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Introduction
Located in southwest Broward County, Pembroke Pines is a city of 35 square miles just two miles north of the Dade County line, conveniently located just 15 minutes from downtown Ft. Lauderdale. Recognized by many to be one of Broward County's premier communities in which to raise a family, Pembroke Pines is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States.
Housing
A thriving community of over 100,000 residents, Pembroke Pines offers every type of housing - from single family homes, condominiums, villas, townhomes and apartments, to luxury homes and multi-million dollar estates. Several wonderful living facilities for seniors are available, as are country club and golf communities for the golfing enthusiasts.
History
Pembroke Pines was incorporated in 1960. Historians theorize that Pembroke Pines was named after an early landowner from Britain known as the Earl of Pembroke. Others believe it was named after the road that led to the city and the pines that shaded it. No matter how the community came by its name, the history behind the city remains the same. Years ago, in search of larger, more sprawling territory, people came across miles of peaceful fields and began settling in what was then the distant country side of the city of Hollywood. Because it was a remote area at the time, new residents were able to spread out on larger parcels of land and build custom homes. The city of Pembroke Pines grew west as more land was incorporated. The late Mayor Charles Flanagan can be credited with making the city into the thriving city it is today. |