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Coral Springs is a city in Broward County, Florida, United States. The city is located approximately 20 miles (32 km) northwest of Fort Lauderdale. As of the 2020 U.S. Census, the city had a population of 134,394. It is a principal city of the Miami metropolitan area in South Florida, which was home to an estimated 6,012,331 people at the 2015 census.

The city, officially chartered on July 10, 1963, was master-planned and primarily developed by Coral Ridge Properties, Inc., which was acquired by Westinghouse in 1966. The city's name is derived from the company's name and was selected after several earlier proposals had been considered and rejected. Despite the name, there are no natural springs in the city; Florida's springs are found in the central and northern portions of the state.

During the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s the young city grew rapidly, adding over 35,000 residents each decade. Coral Springs has notably strict building codes, which are designed to maintain the city's distinctive aesthetic appeal. The city government's effective fiscal management has maintained high bond ratings, and the city has won accolades for its overall livability, its low crime rate, and its family-friendly orientation.

Coral Springs is a planned community. Before its incorporation as a city in July 1963, the area that is now Coral Springs was part of 20,000 acres (81 km²) of marshy lands bought by Henry Lyons between 1911 and 1939. After several floods in 1947, Florida created the Central and Southern Florida Flood Control District (now the South Florida Water Management District). Canals and levees drained much of the area upon which Coral Springs was built. After the land was drained and cleared, most of the area was used as a bean farm. After Lyons died in 1952, his heirs changed the focus to cattle.

A post-World War II real estate boom in South Florida attracted the interest of developers. Coral Ridge Properties, which already had several developments in Broward County, bought 3,869 acres (16 km²) of land from the Lyons family on December 14, 1961, for $1 million. The City of Coral Springs was chartered on July 10, 1963. Other names that were considered for the new city included "Curran Village," "Pompano Springs" and "Quartermore". By 1964, the company had developed a master plan for a city of 50,000 residents. On July 22, 1964, the first sale of 536 building lots netted $1.6 million. The landmark covered bridge was built that same year to promote the town. In 1965, Coral Ridge Properties bought an additional 6,000 acres (24 km²) from the Lyons family, increasing the city's land area to 16 square miles (41 km²). The first city government elections were held in 1967.

The city added 19 public schools, a regional mall, shopping centers, and parks between 1970 and 2000 in response to rapid population growth. The biggest shopping mall in the city is Coral Square, which opened in October 1984 with 945,000 square feet (87,800 m²) of retail space and more than 120 stores. The construction of the Sawgrass Expressway in 1986 brought even more growth. A museum and a theater opened in the 1990s. The city reached a residential build-out in 2003 and is very close to a commercial build-out.

The approximate coordinates for the City of Coral Springs are located at 26°16′14″N 80°15′33″W. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 24.0 square miles (62.1 km²), 23.8 square miles (61.6 km²) of which is land and 0.19 square miles (0.5 km²) of which is water (0.83%). Coral Springs is bordered by the cities of Parkland to the north, Coconut Creek to the east, Margate and North Lauderdale to the southeast, and Tamarac to the south. To the west lie The Everglades.

Coral Springs places a significant emphasis on the health and wellness of its residents. Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers specializes in physical therapy for balance and vestibular disorders, orthopedic conditions, chronic pain management, and pre/post-surgical rehabilitation. NovaCare Rehabilitation is offering physical therapy services for sports injuries, orthopedic conditions, post-stroke rehabilitation, pediatric therapy, and women's health. Orthopedic Center of Florida provides orthopedic-focused physical therapy, including joint replacement rehabilitation, spine therapy, sports medicine, and hand therapy. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a luxurious retreat with a range of treatments including massages, facials, and body therapies. The Breakers Palm Beach is situated in Palm Beach, this historic resort features a lavish spa offering ocean-inspired treatments, wellness programs, and beauty services. Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach boasts a stunning design and a wide array of services such as massages, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy.

Top sites in Coral Springs, FL are Coral Square, Florida Panthers IceDen, Coral Springs Museum of Art, and Betti Stradling Park.

Population: 140,808 (2024). ZIP codes: 33065, 33067, 33071, 33073, 33075, 33076, 33077. Area codes: 954, 754.  Elevation: 9.8 ft (3 m). Area: 23.99 sq mi (62.13 km²).

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Is Coral Springs, FL a good place to live?

Coral Springs is a suburb of Fort Lauderdale with a population of 133,801. Coral Springs is in Broward County and is one of the best places to live in Florida. Living in Coral Springs offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Coral Springs there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Coral Springs and residents tend to be liberal.

Is Coral Springs, FL expensive?

The cost of living in Coral Springs is 117.8% of the national average. The median household income in Coral Springs is $81,944, which is 32% more than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $40,519, which is 17% more than that of the state. The median home price in Coral Springs is $683,000 with a median price per sqft of $300. The cost of living index for housing estimates the cost of housing in Coral Springs to be 156% of the national average. This makes it one of the more expensive cities in the US.

What is Coral Springs, FL known for?

Coral Springs is well-known for its love of the arts. From the landmark Coral Springs Museum of Art with its stellar list of activities and performances and the amazing art on its grounds, to the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital which specializes in the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned native wildlife and also provides unique environmental education programs to the public. Also, enjoy the Tall Cypress Natural Area.

Sources

City of Coral Springs

Wikipedia

10 Best USA Today

Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers

NovaCare Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Center of Florida

Ritz-Carlton Spa

Breakers Palm Beach

Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Coral Square 

Florida Panthers IceDen 

Coral Springs Museum of Art 

Betti Stradling Park

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