24 Oct Parkland, FL Guide (2026): Luxury Homes, HOAs, Taxes and City Services

Parkland, FL Guide (2026): Luxury Homes, HOAs, Taxes and City Services

Parkland is a city in the northwest corner of Broward County, Florida. The Census Bureau’s estimate of the median value of owner-occupied homes there is $983,000 (2020–2024), and its median household income is $198,669. Its population was 34,670 in the 2020 Census, and the Census Bureau estimated 39,186 as of July 1, 2025. The City’s operating tax rate for 2025–26 is 4.2979 mills. Police service comes from the Broward Sheriff’s Office Parkland District, and fire rescue from the Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department.

This guide uses official City of Parkland, U.S. Census Bureau and State of Florida sources, checked October 24, 2026. It is general information, not legal, tax or insurance advice.

On This Page

• Parkland at a glance
• Property taxes
• Buying in an HOA Community
• Police and fire rescue
• A short history
• Nearby towns
• Frequently asked questions
• Sources

Parkland at a Glance

Property Taxes

The City set its operating tax rate at 4.2979 mills for 2025–26, unchanged from 4.2979 in 2024–25, according to the Florida Department of Revenue. That is $4.2979 for every $1,000 of taxable value, and it is only the city’s share; your total bill also includes Broward County, the school board and other taxing districts. A property’s assessed and taxable values are on the Broward County Property Appraiser website. After a sale, the property is reassessed at full market (just) value as of January 1 of the following year, so the buyer does not inherit the seller’s capped assessed value; only the buyer’s own exemptions and any homestead portability benefit the buyer qualifies for apply (sections 193.155, 193.1554 and 193.1555, Florida Statutes). If the seller’s assessed value is below the home’s market value, the buyer’s tax bill can be noticeably higher than the seller’s, so estimate it before you buy.

Buying in an HOA Community

The City of Parkland keeps a list of dozens of homeowners’ and condominium associations in the city, so check whether the home you’re considering is in one. Under Florida law, a buyer of a home in a community where membership in a homeowners’ association is required must receive the association’s disclosure summary before signing the contract. If it isn’t provided before the contract is signed, the buyer may cancel by giving written notice within 3 days after receiving it, or before closing, whichever comes first (section 720.401, Florida Statutes). Before you sign, ask for the HOA’s:

• budget and current assessments, plus any special assessments
• rules, including leasing restrictions
• approval requirements for exterior changes

See our Florida condo due diligence checklist, which includes a section on townhomes and single-family homes in an HOA.

Police and Fire Rescue

• Police. The Broward Sheriff’s Office Parkland District handles public safety and code enforcement for the City. It offers a free Home Watch service, in which a deputy regularly checks your home while you’re away, as well as fingerprinting for residents and a safe exchange zone with 24-hour video surveillance.
• Fire rescue. The City contracts with the City of Coral Springs Fire Department for fire rescue and emergency medical services. The City lists three fire stations in Parkland: Stations 42, 97 and 109.

A Short History

According to the City, cattle farmer Bruce B. Blount founded Parkland in 1963. He and his father had bought more than 1,000 acres of undeveloped Everglades land, which Blount began selling as BBB Ranches in the late 1950s. The city had fewer than 100 residents when it was incorporated. The City says the 1970s brought expansion and development and that, over the next decade, Parkland grew to more than 20 times its original size, with its first paved roads arriving in the 1980s and its first traffic light in the 1990s. The City says its parks have trails for families, dogs and horses, and its parks include the Equestrian Center at Temple Park, with two riding rings.

Nearby Towns

• Boca Raton, FL guide
• Deerfield Beach, FL guide
• Lighthouse Point, FL guide

Condo owners and buyers may also want Broward vs. Palm Beach County condo inspection rules, Florida condo special assessments explained, Selling a Florida condo in 2026 and Florida milestone inspection and SIRS guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home value in Parkland, FL?

The Census Bureau’s estimate is $983,000 for owner-occupied homes (2020–2024 American Community Survey).

What is the population of Parkland?

The 2020 Census counted 34,670 residents, and the Census Bureau estimated 39,186 as of July 1, 2025.

Who provides police and fire service in Parkland?

The Broward Sheriff’s Office Parkland District provides police service, and the City contracts with the Coral Springs Fire Department for fire rescue and emergency medical services.

Can I cancel if I didn’t get the HOA disclosure summary?

Under section 720.401, if the disclosure summary isn’t provided before you sign, you may cancel by written notice within 3 days after receiving it or before closing, whichever comes first.

Sources

Checked October 24, 2026:

• City of Parkland: A Brief History of Parkland, BSO-Parkland District, Fire Rescue and EMS and Home page
• U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Parkland city, Florida
• Florida Department of Revenue, Comparison of Taxes Levied, FY 2024-25 and 2025-26 (Broward) and Florida Department of Revenue, Comparison of Taxes Levied, FY 2024-25 and 2025-26 (Palm Beach)
• Section 720.401 and sections 193.155, 193.1554 and 193.1555, Florida Statutes (2026)

Last updated October 24, 2026. Building details come from county property records, public listings and government sources and are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Prices are asking prices or estimates as of the date shown. Not legal, financial or engineering advice. Full disclaimer