Silver Lakes is a neighborhood offering a tranquil environment with abundant nearby parks for outdoor relaxation and leisure. The area features a variety of single detached homes and townhouses, many built in the 1990s, with an emphasis on spacious four-bedroom houses. Bicycle transportation benefits from gentle terrain, making routes accessible and enjoyable. Dining options include a selection of restaurants and cafes within a convenient distance. Elementary education is well-supported by local public and private schools accessible to residents. With easy parking and calm surroundings, Silver Lakes presents a peaceful and comfortable place to settle and explore.
Silver Lakes offers a calm atmosphere and will appeal to those who enjoy spending time outdoors. This neighborhood is especially quiet overall, as there are usually low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, public green spaces, including Hammock Island Park and Silver Lakes Park - South, are very well-situated and there are a few of them close by for residents to discover, which makes it easy to access them.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
A private resort-style hub located at NW 178th Avenue featuring a swimming pool, sand beach, playground, volleyball area, exercise equipment, boardwalk, and pavilion that Silver Lakes residents can reserve for gatherings, offering exceptional leisure and social space within the community.
A trio of resident-only mini-parks throughout Silver Lakes—North Boater’s Park with a boat ramp and picnic area; West Boater’s Park offering a playground, exercise gear, and picnic pavilions; and South Boater’s Park with BBQ stations, basketball and volleyball courts—giving families varied outdoor recreation pockets.
Top-rated schools zoned for the neighborhood—Silver Lakes Elementary (“Home of the Flamingos”) on SW 173rd Avenue, and Silver Trail Middle School on Sheridan Street—both part of West Broward District and praised for strong academics and active PTAs.
Convenient neighborhood commercial clusters along Pines Boulevard and NW 5th Street—Shoppes of SilverLakes with Publix, Einstein Bros Bagels, Citibank and more; plus SilverLakes Plaza and Village providing pharmacies, Pollo Tropical, doctor's offices, banks and eateries right within the community.
Local favorite restaurant on 180th Avenue that anchors community life with casual meals, happy hour gatherings, and occasional festive events like pumpkin patch hayrides and live music that bring neighbors together in a friendly, hometown atmosphere.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This free Pembroke Pines ceremony offers Silver Lakes residents a nearby, meaningful way to honor local veterans and military families. The observance includes music and community recognition, making it appropriate for residents seeking a respectful civic activity close to home.
View event details →Families from Silver Lakes can enjoy a free literary celebration only a short drive away at Southwest Regional Library. The Alice in Wonderland-themed festival is expected to include performances, creative activities, interactive programming, and free books for the first 1,000 children.
View event details →Adults living near Silver Lakes can enjoy a free evening of nine-hole mini golf, driving-range access, a hole-in-one contest, food trucks, drinks for purchase, and a DJ. Its Pembroke Pines location makes this an especially convenient local night-out option.
View event details →This free opening reception gives Silver Lakes residents an easy way to experience local contemporary art without traveling into central Miami or Fort Lauderdale. Visitors can meet the Studio 18 artist community, view new works, and combine the reception with other nearby Pembroke Pines activities.
View event details →This free, family-friendly market is particularly convenient for Silver Lakes households looking for a relaxed weekend outing nearby. More than 50 local vendors, food, live entertainment, face painting, and children’s arts-and-crafts activities make it suitable for shopping, gifts, and outdoor family time.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Silver Lakes
