Weston, FL: A Local Guide to Neighborhoods, Town Center and Flood Zones
Quick answer: Weston is a planned community in southwest Broward County, incorporated in 1995, covering about 27 square miles with roughly 70,000 residents. It's known for its master-planned neighborhoods, gated communities, and predominantly single-family homes—about 85% of residential units are single-family houses. The median home was built in 2000, making Weston newer than much of Broward County. Downtown development centers on Town Center, a mixed-use area with commercial and residential. About 25% of Weston is in a high-risk flood zone, lower than some nearby areas, but check each address before you buy.
General information only. Neighborhood locations below come from the City of Weston's neighborhood and community association list and are approximate. Confirm details for any specific property.
Weston at a glance
- Size and population: 26.5 square miles of land (2020 Census) and an estimated 70,204 residents as of July 1, 2025. (U.S. Census Bureau)
- Housing: about 22,100 housing units. About 85% are single-family detached homes, about 75% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the median home was built in 2000. (Census ACS 2020-2024)
- Prices: Redfin reports a median sale price of about $720,000 for all Weston home types over the three months ending August 2026, up 2.1% from a year earlier, with homes selling in about 62 days on average. (Redfin) Across Broward County in August 2026, the median single-family price was $650,000 and the median condo price was $257,500. (MIAMI REALTORS®) Prices change monthly and vary a lot by street.
- Communities and neighborhoods: the City recognizes over 60 named communities, associations and subdivisions, most with active homeowner or community associations. (City of Weston)
- Property taxes: for the 2025 tax year, the combined millage rate for Weston (code 1715) was 20.8554, compared with 18.5714 for Fort Lauderdale code 0311. (Broward County Property Appraiser)
A short history
Weston was developed in the 1960s as Arvida Corporation's planned community on former cattle ranch and agricultural land. The City was incorporated on February 5, 1995, and adopted a master plan emphasizing single-family residential neighborhoods, gated communities, parks, and a planned commercial center. By the early 2000s, Town Center emerged as the downtown with retail, offices and mixed-use development along Weston Road. (City of Weston)
Neighborhoods and communities by area
The main north-south roads are Florida's Turnpike, Weston Road, and Bonaventure Boulevard. The main east-west roads are Lyons Road, Indian Trace, Atlantic Ridge Parkway and Sample Road. Most neighborhoods are gated or have active homeowner associations.
Town Center and West
- Town Center is the mixed-use commercial and residential core along Weston Road, with retailers, restaurants, offices and residential towers and townhomes.
- Weston Springs is a large gated single-family community southwest of Town Center, with about 900 homes and its own clubhouse and amenities.
- Sunset Place and Sunset Point are neighborhood collections just west of Weston Road with single-family and townhome communities.
- Victoria Woods, Forest Glen and Timbercrest are residential communities on the west side, with single-family homes and some townhomes.
East of Weston Road
- Bonaventure is a large gated master-planned community east of Weston Road with over 1,000 single-family homes, two clubhouses, golf course access and multiple amenities.
- Lakeside Villas, Easton Oaks and Riverland Village are gated neighborhoods east of Weston Road with a mix of single-family and townhome units.
- The Estates at Weston is an exclusive single-family community with larger homesites and higher-end homes.
- Three Oaks and Windermere are smaller residential communities on the eastern side.
North Weston (near Florida's Turnpike)
- Weston Pointe, Presidium, Savanna Club and Stonewood are communities in north Weston with single-family homes, townhomes and some condo options.
- Pinnacle Park, Raindance Village and Weston Trace are older established neighborhoods north of Atlantic Ridge Parkway.
South Weston
- Savannas at Weston is a gated master-planned community south of Atlantic Ridge Parkway with about 500 homes, clubhouse, pools and nature preserve.
- Tara at Weston, Heritage at Weston and Courtyard at Weston are residential neighborhoods south of Lyons Road.
- Weston Lakes is a gated community with lake-view and lake-adjacent single-family homes.
Community names come from the City of Weston's community and association list (2024-2026). Gating status, approximate unit counts, and feature information from subdivision records and association websites.
Town Center: what is developing
- Mixed-use hub: Town Center along Weston Road continues to be developed and redeveloped with retail, office, residential and hospitality uses. The City encourages mixed-use, pedestrian-friendly design.
- Residential towers and townhomes: several mid-rise residential projects have been approved and built near Town Center, bringing urban-style living options to Weston.
- West-side town center expansion: the City's Comprehensive Plan encourages additional mixed-use development west of Weston Road to create a more balanced downtown district.
- Bonaventure area enhancements: the area around Bonaventure Boulevard is expected to see infrastructure and connectivity improvements to support existing and future residential growth.
Flood zones and insurance
- The City estimates about 25% of Weston is in an AH or AE Special Flood Hazard Area, primarily along drainage areas and lower-lying zones to the north and south. (City of Weston)
- Through FEMA's Community Rating System (CRS), Weston earned a Class 6 rating, which qualifies property owners for a 20% discount on flood insurance. Make sure your insurance quote includes it.
- New FEMA flood maps took effect in Broward County on July 31, 2024. Look up the exact address on FEMA's map center or Broward County's flood map page. See our flood zone and insurance guide.
What buyers and investors should check
- Confirm the city. Many Weston homes have a "Fort Lauderdale" or other mailing address. Check the city on the Broward County Property Appraiser record, because taxes, permits and rules follow the city, not the ZIP code.
- Check the flood zone and get insurance quotes before you make an offer. Weston has lower flood risk than some areas, but it varies by location.
- For all homes, review the association documents and rules. Most Weston neighborhoods have active homeowner or community associations. Read the bylaws, budget, reserves and any inspection reports. See our condo and HOA buyer's guide.
- Planning a short-term rental? In single-family zoning, the City requires a permit and registration. (City of Weston) Check your association's rules too—many Weston associations restrict or prohibit rentals.
- Look up permit history for past roof, window, addition and renovation work on the City's permit search page.
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Sources were checked October 3, 2026. Market figures are estimates from the named sources and change monthly. This page does not describe residents or schools; we encourage you to research the factors that matter to you.
