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Luxury Enclave · Davie, FL
Windmill Ranch Estates is one of Davie's most exclusive equestrian and luxury estate communities, set on expansive one-to-two-acre homesites in western Broward County. The community attracts discerning buyers seeking privacy, space, and the ability to keep horses — all within a guard-gated enclave that combines rural tranquility with proximity to Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
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Market Overview
There are 9 active listings for sale in Windmill Ranch Estates right now. The median list price is $4,750,000, or about $846 per square foot. Listings span $2,749,000 to $9,500,000, so there is inventory across most budgets. Homes are averaging 129 days on market. These figures update from the MLS as the market moves.
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About Windmill Ranch Estates
Windmill Ranch Estates is one of Davie's most exclusive equestrian and luxury estate communities, set on expansive one-to-two-acre homesites in western Broward County. The community attracts discerning buyers seeking privacy, space, and the ability to keep horses — all within a guard-gated enclave that combines rural tranquility with proximity to Fort Lauderdale and Miami.
Windmill Ranch Estates sits in the equestrian and luxury-enclave pocket of Davie, where large single-family homes on oversized lots set the tone for the market. Buyers here are looking at custom and semi-custom estates rather than tract product, often on a third of an acre to a full acre or more, many with private pools and room for the screened lanais that suit the South Florida climate. Pricing positions well above the Broward County median, reflecting the lot sizes, the gated setting, and the privacy that draws people to this part of town. Waterfront and lakefront parcels carry a premium when available, and floor plans tend to run large, with three-car garages and high ceilings common in this segment.
Davie keeps a low-density, semi-rural character that is unusual this close to the coast, with bridle paths, tree canopy, and space between homes. The location gives quick access to I-595, the Florida Turnpike, and I-75, so commutes toward Fort Lauderdale, the airport, or the western office parks stay manageable. Nova Southeastern University and a cluster of regional shopping and dining are nearby, and the beaches of the Atlantic coast are a reasonable drive east. Families are often drawn by the surrounding schools and the amount of outdoor space, which is hard to find at this proximity to the city.
A community like this almost always carries a homeowners association, so buyers should review the dues, any architectural-review rules, and gate or amenity policies before writing an offer. As with all of South Florida, budget for windstorm and flood insurance, confirm the flood zone, and ask whether a home has impact windows or a newer roof, since both affect premiums. Windmill Ranch Estates suits buyers who want a private, established luxury setting with land, and who value Davie's quiet, low-traffic feel over a denser coastal neighborhood.
Homes & Architecture
Homes for sale in Windmill Ranch Estates offer 4 to 7 bedrooms and 3.5 to 8.5 baths. Living areas run from about 3,051 to 11,336 square feet. The mix here includes single family homes. Current prices run from $2,749,000 to $9,500,000. The homes on the market were built between 1987 and 2014.
Amenities & Lifestyle
Waterfront homes here offer canal, lake, or Intracoastal frontage, and some sites include private dockage.
Location
Windmill Ranch Estates is located in Davie, part of Broward County, Florida. The Davie area's shopping, dining, schools, and parks are all nearby, and the region's job centers, beaches, and airports are within driving distance.
Buying in Windmill Ranch Estates
Buying in Windmill Ranch Estates follows the same path as the rest of Broward County. Getting a mortgage pre-approval first tells you your real budget and lets you move quickly when the right home comes up. Property taxes factor into the monthly payment: the median annual property tax in Broward County is about $3,610. Florida's homestead exemption lowers the taxable value of a primary residence, and the Save Our Homes cap limits how fast that assessed value can rise from year to year. Budget for homeowners insurance as well. Rates in Florida reflect wind and flood exposure, so gather quotes early and check whether a specific address sits in a FEMA flood zone. Once you are under contract, plan for a home inspection and, if you are financing, a lender appraisal, both of which fall inside the inspection period. Working with an agent who knows Davie means you see new listings in Windmill Ranch Estates the day they reach the market.
Selling in Windmill Ranch Estates
A successful sale in Windmill Ranch Estates comes down to pricing, presentation, and marketing. List prices in Windmill Ranch Estates currently center around $4,750,000, which is a starting reference for where a comparable home might be positioned. Homes that are decluttered, professionally photographed, and priced to recent comparable sales tend to draw the most interest in the first two weeks, when a listing is newest and gets the most views. Florida sellers usually pay the documentary stamp tax on the deed, currently $0.70 per $100 of the sale price in most counties, along with prorated property taxes and, by local custom in many areas, the owner's title insurance policy. We provide a no-obligation home valuation for Windmill Ranch Estates owners in Davie, so you can see what your property could sell for before you commit to listing.
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