Deerfield Beach Florida Real Estate,  Mizner Park Deerfield Beach FL, Deerfield Beach Golf Club

Deerfield Beach Florida!

Located to the south of Palm Beach, Deerfield Beach has it all. With the Gulf Stream closer to here than anywhere else on Florida\'s south-east coast, sparkling azure waters, shimmering sands, reefs, wrecks, golf and tennis clubs, even polo during the winter, it is no surprise that this is a haven for those in pursuit of leisure, pleasure, culture and recreation. The best of dining, shopping and lodging can be found around the Mizner Park area, known locally as the "village within the city". Constructed to honor famed architect Addison Mizner, its 30-acre site boasts palm trees, fountains and 45 quaint speciality stores. The "Sophisticated Whimsy" of sculptor Todd Warner can be seen at his studio on nearby Northwest 11th Street . A busy cultural calendar ensures that there is always something of interest to entertain locals and visitors alike. Deerfield Beach Florida is also a best place for Real Estate sales.

Fast Facts

Incorporated: May 25, 1925

Population: Approximately 74,764 within city limits; approximately 120,200 in the unincorporated area.

Total Area of the City: 27.14 Square Miles

Unincorporated Area: Approximately 70 square miles

Beach Frontage: 5 miles

Parks: 1087 Acres

Average Annual Temperature: 74.7 degrees
Low: 66.6
High: 82.9

Average Annual Rainfall: 60.75 inches

Average Household Income: $62,594

Median Household Income: $62,800

Median Age:43

Average Household Size: 2.3 persons

Population By Race :
White - 84%
Hispanic - 9%
Black - 4%
Asian/Pacific Islander - 2%
Other - 1%

Average Home Sold Prices (Entire Boca Area) :
2 BR - $193, 727
3 BR - $255,462
4+BR - $596,670
Condo - $173,935

Number of Units Sold :
2 BR - 166 units
3 BR - 1,167 units
4+BR - 1,246 units
Condos - 1,694 units

Schools

• Colleges & Universities - F.A.U . - Lynn University - Palm Beach Community College
  For a listing of colleges and universities in Deerfield Beach and the surrounding area, consult the yellow pages under Schools-Academic-Colleges & Universities.
• Private
  There are many private schools in Deerfield Beach and the surrounding areas.  Individual listings are found in the yellow pages of the telephone directory under "Schools."
• Public -  Palm Beach County Schools
  New residents should contact the Palm Beach County Board of Education to determine which school boundary they live within.  Individual school listings are found in the white pages of the telephone directory under "Schools."  For questions about school boundaries,
  call 434-8100 .

Board of Education                                        930-8402
The School Board (Board of Education) of Palm Beach County is charged with overseeing the operation of all public elementary, middle and secondary schools in the County.  Board members are elected by Palm Beach County voters.  The School Board\'s administrative offices are located at 3300 Forest Hill Boulevard , West Palm Beach , 33406. Hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday except for designated holidays.

Boat Registration                                          930-7922
Florida law requires that all motorized vehicles, including boats, be titled and registered.  Call the County Tax Collector \'s Office for information.

Books-by-Mail                                                265-0299
The Palm Beach County Library System offers free mail service to readers who are homebound, disabled, or lack transportation.  City residents must purchase a County library card to take advantage of this service.  For more information, call Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Budget Information                                      393-7734
The fiscal year for the City begins on October 1 of each year and ends on September 30 of the following year as mandated by Florida Statutes.  Budget hearings are held in September prior to adoption, and the public is encouraged to give their comments.  The budget can be reviewed in its entirety in the City Clerk\'s Office or at the City Library.  Budget questions should be directed to the Budget office.

Building Inspection          393-7933  or  393-7920
The Building Inspection Division\'s Information System allows callers to use a touch-tone telephone to schedule inspections.  Call for additional information.

Building Permits                                  393-7930 
The Building Inspection Division of Development Services is responsible for issuing building permits.  Before having work performed on your property, call to inquire if a permit is needed.  All permitted work is inspected by City personnel to assure compliance with adopted building standards.

Chamber of Commerce                            395-4433
The Greater Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce is located at 1800 N. Dixie Highway .  Internet users can visit the Chamber of Commerce\'s Home Page.

Channel 20                            393-7991 or 393-7701
Adelphia Cable Channel 20 is the City of Deerfield Beach \'s government access channel.  A community bulletin board, live and replayed City Council and Community Redevelopment Agency meetings, Palm Beach County Commission and School Board meetings, and other informative programming are shown on this channel.

CHOICES Program                                    338-1286
CHOICES is a special program at Deerfield Beach Community Middle School administered by the Deerfield Beach Police Services Department.  The program is directed at selected students with delinquency problems and those determined to be at "high risk."  Call for more information.

Citizens\' Crime Watch                              338-1229
Citizens\' Crime Watch, Inc. is a crime prevention organization which works in partnership with the Police Services Department.  Crime Watch is built on the concept of "neighbors watching out for neighbors."  If you would like to become a member or desire to learn more about the organization, call the Crime Watch Coordinator at the Police Services Department.

Parking

• Boats & Recreational Vehicles
  Boats, boat trailers and recreational vehicles may be kept at residences provided they are kept in a side or rear yard and screened from off-premises view by means of a hedge or fence.  Boats and recreational vehicles are permitted to be parked at a residence for a 24-hour period once every seven (7) days for the purposes of cleaning, packing and maintenance. 
• Commercial Vehicles
  Commercial vehicles are only permitted at residences if they are kept in a garage or a carport that is screened on three sides.  No part of the vehicle that indicates that it is used for commercial purposes is allowed to be seen from the street.  Small pickup trucks (under 1 ton), without commercial lettering and without any conversion to indicate a commercial use, and passenger vans are not classified as commercial vehicles.  Trucks over one ton are classified as commercial vehicles.
• Handicapped Permits                      930-7922
  Handicapped parking permits are issued by the Palm Beach County Tax Collector\'s Office.  Anyone with a certified letter of disability from their physician can apply.
• Swales
  Parking a vehicle in the swale area is permitted provided the vehicle is not left there for more than 72 hours and if  there are no "no parking" signs posted.  After 72 hours the vehicle will be classified as "abandoned."  Homeowners Associations are free to adopt more stringent regulations and can prohibit all parking on swales.
• Tickets                                              338-1379
  Parking tickets issued in the City of Deerfield Beach , by the City of Deerfield Beach , can be paid at the cashier\'s desk located on the first floor of City Hall between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:45 P.M.  For other inquiries about parking tickets, call the number above between 9:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M.  See: Traffic Fines for information about moving violations.
• Violations                (561) 338-1234                       
  Blocking sidewalks with parked vehicles and parking vehicles on paved streets, unless signs are specifically posted allowing such parking, are traffic violations.  If space permits, vehicles engaged in lawn maintenance are permitted to park on paved streets while work is being performed.

Health Department                                    561-274-3100 ( Delray Beach )

The Palm Beach County Health Unit administers a range of programs focusing on public health and preserving the quality of life for County residents and visitors.

Hedges                                                            393-7941
Objections to hedges that separate single-family residences and are over six-feet high must be made in writing to Code Enforcement.  Complainants should include their name, address and telephone number, the address of the owner of the hedge and a statement of their objection to the hedge.  Code Enforcement will notify the property owner that they must maintain the hedge at a height not to exceed six feet.  Width of hedges between properties are not regulated and must be resolved by the property owners.  It is the responsibility of the property owner to keep hedges trimmed back from sidewalks and streets.

Home Improvements                          393-7931
Improvements and repairs to a single-family residence whose cost totals less than $1,000 do not require a building permit, except for direct electrical wiring, water supply plumbing and hot-water heater work, which always require permits, regardless of cost.  New fences or walls require a permit; repairs costing less than $1,000 do not.  Call before starting any work on your home. 

Job line                                                        393-7981
The City of Deerfield Beach job line is updated weekly and provides information about current jobs available with the City.  Applications are kept on file for six months but are accepted only at the time of a specific job opening.

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