines communities
Older homes with more character and privacy
Popular with gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts

A waterfront community built around interconnected lakes with gated sections and private docks on some properties. Pembroke Shores offers a rare combination of water views and established neighborhood feel near Flamingo Road. Popular with boating and fishing enthusiasts who want lake access.

Waterfront & lake viewsGated sections availablePrivate docks (select homes)Near Flamingo RoadMature landscaping

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Lakefront lots with dock access are premium properties
Mix of gated and non-gated sections
Near shopping and dining on Flamingo Road
Strong community identity around the lakes

👵 55+ Communities

55+ & Active Adult Communities

Pembroke Pines has a strong 55+ community presence, with Century Village being the largest. These communities offer resort-style living, robust social calendars, and maintenance-free lifestyles designed for active adults.

The largest 55+ community in Pembroke Pines, Century Village offers condominium living with resort-style amenities including a clubhouse, pool, fitness center, theater, and an incredible social calendar with clubs, classes, and events. A maintenance-free lifestyle in a vibrant active-adult community.

55+ communityCondominium livingResort-style clubhouseTheater & fitness centerActive social calendar

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One of the most active social calendars in Broward 55+ communities
Maintenance-free condo living — lock and leave
Strong community of clubs, classes, and activities
Near Pembroke Lakes Mall and medical facilities

About This Guide

This neighborhood guide was compiled from public real estate data, community association websites, Homes.com listings, and local real estate agent insights as of August 2026. We've focused on the major neighborhoods and master-planned communities that define Pembroke Pines living.

This is part of our Moving to Pembroke Pines collection. Also see our guides to <a href="/living-here/schools/">schools</a>, <a href="/living-here/utilities/">utilities</a> and <a href="/living-here/hurricane-preparedness/">hurricane preparedness</a>.

Information on this page was compiled from public sources and verified where possible as of August 2026. Details can change — we recommend confirming directly with providers, school districts, or community associations before making decisions.

Have a tip, correction, or neighborhood we should add? Let us know.

LIPP Tips

Neighborhood Wisdom From Locals

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Drive the neighborhoods before you choose

Maps and listings tell you square footage and price. But none of them tell you what it feels like to walk the streets at sunset, hear the kids playing at the community pool, or see how neighbors maintain their yards. Spend a Saturday driving through your shortlist — east to west, old to new — before you commit. School zones change by street, so verify, don't assume.

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Read the HOA documents before you fall in love

Nearly every Pembroke Pines community has an HOA. Fees range from under $100/month to $400+. Some restrict rentals, truck parking, fence styles, and even the color you can paint your front door. Ask for the HOA docs before you make an offer — they're legally binding and surprisingly detailed. What looks perfect on Zillow may have rules that don't fit your lifestyle.

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Waterfront views are worth it — but know what you're buying

Pembroke Pines built its communities around lakes. Waterfront lots carry a premium — often $30,000–$70,000 more than interior lots in the same neighborhood. Some lakes allow kayaking and catch-and-release fishing. Others are retention ponds with limited access. Ask your agent: is this a recreational lake or a drainage lake? The view might be identical, but your experience won't be.

Thinking About Moving?

Whether you're relocating to Pembroke Pines, searching for your next home, looking for a rental, or preparing to sell, we're here to help.

Lizzette Torrico, Founder & Publisher of Living in Pembroke Pines and a licensed Florida real estate professional, works alongside her husband, Ian, Broker/Owner of Miami Realty Brokers (MRB), to assist buyers, sellers, renters, and families relocating throughout South Florida.

As with everything we do at Living in Pembroke Pines, our goal is to provide trusted local guidance and connect residents with the resources they need to make informed decisions.

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Pembroke Pines Neighborhoods

Master-Planned Communities

Pembroke Falls

SilverLakes

Chapel Trail

Grand Palms

Pembroke Isles

Westfork

Established Neighborhoods

Spring Valley

Towngate

Walnut Creek

Pembroke Shores

55+ & Active Adult Communities

Century Village

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