Coral Springs

About Coral Springs

Located on Florida's Atlantic Coast, Coral Springs is known as the "City in the Country." Coral Springs is considered a bedroom community for those working in Fort Lauderdale or Miami, but also has a unique and independent identity all its own. It boasts cultural institutions like the Center for the Arts and Museum of Art, sports facilities like the Florida Panthers Ice Den, and natural attractions like the Everglades.

The area was originally designed as a planned community and was incorporated as a city in 1963, created with thoughtfully designed residential areas and ample flowers and greenery to lend a touch of nature to the city.

Living in Coral Springs

Although Coral Springs underwent major population growth in the 1970s, '80s and '90s, the relatively young city was quick to enact strict building codes to protect its character. These protective measures have allowed Coral Springs to stay true to the aesthetic goals of its original planners while still providing space for new development. The tallest building in the city is just 12 stories tall, substantially smaller than the skyscrapers you'll find in other Florida cities.

Coral Springs has been honored with a number of awards for its high quality of living, including nods to its easy livability, low crime rate and family-friendly community. The city and local governments have also received several awards in recognition of their administration.

You'll find many local parks and recreational facilities in Coral Springs, with more than 50 to choose from within city limits. A water park, skate park and conservation areas are among the public spaces to enjoy. By contrast, the downtown Coral Springs district is a bustling community, home to a large open-air shopping and entertainment complex called "The Walk."

Jobs in Coral Springs

Coral Springs' major employers include health care, finance, government and technology companies. The area's top employers include health care organizations Arriva Medical, Coral Springs Medical Center and Tridien Medical, along with tech companies Vutec Corp. and Unipower. The city of Coral Springs and Broward County Schools also provide hundreds of local jobs.

If you need a job in Coral Springs, you might want to start your search with the largest industries in the area, which include trade and transportation, professional and business services, education, health services and government. Construction and finance are also fast-growing industries in Coral Springs, so if you have experience in these fields, you're likely to find plenty of options.

Coral Springs Schools

Coral Springs students attend Broward County Public Schools, the nation's sixth-largest public school system. In addition to traditional schools, your child has the option to attend one of the local charter or private schools. The Broward College Coral Springs campus serves post-secondary students.

Resources for Moving to Coral Springs

Here are some quick resources to help you organize your move to Coral Springs:

• Utilities: Florida Power & Light (FPL) provides electricity to Coral Springs homes. The city's water district distributes and bills for public water and sewer services.
• Garbage and Recycling: You can expect regular collection of your trash and recyclables in Coral Springs.
• Transportation: There are several bus routes in Coral Springs and its neighboring communities. South Florida Commuter Services provides a free service that can help you find a carpool match, plan your trip using public transit and more.

Coral Springs Housing

Coral Springs is laid out in a grid pattern, with major roads offering easy access throughout the city. Property values are fairly high and steady, which is due in large part to the city's efforts to maintain strict codes and regulatory measures in regards to factors like upkeep, paint colors and landscaping.

On average, homes in Coral Springs are more expensive than in many other U.S. cities. However, they are generally more affordable than those in much of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area.