Frequently Asked Questions about Friendly Acres
What is it like to live in Friendly Acres, Southwest Ranches, FL?
Friendly Acres is a small, semi-rural neighborhood in Southwest Ranches characterized by single-family homes on large (often half-acre to acre) lots and an equestrian/agricultural zoning emphasis. Lifestyle is quiet and car-dependent with limited in-town commercial services, so residents rely on nearby commercial centers for shopping and amenities. Public services are provided by Broward County (schools: Broward County Public Schools); the climate is tropical with seasonal hurricane risk, and reported crime rates are generally lower than in many denser nearby municipalities.
Is Friendly Acres, Southwest Ranches, FL expensive?
Friendly Acres in Southwest Ranches, FL is generally more expensive than the Broward County average because properties are large, single-family and often zoned for equestrian or agricultural use. Median home values and sale prices in Southwest Ranches historically run above county averages, leading to higher purchase prices. The area has a limited rental market and larger-lot upkeep and property-tax obligations that raise ongoing living costs.
What is the weather of Friendly Acres, Southwest Ranches, FL?
The area has a tropical climate with hot, humid summers and a pronounced wet season (June–October) featuring frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Typical summer highs are about 89–92°F (31–33°C) with nighttime lows near 75–77°F (24–25°C), while winter highs average 70–76°F (21–24°C) and lows commonly range 50–60°F (10–16°C). Annual rainfall is roughly 60 inches, concentrated in the wet season, and hurricane season runs June–November with peak risk in August–October. Frost and freezing temperatures are extremely rare.
How safe is Friendly Acres, Southwest Ranches, FL?
Specific neighborhood-level crime statistics for Friendly Acres are not published separately; policing is provided by the Broward Sheriff's Office under contract with Southwest Ranches. Municipal-level reports and Broward County data show Southwest Ranches has generally recorded lower violent- and property-crime rates than the Broward County average in recent years (consult BSO and county crime reports for current figures). For up-to-date, address-level safety information, use the Broward Sheriff's Office crime maps or the Town of Southwest Ranches public safety reports.