Plantation, Florida

Located in southern Florida's Broward County, the Plantation real estate market continues to be a competitive market that attracts new residents and homeowners. Currently, more than 86,000 people call this town their home, but many more people have noticed the advantages of living here and they are moving in, too. Many of the residents come from the surrounding South Florida metropolitan area that includes nearly 5.5 million people. But Plantation offers a smaller town with a quieter atmosphere while still being conveniently located to the big town.

Plantation's motto is "The Grass is Greener." This could not be anymore true because of its dedication to residents and the community as a whole. The town has a thriving economy that is centered around both worldwide and local businesses that bring jobs and finances into the city. The world headquarters of DHL – the worldwide shipping service – is located in the town in addition to smaller businesses that provide the backbone of the community. The Broward Mall has several stores available for unique and various shopping opportunities. There are also plans to construct a new mall that will include more than 900,000 square feet of retail shops and office space for added convenience.

Movie buffs that own Plantation, Florida real estate properties will also appreciate several unique facts about this city. For one, the swimming pool scene in the movie "Caddyshack" was filmed at the Plantation Golf Course. Also, the city hall building was the backdrop for the popular movie "There's Something About Mary." Many of the earlier scenes were also filmed just a few blocks away from this building and residents may recognize some of the places if they look closely. Several celebrities also own Plantation homes and live here either throughout the year or during the winter months so they can enjoy the mild weather.

For those who enjoy spending time in the outdoors, Plantation is the ideal place to own a home. Residents will find several parks and other facilities that cater to their recreational needs. The Deicke Park, Sunset Park and Pine Island Park are just a few of the lush green places where families and neighbors can have fun playing baseball, Frisbee or simply savoring a relaxing picnic under clear skies.

With the unlimited possibilities and the high quality of life, Plantation, Florida homes are a great place for potential homebuyers. The town is happy to accommodate all ages – from children to retirees. As such, it continues to provide an excellent place to live where diversity and community togetherness go hand-in-hand.

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