Tamarac was developed as a warm haven for retirees in the early 1960s. And while many South Florida communities share a similar story, this city has grown beyond its origins thanks to official incentives that lured businesses to build there. “And that’s exactly what so many companies did,” says Donna Galloway, a local Realtor with Golden Sands South Florida Realty. From there, Tamarac developed around convenience, with each new subdivision only a moment’s drive from the nearest shopping center or doctor’s office. Today, the only thing this city lacks is a downtown area. However, local officials are currently eying waterfront property along Commercial Boulevard as the site of the future city center.
Sawgrass Express Way passes through Tamarac and gives easy access to travel south or north.
Take a convenient quiet morning walk amongst the palm trees in Tamarac, FL.
Community pools are a must in condominium complexes in Tamarac.
Kings Point residents can utilize their shuttle service to get around town in Tamarac, FL.
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A city of homeowners associations
Made up almost entirely of HOA-managed, planned communities, Tamarac’s subtropical landscaping is pristine. Residents enjoy palm tree-lined sidewalks and waterfront views thanks to the many waterways and ponds. Tamarac’s oldest properties, including some of its initial retirement communities, are on the east side. These ranch-style houses and low-rise condos from the 1960s and 1970s display simplistic midcentury architecture. However, the 55-plus subdivisions in the sought-after golf community of Kings Point were built in the ‘80s and ‘90s.
More than half of Tamarac’s housing stock lies in areas, such as Woodmont Country Club, which features a mix of single- and multi-family homes, as well as a 27-hole golf course. The median housing cost in Tamarac is roughly $326,000, which is $90,000 less than the national median. "The city offers a lot of programs for first-time homebuyers, including assistance and counseling," Galloway says.
Although off the coast, Tamarac takes hurricane season (June through November) seriously. Flood insurance is recommended across Broward County. Homebuyers should be aware of their potential property’s flood zone and hurricane preparedness.
Kings Point is an active adult gated community in Tamarac, FL.
Condominium complexes by the water in Tamarac.
Modern traditional home in Tamarac where you can find spacious front yards.
Townhomes are very popular chose of living in Tamarac.
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CITY Furniture and HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital
The leading industries in Tamarac are healthcare, retail, accommodation and food services. CITY Furniture, a major employer, is in Tamarac’s west end, close to Tamarac Business Center. HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital, located toward the heart of the city, is another top company in Tamarac. The hospital received various accolades in 2024, including a spot on Healthgrades’ top-100 list for best orthopedic surgery.
The Woodmont Hospital is a large medical center in the heart of Tamarac, FL.
HCA Florida Healthcare is represented in Tamarac, FL.
City Furniture provides reliable jobs to hundreds of workers from Tamarac every day.
City Furniture has a mega factory facility in Tamarac, FL.
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Tamarac’s many parks are beloved
Despite most planned communities featuring private amenities like swimming pools, clubhouses and tennis courts, Tamarac’s many public parks are beloved. On the north side of the city, green space lines the Stranahan River. Tamarac Veterans’ Park features a boat ramp and hosts the Tamarac Community Farmers Market every Sunday. Down the river, Gary B. Jones Park for People and Pups has fenced-in runs for dogs big and small. Four-legged friends are also welcome on the Conservation Leevee Greenway, a 27-mile trail on the city’s west side. Here, visitors can observe local plant and animal life as they loop around a protected section of the Everglades.
Exercise at one of the many parks found throughout Tamarac, FL.
Tamarac Sport Complex skatepark.
Riverside Park in Tamarac, FL offers may exercise opportunities.
A trail along the Everglades in Tamarac is a great outdoor activity option.
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Broward County Public Schools
Tamarac is served by Broward County Public Schools, which earns an overall B-plus on Niche. The district is known for its School Choice program, which allows parents to choose what school their child attends during an open enrollment period. Students can apply for magnet programs, collegiate academies, career technical academy programs and more. The Rohr Bais Chaya Academy, graded B-minus, is a popular private choice. The all-girls school is located in the Chabad of Tamarac.
The entrance to Tamarac Elementary School in Tamarac, FL.
Millennium Middle School has excellent programs for students of Tamarac, FL.
Entrance to Harvard Academy in Sunrise, FL.
J. P. Taravella High School
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Easy errand runs on Commercial Boulevard
Residents don’t have to travel far for necessities. Familiar grocery options like Publix and Walmart populate strip malls along main roads like Commercial Boulevard and North University Drive. Chain and locally owned restaurants alike cluster around these plazas, too, making take-out a frequent temptation. The city offers a blended dining scene, from authentic Colombian fare at El Buen Gusto Restaurant & Bakery to redsauce classics at Mannino’s Pizza. “Whole Foods, Sam’s and Macy’s are all close by. I never have to run more than six miles to do what I want to do,” says Tamarac resident Yensi Gonzalez, a Realtor at Coldwell Banker who lives in Tamarac.
The indoor dining area of El Buen Gastro Restaurant in Tamarac.
Walmart has a neighborhood edition in Tamrac that gives easy access to grocery shopping.
Tamarac Town Square Plaza offers Tamarac residents plenty of places to shop.
Kings Point residents can utilize their shuttle service to get around town in Tamarac, FL.
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A short drive to Lauderdale-By-The-Sea
The closest beach, Lauderdale-By-the-Sea, is just over 10 miles east of Tamarac – Commercial Boulevard is a direct route. Fort Lauderdale and the Hollywood-Fort Lauderdale International Airport are both 20 miles away. The city has immediate access to the Sawgrass Expressway on its west side and immediate access to Florida’s Turnpike on its east side. Public transportation is available through Broward County Transit bus stops, found on main thoroughfares like North University Drive.
There's no shortage of beach fun for residents of Lauderdale by the Sea.
Residents of Lauderdale by the Sea can enjoy a bike ride down Ocean Drive.
Many restaurants offer outdoor seating in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
Lauderdale By The Sea Farmers Market is a great place to meet locals.
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Crime
Crime in Tamarac has decreased year over year. The city’s crime rate is higher than the country’s average rate and lower than Florida’s.
Andria Dalmadge has been a licensed real estate agent in Florida for 12 years and is currently with Infiniti Realty. Andria has completed transactions in several areas including Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Lauderdale Lakes, Fort Lauderdale, Margate, Boynton Beach. Her primary service areas are Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach counties. HomeLight ranks Andria as one of the top 13% of agents in Miramar for successfully selling homes and as one of the top 5% of agents who sell homes for top dollar.
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