Davie Apartments and Rentals

Davie is an anomaly in the South Florida landscape because it embodies a rural atmosphere that is not found in the rest of Palm Beach County. The town features numerous sprawling, open spaces and a western-themed district that further set it apart. Although the local population has grown to more than 93,000 residents, Davie maintains the inviting aura of a small town. Look for Davie apartments for rent, and see why the area is hailed as one of the most unique towns in South Florida.

The area was first founded by Jake Tannenbaum and Tamara Toussaint as the town of Zona. After a developer named R.P. Davie built a school in the early 20th century, grateful townspeople renamed the town to commemorate him. The town used to be home to herds of cattle, but urban growth and an increasing population have largely pushed them out of the area.

Today Davie’s 165 miles of nature trails still support a large equestrian community that has grown in the area over the past few decades. Residents work hard to maintain the western appeal of the town that draws many people into the area. Rent a Davie apartment, and experience the best of old-world Florida.

Broward College may be the only school in town, but Davie is surrounded by educational opportunities. Nova Southeastern University, the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, the City College of Fort Lauderdale, Lynn University and Florida Atlantic University can be found north of the city and combine high educational standards with an inviting environment to offer students a great education. People here also commute 22 miles south to colleges in the metropolis of Miami, including the University of Miami, Barry University and Florida International University.

For those looking for work, South Florida is home to many booming industries. Tourism is huge here, with many cruise ships, hotels and nautical recreation destinations bringing in visitors from all over the world. Many Davie residents work in these hospitality fields to help support the industry and the local economy. Individuals who are more business-minded take advantage of Fortune 500 opportunities, as World Fuel Services, AutoNation, Ryder System and Office Depot are all headquartered in the area. Renting a Davie apartment will put you in the center of business in South Florida.

Davie is a great place to live, drawing in new residents every year who want to live the South Florida lifestyle. According to U.S. Census Bureau statistics, the average price of rent here is $1,149 a month. That’s nearly $50 more than the Palm Beach County average. The city was also given a cost of living index score of 111.8, which is slightly over the United States average of 100. 

There are many family-friendly events in Davie, including the Orange Blossom Festival, Parade and Rodeo; Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Strawberry Shortcake Festival, Open Farmers Market & Green Fair, Family Bike Rally, Spring Egg Hunt & International Multi-Ethnic Festival, Take-A-Kid-Fishin’ Rodeo and annual Pancake Breakfast, Tack Sale and Craft Show, among others. Residents can also take advantage of the lively atmosphere found in Fort Lauderdale to create their own exciting adventures. The town boasts a young crowd, fun nightlife, interesting restaurants and numerous beachside attractions.

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