Frequently Asked Questions about Chelsea
What is it like to live in Chelsea, Plantation, FL?
Chelsea is a small suburban residential neighborhood within Plantation in Broward County, with a mix of single-family homes and townhouses. Residents have convenient access to local parks, schools and retail, and commuting options via nearby major corridors such as I‑595 and Florida’s Turnpike to Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Housing costs and safety metrics generally reflect broader Plantation/Broward County levels; consult current real-estate listings and official Broward County or City of Plantation data for precise prices and crime statistics.
Is Chelsea, Plantation, FL expensive?
Chelsea is a residential area within Plantation where housing and rental costs generally track Plantation’s mid-range prices in Broward County. It is usually more affordable than nearby coastal cities such as Fort Lauderdale or Miami Beach but can be pricier than some inland suburbs, with costs varying by unit size, age, and amenities. For current, verifiable prices consult local MLS listings or recent Broward County market reports.
What is the weather of Chelsea, Plantation, FL?
The area has a tropical climate with hot, humid summers and warm, drier winters. The wet season runs roughly May–October with frequent afternoon thunderstorms and about 60 inches (≈1,524 mm) of annual rainfall concentrated in those months; the dry season is November–April. Summer highs are typically in the upper 80s–low 90s °F (31–33 °C), winter highs around the mid-70s °F (24 °C) with lows in the 50s–60s °F (13–16 °C). Hurricane season runs June 1–November 30, with peak activity in late summer and early fall.
How safe is Chelsea, Plantation, FL?
Neighborhood-level crime data for Chelsea is not published separately by state or local agencies. Plantation’s overall violent and property crime rates have generally been at or below Broward County averages according to Plantation Police Department and Florida Department of Law Enforcement reports through 2024. The city is served by a full-service police department and community policing programs; review the latest city crime statistics or local crime maps for block-level detail before deciding.