Dotted by blue lakes and filled with greenery, Woodland Lakes lives up to its name. It’s a quiet residential community in Tamarac, Florida with single-family homes, townhouses, 55-plus communities and condos with scenic golf course views. Residents spend their days golfing at Colony West Golf Club, with two courses spread across the heart of the neighborhood, and dining at new or familiar restaurants. “It’s one of the up-and-coming Broward County neighborhoods,” says Carl Apollon, a former Tamarac resident and Realtor at La Rosa Realty Beaches who has been selling homes in South Florida for five years. “There’s a lot going on, like new businesses and restaurants.” Located between the Sawgrass Expressway and the Florida Turnpike, locals are well connected to South Florida cities for entertainment and nightlife.
Ranch homes from the ‘70s through the ‘90s
Woodland Lakes has a mix of single-family homes, townhouses and condos. Many of the homes are low-lying ranches built between the ‘70s and the ‘90s. They are neatly landscaped with short grass and tropical foliage and often come with attached garages or carports. Townhouses have Spanish-inspired detailing like stucco facades and red roofing. Condos overlook green golf courses speckled with blue lakes toward the center of the neighborhood. Many neighborhoods have homeowners associations and community amenities like clubhouses and pools. Single-family homes between two and four bedrooms range from $200,000 to $700,000.
Hampton Hills townhouse community in Woodland Lakes welcomes residents.
Some homes come with a pool in the backyard in Woodland Lakes.
Most single-family homes have a two-car garage in Woodland Lakes.
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Residents eat at new and established restaurants
Shops, restaurants and services are located in shopping centers along North University Drive. Residents go there to shop for groceries at Publix, Aldi and Quince Supermarket, refresh their wardrobes at Ross, or eat at several casual restaurants. Hallyu Korean BBQ and Bar opened in 2023 with private karaoke rooms and tabletop grills for cooking Korean-style meats. Some restaurants are also under construction. “The city has pushed a lot of initiatives to get higher-end chain restaurants and businesses in the area,” Apollon says. For a longtime local favorite, locals go to La Antioqueña Café and Restaurant, a neighborhood staple since 2000 serving arepas and mondongo.
Hotrods on display at Tamarac event
Woodland Lakes locals take advantage of special events in Tamarac. They may shop for fresh produce, honey and other unique finds every Sunday at the Tamarac Community Farmers Market. Car enthusiasts put their rides on display at the Rock N’ Ride Concert and Car Show with food trucks and entertainment. The Multicultural Festival presents performances from around the world such as Irish dance.
Woodland Lakes schools make the grade
Students can attend nearby schools which earn an A or B, according to Niche. Young pupils go to Pinewood Elementary School, which receives a B, or Everest Charter School, a K-8 school that gets a B-minus. Niche gives Millennium 6-12 Collegiate Academy an A and deems it the third best public middle school in Broward County. Students may earn high school credits while enrolled in middle school, while high school students can take several Advanced Placement courses and dual enrollment courses for college credit.
Woodland Lakes residents dive into local parks
Part of the landscape since 1971, the Colony West Golf Club spans 262 acres in the neighborhood with challenging championship and executive golf courses. Located in the heart of the neighborhood, Waters Edge Park is a good spot for a summer outing with a colorful splash pad for kids to run through and picnic tables for parents. Caporella Aquatic Center is another spot to cool down with a winding slide at the public pool.
Colony Golf Club in Woodland Lakes accommodates all players on a sunny day in Florida.
Colony Golf Club is set among beautiful surroundings in Woodland Lakes.
Water Edge Park is large and accessible for the residents of Woodland Lakes in Florida.
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Florida Turnpike is a nearby thoroughfare
With stops in Woodland Lakes, the Tamarac Community Shuttle Service helps residents get around. In case of emergency, HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital borders the neighborhood to the north. To catch a flight, locals take the Turnpike to the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, which is about 20 miles away.
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Transit
Airport
Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International
29 min drive
Bus
Pine Island R & NW 67 C - (Colony West)
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Pine Island R & Mcnab R (S)
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Nob Hill R & Mcnab R
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University D & NW 64 S - (Concord Vl I)
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Pine Island R & Mcnab R
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University D & NW 64 S - (Concord Vl Ii)
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Mcnab R & Lagos De Campo
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Woodland Lakes
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Woodland Lakes, Tamarac sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Woodland Lakes, Tamarac over the last 12 months is $201,251, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,065
Median Age
44
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,371
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,926
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.3%
College Graduates
25.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
% Population in Labor Force
76.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
59''
Average Winter Low Temperature
59°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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