Plantation

Plantation Hills, Plantation Neighborhood

Plantation Hills offers a tranquil atmosphere with quiet streets and minimal noise interference, creating a peaceful environment. The neighborhood’s layout supports convenient access to a variety of businesses, including restaurants and supermarkets, located close by. Its flat terrain makes cycling to many destinations quite manageable. Public transportation options include several bus lines with stops nearby, enhancing connectivity throughout the area. Housing primarily features spacious single detached homes and townhouses mostly built during the 1960s and 1970s, offering classic architectural styles. Nearby neighborhoods provide excellent public green spaces that are easily reachable for outdoor enjoyment, adding to Plantation Hills’s appeal.

The character of Plantation Hills is exemplified by its slower-paced environment. This area is reasonably quiet, as the streets tend to be peaceful. Finally, although Plantation Hills does not contain any parks, green spaces are especially well-situated in nearby neighborhoods, which results in them being easy to access from most locations within this neighborhood.

Highlights of Plantation Hills

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🏞️ Plantation Woods Park

Located at 5555 Palm Tree Road, this whimsical park features multiple age‑specific playgrounds, a splash pad, treehouse structures, mosaic artwork by local artists, and creative log‑bench seating—making it a playful and artistic escape right within Plantation Hills.([southfloridafinds.com](https://www.southfloridafinds.com/park/fl/broward/plantation/plantation-woods-park.html?utm_source=openai))

🏫 Mirror Lake Elementary School

Serving grades Pre‑K through 5, Mirror Lake Elementary is a community staple in Plantation Hills, with a GreatSchools rating of B‑ and valued for its neighborhood presence and accessibility to families.([homes.com](https://www.homes.com/local-guide/plantation-fl/plantation-hills-neighborhood/?utm_source=openai))

🏫 Plantation High School

Situated nearby at 6901 NW 16th Street, Plantation High School educates grades 9–12 for neighborhood students, offering established Broward County Public Schools programming close to Plantation Hills.([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plantation_High_School?utm_source=openai))

🏫 Plantation Middle School

Catering to grades 6–8, Plantation Middle School serves Plantation Hills families with neighborhood‑based public education drawing from the community’s central location in the city.([homes.com](https://www.homes.com/local-guide/plantation-fl/plantation-hills-neighborhood/?utm_source=openai))

🏢 Jim Ward Community Center

At 301 NW 46th Avenue, the Jim Ward Community Center offers Plantation Hills residents versatile indoor and outdoor spaces—playgrounds, walking paths, a gymnasium and activity rooms—for recreation, fitness and community programming just minutes from home.([atly.com](https://www.atly.com/location/JimWardCommunityCenter?utm_source=openai))

Plantation Hills

This August in Plantation Hills

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

August 1, 2026

Yoga In The Park

City of Plantation – various parks • 9:00 AM–10:00 AM

A weekly morning yoga session in Plantation parks, offering a peaceful outdoor workout ideal for local residents looking to stay active and connect with neighbors in a green, accessible setting.

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August 4, 2026

City of Plantation’s National Night Out

320 S Pine Island Rd, Plantation, FL • 5:00 PM–9:00 PM

A community-building evening hosted by the Plantation Police Department, providing families in Plantation Hills the chance to meet public safety officials, enjoy local activities, and strengthen neighborhood solidarity.

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August 8, 2026

Plantation Farmers Market

Volunteer Park, 12050 W Sunrise Blvd, Plantation, FL • 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

A vibrant weekly farmers market offering fresh local produce, artisan foods, and crafts—perfect for Plantation Hills residents to shop local, support community vendors, and spend a sunny Saturday morning outdoors.

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August 9, 2026

Second Sunday Car & Truck Show

Plantation Walk • 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

A lively monthly car and truck show at Plantation Walk featuring live music and vehicle displays that provide a fun family outing and casual gathering spot close to home for classic car enthusiasts and families alike.

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August 21, 2026

Summer Jamz at Mills Pond Park

Mills Pond Park, Fort Lauderdale, FL • 7:00 PM–10:00 PM

An energetic end-of-summer concert featuring live performances, a kids zone, and vendors—an appealing regional event just a short drive from Plantation Hills for families and music lovers seeking a free festive evening.

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Through August 7, 2026

Extended Kid’s Camp

Plantation Central Park, 9151 N.W. 2nd Street • 7:30 AM–6:00 PM

A five-day camp extension offering sports, arts and crafts, field trips and swimming—a practical option for Plantation Hills families needing fun, full‐day childcare and outdoor activities as summer winds down.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Plantation Hills

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Local characteristics and demographics for Plantation Hills

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