Miramar sits in southwest Broward County between Pembroke Pines and the Miami-Dade line, which makes it a natural choice for buyers who work in either county. The city was incorporated on May 26, 1955. Its first mayor named it after the Miramar neighborhood of Havana, and the name means "look at the sea" in Spanish.
Eastern Miramar has older single-family neighborhoods, while the west, closer to I-75, is dominated by newer planned communities, many built around lakes. Miramar Regional Park, a 173-acre park west of I-75, and Miramar Town Center, home to City Hall, the library and the Miramar Cultural Center's 800-seat theater, anchor the city's parks and civic life.
What buyers look for
- Newer single-family homes in planned, lake-centered communities in western Miramar
- Established, more affordable single-family streets in eastern Miramar
- Townhomes and villas with community amenities
- Quick access to I-75, Florida's Turnpike and Miami-Dade
Getting around
Miramar runs from the edge of the Everglades in the west to the U.S. 441 area in the east. I-75 serves the western communities and Florida's Turnpike crosses the middle of the city, while Miramar Parkway and Pembroke Road carry most east-west traffic.
Both highways connect south into Miami-Dade, which is one reason the city appeals to people who commute in either direction. Before choosing a neighborhood, drive your actual commute at rush hour.
Eastern and western Miramar
East of the Turnpike
Single-family neighborhoods built from the 1950s through the 1980s, many on streets without gates or clubhouses. Association fees are often lower or absent, and there is room to renovate. ZIP codes 33023 and 33025 cover much of this area.
West of the Turnpike
Planned communities from the 1990s onward, many built around lakes, with sidewalks, pools and clubhouses and the homeowners associations that come with them. ZIP codes 33027 and 33029 cover most of the west and are shared with parts of Pembroke Pines.
Homes you will find
Single-family homes make up the largest share of what is for sale, followed by townhomes, villas and condos. In the west, many homes back onto lakes, and townhome communities are a common first step into ownership. In the east, older ranch-style homes on larger lots are the norm.
Before you buy
Review the association budget, reserves and rules before your offer is final, especially in communities with both a neighborhood and a master association. Get insurance quotes early, and check the flood zone for the specific address, since lake-front and western properties can sit in different zones than homes a few streets away.
For a full look at relocating here, read Moving to Miramar.
Miramar by the numbers
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
Schools
Public schools in Miramar are part of Broward County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries can change, so confirm the zoned schools for a specific address with the district. Broward County Public Schools.